We’re looking forward to introducing you to Rita Zhang. Check out our conversation below.
Rita, really appreciate you sharing your stories and insights with us. The world would have so much more understanding and empathy if we all were a bit more open about our stories and how they have helped shaped our journey and worldview. Let’s jump in with a fun one: What is something outside of work that is bringing you joy lately?
Living in New York City can be overwhelming, which is why my daily walks with my puppy to the park have become my sanctuary.
Watching her bound freely across the grass or joyfully retrieve her favorite stick from the pond feels profoundly healing. In these moments, I find myself envying her uncomplicated happiness – while we humans are constrained by society’s countless rules, my puppy embodies the pure freedom I crave.
Can you briefly introduce yourself and share what makes you or your brand unique?
I’m Rita Zhang, a creative designer currently working at a tech company. Recently, I’ve been focusing on motion design – an exciting new area of exploration for me. While I’m familiar with the fundamentals, this represents a meaningful expansion of my design practice beyond static visual elements. I’m particularly excited about leveraging motion as a powerful new medium for creative expression and storytelling.
Amazing, so let’s take a moment to go back in time. What did you believe about yourself as a child that you no longer believe?
“Work hard, and you will succeed.”
This sounds like a simple, straightforward truth—one I deeply believed in as a child. But as I grew older, I realized that success isn’t just the result of hard work.
It’s a complex equation, shaped by countless factors: opportunity, emotional resilience, adaptability, learning agility, networking, and the ability to navigate setbacks.Hard work matters, but it’s only one piece of the puzzle. True success comes from how well you respond to challenges, seize the right moments, and keep moving forward—even when effort alone isn’t enough.
If you could say one kind thing to your younger self, what would it be?
“This too shall pass.”
The good, the bad, they shall pass.They shape you, carve you, leave their marks upon your skin, but they do not stay.
And when they go, you remain. Only you.
So keep going, girl!
Alright, so if you are open to it, let’s explore some philosophical questions that touch on your values and worldview. Is the public version of you the real you?
No,I believe we all have hidden dimensions. And I am not gonna tell you here.Lmaooo
Okay, so before we go, let’s tackle one more area. If you knew you had 10 years left, what would you stop doing immediately?
Not much will change, but my mindset will be more relaxed.
When faced with failure, I’ll probably think, “It’s fine, it’s fine—I’ll die soon anyway. Just hang in there a little longer, hahaha.”
And when success comes, I’ll indulge in the joy without restraint—because if I don’t enjoy it now, I’ll die without ever having truly celebrated.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://ritazhangdesign.wixsite.com/portfolio
- Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wzhang-rita
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