Sharp Focus: Recent Episodes
Mike Willey
Sharp Focus is a podcast that will give you tips and tricks for living your best and most successful life. Thanks for listening.
In this eye-opening episode, we dive into the stark differences between the police responses to the Uvalde and Nashville school shootings. We look at what honor looks like as well as expose what it doesn't look like. Join us as we explore the implications for law enforcement practices, school safety, and how these events have shaped the ongoing conversation on gun violence in America.
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As our loved ones age, they become more vulnerable to scams and fraudulent activities, making it crucial for us to take action to protect them. In this episode, we discuss the alarming rise of senior scams and provide valuable tips to safeguard your aging parents or senior loved ones against fraud. Don't miss this informative episode, as we equip you with the knowledge to keep your loved ones safe and secure.
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In this episode, we critically examine how the media and government use fear to control society. Fear is a powerful emotion that can be a useful tool for motivating people to take action. However, when fear is used as a means of control, it can be dangerous and have negative consequences for individuals and society.
We'll discuss the role of government in promoting fear and controlling the population. We'll examine historical examples of how governments have used fear to gain power and maintain control and contemporary issues such as the war on terror and the COVID-19 pandemic.
Finally, we consider the impact of fear on individuals and society and discuss strategies for resisting fear-based control tactics. We explore the importance of critical thinking, media literacy, and resilience in fear.
Join us as we explore the complex relationship between fear, media, and government and the ways in which we can resist fear-based control tactics to create a more just and equitable society.
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In this episode, we'll take a closer look at one of the most iconic speeches in sports film history: Al Pacino's "Inch Speech" from the 1999 movie Any Given Sunday. This powerful monologue, delivered by Pacino's character, Coach Tony D'Amato, is a rallying cry for his team to give everything they've got in the face of adversity. Join us as we break down the "Inch Speech" and examine the impact a great speech can have.
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In this episode, we delve into the world of viral content and explore the secrets to creating intentional, meaningful content that resonates with audiences. We'll discuss the importance of understanding your target audience, crafting a compelling narrative, and staying true to your brand's values. Whether you're a marketer, a content creator, or simply someone who wants to make an impact online, this episode will provide valuable insights into creating content that resonates and goes viral.
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Todays Episode :
A local legend died in a car accident recently that left the community and his family with a shattered heart. Jay Briscoe of Briscoe Brothers or his real name Jamin Pugh suffered a car accident that tragically took his life. Sadly I don't think it was clear how much of an impact he was having on this world, until after his death. Its clear Jamin was living life to the fullest and making a difference.
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In this episode, we explore the concept of harnessing your "inner bad guy" in order to achieve success in life. We'll discuss the idea that sometimes, to reach our goals, we need to embrace our darker impulses, such as ambition, aggression, and even manipulation. We'll also talk about how this approach can be balanced with empathy and morality to avoid crossing the line into unethical behavior. Join us as we dive into the psychology of using your inner bad guy to get ahead.
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If you want to become a better man, this episode is for you. Being a male doesn't make you a man. I'm a long ways from figuring this thing called life out, however today I'm going to discuss some of the things I'm working on to make myself a better man. I've defintely learned some of these things the hard way but you don't have to. Give this episode a quick listen I'm confident you'll be on a better path at the end. Thanks for your support.
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How to deal with those negative people in your life
Negative people can be draining and destructive. They can also hold you back from achieving your goals. On this episode, I'll share some tips for identifying and dealing with negative people in a way that will help you achieve your goals!
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There are many examples of people stepping up in the face of adversity and excelling beyond anyone's beliefs. In today's episode, we're going to explore how we can add inspiration to our lives through the story of an underdog.
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How many times have you reflected on your past and thought about how your life would be different if you made some different decisions? Its easy to look back and regret the negative choices in our past but we need to remember we are who we are due to all of our past decisions both good and bad. On today's episode we'll look at a perfect example of why we should be grateful for our past no matter what it involves.
