Your productivity can be like photography in that you have a window of time, think opportunities, to get things right. Success is not about being perfect but being prepared to act when the time is right.
Photography has been a lifelong hobby of mine. I almost aways have a camera with me and I take a lot of pictures. Maybe you’ve seen some of them on my Instagram page.
Many are surprised that my equipment is pretty basic. I have a decent point-and-shoot camera. Sometimes I’ll use my iPhone 5.
It’s not that I don’t appreciate some of the fantatic cameras and lenses that are out there (and am more than willing to accept free samples from Canon, Nikon, or Sony). They can take some amazing shots and easily go beyond anything I can do with my current setup.
I stick with what I have due to convenience and opportunity. If something amazing is happening in front of me, then I want to quickly capture it because the moment may pass. I don’t want to have to spend time changing lenses or adjusting filters and then miss the opportunity.
I’m sure with experience, you can use the high end equipment quickly but right now I’m willing to give up some quality for speed.
I also don’t want to carry around a lot of equipment. Give me something that fits in a pocket or on a belt and I’m happy.
For me, less is more when it comes to equipment. Portability and speed are the things I value most.
Sometimes the simplier path is the best one.
This lesson doesn’t just apply to photography. In 2016, focus on what works for you and stick with it. There will always be other options but they may not be the right ones for you.
You will never have a hard time finding people who will tell you how you should be doing things. By all means, listen to them, as they might have some good tips. But then figure out if the advice works for you and adjust as needed.
Some would have me weighted down with tons of cameras, lenses, and tripods. While all could help my photography, most would interfere with my process and my enjoyment of clicking on the shutter button.
Always remember that you are the author of your owner’s manual. Go with what works for you. Don’t miss out on opportunities.
Is it time to bring Ken Okel to your next meeting…
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