In this episode, Susan Magnano opens up about her struggles with self-doubt and imposter syndrome in her photography career. She shares her journey of embracing fear and turning it into motivation for growth and improvement. Susan emphasizes the importance of shutting down negative self-talk and focusing on positive solutions. She also discusses the value of perspective, creative blocks, and learning from experts. Susan talks about the joy she finds in teaching and mentoring beginners in photography, as well as the importance of collaboration and sharing knowledge within the photography community. She also shares her experience with drone light painting and how it has revolutionized her nature photography. Join Susan on this inspiring adventure of overcoming challenges and finding new passions. Visit her website for more information and join her on her photography workshops around the world.

Hosted by Ariel Faith

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Key Lessons

• Self-doubt and imposter syndrome can be powerful motivators for self-improvement and gaining confidence.

• Embracing fear and moving towards growth is essential for personal and creative development.

• Letting go of negative energy and redirecting it towards positive solutions is crucial for personal growth and productivity.

Timestamps

00:00:10 - Overcoming Self-Doubt in Photography: Embracing the Thirst for Improvement

00:01:43 - Overcoming Self-Doubt and Embracing Fear

00:04:08 - Overcoming Negative Self-Talk: Flip the Coin for Self-Improvement

00:06:40 - Finding Positivity in Challenging Situations

00:08:37 - Overcoming Rejection and Building Self-Confidence in Your Career

00:11:04 - Unlocking Creative Blocks: Thinking Outside the Expectations

00:14:24 - Embracing New Challenges & Techniques in Photography

00:17:57 - Effective Techniques for Dealing with Challenging Personalities and Stress

00:21:04 - Problem Solving and Mentors in Photography

00:23:28 - The Power of Inspiration in Light Painting

00:26:46 - Drone Light Painting: Taking Nature Photography to the Next Level

00:29:30 - Capture Unique Photo Experiences: Join Our Workshops!