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[SniperTrading-Mr.OscarV]

Like if you want Peter to bring back "editing your photos"

[bigguypictures]

We all work for free sometimes. But I ask this question first, "Are you being paid to ask me to work for free?" Pretty simple.

[ZdenkaDarula]

Everyone has their own way of doing things.... What I love to do is "don't flex, don't show off, don't talk"... just stay quiet and let your own work show what you can do. I love to be silent and smile... never flex, never show just show what you are capable of... I've been in photography business for over 20 years... it has never failed me... I've done lots of free work because I wanted to... and it is the best thing ever

[sheldonmoseley]

The intro genuinely made me laugh, especially when you called me out for smiling then laughing. Legit mind reader.

[LAAvgRay]

I'm 61 and enjoy video editing. I had the great fortune of connecting with an actor who has been in some major programs and TV movies. She needed a show reel so I offered to take some scenes from the projects she was in and put together a reel for her to her specs. Now she has become a friend and it didn't cost either of us a cent.

[normk]

I do concert photography, and I have a standard rate that I charge for my services. I work with two non-profit theatres in the area that I do not charge for my services, but I do get to see shows that I would have paid to see, the theatres and performers get photos they can use, and I regularly get more work as a result of the contacts I make working for free and the attribution that the theatres and the bands give me when they post my photos on their socials. A new venue opened recently, so I cold-called them and gave them my rate. It was a bit much for the owner, but we negotiated a deal for two shoots that has already led to additional gigs. I don't always work for free, but the Three Bs mentioned in this video are really important, so I don't mind doing it occasionally.

[kylehuntxr]

Nah Pete this vid had it all. Some time with the boys, some editing, the classic goofy Peteisms and bloopers and the dab. Hah good to have you back!

I’ve shot for free a number of times and honestly I can’t say I’ve ever regretted it. It’s either built me up in some way or made a connection I still hold even now

[ryanessler]

6:31 is no one taking about how it is 100% a Wayne Gretzky quote! You were right Pete!

[tunedcentral]

Working for free is a luxury not everyone can afford to chase after.

[aircooledalex]

Anytime I have started to feel like I am a failure, or just not on-track to have any continued upwards success when it comes to the photo game, I make sure I stop by and catch up on some of your videos... and ones like this remind me that I have been doing things right and I don't have to have 10000% growth and a huge bank roll for every time I pick my camera up.

Thank you for being a voice in the industry my man ✌

[sonofabear]

Please do more with trustintimber! I love the cinematic bushcraft clips and photos.

[UltimateTechHub]

No regerts! I have done dozens of free promos for companies and eventually they have contacted me with an opportunity to get paid! Bravo Pete!

[HunterCash]

calling it now. We'll see 3 more desk moves until he's happy

[matthewhoward]

That's a great way to look at work. What is this job doing? Building a bridge, a book or my bank account.
Pete, you've surrounded yourself with good men full of great wisdom.

[properprinting]

12:25 "When you can pull that out of a photo, you've won". Well, you've won. I would've loved to be out there right now, doing that too. Awesome vibes man.

[iamsamiiikhan]

"THE BEST PART OF THE VIDEO IS THE TAPE MEASURED SOUND EFFECT COMING FROM YOUR MOUTH!!! THAT'S REMINDS ME OF YOUR OLD DAYS VIDEOS PETE 🔥🔥"

[csp.travelandnature]

I started watching your videos in 2018. Always loved it. I started travelling and clicking photos and making films. Never had the courage to start a YouTube channel. But today, thanks to your constant inspiration and motivation, I have started a YouTube channel and my first video is out. Thanks again brother. ❤

[trey]

This is some amazing advice... Ive only been taking photos for 8 months now, but thanks to this magical word "FREE", it has given me the amazing opportunity to shoot bands like the Arkells, and Tokyo Police Club, and some amazing venues like Canada Life Place in London, and History Toronto. Thank you Pete!!

[HigherAEM]

You guys look like you have fun everyday. Man the shots you took with the whisky bottle and the edits to them were amazing.
Also, you're right, sometimes, working for free ends up benefitting you in the long run. I was lucky enough to see to witness it myself. It's so gratifying when a client calls and offers you a paid gig after seeing the work you did free of charge!
Love the channel man. Please keep 'em coming!

[AbigailBacker-lj]

Can’t thank you enough for sharing this. Your humility is admirable.