Knowing when to Quit
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Knowing when to quit is one of the most challenging things to figure out in life. In this video I talk a bit about this as it pertains specifically to the path I’ve taken. Many of you know that I have a burning passion for the art of leather craft and some of you may even know that I even had a leather business before pursuing a career on TH-cam. At the time I didn’t know it, nor did I want to admit it but sometimes no matter how hard you work at something, it may not work out. There are times in life where you need to set whatever that something is that you love aside, as it may just not be the right time for it. You see, no matter how hard I tried at my leather business it just never really took off. I had given it my all and now, years later, I sit back and remember that the day I decided to move on was the same day I started my TH-cam channel. Lately I have really been feeling the urge to get out my leather tools and supplies and set up a little area in my garage so that I can get back to tinkering and use this hobby as an outlet. I find that I now have a new appreciation for working with leather, and that it serves a different, healthier purpose in my life then it did years ago. It is now the outlet that I can use to disconnect, reflect, and use to slow down from the career I love. A BIG thank you to my buddy Jeff for building me an amazing bench in literally a day. It’s so important to have a thing other than your thing, so that you don’t get sick of the thing that is your thing - watch the video and it will all make sense I PROMISE!
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"..having the thing, that's not your thing.." Love it! Best advice by Pete for keep feeding your creativity 👏😌
Putin had the same idea. ( Ends bad )
Hahaha I love Pete's passion for his leather working tools. I think there's something so special about analog and tactile stuff. That's why I have a weird obsession with mechanical watches. There's just something so special about not-digital-stuff that is so good for the soul!
"If You Never Try, You'll Never Know" Thanks for the video and the message Pete
I was watching your video just before this.
@@manavnayyar haha same
Hi keo
Keo!! Pleasure seeing you here ( ͡° ͜ʖ ͡°)
Now I know here you got your inspiration from xD
You had my heart at the lumber yard.
2018 vibes are back.! So glad to see you the energy.!
The Leather Shop!!!!
Much love from Zambia. You are my favorite
This video is phenomenal. I love these semi vlogs where you talk around a theme. Made me fall in love with this channel.
Sincerely,
David
Inspiring video, thank you Peter! I had a similar experience about 2 years ago when I put my career as a jazz musician on hold and decided to pursue photography. It's been an awesome 2 years and I feel like this is just the beginning. I've never been happier than as a portrait photographer and now the time I play music is much more satisfying. It's so important to be present and just stop trying to force things to happen, which I did for a long time.
Very inspiring Pete, 2 years ago I closed my framing business of 11 years. After trying to make it work and alot of frustrating times. I found my passion filming and fishing! I still work on completely being ok with it. But I'm excited for where I'm going! Love this video and as always love your content!
I’ve learned this lesson many times as my health kicked my butt, but have yet to find that thing that provides a good living. My custom photography was just taking off but walking with two canes and having mini-strokes falling once more at one of my last weddings decided it was time. Now I’m in a wheelchair most of the time. I did local events and shows for a while and that was just going well, then I ended up in the ER for an allergic reaction to another vendor’s items. And so that too came to an end.
Getting found online is a difficult art all in itself. I tried posting regularly and whatnot, but still waiting for that thing that is my thing to be the bill paying thing. Writing is my thing and putting that in books and videos brings me joy…ya know except for listening to my own voice… but still waiting for that time when everything just clicks into place. My other things are creating coloring books and Pieces of Light.
“If we don’t try, we don’t do. If we don’t do, then what are we here on this Earth for?” is a favorite quote of mine. I’m always doing, just hoping for all that doing to pay off one of these days.
(That quote is from the movie Shenandoah by the way.)
You need some Ford tractors to go with your Ford Trucks there Peter.
~Lisa
Every ones in a while, I see a new video from Peter McKinnon and think by myself what will i learn today.. and still this are the video's where i don't skip 2 seconds of it bcs it's just so good and i'm affraid to miss something! Thanks!
I’ve spent the last 7 years garment sewing and the last three and a half talking/demoing on my TH-cam channel. The last year I’ve lost interest but kept going because it was my income but I ended up with a second channel for other creative endeavours. Then running two channels was too much so I’ve come back to my main channel and announced I am pivoting, taking back my happiness and excitement for TH-cam. All this to say I can really relate to what you talked about. Maybe I’ll come back to sewing one day when I recover from the burnout it caused. Thanks for sharing.
I've been been watching Pete's videos for more than 3 years. Seeing him improve and become this TH-cam King! Pete is on another level.
"You've got to know when to hold 'em
Know when to fold 'em
Know when to walk away
And know when to run!"
- Kenny Rogers
Great video! Cheers from Northern Ontario.
