This is a tricky question. Let me give you two experiences I had. The first one, I worked for an extraordinary employer. I worked regularly 60 hours a week. But the work was exciting and I had creative control. I could use the vendors I needed. It was a very profitable for my employer, and very satisfying for me. As I got busier, my employer intervened and had me hire a couple of assistants. The second one was completely opposite. My boss who wore an Armani suit and sported a Rolex watch, would give me huge assignments and impossible deadlines. After working all nighters, I’d show him my work and he would say, “I don’t like it!” and walk away. So, I quit. Life is too short to work for (ahem).

Imagine a dump truck at your studio door filled with cash. You can take as much of the cash that you can carry, so you devise diverse ways to augment your cash carrying capacity. You juggle bags and baskets to the point of immobility. The weight of this is crushing you, mentally and physically, but you feel compelled to not let this opportunity pass—after all it might not come again. Trust yourself. Just say no. You send the dump truck away. It sounds crazy at first, but saying no allows yourself to make equal amounts of money at a more reasonable pace. Organizing projects, using PMT and communication is great. There will always be deadlines, but preemptively saying no is the most powerful tool you have to keep the pressure to a minimum.

Struggling with deadlines is normal, here is some tips that might help, - After organizing your tasks, prioritize them by the task that takes much time - Never work on multiple projects/ tasks in the same time, it’s better for your health and the quality of your work to jump on the next task after finishing the previous one - Try not to delay any tasks by saying it is easy i got this, you will never know what you are facing until you do - If it is possible there is no shame to ask for help from your team, be a team player - Take small breaks, fresh up your thoughts by taking small breaks between tasks - Try to limit distractions, do not let others adjust small stuff, keep the adjustments and opinions at the end of your session

Handling multiple projects with tight deadlines? It’s definitely a challenge, but it’s all about prioritization and adaptability. I’ve managed situations where I had to deliver a full rebrand, social media assets, and ad designs—all within the same week. By breaking each project into key tasks and deadlines, I maintained clarity on deliverables without getting overwhelmed. Staying in constant communication with clients and adjusting to any feedback kept things on track. Ultimately, handling high workloads becomes easier with each project, honing skills in creativity, organization, and quick problem-solving.

I can definitely handle pressure, though I’d prefer not to work under it constantly since it’s not the healthiest way to stay productive. However, I do believe that some pressure once in a while isn’t all that bad—it can challenge creativity and push you to deliver your best work. When I do face tight deadlines and multiple projects, I’ve got the time management skills to prioritize and stay organized. I break tasks into manageable steps, communicate clearly with clients, and stay focused. I know how to handle pressure when needed, but I aim for a balanced workflow to maintain high-quality output.