Darryl Brooks
Bio
I am a writer with over 16 years of experience and hundreds of articles. I write about photography, productivity, life skills, money management and much more.
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To Grow Your Social Media, Actually Be Social
Imagine this: You are invited to a gathering of mostly strangers. You put on a t-shirt and hat with your company’s logo on them. You walk into this room full of strangers and start handing out business cards to everyone. If anyone talks to you, your response is something like, “I own the Acme Anvil company, you should buy one.” When that doesn’t work, you try to ride the coattails of an influencer: “Wile E. Coyote is one of my biggest customers. You really should buy one.”
By Darryl Brooks3 years ago in Journal
Are Grandparents Actual People?
Photo by Alev Takil on Unsplash There is an idea that has been plaguing me for some time. I can’t quite wrap my head around it, so I thought I would put my thoughts down on paper. If you are reading this (and I suppose you must be), I appreciate it and I hope I provide you with some insight, if not entertainment.
By Darryl Brooks3 years ago in Families
How the Stars Aligned
"Come in, Mr. Brooks, and have a seat. Thanks for coming in. We have interviewed many candidates for the position, but none have been the right fit. As you can imagine, this is a fiercely competitive industry, and we are at the top of our game. Did you bring your resume?"
By Darryl Brooks3 years ago in Journal
10 Ways to Get Out of Your Photography Rut
Photographers get stuck in ruts like everyone else. Whether it’s food, landscapes, or portraiture, you shoot the same thing the same way every time you head out with the camera. If you want to refresh your photography style, this article gives you ten ways to get out of your photography rut.
By Darryl Brooks3 years ago in Photography
An Unfortunate Accident
Carlo Mcclintock walked into Jackie's office at the ungodly hour of 6 am on a Tuesday. Jackie Dupre liked to get an early start as most of his day would be spent out conducting business. A business that involved collecting money from those for whom he had done favors.
By Darryl Brooks3 years ago in Criminal
3 Things You Must Know To Shoot Great Real Estate Photography
Real estate photography is a lucrative niche that has great potential. The principal reason for this potential is that so few people do it well. Too many photographers think you can walk through a house, snapping shots of each room, and call it a day. But real estate photography, like any other specialty, requires a particular mindset and knowing the tricks of the trade to be successful. Here are three things you must know to shoot great real estate photography.
By Darryl Brooks3 years ago in Photography
What Do They Mean by Swallow the Frog?
We’ve all experienced it. That dread that looms over us and ruins our days. And nights. You toss and turn, thinking about that thing you have to do tomorrow. And when you finally get out of bed, things don’t get any better. Your day is ruined before you even get started.
By Darryl Brooks3 years ago in Motivation