"I'd encourage you to look for a middle ground, and to take some of the risk out of the pivot."
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Committing to a different path for financial reasons or family commitments doesn't mean you can't return to your creative roots. It's not too late to pivot back to a designer role.
The industry's obsession with 'youth' shouldn't deter you. Your experience and skills from your operational position can be valuable assets in your transition back to a creative role.
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