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Hola y GRACIAS! I´m from Cuba and i have 7 years of careers and i thank god that internet and youtube finally arrived to my country so i could check this piece of advices you give and i definitly need it so bad, thanks daniel, thanks a lot, thanks from the depth of my needs to be a bether photographer and a bether person. People like you only appear... 10 or 13 times on a life time, and honestly, people dont tend to pay attention anymore like you say, to the people that have something smart to say, Love you men, hugs from the land of sugar cain, havana club rum and salsa maniac people VIVA LA REVOLUCION! haha

Trying to break in softly and smoothly by not having the subject of photography being at the forefront of your initial conversations with key people who work where you wanna work. This is essential.

I so enjoyed & appreciate this video. You said soooo much (most of it, actually) that I can relate to. Every single point (other than the gallery “party after the party”.) Never been - really don’t care. But I have had a “dream” to be noticed thru my photos. 😑 Just haven’t had the guts to push it. So I spend time on FB, looking/hoping for likes. You’re right - it’s a waste of time,energy, & brain cells. Thank you for your time and candor. I will be listening to this several times. Hopefully, some of it will sink in.

I lost it when you said loin cloth, again when you said you smelled smoke, and a third time after interpretive dance. Good, god. 😂

One of the best yet! So many things I would say are 100%. I retired a year ago and I almost have all the same feelings.. Always learn. Even when working every Xmas I would buy a book about something I had no idea about, Roman history, Geology, Politics, just learn something that seems very off topic. You'll be amazed how much you can apply to very different topics. Driving some where, even on the way to work, go a completely different way. Explore, there is always some thing new around the next corner. Disconnect to really connect with what is important. I also spent a lot of time on long flights. Same thing. Phone off computer off. Down time with service! Great prep for the next week!.

Thank you for all your help.

TW200 for the win! T-dub is the burro of the motorcycle world, it will always get you there, maybe not quickly or in style, but it just plain works. It will be the last motorcycle I sell.

Well now, this is the best video of your's I have watched. Thank you.

I can't see how you get hate mail for your social media content. All of this has been so solid. Anyone paying attention to the likes/dislikes ratio and the comments can see that the truth really resonates. Nice job, again, Dan.

I would like to say something ! that chock many out there but it doesn't hurt to say thank you very much. I was just in touch with customer support and got a issue resolve. I said thank you so much have a great day and stay safe. This dude say no problem man and the same to you 😎😎😎😎

Lots of great advice, and wonderful story telling. I’m not photographer, just an enthusiast, but I’ve seen that in my line of work. Say thank you, don’t be a jerk are two valuable advice in any field. Now I’m getting if my phone...

@18:30 "I went to Public School man, don't mess with me." Classic line. Tough Skins, man I haven't heard that name in a long time, brought back some memories.

This is your best video so far, definitely (in my opinion obviously). And I also appreciated so much the "numero quattro" words.

I watch this and feel like I'm there and you're talking to me. Holy shit that's some good advice.

Man, I enjoy watching your videos and mostly find them good time investment, but this one, wow. The value you gave in here is rare jewel ! Much respect and I think the van vibe gets the best out of you...

Nice, straight talk

The best video I've seen to date. Real.

So, I listened to this last night. This morning I wake up and reach for my phone and hear Dan’s voice saying, “Don’t do it!”. Curse you Milnor. So I put down the phone and grabbed my copy of Barbarian Days by William Finnegan and read that instead. A fine book for all you old surfers out there looking to relive those halcyon stoke-filled days of your youth.

Thank you, Dan! Your stuff is always helpful and thought provoking!!!

Thank you Dan for your great and entertaining content. You put a smile on my face.

"Zero people asked me to do this video, and that's why I'm doing it." Classic. A sign of a fellow Gen Xer.

Very helpful and extremely entertaining, especially the last bit. Well done.

Between social media and watching kids all day (COVID school closures) my brain was mush. Highly agree with reading in the AM before the phone comes on. It's like cognitive therapy and I'm able to concentrate better now. I have to use a Kindle though because much of my reading is while waiting for kids to fall asleep in the dark (backlit paper white is a godsend).

Why did I not watch this sooner...I wish so many more people would adopt these "Milnor Rules" the world might be 11% better...The movie references along with the advice is amazing blend...

