Can you see yourself becoming complacent and bored with the same career or job for your entire working life?

How do you think you would feel about that at the end of it all?

What would you point out to others as what you regretted?

Why Professionally Document Your Vintage Coin Collection?Vintage coin collectors invest countless hours and resources building their collections, yet many overlook the importance of professional-quality photography. Here's why photographically documenting your numismatic treasures with proper equipment and lighting is worth considering:
Preservation of Details
Coins deteriorate over time, however carefully stored. Professional photography captures intricate details, mint marks, and patina at a specific moment, creating a permanent record of your collection's condition and appearance.
Insurance Documentation
Should disaster strike, detailed photographs provide crucial evidence for insurance claims. High-resolution images that clearly show distinguishing characteristics and condition can make the difference between fair compensation and significant loss.
Enhanced Appreciation
Quality photography reveals details often missed by the naked eye. The micro-textures, subtle color variations, and minute design elements become apparent under proper lighting, deepening your connection with and understanding of each piece.
Sharing and Education
Whether you're creating a catalog for potential buyers, sharing with fellow collectors, or educating family members about your collection, professional images communicate value and significance far better than casual snapshots.
Easier Appraisals
Professional coin dealers and appraisers can provide preliminary valuations from quality photographs, saving time and reducing the need to transport valuable coins to different locations.
Good coin photography isn't just about expensive equipment—it's about understanding how to capture these metallic objects properly. With some basic lighting techniques and attention to detail, you can create a lasting visual archive that enhances the value and enjoyment of your numismatic collection for years to come.

Have you heard of the technique for making adjustments to your business and your life by applying the 80/20 principle?
If I can recall the name of the person who came up with it, I'll update my blog. Essentially,  you look at your business, life, garden etc, whatever the case may be, and you analyze what portion of your situation produces the most/best/worst (insert adjective) outcome.
If you're a gardener for example, and you calculate that 20% of your garden area produce 80% of your best beans, then you use that data to plan your planting for next year. (Italian economist, Vilfredo Pareto -1896)
And so it goes.
The ratio can be different. It depends on the situation and the area of study.
Personally, I'm applying the 80/20 ration to the business outcome from each area of my work. 

I've looked at the past client activities and have calculated that 80% of my jobs come from 20% of the types of work. Specifically, from product photography. I rarely photograph people for profit (even though I really enjoy it)

With this knowledge, I am revamping my portfolio accordingly and spending more time pushing my product photography services.
I also feel the need to expand those services to include some motion work. Cinemagraphs and possibly some Stop-Motion Animation. Both are unique in the marketplace and don't require any additional special equipment.

With that in mind, I am realizing that I may have to jump ship and source a  new, upgraded website service provider. Sorry Weebly.  You've been good to me for a few years, but we may have to part ways in the coming weeks.

I'm looking towards new markets. It's time to wake up and smell the whisky. Growth requires sacrifice.