Evolve

You don’t pitch 16 major league seasons if you don’t know how to evolve. 

-MLB Playoffs Announcer Joe Buck

Joe Buck, who we should all listen to, was the announcer for the MLB playoff game and talked about Zach Greinke. Although Greinke is now an older pitcher, he had to completely change his strategy. As a younger pitcher, he relied on his fast velocity right in the strike zone, but over time, he adapted to become more of a command and control pitcher, focusing on getting strikes on the edges of the strike zone.

What does this have to do with photography? We all need to evolve. We can’t just be a flash-in-the-pan, trendy photographer and then not move forward. Our business, like baseball, is constantly evolving. It’s important to maintain a progressive attitude to ensure a long-lasting career. We should aim for longevity rather than just short-term success. So, be like Zach Greinke—adapt and evolve to stay relevant in the long run.