Alright, let’s get real for a second

How much time do you spend prepping to take photos, watching tutorials, buying the latest gear, organising your desk, brainstorming ideas, without actually picking up the camera and getting out there?

Don’t get me wrong. Preparation is important.

But if you’re caught in a loop of planning and consuming, you’re sidestepping the one thing that actually makes a difference.

Doing the work.

Trust me, I’ve been there too.

I’ve spent days feeling busy but not truly setting myself up for success.

No matter how much you love photography, there’s always that one task you dodge, editing that backlog, pitching that client, editing that video, because it feels daunting or dull.

And the crazy part? That very thing you’re avoiding is often the key to unlocking your next big win.

You probably already know what that missing puzzle piece is for you.​

And if you’re not sure, now’s the perfect time to reflect and pinpoint it.

Because the sooner you face that messy, imperfect, and sometimes uncomfortable work head on, the quicker you’ll see those breakthroughs that can make this year the best year yet.

But hey, cut yourself some slack, it’s not all on you.

Your brain likes the comfort zone. It prefers the safe activities, watching, researching, planning, all the things that feel productive but aren’t pushing you forward.

If my days start feeling too easy, it’s usually a sign I’m coasting instead of challenging myself.

Those career changing opportunities you’re chasing don’t show up just because you spent the afternoon on YouTube.

They happen because you consistently show up, do the work, and push through the tough stuff.

And before you know it, people start noticing your effort, your dedication, your growth.

Suddenly, you’re living that photographers life you dreamed of when you first started.

So, ask yourself: What’s that one thing you’ve been putting off?

That shoot, that edit, that video you’ve been saying you’ll do “later”?

Set a timer for 20 minutes ⏰ Start now.

It doesn’t need to be perfect.

It doesn’t need to be polished.

Just start.

Because no amount of preparation or gear will ever replace the power of action.

Let’s make it happen.

P.S. The first time tackling the hard stuff is always the worst. But once you get going, the magic starts to happen. Go for it!

I hope this helped or inspired you. Let’s keep growing and improving together 🎨

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