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Some of us are built to prepare for, see, and own those big moments in life. Most of us are not. On today's episode, we're talking about those moments. Life is short and we only get so many moments. It's important to know how to handle them.
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Having an addictive personality is hard. In today's episode, I'll tell you about some of my struggles and successes with having an addictive personality in hopes of you may be able to find some help and or inspiration to assist in your struggle.
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Being a leader is hard and most people aren't cut out for it. Leadership is lonely and takes strong personal discipline. In today's episode, I'm going to discuss traits of the mindset that all great leaders have.
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Being a leader is hard and most people aren't cut out for it. Leadership is lonely and takes strong personal discipline. In today's episode, I'm going to discuss traits of the mindset that all great leaders have.
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Life can take unexpected turns on us in a millisecond. There’s no way to prevent it. It’s this exact concept that causes so many mental health issues and anxiety. We can’t hide in our basements and let life pass us by. On this episode, I’ll talk about how my average Saturday almost turned into my death. I’ll discuss what I’ve pulled out of it and how I’m growing from it.
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It's not uncommon to see some very disturbing things throughout a normal day. The internet and social media bring tremendous visibility to all of the national and even international news and events. On today's episode, I'm going to discuss one of the most disturbing videos I've seen in a very long time. The videos coming out of Uvalde from the Robb Elementary School shooting will make most people both very angry and disgusted.
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More and more economists are starting to predict that our economy in the United States is facing a recession. What does that mean in regards to your desire to jump into the shoes of the entrepreneur world and start your own business? That’s our topic for today but I want to warn you that some people may not like what you’re about to hear. However, I’m about to reveal one of the secrets to how many rich people find their fortunes.
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One of the major problems our society faces today is the lack of accountability we hold each other too. We're too worried about hurt feelings to have the courage to hold each other accountable. In today’s episode we’re going to look at the murder of a police officer that highlights the extent to which evil can exploit this idea when we fail to hold each other accountable. This includes every level of society from parents to teachers to politicians and judges. I’ll explain how a judge’s lack of accountability caused a police officer to be murdered.
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Do you want to be successful? In today's episode, I’m going to discuss the main things that hold people back from accomplishing their goals. I’ll give you some key insight into areas of your life that could be holding you back and I’ll tell you how to handle them. Success won’t simply fall into your lap, you have to take command of it. Let's talk about how…
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Heros are the feature of a great action movie. Heros do unimaginable things to save people’s lives. Sometimes being a hero means going against rules. Heros don’t always get to provide a happy ending. But even in the darkest of moments, these heroes never give up. Today we’re going to take a look at what a real-life hero looks like from the shooting at a Texas elementary school shooting in Uvalde.
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On todays episode of Sharp Focus I'm going to discuss how you can find opportunities that are created by a recession. I know that a lot of people are worried about the recession due to the direction our economy is currently heading, but I want to show you that there are actually a lot of opportunities that are created by recessions. I'm going to tell you where to find them and how to take advantage of them. So stay tuned because this could be the most important podcast you listen to all year.
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On todays episode I’m talking about a recent hiking trip I took in the Catskill Mountains. Hiking can teach us a lot about how to deal with the problems of today however it can also be a very valuable tool to help make sure we have a better tomorrow.
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With COVID, Russia invading Ukraine and massive inflation on the horizon; it's time to get your financial house in order. You can't prepare for a recession once one has hit. On todays podcast I’ll give you some simple things to do to reduce your risk before its too late!
0:00 - Intro
0 :45 - The 2008 recession
1:30 - Warning signs to be aware of
2:30 - My story leading up to the 2008 recession
5:30 - The cause of the 2008 recession
8:00 - The perfect industry
9:30 - And then there was COVID
10:00 - Massive Inflation
12:00 - Supply and Demand
13:40 - We shopped and shopped
14:30 - Causes and effects of Inflation
15:30 - What we can do about recession
16:00 - The signs of a recession
18:45 - Don’t overreact
19:15 - Take inventory of your auto payments
20:00 - Increase funds to the emergency fund
21:00 - Watch the market and the rich people
21:45 - Pay off your debts as much as possible
24:25 - Conclusion
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On today's Sharp Focus Podcast episode I’m going to discuss one of the key ingredients of success. Without self discipline you have to rely on luck and I don’t know about you but I don’t want to count on luck because mine isn’t the best sometimes. You don’t have to count on luck if you build self discipline in your life. On todays show I’ll give you some practical actionable tips to improve your self discipline on your journey to success.
