Best tip on here: Looking professional and looking the part. I have filmed neighborhoods for pre-construction documentation and wearing a hi-vis vest, long pants, and work boots prevented a lot of nosey neighbors and ridiculous questions like, "what are you doing?" Much different than being on the beach, looking like everyone else and 20 people want to ask you questions about drones, what you're filming, and can they see what it looks like. I LOVE the idea of the "stand back" and "do not disturb" message on the shirts - I am often highly annoyed when I have 23 minutes of battery and a sun setting and someone wants to pick my brain while this bird's in the air. I've found an "official / I am working" look deters people tremendously. So glad this was included in the tips!!
thats what I did from the getgo, Got my license, studied like crazy, have already 20 years as a Photographer, started off with the Phantom 4 Pro + and all the right clothing, Perception is the Key, already had experience in manned A/C so its been slightly easier to learn all the technical stuff.
This is awesome. Honest, but encouraging! Love the advice of “hey you dont need every piece of equipment at the most expensive price..2nd hand is fine!”
Thank you Aaron for great advice. I'm just starting off also, although at a later age. I've flown before as a private pilot, and in the military as an observer, sometimes in the co-pilot seat, but never as the lead. I am finally able to return, and drones are it for me. I'm subscribed and will definitely follow your postings.
Fantastic info Aaron, I especially like the fact that you mention it's more important to focus on your customer than your gadgets. This is true for any business, without customers you have no need for the gadgets.
As someone whom runs a successful aerial business here in the US I agree with most of these tips. Great stuff. The only exception was part of the last one, just because your offering free services to build you portfolio don’t expect any emails or phone call returns back, especially of your trying to reach any major brands or businesses. Keep grinding and you may get some lucky breaks to get you going. Stay hungry and focus on quality not price which many folks seem to be doing these days
I agree. I called 50 realtors last weekend and got one willing to get aerial pictures. It can be demoralizing but it's a mental game. Off to reach out to 100 more before bed.
Collaborate !!!!🤔 .... tried that, just got a group of blokes with huge ego’s telling each other how expensive their setup is. Then after they all dropped their prices trying to under cut one another. Bit of a cut throat fight when you are in a small rural city.... doesn’t matter how good your portfolio looks as long as you do it for practically nothing then businesses will hire you. Thanks for the great tips, always good to hear honesty, instead of telling people what they want to hear. 👌👌
Great tips especially when you mention to BE A MASTER OF ONE!!! I love to fly my MA2 and Mini I want to do everything like you mentioned. But I think since you mentioned network, I have a couple of friends who have their real estate license and business I will go that route. Thank you very much for opening my eyes!!! Good luck in your business!!
You got my thumbs up 1 minute in. Many thanks bud for sharing. I'm in Melbourne too, just got off the phone, I booked my RePL for early Jan. Thanking you in advance cos from the start of the video it's obvious that you've been a pioneer and have already done a fair bit of what we are dreaming of doing atm. So good on you!!! both for doing the gigs and sharing your valuable experiences ;) P.S. Tips are great too
Hey, i'm starting the drone busines in Cape Verde and i loved the video because it made me be sure of the first propositions and type of aproches. The market in here is on growing and the thing i've had the most problems with is the drone importation mostly because of the pandemic statsin the world. So i'm looking forward to this and i'm glad to have good intel in how to build it, the thing i miss now is a partnership with foreing companies and equipment seller's. Thank you for the video instruction.
Lots of really useful advice here Aaron. I've invested in a couple of drones and some camera gear, intending to make a start in drone photography as a side hustle - hopefully turning full time in the future. I spend every minute I can spare, flying, taking pictures and studying the various skills required. I'm really glad I found this vid. Thanks again for the info.
Great video and awesome tips! Really needed this to get a boost going to get my part 107 very soon! I had very similar ideas on how to get the ball rolling. Thanks!
Saw your comment and I just got my Part 107 cert 3 days ago. I know accountability helps get you going sooo.... Did you get your certification yet?...😊 Its not easy but just study and you can do it!
Great video. I am adding drone photography and videos to my existing services and starting small before leveling up. Great tips. Thank you for sharing.
Excellent tips! For starting up in the industry. the best I’ve heard so far on most of the start up videos out there. and is along the lines of my own process so far. especially about building your portfolio by working initially for free and also “looking the part” with your own branding so important if you want the respect you deserve. well done look forward to more content take care.
Impressive. Thanx for the great tips, sir. I just started my lil “sky eye” drone business for watersport activities here in #Langkawi. I found myself almost following your tips. It’s great to “tap-to-confirm” from your side 😇
Fantastic! Thats where we all start. All the best mate. Our new course has just launched which is designed to fast track your learning! Go check it out dronemasterclassacademy.com
I have done photography as a hobby in the past, done a few photo booths and anniversary parties. Now, I'm getting into drones for a hobby, and I might add drone photography to my skills. I have a couple realtor friends that I can probably do some real estate photos for on my weekends. Maybe not a business, but a nice side hustle for now.