It was your video about your leather business that introduced me to leather-working, and now I have started this and it’s amazing. Thank you 🙏
This is called great storytelling. This is Peter Mckinnon.
Such a powerful and inspiring message! Never stop being you Pete!
Just want to say that I love your dad's TH-cam channel. I find it calming and quite informative.
its mayb 6 years m watching him nd the thing is i nvr get bored of anything he shows off... even making a cup of coffee he makes it so cool... wht a talented guy he is. Keep it up bro.
here within seconds of upload. Will use this opportunity to say: Thank you for the amazing content Pete! May you have the best times even in the toughest situations.
It's been a while since I watched your videos regularly and you still don't hesitate to provide wonderful content! I love the inspiring insight you give at times! I have worked on a wedding photography business for 10 years now and it's been quite a difficult thing for me to realize it's time for me to step away from weddings. But I know it's time and I am happy for that.
that background music is a whole mood
Love your videos Man. Love the mood and leather craft will fit to that mood perfectly. All your videos are just perfect. Keep making all that great stuff.
Every time Pete posts a video … i just go pick up my camera and hit record 😝… Pete you and Casey are the reason i started TH-cam … and im so glad i did .. never been happier 😊 so Thank You for inspiring and teaching us creators💯🔥
Dude! Same started because of Pete and Matti!
Same!
All these clout chasers
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Enjoy the content but slow down fan boy. Just get a friend and start having great conversations and this will just be interesting and less magical. Pete’s great but let’s slow the roll. You can tell why he was the best clerk at the camera store.
My soul is now filled with joy...thanks Pete!
Keep creating! Thank you Pete ❤️
i've been a carpenter for 20 years, i comprehend exactly this. i've been creating things that I love! also got almost 12 years since I started with photography, and like 7 as a pro photog. it's just amazing to create.
This video has INCREDIBLE timing. Just going through a tough time in my photography business. I love photography, but I feel like I have begun to hate the "business" side. I have been thinking its time to step away to keep my love of it.
love your vlogs!
it's so important to do something with your hands. working with them is like getting more creative because you're continously massaging your brain with each move ☺️🙌🏼🙌🏻🙌🏿🙌🏽
Keep the videos coming Pete! Loving all the new content!!!
Thanks Peter. You are truly an inspiration.
The music and the cinematic shots starting at 6:00 are 🔥🔥🔥. Perfect start to the day, pumped 💪
Could watch your stuff all day! Keeping it real
Great example of taking action and starting something new. Many of us struggle with that first step because we’re afraid of failing or not knowing what to do next. It’s taken you 8 years to get where you are. I thank you for sharing that and letting us know that hard work, intuition, and perseverance pays off. Ah, sometimes luck plays a small part.
The timing for this video couldn’t have been more perfect. I used to have a TH-cam channel called Teach Me To Design a few years ago, and then even tried graphic design coaching to try and help others after working as a professional for the last 15 years. It never really got to a point where I was able to make money from it after working my arse off for 4 years, so I decided to hang it up and just focus on my career. I’m glad I tried both things, and I can honestly say when I was doing it I gave it my all. Now I just take on passion projects I’m excited about and I recently got back into making music, which I haven’t done since before deciding to become a graphic designer. I’m happy to say that it serves a new purpose for me now, very similar to what you described with your leather work. Thanks for sharing this Pete - it’s nice to see some real ones who aren’t just making it seem so easy all of the time.
AMEN!!!! Dude keep your head up, keep grinding brother. Have NO idea how much this video ment. Been a funky place! Definitely needed to hear these words man..
Great point and life lesson. I had to learn and accept that some things happen when THEY are supposed to, not when you want it to. But it's funny, because sometimes, stepping away from a passion allows you to build up something else that provides resources to your passion and when the passion returns it not only stands, it runs effortlessly! Such a great video.
Your b-roll storytelling never gets old. I can imagine that it’s a lot of work, but know that people enjoy and appreciate it. 👍👍
Thanks!!
Thank you Pete for amazing content
I didn't know I was a wedding photographer until I folded after 7 years. After 3 years, I realized it was in my blood. Not my main gig but as a weekend gig now, I love it more than ever. I can totally relate and agree with everything you said.
Love the details in this video. You’re mesmerising to watch. ❤️🇬🇧❤️
I always love your colour grading
This video really hit home for me!! I just decided to quit on my yarn dying business. 've give it my all for the last two years and right now it's just not bringing me joy like it use to. I've thought a lot about it and made the choice to put that energy into the art of photography. It's something that I've always loved and never thought I was good enough, but if I don't try, I'll never know... Thanks for the message Peter.
