We asked experts from a broad range of industries to open up to us about things they know about their industry but that we probably don’t and we’ve shared some of those responses below.

Selena Rodriguez | Lifestyle Family Photographer

How hard us photographers work when we are highly passionate about what we do. I think a lot of people outside of our industry see a price and think we are only here for money, but that is simply not the case. We pay hundreds and thousands for education courses, business models, equipment, travel, marketing, editing and other software and subscriptions, client closets and so much more! Not to mention, most of us are parents, students and full time employees outside of photography. Photography is a luxury, not a necessity and you have to be willing to pay for quality photos. Read more>>

Sydney Garvey | Flower Farmer & Florist

85%+ of flowers sold in the USA are imported from other countries and have to be sprayed with carcinogenic chemicals upon entry in customs. That also means that most flowers are shipped from VERY far away and cut WAY before you get them at the supermarket. That’s why it’s so important to me to keep our flowers local, seasonal, and sustainable! Read more>>

Devon Balet | Photographer and videographer

It is hyper competitive, especially after our country’s reckoning with racial justice. You can have a great brand client but if the internal person you work with leaves, you are usually back to square one with that brand. There are NO GUARANTEES Read more>>