Thank you for this! Excellent advice. I appreciate the concise delivery. Brand new my self and looking forward to a future full of learning and growing.
He tells it like it is. I’m following his advice. I have Air2S so I have to be a great videographer . I working toward a great mapping drone . Okc Oklahoma USA
I really enjoyed the video! I’m thinking about starting my own business and needed a couple guidelines, luckily this video cleared those up for me and wanted to say thank you! Best of luck to you😁
Mate, your spot on! I like to ruck about... play Rugby for you'll. Flown airplanes, photography and getting into drones. I like your advice about networking... it will help you not hurt your business. Don't specialize in the small things. Great advice and is hard to do with so many moving parts (drones/cameras etc.). Great job explaining how your doing it big 'Down Under'. Great Job Mate!!!
I just finished my bachelors in AS and minor in UAS and opened an LLC but have been feeling sorta discouraged because the start of a business seems to be the most difficult season. This video is mad helpful! Thank you for the awesome tips...One suggestion, lower the db's on the background music by a bit.
Currently work for a steel company outside of Pittsburgh but realized that flying drones around this area is not or it does not seem to be really popular
Hi, I'm new to the Drone industry and I'm really excited to be apart of it. I have a question about the sub 2kg for business (CASA). I fall under this category as I would like to use my drone for construction. I know I have to adhere to the standard drone rules we have in place but how supposed to capture construction data in a residential area where there are homes and cars less than 30m away? The same goes for real estate agents. I'm wondering if I'm allowed to fly in these conditions. I'm targeting drone work for new residential homes, house extensions and remedial work for the company I'm currently working for. PS. You guys have been a great help. Videos are very informative and Australian :) Cheers
Hello and thanks for the GREAT advice, I'm thinking of retiring soon and would love to start a small drone business. I understand that will be very difficult getting started but this is my passion. I'll be checking out all of your videos. Thanks from the US .... SUBSCRIBED 👍
Great listening to what you had to say, some very valuable advice which I will take note of. At over 65 years old, I am looking at a diversion in retirement and have developed a keen interest in drone technology, thanks for the advice!
With all the Drone videos I've watched...? Without question, from the music, to the presentation.... Excellent style... Thank you, I definitely subscribed. I am just starting out, and feel a little overwhelmed on the exact road to take first. I lost my job because of pandemic. I own a mavic mini, and pro. Both are exceptional Drones, and they would probably work, if the client is getting video for free, maybe with the pro? I've been looking at the Phantom 4 Pro. You're advice...?
Sorry to hear about your loss of work Bryan. The Phantom 4 Pro is great for video. Check out our other video on 'what drone is best for real estate' - I break the difference down in detail
I am retired military photojournalist, just looking for freelance part time work. Jobs come mostly through DroneBase and Droners.io. I got a couple jobs through Yelp, but got burned by predatory marketing offering promotional no-cost advertising and then later charged several hundred dollars. Also charged by Thumbtack for referrals but no jobs. Advertised in a boating newspaper and got two jobs making less than the cost of advertising. I don't exactly see the industry as booming.
Useful video, though the idea of collaborating with other drone pilots only works in countries with larger populations. Competition for work is much higher in small countries or island nations.
I'm interested in Starting Drone business in Kenya and I was looking at getting DJI Inspire 2. I know this is stretched budget for a start-up but considering people have the Phantoms and Mavics the output quality might be good for me. Also, drone licensing in Kenya is very expensive and you might spend $2,000 on a drone and pay the government $1,500 for licensing which is very weird. So I would rather spend that much on registering a high-end drone. Thanks for the comments. Really insightful.
Mambo! Inspire 2 is an amazing drone for both photo & video. But as you said really expensive but worth it!. Ill have to give you a shout when we are in Kenya next time ;)
Best tip on here: Looking professional and looking the part. I have filmed neighborhoods for pre-construction documentation and wearing a hi-vis vest, long pants, and work boots prevented a lot of nosey neighbors and ridiculous questions like, "what are you doing?" Much different than being on the beach, looking like everyone else and 20 people want to ask you questions about drones, what you're filming, and can they see what it looks like. I LOVE the idea of the "stand back" and "do not disturb" message on the shirts - I am often highly annoyed when I have 23 minutes of battery and a sun setting and someone wants to pick my brain while this bird's in the air. I've found an "official / I am working" look deters people tremendously. So glad this was included in the tips!!
thats what I did from the getgo, Got my license, studied like crazy, have already 20 years as a Photographer, started off with the Phantom 4 Pro + and all the right clothing, Perception is the Key, already had experience in manned A/C so its been slightly easier to learn all the technical stuff.