0:00 - Intro
3:50 - The moment in life when self discipline really starts mattering
4:25 - The difference between successful people and unsuccessful people
4:45 - The different kinds of support
6:00 - Single parents in regards to providing support to their kids
7:25 - If it were easy, everyone would do it
10:20 - Building discipline in your life
11:00 - Short term goals
13:10 - Long term goals
16:30 - Routines are key
18:00 - Accountability
20:10 - Summary and Conclusion
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On today's Sharp Focus Podcast episode we're talking about Elon Musk and his recent purchase on Twitter. Who is the type of person that can make big moves like this? What does it take to be able-to execute such an ambitious plan, as well as why he made this decision in first place!
0:00 - Intro
0:45 - Breaking News - Elon Musk is buying Twitter
4:25 - Elon’s exposure
5:30 - Social media censorship
7:45 - Risk and Reward
9:10 - Housing bubble of 2008
15:00 - You should just buy me out
16:45 - Controlled risk is vital to success
18:00 - Hiring people
19:30 - Overcoming the risk
20:30 - Your not going to always win
21:30 - Conclusion
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On todays episode of Sharp Focus we’re diving into my top 5 methods for handling negative nasty people. In my businesses, personal life, and everything else dealing with people is the hardest thing to master. Its also the most important in order to achieve success. I’ll give you some pointers on how to handle negative people so you can find success in what you do much easier.
0:00 - Intro
1:20 - Stay Positive
4:25 - Customer is not always right
8:00 - From their shoes
9:40 - Blame
10:40 - Look in the mirror
12:30 - Wrap Up
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On Todays Episode I’m going to drop some knowledge bombs on you about how you should diversify your investments. Far to often topics like this can be so vague but not on Sharp Focus. Your going to get some specific actionable suggestions that you can apply to your investment strategy. Don’t have a investment strategy? No Problem, we have you covered there as well with some simple but important steps to help you develop recession proof investments.
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Season 3 Ep. 66
On this episode we're discussing start up businesses and the entrepreneurs it takes to start them. I'll give you some insight on who can become an entrepreneur as well as debunk some popular statistics. One of the key assets to becoming an entrepreneur in todays world is technology and we'll discuss the advantages it provides.
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Season 3 Ep. 65 The world has gone crazy. Gas is up to $4.25 in Delaware and Russia is invading other countries. In this episode we're going to take a look at why Putin is so dangerous.
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Season 3 Ep. 64 No Idea Where That Came From - In todays episode we'll explore those thoughts and words that seem to come out of no where. Are they real? Do they have meaning? Should you embrace them or try to get rid of them? Lets talk about it.
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Season 3 Ep. 63 How To Find Peace
In this episode I'll tell you how my son ended up in the hospital and we'll talk about how we can find peace during the storms of life. This one is powerful, check it out.
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Season 3 Ep. 62 - Fear is one of the strongest emotions humans or any species experiences. In order to overcome fear you have to know how to use the one thing thats stronger than any fear. In this episode we'll discuss it.
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Season 3 Ep. 61 - The problem with COVID is so many things don't add up. In this episode I'll discuss how to get to the bottom of most issues in order to find the truth.
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Season 3 Ep. 60 - In this episode we're going to discuss how our small moments could mean everything to someone else.
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Season 2 Ep. 56 - Hard times are inevitable. In todays episode we'll discuss some tips to help you get through the hard times.
