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I’ve mentioned this before but it’s worth thinking and talking about some more. My entry into photography was prolonged because of some negative people in the industry who had an affect on me. I would agree that it was my fault I listened to these idiots (not really idiots just ill informed I guess). It was my nature back then to take stock in what others said to me and even thought of me (ridiculous, I know).

My point is, stay away from negative people. They’re like a plague, they will kill you slowly and sometimes even without your knowledge. Don’t let them affect your goals and dreams.

Sure there are negative things that happen in every industry. So lets acknowledge them, face them, talk about them and find a solution to them. Seems simple I know; it’s so much easier to complain and pass your complaints on to others.

Here’s the kicker: The more you complain the more negative you will become and the more you’ll want to share your negative thoughts with others. Don’t do it. Instead of complaining think about ways you can be a solution.

It is time for us to stand and cheer for the doer, the achiever, the one who recognizes the challenge and does something about it.
- Vince Lombardi

So tell me this:
What can you do to be a positive force in your industry?

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