Today, I reflected on websites I’ve built in the past and the tools I’ve come to deem essential along the way. Essentially, my evolution as a professional web developer.
When you first start a vocation, highlighting your strengths is the most pressing need. It’s difficult to stand apart from the crowd, differentiate yourself, and often justify that you’re worth the amount you charge. As you progress, your skills gain refinement, your strengths have been highlighted time and again, and the rate you charge is put to question less often.
Then there’s a shift in focus.
Some catastrophe occurs, or you’re put on the precipice of disaster. Inevitably, if you keep working in this profession, you recover, and the situation rights itself. But, you don’t want it to happen again. Hence, the shift in focus. Your weaknesses become the recipient of attention. Resources are allocated to fixing these weaknesses and tools are put in place to ensure success.
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