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Season 2 Ep. 55 - Everyone wants to be the best in their industry but not everyone is ready to handle the cost. On todays episode we're going to discuss what the cost is so you can see if your ready to be on top.
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Season 2 Ep. 54 - Each day presents its own unique opportunities and challenges. In todays episode we're talking about how to get the most out of each day.
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Season 2 Ep. 53 - On todays episode of Sharp Focus we are discussing the one thing that holds most people back from accomplishing their goals in life.
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Season 2 Ep. 52 - On todays episode of Sharp Focus we are talking about why we shouldn't be overly concerned about all the craziness in the news and how to condition our thinking to handle the extremes a little easier.
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Season 2 Ep. 51 - Traveling during the COVID pandemic is completely unpredictable. Whats traveling during COVID like and what kind of traveling should we do or should we avoid all travel? Let talk about it.
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Season 2 Ep. 50 - Today we're talking about the key to getting through hard times and rough days and keeping things in perspective.
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Season 2 Ep. 49 - Some of your biggest and best changes in life come from places you would never believe. Life has a way of handing you opportunities that don't always appear to be an actual opportunity. The trick is to not miss them. Lets talk about how.
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Season 2 Ep. 48 - In this episode I'm going to give you the key to success. When we look at successful people in general, they all have one thing in common. By knowing what that thing is and how to apply it in our own lives means success is right down the road.
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Season 2 Ep. 47 - The concept of respect is sadly misunderstand and not taken seriously in todays world. In this episode we're going to discuss the concept of respect in life as well as outdoors when exploring. If you can't understand what respect really is, you should probably never leave home again.
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Season 2 Ep. 46 - The election is over but where do we go from here? How do we get rid of the hatred and nastiness thats flooded the process of this election? This episode isn't about political topics but how we decided where we stand on any kind of issue.
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Season 2 Ep. 45 - Life will always be relentless with its challenges. It truly seems like life has a way of presenting challenges in waves. Sometimes there's one right after another. In this episode we'll discuss how to be prepared to handle these adversities so you come out a better person.
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Season 2 Ep. 44 - The things that can come up in life are truly crazy. We are presented problems and issues everyday that we have to figure out the best way through. In this episode we'll discuss the key to opening the correct door in many of life's crazy tests.
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Season 2 Ep. 43 - Life has a way of kicking you when your down. In this episode we'll discuss how to push through those hard times so that you come out the other side successful.
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Season 2 Ep. 42 - The younger you are, the more you think you know. The older you are, the more you realize just how much you don't know. The sooner you can identify these types of circumstances in your life, the sooner you can take appropriate actions to ensure you're living the best life possible.
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Season 2 Ep. 41 -Welcome back to Sharp Focus. I told you we'd be back for Season 2. In this episode we'll talk about the crazy year that is 2020. I'll also discuss a decision people under 30 have to make in order to end up where they want to be when they are older.
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Episode 40 -Life is full of uncertainty. In fact, the only certain thing in life is uncertainty. In this episode we will discuss how to handle uncertainty so that you come out on top.
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Episode 39 -A lot of times we fail to realize the impact the people we keep around us have on our lives. The truth is, we are made up of an average of those people. If you not happy with where you are in life in any specific area, the first place to look for answers is the people we keep around us.
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Episode 38 - Life is best when you have determination and drive however there are moments in life when you need to learn how to just shut it down in order to get the best of out a situation.
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Episode 37 - The most common reaction to being wrong is simply not addressing it. The problem with not addressing it is that it tends to fester and get worse. No one wants to be wrong, its a horrible feeling. However, good leaders must always admit their faults and work to correct them.
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Episode 36 - Many of us fall victim to losing our drive and work ethic due to lifes beat downs. Its imperative for us to learn how to push through the hard times in order to get to the good times. Every challenge has the potential to build strength in us. In this episode I'll discuss pushing through the hard times so we can enjoy the view.
