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One decision to consider when youβre looking for your next job is whether you want to specialize in a particular industry or domain. For example, you may want to specialize in the healthcare sector because you think thatβs an area where youβll make the most impact and you may already have some prior industry knowledge that can put you at an advantage. As an industry specialist, youβll be able to get up to speed quickly on new projects and command a premium for your salary. Typically designers choose to specialize later in their careers, but there is no right approach as itβs largely a personal choice.