Being a successful professional photographer takes the confluence of a wide variety of skills, and it is easy to make some mistakes along the way. It helps to know what you might be facing before you get started. This excellent video essay discusses some things a professional wishes he knew before he got started.
Coming to you from Justin Mott, this awesome video essay features him discussing some things he wishes he had known before he got started. By far, the most important thing I think a lot of photographers overlook is the crucial importance of having strong business acumen. A lot of photographers are highly talented individuals with a lot of originality, but unfortunately, simply being talented is not enough to find you professional success. In fact, there are a lot of photographers who might not be especially great with a camera or who produce highly original work but who are quite successful because they understand the many aspects that go into running a successful business. They are businesspeople whose product is photography. It is well worth taking time to invest in your business education alongside growing as a photographer. Check out the video above for the full rundown from Mott.
