In Focus
My thoughts on money, negotiation and business as a working photographer in New York City. Figuring out how to find harmony and space for living in real time.
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Welcome to the last 90 days of 2026 (opens the original)
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October 3rd marks the last 90 days (and officially the last quarter!) of 2026. I gotta say, this year has been a lot. For starters, this year has been a rollercoaster for me health wise. Working to uncover my health diagnosis, which still isn’t official yet has taken up a lot of my energy and capacity. At the same time however, I’ve become diligent to still make time for joy and myself. As I told a friend the other night, I’m moving forward because that’s just who I am… but I am stumbling noneth
A rich life is built in the routine (opens the original)
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I find myself being less online. Most people regurgitate what they’ve seen somewhere else. A lot of people are capping or complaining, masking their misery with “intelligence.” Most of it is uninteresting to me and I’d rather zone out in peace in the comfort of my home, without the constant download of information.Plus, most of it is just a highlight reel. People looking for the moment or any moment to go viral and catch their “big break.” That’s not the truth for everyone, but for the majority
I don’t need to struggle to feel successful. (opens the original)
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I recently had the epiphany that I’ve been chasing a feeling.I kept asking myself why it felt like I was unsatisfied? Why did it feel like what I’m doing wasn’t enough? I was chasing the thrill of succeeding under the pressure of survival. Let me explain.In my thirties when I was growing my photography business, I knew I had a lot of work to do. I knew it was all on me to succeed. I didn’t have a backup plan. I had the energy and the drive to win. I was juggling multiple part time jobs (a spin i
Is it settling if you’re satisfied? (opens the original)
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“Create offers out of love, not fear.” (opens the original)
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A few years ago, said something to me that’s been etched in my brain ever since. “We should create our offers with love, not fear.” The Bar of Bars. Now I’m sure can comment with her interpretation wink wink but here was my takeaway. Don’t let fear (fear of financial scarcity, fear of maintaining relevance) be the catalyst to create an offer for your audience. Yes you can execute the offer, but do you really believe in the offer? Will you still want to consistently promote the offer when you̵
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