Posts by Vinia Almonte

Gutters are not exactly the most glamorous part of your home. They’re not the kind of thing you show off to your friends or brag about at a cookout. But those humble channels hanging off your roof? They’re doing way more work than you give them credit for. Picture them as your home’s unsung heroes,…

Leadership isn’t just about corner offices or fancy titles. It’s about how you show up, like, all the time. Think about it: You can’t expect people to take you seriously if you’re stumbling through life like you just rolled out of bed (even if you did). Leadership is more than just telling people what to…

Let’s talk about unstructured time. You know, that magical (and sometimes intimidating) stretch of hours where no one’s telling you what to do. It’s like when you open the fridge and just stare, thinking, “What can I make with this?” except instead of food, it’s your schedule—or lack thereof. For creatives, unstructured time can feel…

Let’s talk about a not-so-fun part of real estate photography: when your client requests for a re-shoot. Ugh, right? It’s like when you finally settle in on the couch after cleaning the whole house, and someone walks in with muddy shoes. But hey, it happens! Maybe they’ve got new furniture they want in the shots,…

Leadership isn’t all about pep talks and high-fives—it’s a lot more complicated than that. Sure, staying positive can make the day-to-day grind a little less, well, grind-y, but let’s not kid ourselves: it’s not all smooth sailing. Pretending everything’s picture-perfect when it’s not? That’s a recipe for frustration (and maybe a few side-eyes from your…

Suppose you’re building something awesome, and it’s growing faster than your laundry pile after a lazy weekend. That’s where scalable systems come in. They’re like your favorite pair of stretchy pants: no matter how much things expand, they keep up without popping a seam. Whether you’re running a business, managing a project, or just trying…

Let’s talk about the not-so-glamorous but super important topic: maintenance. I know, it’s not the most exciting thing in the world, but hear me out. Whether it’s your house, your car, or even that fancy espresso machine you never use but just *had to have*, keeping things in good shape is like giving them a…

Let’s face it, life can feel like one giant race, but who decided we all had to sprint? Slowing down doesn’t mean you’re throwing in the towel—it means you’re finally giving yourself a chance to breathe. You know, like when you shut down all those 47 tabs on your browser and suddenly feel like you’ve…

Ever wonder why you suddenly feel the urge to snag something just because there’s a big “Hurry! Limited time only!” sign slapped on it? Yeah, me too. It’s wild how that little nudge can flip a switch in our brains, making us feel like if we don’t act now, the universe might just implode—or, you…

Let’s talk LinkedIn. You know, the platform where everyone’s either talking business or sharing their latest promotion? Turns out, it’s a goldmine for you and your photography skills. I mean, 80% of B2B marketing leads from social media come through LinkedIn. That’s a whole lot of opportunities waiting to be grabbed. The thing is, standing…