When we are learning something new, we can be a little intimidated or not have the best outlook. Here are four things I learned not to do when I was learning how to use my new DJI Mic Mini (microphone).
These four points can apply to anything.
Point 1: Do not keep doing what you are familiar with and delay acting on change. Or in my case, I kept using the audio that I had because it was easier and comfortable. There may be a few bumps on the road but if the change or new thing will make it easier, we have to be willing to go over the bumps.
Point 2: I had the microphone on and decided to change my blouse and start over in the middle of filming my video. I forgot to take the microphone off of the first blouse and put it on the new blouse. I filmed the entire video without it and only realized after everything was done. Change can make things better. Just try to remember to make adjustments to the necessary things to support it. This can save you time and money. You should have seen my face when I was putting away the first blouse and saw my microphone on it.
Point 3: Do not decide to ‘wing it’ when that is not necessary. If you can set yourself up to make learning something new easier, do it. Why make it harder? I had watched a video on how to use my microphone. I did not purchase it right away. When I purchased it, some time had passed. Instead of rewatching the Think Media video on how to use it, I decided to just go from memory. Why?! The microphone is not hard to use but I made a few avoidable mistakes. Save yourself the drama and prepare.
Point 4: Try not to view learning something new as something to be endured. May be it is a new season in your life, new relationships, employment, systems or equipment to learn. There is usually an opportunity in the change. How will learning something new benefit you and or others? What is good about it? Remember in the wise words of Mary Poppins, ” A spoon full of sugar makes the medicine go down!