I would say that’s probably the case with all metal workshops in AUS in order to stay competitive and even for places with internal design teams. It is a normal problem and it’s okay to be disheartened by it. I would suggest though to stay there and learn as much as you can about the materials and process, be reflective (e.g. how could I communicate what I mean better in order to help the clients change?), take the wins where you can get them, build a folio, move onwards and upwards.