25 things photographers don't need in 2025 1. ‘Gifted' collabs 2. Expensive gear 3. A bunch of courses 4. Lowering their rates 5. A big space 6. Clients who ghost 7. Overwhelm 8. Fear of starting 9. Competitors 10. Gatekeeping 11. A lot of skills 12. Say yes to every job I3. Usage rights 14. Negotiating skills 15. Create alone 16. Low rates 17. Frustration 18. Helplessness 19. Professional camera 20. 20+ collabs/ mo 21. 14+ hour days 22. Barely pay rent 23. No network 24. Feel alone 25. Struggle