In this episode of the Shoot Your Shot podcast, hosts Timothy Muza and Lindsay Coulter reflect on the peaks and valleys of their year, discussing personal milestones, business challenges, and the importance of looking back to inform future decisions. They share insights on public speaking, the impact of loss on mental health, and the difficulties of outsourcing creative work. The conversation emphasizes the value of reflection and learning from experiences, both good and bad, as they prepare for the upcoming year. In this conversation, Timothy Muza shares his experiences navigating customer service challenges, the grounding effects of nature and travel on mental health, and his journey into film photography. He discusses the challenges of film development, the growth of his commercial opportunities, and the balance between ambition and contentment. The conversation culminates in reflections on the peaks and valleys of the year, emphasizing the importance of gratitude and recognizing the good amidst challenges.

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Chapters

00:00 Reflecting on the Year: Peaks and Valleys

02:49 The Importance of Looking Back

05:53 Navigating Business Challenges

08:58 Personal Milestones and Travel Adventures

12:13 Public Speaking and Professional Growth

15:10 Dealing with Loss and Mental Health

18:06 Outsourcing Challenges in Creative Work

20:50 Lessons Learned and Moving Forward

32:36 Navigating Customer Experiences and Personal Growth

36:56 The Impact of Nature and Travel on Mental Health

39:11 Exploring the World of Film Photography

43:35 Challenges in Film Development and Client Expectations

48:48 Commercial Opportunities and Business Growth

54:54 The Balance of Ambition and Contentment

01:03:50 Reflecting on Peaks and Valleys of the Year