I've made the jump to full time

[tyoneal]

Originally Posted by Hdesign

First, I wanted to start off by thanking everyone for their support, loyalty and extreme patience while I attempted to balance both my Industrial Design job and my obsession for custom car art and design. Without the great people I've met and had the opportunity to help along the way this would have remained only a dream for me. While I'm at it, I want to extend a special thank you to Scott for providing the perfect environment for for car guys and artists alike.

This is a very nerve-racking venture I'm embarking on as many of you can attest to I'm sure. A steady paycheck in a great job is a tough thing to walk away from especially with a family and a mortgage. However, I've always believed in the philosophy that "the biggest risk is never taking one" and I certainly don't want to reach my twilight years looking back and saying "What if....?"

That said, I made the decision to give my notice yesterday afternoon and I'm ready to move forward. I simply got sick of forcing my very patient clients to wait and the constant all-nighters were really taking a toll on me. It wasn't fair to my family, my employer, or my clients. So, I have some loose ends that need to be tied up for the next couple weeks but after that I'm on my own.

My plans are to finish up all of the projects for people that have been waiting FOREVER first, then onto the development and launch of my completely overhauled website courtesy of Scott. There will be an updated gallery, press releases, an online store for prints and shirts and whatever else you guys would like to see. I'd love to hear your input.

So, thanks again everyone for your interest and encouragement over the past few years! I look forward to hearing from you anytime!

Ben

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Ben:

Good luck, I'm looking forward to working with you. I hope I'm in your line. ;-)

Ty

[bigtyme1]

Ben, I think thats great and you will do just fine. Let me know when your ready and will talk about some more work. Ive got some more guys at work that are intersted as well. You did a great Job on Scott Spicers car and I know he's got that hanging in his show room.

[mlomaka]

Congrats. You are doing the right thing. Everybody better watch out now. The quality of your work is only going to get better now that you can focus solely on your passion. I can't wait to see the things you are going to do now.

I do have a question though, on a side note, since you left a industrial design firm, does that mean there is an opening there? I did mention I have a degree in ID didn't I?

I am sure great things are ahead. Just don't forget about us here at Laeral-g!

[city_ofthe_south]

Booyah granny! I'd say good luck but like someone else said, you won't be needing luck. Although, it can't hurt to have some to spend like an economic stimulus package. Yeah I dunno wtf I'm talking about either. Congrats.

[ccracin]

Ben,

Congrats, I know this is what you have wanted for a long time. Fear not you will continue to be busy. I'll bet you wonder how you had time for another full time job. Best of luck. I recommend you any chance I get. I hope our execution of the work you have done for us lives up to the vision. Cheers!

Later,

[sean smith]

Ben,
Congrats on going fulltime....Look forward to seeing more of your awesome work in the near future. It must be great to finally focus on your passion..
good luck...
ss

[69Lt4]

Ben,

Congradulations. You will do very well. I really enjoyed working with you and appreciated your honest opinions.

Kevin