Love this! Creating with your hands are the best. Even better than watching your awesome cinematic, blue collar, woodwork, canadian, ford-picuptrucks, life lesson - snowy YT-video! So good, can't wait for the next.
Cheers mate. Wonderful content. You're one of the reason why i think i can push through with cinematography
WOW Pete! You inspire us all soooo much! Thanks man
Your content is nothing but inspiring, dude. The "thing" really resonated with me, and I'm thankful that I'm getting into what I love more and more each day. Keep it up, and I can't wait to snag some leather goods! 😍
Hell yeahh!! Back to back vids i am pumped!!😍❤️
Thanks for the video Peter
5:24-5:27. That transition was sick af!! I know you use it, but for some reason from going to the tape to the saw just made it so good.
I've missed this version of you for quite sometime, Yaaay your back more of this!✌
THIS! I still work on cars/trucks, lawnmowers, whatever.. gets my mind in another space where I can figure "other things" out. It keeps me sane!
THIS is the PM videos/vlogs i have missed!!!!
Loving them in-camera transitions during the cinematic sequences alongside the music build up also
Had greeeat time drinking a lovely cup of coffee and watch you blogging like de good old days, loving your new leahter craft!!! 🏴☠️❤️
Love the stop light in the back “stuck” on the yellow light but it is such a good reminder to slow down.
Pete! 😊😊😊 watching you after a little long and its just the same thrill!... Awesome..
Crafting will never die, just the crafters themselves.
Learn a craft and people will follow.
Following the pack, trying to lead the trends before others, and trying to be innovative is a key to failure unless you get lucky every single time. If you do that, and are a craft maker or producer, you can still fall back on your craft.. especially if it's available to do in many countries.
The message on this video is amazing! Honestly, really means lots to me 🤘🏽👏🏽
I needed to hear this today. I'm experiencing it somewhat myself these days. Thanks, Peter.
You've always inspired me to create. Thank you, Pete.
The transitions in this were top tier.
For me, oddly enough, my leather business is photography - and my TH-cam business is also growing on TH-cam.
One day once TH-cam is sustainable for me, I plan on getting back into photography for the sake of photography, and not to turn it into a business.
I know the struggle of putting things on the back burner all to well.
Seasons of life, struggles of life {parent passing away}, job changes, energy fluctuations.
So many things feel like they force you to put things aside. But I'm a firm believer in keeping those endeavors around {as you said you regretting getting rid of our tools once}. Acknowledge and don't lose the pieces of who you were.
Looking forward to a garage tour, Pete.
Man, these is so smooth. Congrats
I know we are almost the same age...but you deeply remember me at my dad, and I can't wait to hang with him in the garage again and working on projects.
Thank you so much for the extra kick today! Working with your hands on something is extremely satisfying. Feel the different textures of objects, liquids, screw up, achieving small goals, another cup of coffee and back to the beginning. Dope!
Some of the cinematography in this gave me the chills, amazing work as always Peter!
I feel you Pete, happened the same exact thing to me with knives making. I quit as soon as things started moving. It wasn’t fun anymore, but then I went for writing :)
Good stuff there! Thanks Peter!
Wow…. Just wow. These videos are so well produced it’s just insane. Well done all!
love your videos,man!
Thanks again for new inspiration!!!
Pete! Doing what Pete does best -- Thanks, man!
Love you man!
One of your best thanks Pete !!!! 👍
Your visual storytelling is the best as always. Love the message too!
Never stop creating!
Great reminder Peter!
I'm digging your new theme music. It's such a joy experiencing it feature in your videos 🥰
Amazing video. Always inspiring
I noticed the skiver in one of your other videos and wondered why you had that, and now I found this video! I completely get what you’re saying about keeping that thing your thing
this was very inspiring. thank you
Canadian sunshine in winter, it's white and floats in the air.
Love the handcraft stuff.
"Apply horizontally and season with saw to taste"
Peter I love you man thank you for this 🙏❤️
Just wonderful!
Love this guy!
DUDE! This vid is amazing.
cant wait for your prints to arrive!
It was very inspirational! I love it!
Spot on man! Awesome! 😉🙏
I needed that video, Peter! Now I’m fired up for next week’s shooting. Love it ☕️
This is inspiring, thanks Peter!
You made my day Pete!!!
always inspired after watching ur vid Pete!
Canada, sketchy weather, woodworking, tasty b-rolls - all of my favorite things in one video.
Thank you for the mood i needed 😉
I need that honda rug. Crazy video as always, thanks for being awesome Pete!
This hit me 💯 man. Love it!!!!
Great message packed into a great video
I will definitely slow down and reflect.... Thank you Peter 😊
You are right Peter. Doing things yourself is important. This is what my channel is all about. I loved your video with you father btw. Thanks🎷