I thought you flew an air conditioner and it took me a few seconds
Hey Hugh, where are you (approximately) located?
how much do you make a year thanks
This is awesome. Honest, but encouraging! Love the advice of “hey you dont need every piece of equipment at the most expensive price..2nd hand is fine!”
Awesome content with lots of valuable tips. Thanks for sharing.
Thank you Aaron for great advice. I'm just starting off also, although at a later age. I've flown before as a private pilot, and in the military as an observer, sometimes in the co-pilot seat, but never as the lead. I am finally able to return, and drones are it for me. I'm subscribed and will definitely follow your postings.
Great advice, Aaron! Just getting started in the US and your comments really helped open my mind to new possibilities!
Fantastic info Aaron, I especially like the fact that you mention it's more important to focus on your customer than your gadgets. This is true for any business, without customers you have no need for the gadgets.
I felt like you looked the part in the video, very professional.
As someone whom runs a successful aerial business here in the US I agree with most of these tips. Great stuff. The only exception was part of the last one, just because your offering free services to build you portfolio don’t expect any emails or phone call returns back, especially of your trying to reach any major brands or businesses. Keep grinding and you may get some lucky breaks to get you going. Stay hungry and focus on quality not price which many folks seem to be doing these days
I agree. I called 50 realtors last weekend and got one willing to get aerial pictures. It can be demoralizing but it's a mental game. Off to reach out to 100 more before bed.
Wow! I've learned SOOO MUCH in these few minutes. Great stuff. Subbed...
Thanks Aaron for the tips, I will follow yours and others advice on getting started.
Collaborate !!!!🤔 .... tried that, just got a group of blokes with huge ego’s telling each other how expensive their setup is. Then after they all dropped their prices trying to under cut one another. Bit of a cut throat fight when you are in a small rural city.... doesn’t matter how good your portfolio looks as long as you do it for practically nothing then businesses will hire you.
Thanks for the great tips, always good to hear honesty, instead of telling people what they want to hear. 👌👌
Aaron, thank you for your contributions to building this industry and in the right way.
Sir, one of the most intelligent, insightful videos I have seen on UA-cam. Thanks so much for your great channel.
I watch this because I'm about to start spraying drone business next month.. Thank you for the tips..
I am so impressed! I subscribed and plan to purchase your Real Estate master class...
Great tips especially when you mention to BE A MASTER OF ONE!!! I love to fly my MA2 and Mini I want to do everything like you mentioned. But I think since you mentioned network, I have a couple of friends who have their real estate license and business I will go that route. Thank you very much for opening my eyes!!! Good luck in your business!!
You got my thumbs up 1 minute in. Many thanks bud for sharing. I'm in Melbourne too, just got off the phone, I booked my RePL for early Jan. Thanking you in advance cos from the start of the video it's obvious that you've been a pioneer and have already done a fair bit of what we are dreaming of doing atm. So good on you!!! both for doing the gigs and sharing your valuable experiences ;)
P.S. Tips are great too
Hey, i'm starting the drone busines in Cape Verde and i loved the video because it made me be sure of the first propositions and type of aproches. The market in here is on growing and the thing i've had the most problems with is the drone importation mostly because of the pandemic statsin the world. So i'm looking forward to this and i'm glad to have good intel in how to build it, the thing i miss now is a partnership with foreing companies and equipment seller's. Thank you for the video instruction.
Helped alot. Thanks!
Thank you for your tips and frankness bro!
amazing tips and content dude! a lot of knowledge! and, you said “tchau” at the end? portuguese?? lol
Some great points and advice. The business aspect of this video is so critical.....Thanks so much
Lots of really useful advice here Aaron. I've invested in a couple of drones and some camera gear, intending to make a start in drone photography as a side hustle - hopefully turning full time in the future. I spend every minute I can spare, flying, taking pictures and studying the various skills required. I'm really glad I found this vid. Thanks again for the info.
Thanks for the great tips and willingness to share your knowledge and experience!
Great video and awesome tips! Really needed this to get a boost going to get my part 107 very soon! I had very similar ideas on how to get the ball rolling. Thanks!
Saw your comment and I just got my Part 107 cert 3 days ago. I know accountability helps get you going sooo.... Did you get your certification yet?...😊
Its not easy but just study and you can do it!
Great video. I am adding drone photography and videos to my existing services and starting small before leveling up. Great tips. Thank you for sharing.
Excellent tips! For starting up in the industry. the best I’ve heard so far on most of the start up videos out there. and is along the lines of my own process so far. especially about building your portfolio by working initially for free and also “looking the part” with your own branding so important if you want the respect you deserve. well done look forward to more content take care.
