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There are many different types of personalities in the design profession. One that comes up a lot in conversation (for a variety of reasons), is the design diva. As designers, we have all experienced difficult working situations, but the design diva introduces a new set of challenges.

What is a Design Diva?

The etymology of the word diva reveals that this label is not at all random. Entering into the English language in the late 19th century, the word diva is derived from an Italian noun, diva, meaning female deity. There is also a male form of the term, divo, which is reserved for famous or popular male singers. A diva is similar to prima donna, or popular female singer.

The design diva brings a new level of tension to a design team.

Design divas command attention wherever they go, often at the expense of others. They tend to

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