040: Lessons in collaboration

As a content creator I love collaborating with other content creators. I learn from the interaction and realise that I'm not alone, that there's a community of content creators thinking about the things I think about and struggling with the things I struggle with. Collaboration allows you to explore uncharted territory. ollaboration allows for a broader reach. Recently I collaborated with "Life in Grande".Lessons learned1. Establish your purposeWhen we meet Crystal is wearing a branded jersey. Laser focus. She sees herself as a photographer first.Introduce who you are and establish your purpose.Making people comfortable before taking their pictures.Establishing your purpose also involves clarifying misconceptions. For instance, a fish vendor asked is Life in Grande to promote business? No. Life in Grande is about people. It's easier to approach street vendors. BUY IN is important.2. On Imposter syndrome"Imposter syndrome is the internal psychological experience of feeling like a phony in some area of your life, despite any success that you have achieved in that area." Read more on my website: https://potbake.com/