Design is important. Like...really important. Like "make or break your entire business" important.
[Even if you're not a designer yourself, the more you understand about how design collaborates with other teams or team members, the better.]
But it's not the only part of the equation. Oh no, there's so much more that goes into building a successful product, and pretty pixels only make up a small part of it. Designers should selflessly serve everyone in the business. After all, it's not about winning design awards. It's about shipping product, satisfying customers, and continuing to innovate.