“The following is what I believe to be the biggest myth in the graphic and web design industry: “Our job is to design what the client wants.” […]
Let’s assume you’re not a designer anymore. Rather, you’re an accountant. Your client comes to you and says something like “I like what you’re doing with my tax return this year, but I think it would work better to …”. As an accountant, you know this tactic will hurt their business or may even be illegal.
Would you do it anyway just because the client thinks it’s the best option?”
