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The Problem of Burnout in Photography

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Being a successful professional can be an insane amount of work, and it is very common for photographers to end up burning out and become disillusioned with the entire pursuit.
This excellent video examines the topic of burnout and recovery in photography.
Coming to you from Taylor Jackson, this great video examines the topic of burnout in photography.
Being a successful professional means wearing a vast number of hats — photographer, marketer, accountant, and more — and as such, it can really start to wear people down over time.
Even if you do not take this time off, at least check in with yourself and consider how you can improve your satisfaction.

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