#010: Without a doubt in my mind, I wouldn't be where I am in this moment if it weren't for the supportive and inspiring community of friends and colleagues I'm lucky enough to be part of as I work inside conservation photography. This niche is a very unique one, with our own oddball challenges and creative highs and lows. To get anywhere, you need connections – but not just professional connections. You need real relationships. While the list of reasons why community is so essential is a very long one, there are three reasons that float to the top: A community understands where your head is at when it comes to brainstorming story ideas, project ideas and shot ideas. Since you’re in a certain creative field all together, they get what it means to really hash out a creative strategy or navigate challenges in the field. A community shares resources, from editor contacts and referrals to insights about publications, pricing your work, dealing with clients, or what to do in different circumstance. You know you’re not alone or starting from square one, ever.A. community understands the ups and downs. When you gain an accomplishment that the rest of your friends and family think is nice and politely smile and nod, your community knows what a big deal that is and can celebrate properly alongside you.  So how do you build up this kind of career-boosting, supportive community?It's all. about what YOU put into it.An outstanding community is built up through your actions, and how you approach being a member. In this episode, I walk you through the three secrets to success.Get the full show notes and download a handy transcript of the episode at JaymiH.com/10Never miss an episode by signing up at JaymiH.com/ImpactAre you subscribed to the podcast? If not, I’m excited to invite you to subscribe today. Not only do I unroll new episodes weekly, but I also add in a ton of bonus episodes (which you will likely miss out on if you aren't subscribed! Oh no!)If you love listening to the podcast, I’ll be so grateful if you leave me a review on iTunes. The reviews help others find me, and I also just love to hear from you! Just click here to review, seleect “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” Then, you’re off to the races! Let me know what it is you like best about the podcast. Thank you so much!