Thank you for sharing Dan.

Thanks... it was awesome

You've done a lot of helpful videos, I think this is one of your best. THANKYOU!

Hey "LCD" (life Coach Dan). All points accurate. As for motorcycles, if you learn to ride-well...Safer than a bicycle. "Just one guy, one opinion." Mate! What about the classic: "Hey, now I know why tigers eat their young."

Daniel, THANK YOU! Your words and work inspire me. You and I are of the same generation with maybe a year and one half or so difference between us, but one can never be too old to be reminded of and grounded by these truths. This wisdom spans many disciplines and industries. May you never hide your light.

I enjoyed all of that.

Second the hunting and gathering... except in my case, not in the yard but by the road picking blackberries. No regrets!

Damn, sounds like some kids missed kindergarten. That's where one learns to say please, thank you, be nice, etc. Sorry you had to write this. Thanks for writing this.

Gift of the gab... well done.

Fantastic video!

As usual, high-quality video.

Thank you Dan.

Thank you!!!!! The story of the pants, so funny!! Cheers from Portugal!!!

Thumbs up for just the movie references... Love it

Great post and thoughts Dan, thanks!

Me encanta cuando hablas en español. Muy bien Daniel. Best video ever so far.

Loin cloths and woodland animals sounds amazing!

Fascinating how the automated closed captioning skips right over "spastic." "This is called deer photgrapher" -- def not going to get you invited to the after after after after party. PS if I ever get anywhere with photography at all, it will be because of you, Dan Milnor.

Good advice for anyone and especially if you’re in any kind of creative business.

Gracias Daniel!! Inspirador como siempre.

Good mixture...healthy dose of tough love with some affirmation sprinkled in (just speaking for me personally). Thank you for helping us Dan.

Fantastic video, Dan! So much juice. Love the sarcasm.

Truly hilarious, thank you !

I love this Daniel!! This is so good!! From a photographer from, Norway!!

Epic.

Thanks for this excellent talk. Cheers from Portugal

Has to be one of the best videos I have seen. So refreshing and informative!

I love you, Daniel, and all your public announcements.

Thanks for taking the trouble to put this video together for us, really great advice and so enjoy listening to some common sense. Maybe that's a part of the problem, "common", in my generation is no longer that common anymore. Thing is, it still works!...... for the most part anyway. Thanks again!

Love a DM video... wise words in there every time

For the love of God stop complaining! Oh so true. I say it this way, “I have no excuse for not making great pictures.”

Love these videos Dan, thank you. They make me think, and question. Also, get the Rally. I've got the 250 and love mine! Think of all the tire videos you can make!

Thank you :)

Thank you.

Thank you very much. You are making grate job. I am sad I can't subscribe this channel more than ones :)

Hey Dan, you mentioned learn about the Amazon. Well, I am, thanks to your suggestion. I'm reading "One River"... great book. I can't believe how interesting ethnobotany is. Actually, I never heard of that science before. Thanks again.

Great video, hilarious stuff especially about the pants on fire.

Great advice Milner, there is always a after/after party, no matter what industry your trying to get into photography, sales, management or marketing...

Bro I’m going need a top 5 or 10 movie list you got a wide range of references. You can’t be a jerk and get work 💯

You were on form I’m this video Dan Oh, and I’d just like to say THANK YOU for all the wisdom and advice you’re passing on ya big nerf bag.

“Spastic Nerf Bag”! I’ll need to borrow that for my fifth graders!

Stripes! LOL! I absolutely love your videos!!!

In a van down by the River!

Hey Dan, thanks. Well done! That's a fact, Jack.

Hell, I wish you’d been our wedding photographer, because a) we’d have had fun and b) we’d have great photos

This was very entertaining, thank you so much! Meanwhile, watching this on my mobile resting on my tummy while I am laying on my bed, i couldn't help but think "man, look how the zipper of my jacket extends the zipper of dan's jacket". I know this may not make sense, or may even be completely weird, but to me, it was a pleasant detail. :D

Mr Milnor, if you haven't read John Gray's "Straw Dogs," I highly recommend it. Also his latest, "Feline Philosophy." Enjoyed the talk. Like you said, these are stuff we should not have to think too hard about, and should be a reflexive part of our living. But it's still good to be reminded.