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Episode 35 - Way too many people fail to find any type of inner peace in life. Life has a way of just coming at you until you just get completely lost in the chaos of day to day responsibilities. In order to truly live and be happy, you have to acquire some inner peace. In this episode I'll discuss how I use hiking to find peace.
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Episode 34 - Those of us that are called into some type leadership really find out what our leadership is made of when Chaos strikes. Chaos will always strike, its just a matter of when. It's very interesting to see how people respond in their leadership roles during the times of Chaos. In this episode we'll talk about some of the things leaders need to understand and execute during those times of Chaos.
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Episode 33 - Being an Introvert in an Extrovert's world can be very challenging. Acquiring success personally, professionally, or any other form can be hard as an Introvert. In this episode I'm going to discuss some key points for Introverts to use in order to not be left behind in the world of success.
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Episode 32 - Owning your own business can seem like the best thing in the world from the outside. Owning a business does open up the door to many opportunities that you wouldn't normally have. However, those opportunities come at a cost. In this episode I'm going to discuss what it takes to own a business and who should own their own business.
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Episode 31 - Staying Focused and Driven are key attributes to success in anything. If we are sporadic with our focus then we will almost always get sporadic results. Staying Focused and Driven isn't easy. It takes intentional pursuit.
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Episode 30 - The corona virus has caused mass devastation to world economies and inflicted sickness and death on many people. Is it possible there is some good that can come from such a ugly pandemic?
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Episode 29 - All of our lives have been flipped upside down which is causing tremendous amounts of anxiety and fear. In this episode I'm going to discuss what I think is the best way to handle all the uncertainty so that you best position yourself for success.
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Episode 28 - Photography can be a very intimidating thing to jump into when you first get started. You know what you want to do, you don't know how to get it done. In this episode I'm going to discuss my tips for beginning landscape photographers. Theres are some of the lessons I've learned to hard way.
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Episode 27 - Some of us have been hit harder than others by the COVID-19 pandemic. In this episode I'm going to talk about some things that have affected me while discussing how I've been reacting to this mess.
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Episode 26 - If the world is experiencing anything right now, its fear. Fear is a incredibly powerful emotion in our lives. Its important to understand exactly what fear is, what causes it, and then how to deal with it in a way that allows for us to ultimately find success in what we are doing.
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Episode 25 - In this episode we're talking about social media. Social media gets a really bad rap due to the way a lot of people use it. However, social media can be a very powerful tool if used correctly. Lets talk about what correctly looks like.
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Episode 24 - In this episode I'm going to discuss some of the different kinds of issues we come upon both as photographers and as people. I'll discuss one of the best ways to handle our issues so that we can gain clarity on how to handle them.
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Episode 23 - In this episode I'm going to discuss the process and creative side of making YouTube videos. Something that can be looked off on as silly can actually have quite a different reality.
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Episode 22 - In this episode I'm going to discuss one of the biggest lessons I've learned in photography. Far to long I listened to bad advise from YouTubers and I'm glad I finally found out the truth. Today, I'm going to reveal the truth and give some examples as to why Photography Gear Matters.
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Episode 21 - In this episode I'm going to discuss how we can push through the hard times in life. I'll discuss some of the things that have taught me how to push through life's difficulties.
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Episode 20 - In this episode I'm going to discuss how we can tend to live our lives in a bubble. I'll talk about how it effects our results and talk about how to handle it.
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Episode 19 - In this episode I'm going to discuss performing better. This can relate to many different areas in life. I'll give you my tips on how to overcome the obstacles that prevent us from getting better at what we do.
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Episode 18 - In this episode I discussing the power photography and videography have as well as giving you some news and updates.
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Episode 17 - In this episode I'm discussing how to perform a better photo or video edit. The principals apply to almost anything in life that requires performance. I hope you enjoy and share.
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Episode 16 - Tunnel Vision can be a production killer or it can help you focus in a very detailed way. We must understand what tunnel vision is and how to control it. In this episode we are talking everything tunnel vision to help you be more productive with better results.
