The Mindset Shift You Need in 2025

[@ChaseViken]

Thank you for this, brother. Just exactly what I needed to hear. Can't wait to see what's ahead for ya in 2025. Cheers!

[@carlostigs]

Thank you brother!

[@gabriel_delcid]

I love seeing the success you've made this year, man. You don't try to pose as an extroverted character to gain engagement and I appreciate that about you. I started my color grading business this year and have been going through some lows so it was an on-time message to hear your words of encouragement. May 2025 open doors we've prepared for in 2024!

[@carlostigs]

Thanks for sharing!

[@calum1978]

This is honestly exactly what I needed to hear. The habit of crushing 365 days into 1 thought of either GOOD or BAD is so close minded. This year, I am going to truly live 1 day at a time and focus on being the best version of me that I can offer. Last year brought me the start of a family with the birth of my daughter and I want nothing more than for her to grow up and see the effort I put in each day. Whether that be at work, or spending quality time at home - Life is for living. So, thanks for this video. It's given me a nice reset I felt I needed after a hectic 2024 where I put a lot of pressure on myself. I truly wish you the best this year and I can't wait to see what you create!

[@Josh_Johnston]

I really appreciate your insights on stuff like this. As a filmmaker myself, yeah there are doors I want to be open now, but instead of being frustrated they aren't open its to be patient knowing that I am making the steps forward. So when that door does open I'm ready to run through and start the next journey it will have me on. Hoping you have a great new years man - thanks for making a small corner of the internet a welcome and restful place.

[@carlostigs]

Appreciate your thoughts, thank you

[@TwistedCulture]

Thanks for this man, been in a weird spot with my career lately. Been in LA for 9 months and I've been doing really well, learning a lot and getting experience on bigger sets but the work isn't consistent enough to support myself yet. I've been trying to figure out what I've been missing and think I'm still headed in the right direction, but the biggest thing I've realized is that you don't have to be in LA to be successful in this industry. This was hard to accept at first because moving from a small town, LA was the end all be all however, things have changed drastically in the past few years which has allowed many filmmakers and creatives to have successful careers anywhere in the world. I might have to move away in 2025 which at first felt like I failed, but I really see it as an opportunity to expand my reach to another city and unlock some new doors I haven't even seen yet.

[@carlostigs]

Great perspective and thoughts. THank you for sharing! I agree, you can find success anywhere now

[@st.jacques-pierremaximin6109]

what other cities would yall recommend? i’m torn between la and atlanta right now

[@nourisardardp]

Great reflections bro, all good things happen at the best time. Thank you for sharing.

[@David-Ettel]

I’m at my starting point right now and I’m really looking up to you. Thanks for a successful year of guidance and insights.

[@carlostigs]

You got this!

[@josephthon7154]

Thanks @gian, I've been a student of both your craft and teachings for the last 2 years, I barely comment on videos but his one is special, I say this with a deep level of respect and gratitude for your content. As a filmmaker coming up in the game, the relatability of your content to how the game is offers a great platform to keep one going. Thanks for your healing approach, very much needed it. Thank you, simply for all you do👊🏽

[@carlostigs]

Appreciate you! Glad you’re finding it beneficial

[@piusgyagenda]

What a video and mindset to carry on! Thank you Gian Happy New Year to all ambitious creatives keep creating what you love.

[@louuffy]

Seeing you practicing the things you preach at the level that you’re operating on is truly inspiring! Thank you for the uplifting words! The conversations on the creative gap podcast are truly amazing, definitely been able to look at filmmaking with a new perspective!

[@carlostigs]

Thanks for the kind words. Really appreciate it.

[@krisjenk]

Thanks for this mate, def hit the nail on the head! also good to listen to another man of god in this industry brother. Preach.

[@carlostigs]

Thanks brother!

[@Bennett.Edward]

This resonated with me so much - it's my second year as a full time DP and photographer. I'm so blessed to do what I do every day with people that I love... but still find myself comparing to people who have been doing this for a literal decade longer than me; that's not fair to my clients, friends, family or myself. Thanks for the perspective, brother! Cheers to 2025!

[@carlostigs]

Couldn't agree more, thanks for sharing!

[@zongmuas]

I heard a quote a while back that has helped me through tough times. It goes "A bad day does not equal a bad life". Yes, there were a lot of crappy days, weeks, months, whatever throughout this year, but to me, that doesn't mean it's a bad year, they were just bad times which is normal. Really looking forward to the new year. Excited to see where we all go next!

[@carlostigs]

Agreed! Thanks for sharing

[@lifewalklens8447]

Lovely and encouraging 🎉

[@IVUSER]

You continue to be one of the most authentic YTers on the platform and I love it! Great video and great mentality

[@carlostigs]

Thank you, means a lot

[@Lehanvander]

Thank you for this, truly. There’s absolutely a difference between accomplishing set goals and growing and improving in ways you sometimes don’t even see. Thank you for calling us (me) out all the time on the negative traits that brings us down and inspiring us with some positives 😊

[@carlostigs]

Glad you took something away from it

[@gabrieldaverio]

Thanks a lot for your words Carlo. I wish you that this New Year can be positive and full of joy for you both in your work and in your private life. Thank you for everything, a greeting from Italy!

[@carlostigs]

You too man!

[@Michal_Kedzierski]

Thanks for all the content this year, Carlo! Always learning something new from you - looking forward to what you make in 2025!

[@carlostigs]

Appreciate the support!

[@Tusa_Mamba]

I initially put this on my “watch later “ cos I knew you were gonna tell the truth i needed to hear just felt I wasn’t ready . Boy was I wrong . Thank you for this brother and happy new year to you ❤️

[@carlostigs]

Glad you had the chance to watch it :)

[@jacobwhite7527]

Awesome video! Looking forward to what 2025 throws at us all.