Thanks for sharing this, Dan. Even though I’m not a professional photographer (just a hobbyist) I can relate to everything you say. As for the motorcycle: go check out the Ducati Desert Sled!

I never understood the whole 'free from film and processing costs' when digital came along...most photographers would add a 100% mark up to those costs, which you certainly couldn't with digital work!

As soon as the planning for my workshop for spring of 2022 in Phoenix, AZ is finished, I will invite you and Sean Tucker for a live talk on stage.

Thank you!!!! 🙏🏻 How am I doing? Lol! 🤓 Wait, I think I see a resemblance. Love your blogs. Now I have to get off social media for a few weeks. See ya!

Virility. Yeah, I remember those days.

Okay can you do this film?

Usted sabe de lo que esta hablando, Dan, hay que desconectar un poco de los medios sociales o nos volverán (más) locos

Everyone was a wedding photographer at one point lol.

my 2 Pence blar blar , left field ravings and not so serious rant ! :D Think we are all just need to rebel against the consent onslaught of marketing and advertising campaigns and the consent automation and computerisation of everything and anything , photography is art after all , it should be the most manually purist thing we choose to do .. There isn't anything wrong with taking time and struggling in order to express our creativity or learn a skill for once we succeed the satisfaction we get is complete for that moment .. Digital automation and computerisation of photography is now is starting to spoil this for those of us who only photograph for pleasure and the love of it .. long live film, the print and the darkroom and my only hope would be to make camera clubs or societies nicer more positive places to be and devoid of any unproductive criticism and negative practices and comments , I have a dream that camera clubs could once again rival online sites in regards to we were go to make and show negatives and prints and share processes and ideas were young and old can mix and be with one another, help one another , share ideas and collaborate in person in an unexclusive fully inclusive environment ... Having bored you all with that blar blar , I would like to recommend some reading books that might help people on the their creative journeys The practice of contemplative photography -Andy kart and Michael wood The Zen of Creativity - John daido Lorri Photography as a mediation - Torsten Andreas Hoffman Tao of photography - Philippe l gross Capturing mindfulness - Matthew Johnstone the little book of Contemplative Photography - Howard Zehr ZeN Camera -David Ulrich here's to keeping analog and the old practices and traditional ways alive for as long as we can .. peace and motherfucking love y'all :D o and the hippies were right !! :D H IGHLY I NTELLIGENT P ERSON P URSING I NTERNAL E NLIGHTMENT

“You might find yourself in a loin cloth”

I’m shooting jpeg because the files coming straight out of these cameras are unreal. Work smarter.

Any circle that would accept me is one I don't want to join :-) I only attend before parties.

Only half way though this (doing it bite size sections) but thanks, and man the real photo world sounds shit overall to be honest. At the moment going though photos to then sort to a website. In the back of my mind wondering why though as what do I want out of it, I’m a bankers mason (carve stone old buildings restoration). Wouldn’t mine adding photo prints sales to that as enjoy making and showing. But I don’t know sounds like it is all I bit of a shit sort of world to get into. Any way nice one and go steady enjoy listening to your ideas and stuff get up too. Thanks Sam

Invited or not, I'm willing you my ranch!

Why are you in the van for so long...and thank you for the PSA.

Hot Nuts & Chill!

The intro that killed 50 headphone users 😂🔊

I’m the kind of photographer that shows up to the after party uninvited, gets wasted and shits himself.

Honestly coming from the Music industry this is basically the same.

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Dan Milnor: so tough he could destroy Toughskins!

“Slow down” from this man? ;-)

Note to self: ToughSkins+Branding Iron/Flame=BAD

Thanks Daniel! Great advice! Everyone has a road that has worked for them, and they're all slightly different. Here's a YT video I made describing what worked for me. Not the way, just a recommendation that's a little outside the box imo: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/qbagopyksdGVh4U.html And none of this has anything to do with the technical side; gear, etc

Hmm. So I'm guessing my habit of rising early before my wife and watching Dan Milner's latest KZfaq instalment doesn't fit your philosophy? By the way, what is your favourite flavour of Tim Tam's?

I think weed is legal in NM. Love the cabin fever. Drive your van around Aus

Buy the motorcycle and thank you! 🤙🤙🤙

What if you have a wife and can't go to the "After, After, Party"?