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Episode 15 - Too many people fail to reach their potential in life. Life has a way of just taking over and forcing you to forgot about where your potential could take you, both in photography and personally. From my experience, there's one key to ensure your drive to reach your potential doesn't waiver. Lets talk about it.
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Episode 14 - In this episode I'm going to discuss a newer passion I've developed that allows me to capture more moments with my camera with more emotion. Thats what photography is all about to me, finding the moment, feeling the moment, and capturing the moment.
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In this episode of Sharp Focus we are going to discuss how we tend to defend our view for the wrong reasons. What happens when we stop being defensive and start listening? To truly be real with yourself about any topic, you have to listen to all the potential views with a unbiased stance. This relates to everything from photography to politics.
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Episode 12 - Well constructed transitions can make video clips very powerful. When browsing YouTube you will see creators using all different kinds of transitions in all types of different edits. What are the correct transitions? Where should they go? Lets talk about Video Transitions.
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Episode 11 - I'll talk about the powerful way to get over the hurdles of starting something new. I'll talk about the fine line between this strategy and blatantly lying.
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I've been looking for a upgrade to my Canon Rebel SL2 for a year or so. I use the camera solely for vlogging and video. Its a great camera but its 2019 and I don't feel it offers the best bang for the buck anymore. Let me introduce you to its replacement, it may surprise you.
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Episode 9 - I'm going to discuss the trap that life can create that steals our creativity away. I'll give you some tips for avoiding this trap as well as tell you how I think you can get out of it if your already inside it.
Video Highlight : Potato Jet - What Frame Rate Should You Be Filming in - http://bit.ly/2OpKLCZ
Gear Highlight : Canon 80D DSLR - http://bit.ly/2OleAo5
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Ep 8 - Life, Photography, and Videography all present us with some very special moments that I think a lot of us tend to loose vision of due to the everyday chaos.
Gear Highlight : Aputure Amaran Bi Color LED -https://products.aputure.com/al-m9/
Video Highlight : Signature Edits - Auto Masking in Lightroom - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DSo_DuGC_a0
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In todays episode I'm going to discuss one of the key factors that hold people back. We'll discuss why Noise is such a problem and I'll tell you my strategy for dealing with it.
Gear Highlight : DJI Ronin S https://www.dji.com/ronin-s?site=brandsite&from=nav
Video Highlight : 7 Habits of Highly Successful Landscape Photographers - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hw0-Eaqm4No
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In todays episode we'll discuss the differences between those that appear to be successful and those that always seem to struggle. We'll also talk about what success truly is.
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Gear Highlight : F Stop Ajna https://fstopgear.com/products/packs/ajna
Video Highlight : Don't Be Lazy with Landscape Photography https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5pzXrn-XbAs
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Ep. 5 - In this episode we're going to discuss the blur of life and how it affects our inspiration as both people and photographers / videographers. I'll tell you my tips to make sure you don't leave your inspiration behind.
Gear Highlight: Google Earth
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Video Highlight: DJI Osmo Action - First Look & Comparision
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Ep. 4 - In todays episode we'll discuss how to push through the typical issues behind photography and videography.
Gear Highlight - Rode Procaster - http://www.rode.com
Video Highlight - Letting Go of Stuff - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=07TciShQMOM
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Ep. 3 - On Todays episode, if we're going to become better at photography or videography, we must balance our goals so that they drive us.
Gear Highlight - Lensball - https://lensball.com
Video Highlight - Cinema vs DSLR Cameras - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T1gr7EHK6w4
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Ep. 2 - In todays episode of Sharp Focus we'll discuss what I believe is the secret to epic landscape photography.
Gear Highlight : DJI Mavic Pro - https://www.dji.com/mavic?site=brandsite&from=nav
Video Highlight : Kold - The Creative Process - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LAq_AL9TXOc
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Ep.1 - Welcome to the first ever episode of Sharp Focus. In todays episode we'll dive into our need to constantly upgrade our gear as photographers / videographers.
Gear Highlight - DJI
Video Highlight - Michaels Video
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