[@carlostigs]

You got it!

[@tonyframez]

Happy New year man

[@RichardGreenCreative]

Setup looks great!! Brilliant to follow your channel again this past 12 months. Looking forward to seeing more in 2025

[@carlostigs]

Awesome, thank you!

[@gabrielemarfia]

always gonna look up to you, your videos are so inspiring and they make me wanna do more every time, learning new skills and ways to create art, can't wait to see what 2025 holds!

[@carlostigs]

You can do it!

[@filmlocker6284]

Powerful words that I needed to hear, thank you…

[@carlostigs]

HNY!

[@shotbyzyga]

Great thoughts, thank you!

[@carlostigs]

Thanks for checking in

[@sujanhariharanr22]

Top Advice Brother. You're an inspiration for many aspiring cinematographers and filmmakers like myself. Thanks for making thid vid!

[@carlostigs]

I appreciate that!

[@andrewsweeney7399]

I needed to see this video. Thank you man.

[@carlostigs]

Happy New YEar!

[@WhySteve]

Damn, I watched this in 2025🥲 Kidding, of course, Happy New Year Gian and I hope 2025 contains less anxiety and more good vibes man! Also, like you kinda mentioned, taking an entire year of experiences and isolating them into one thing like "This Year", does kinda diminish 365 individual experiences and multiple achievements into just a singular experience. We should reverse that.

[@carlostigs]

Thanks for sharing man!

[@BenjiSelby]

Definitely needed to hear this bro! Much appreciated 🫡

[@carlostigs]

Crush it vro

[@TheCreator27]

Thanks for sharing and happy new yar !

[@carlostigs]

Happy new year!

[@James-Tanner]

Great message, I personally have to lean into the critique. My ritual is to take note of all the negatives and then reframe them as positives. I think your net worth is defined by your network, however if you’re incapable then you’ll diminish yourself to swim in smaller ponds. If we shy away from our faults we will continually shrink, if all we focus on is the victims mindset then we need to be as kind to ourselves as we are to others

[@nerminramadani786]

Well bro, i have been following your videos for a long time and i very rarely comment on someones video but this topic hits at the center cause i am facing that challenges right now. And for all guys in the filmmaking community i wish you prosperity and good health in this 2025 year. I think we need to support each other cause filmmaking is not about going solo its about collaborating and creating together. Cheers

[@carlostigs]

Thanks for sharing, and couldn't agree more about the collaboration aspect of this industry!

[@RollTheFootage]

Thank you Gian Carlo For always creating and inspiring

[@carlostigs]

Thanks!

[@thiagohigashi]

Sweet man! Love your work!

[@carlostigs]

Thank you

[@hamzachrigui]

Thanks for sharing and inspiring Carlo!

[@carlostigs]

:)

[@PattyMcGoo]

Wise words. Love you dude!

[@carlostigs]

Love you brother

[@jimhestermanphotography]

Great video, man... love this channel!

[@carlostigs]

Thank you

[@treyvollmerDP]

Good word!

[@carlostigs]

Thanks!

[@JamieFlounders]

carlo you’ve helped me change my mindset so much recently, i’ve been watching every single video of yours in the past 2-3 years and you’ve helped me with pursuing my dream in film while staying positive, mentally strong and everything. Do you have any overall tips as a young filmmaker at 17 y/o? Thank you for being amazing :)

[@carlostigs]

Hey Jamie! Thanks for the kind words. My only advice to is to continue your journey and not give up. You’re super young. So take in as much information, knowledge and experience as possible. Study what you want to pursue in this industry learn about other filmmakers in the space, practice however you can, start creating and sharing work esrly

[@JamieFlounders]

Thank you very much for the advice, i’ve struggled to find someone who’s videos and advice truly helps me and ever since i’ve found your channel and danny’s too i’ve been so motivated to get into the industry. I’ll remind myself of your advice and do my best at everything!

[@raizanong]

gonna be gaffing for my final student project next week, have no idea what im doing but fk it we ball

[@carlostigs]

Good luck!

[@andrewweir542]

bro thank you

[@carlostigs]

Thank you :)

[@owenawagner]

I was reading Proverbs in the Bible and I came across this verse: "Also it is not good for a person to be without knowledge, And he who hurries his footsteps errs." Proverbs 19:2 I realized recently that I wasn't where I wanted to be yet. I think the second part of this verse really helped me with that. I believe I'm on the path God wants me to be on, but it will happen in His timing, not mine.

[@carlostigs]

Thank you for sharing that verse!

[@owenawagner]

@@carlostigs of course man

[@kevinshanmugam6585]

lovely

[@carlostigs]

Thanks!

[@sauce.unlocked]

Creating my first short film will undoubtedly unlock at least one door right?😅

[@JesusPursuit]

I mindset I need is more of Jesus, then the video crap...cool colors btw, love this look!

[@carlostigs]

Couldnt agree more, and thanks!

[@DrexCarter]

🫡🫡🫡

[@carlostigs]

My guy

[@africanwildlifeonline]

Amen 🙏

[@carlostigs]

🙏

[@redrosevisuals]

Definitely needed to hear this. I’ve spent the last few years becoming financially sound. I had to step away from the art I really wanted to make. And I didn’t think sharing my story of sobriety wasn’t worth sharing. Both of those things are going to come to light in this new year God willing. Bless you brother

[@carlostigs]

Thank you for sharing your expereinces!

[@daeilkim7183]

❤️

[@carlostigs]

:)