Being valuable for people is my drive and their passion is my inspiration
Identity
Roots
I like to challenge myself by setting goals, becoming better and by this getting the most out of myself. Becoming Dutch Champion in juggling at the age of 15 has showed me what hard work and dedication can bring you. But juggling has brought me much more than just a hobby, it is the reason I start designing in the first place. gaining skills autodidact is something that is in my blood. When I needed a website to promote myself, I taught myself how to make that website. Performing, giving workshops, organising conventions, presenting shows; all these skills I already gained before starting ID.
Design
I’m good at listening to people and understand what they truly mean to say. In a group, I am often critical about concepts with a good empathy of the user. By instinctively knowing what would add value for an user, differentiates me from other designers. I like to be surprised by peoples creativity and that is why I leave room for the possible uses in my own products and services.
Process
I have a clear focus on one subject and can work on it for a long time even deep into the night. I work till I have a certain task done and move on to a next one. This focus is a strength and pitfall at the same time. It helps me to work hard but also when there is too much going on, I’m too focused and not open to new directions.
My drive
Having a passion for something you do is the most wonderful thing in my opinion. I always shared my skills and knowledge with others in order for them but also for me to grow. Being valuable for people is my drive and their passion is my inspiration. I want to challenge myself more by gaining and improving skills and knowledge so I can be more valuable for more people. In this way I keep myself motivated and happy and make the world a little bit better at the same time.
Influence of juggling
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The way the juggling community works has showed me how it can also be used in relation to product design. The side activities juggling brings with it, has given me certain skills and the life lessons. Juggling will remain a way of escaping all my thoughts and going to juggling festival has become the same as seeing my friends again. I focus less on becoming a technical juggler, but still want to see what happens if I use my design knowledge with creating a juggling act. Juggling has taught me a lot already and it will continue to do this just for a little while.
