Networking

Networking is one of the most important roles to result in a successful photography career and business. Whether working as an assistant or an independent photography, it is important to contact photographer that you want to work with or anyone that is needs for the work that is going to be completed in the future such as make up artists, food stylists ect. Anyone that is needed in shoots or for advice, it is critical to have a polite, professional and positive attitude so that people will want to work with you on other shoots and projects again. Below is a list of reasons that I consider to important when networking in the photography industry:

• Have a good relationship with clients, they will want to work with you again. 
• Networking does not cost a lot and with social media it is very easier and fast to present your work. A lot more people will then see your work as other may share it or comment on it.
• Conduct yourself in a way you would like others to present themselves to you, the more professional you are the better it will be.
• Meet and Greets are available for networking and events in most countries are available for others in the same industry to chat and create contacts. The photography show is an example.
• Never use other photographers work to market yourself, it is illegal and not acceptable and basically a slap on the face for the original photography. Also it could become knowledge that it could be not your own work and damage relationships in the future. 
• Always carry business cards, but do not flaunt them. Only produce if necessary and appropriate opportunity. 
• If you are collaborating or working with another photographer e.g. at a wedding, it is important to work together and not against each other trying to get the best shot. It will overall result in failure all together. 
• It is an important aspect of business and social life, that can create relationships with people that have to same passion of photography as you do. If you value these relationships with clients and individuals, it should result in a career long contact. 

Overall after doing some research, it is extremely important to network throughout your career. Whether it be business cards or social media, it is crucial to always be professional and aware of what could benefit your career