5 Things I Wish I Knew...

The last several years i've learned a lot but these 5 things I wish I knew earlier when I began my filmmaking journey and I hope they support you as well.
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Chapter Breakdown
0:00 Intro
1:13 Small Thinking
2:36 Needs over Wants
5:17 Say Yes
6:50 Tax Breaks
8:39 Find Your Taste
11:20 Outro
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[@AnandaGarden]

Hi David. I have always enjoyed listening to your frank and insightful views. At 82, I look back and see that my best equity was always a blend of good human relations (#1), choosing ONLY great clients who were doing work I believed in (#2), and delivering the best work of which I was capable regardless how long it took or how it ate into a fixed project rate (#3). This built me a reputation as a guy who was a delight to hire, and who delighted his clients with unexpectedly delightful work. I continue to work as a photographer, occasional videographer, but primarily as a writer (story is all). I love to hear stories about people who have put together a great attitude, great skills, and great clients who are doing worthwhile work to improve the lives of others. I suspect you've been successful because you have the qualities listed - certainly you seem like a great guy to have on the set, likeable and with good communication skills, mastery of the tech, and a positive, upbeat attitude.

[@atdavidlee]

Much appreciated! I too can relate and resonate with what you share especially keeping the story important as well as being a good person in heart and spirit. Thank you so much for the kind words and taking time out of your day to leave a heartfelt comment!

[@sntsmov]

Hi David, just curious, what’s your own lighting and grip package consist of?

[@atdavidlee]

I actually made a video of my lighting kit
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[@sntsmov]

@@atdavidlee sorry I missed it! Thanks! 🙏