This is awesome! Fits all industries
Awesome video. I run a small drone business as a side hustle and you hit all the points.
Impressive. Thanx for the great tips, sir.
I just started my lil “sky eye” drone business for watersport activities here in #Langkawi. I found myself almost following your tips. It’s great to “tap-to-confirm” from your side 😇
When your courses launch I’ll buy it. Love your content man. Thank you
Very soon! Working hard to get the first one up in a few weeks 🤞🏽
Awesome, exactly what I'm going through now...
Great tips! I'm just getting off the ground here in the US. Just like you, starting as a side hustle. Thanks for the tips!
Fantastic! Thats where we all start. All the best mate. Our new course has just launched which is designed to fast track your learning! Go check it out dronemasterclassacademy.com
First time viewer. Sub'd
I have done photography as a hobby in the past, done a few photo booths and anniversary parties. Now, I'm getting into drones for a hobby, and I might add drone photography to my skills. I have a couple realtor friends that I can probably do some real estate photos for on my weekends. Maybe not a business, but a nice side hustle for now.
Nice work! Side hustles sometimes become full time careers :)
Thank you for this! Excellent advice. I appreciate the concise delivery. Brand new my self and looking forward to a future full of learning and growing.
He tells it like it is. I’m following his advice. I have Air2S so I have to be a great videographer . I working toward a great mapping drone . Okc Oklahoma USA
I like you. You are very interesting and smart about many things. Thanks SO much for sharing. Great work!!
I really enjoyed the video! I’m thinking about starting my own business and needed a couple guidelines, luckily this video cleared those up for me and wanted to say thank you! Best of luck to you😁
You are amazing and I'm so proud of you in this stage of your life. Thank you so much for great tips and all the best your future plans
Awesome Tips - thank you very much, I highly appreciate them! Keep up the great content!
Very informative, thanks for sharing. Subscribed and following. I like your style 👍
Mate, your spot on! I like to ruck about... play Rugby for you'll. Flown airplanes, photography and getting into drones. I like your advice about networking... it will help you not hurt your business. Don't specialize in the small things. Great advice and is hard to do with so many moving parts (drones/cameras etc.). Great job explaining how your doing it big 'Down Under'. Great Job Mate!!!
Great tips, really amazing! Thank you very much for sharing.
Great tips,even for some other business.
Good day Aaron! Like always, great content & videos, I'm always learning...Ronney 👍
Thanks Ronney!
This looks like a great business to get into and the video is a wonderful guidance- thank you 😊 I have also pre-signed for the academy 👍🏼 All the best
epic advice im in QLD this was super helpful thanks.
very inspiring! thanks for the tips
Cool 😎, I have a mavic 2 pro and love it! Its already pretty much paid for itself.
Thanks man. I want to start a drone business myself. That motivated me
Great advice! You've gained a new sub.
Great info Aaron, I have a long way to go and every little bit of info helps. Thank You!
Gotta start somewhere!
@@UAVISUALS Very True, I got my Part 107 certification last Friday. Now I need to figure out what I'm gonna do with it.
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I just finished my bachelors in AS and minor in UAS and opened an LLC but have been feeling sorta discouraged because the start of a business seems to be the most difficult season. This video is mad helpful! Thank you for the awesome tips...One suggestion, lower the db's on the background music by a bit.
I am encouraged bro! thank you.
Sweet channel, with great advices, congrats
Thanks Bro for the tips...
Currently work for a steel company outside of Pittsburgh but realized that flying drones around this area is not or it does not seem to be really popular
Hi, I'm new to the Drone industry and I'm really excited to be apart of it. I have a question about the sub 2kg for business (CASA). I fall under this category as I would like to use my drone for construction. I know I have to adhere to the standard drone rules we have in place but how supposed to capture construction data in a residential area where there are homes and cars less than 30m away? The same goes for real estate agents. I'm wondering if I'm allowed to fly in these conditions. I'm targeting drone work for new residential homes, house extensions and remedial work for the company I'm currently working for.
PS. You guys have been a great help. Videos are very informative and Australian :) Cheers
Worth the watch
Excellent video, great advice, thanks
great stuff, thanks.
Got me dreaming bro!
Dont dream get out there and do it! Start small learn and build!!
Great tips. Thank you
Thanks for the tips Aaron!
Hello and thanks for the GREAT advice, I'm thinking of retiring soon and would love to start a small drone business. I understand that will be very difficult getting started but this is my passion. I'll be checking out all of your videos. Thanks from the US .... SUBSCRIBED 👍
Overall Great Video! Music was a little to loud to hear over your voice. But the info was astounding ❤️
Great advice...thank you..👊🏾
Thanks and greetings from Germany!
Great listening to what you had to say, some very valuable advice which I will take note of. At over 65 years old, I am looking at a diversion in retirement and have developed a keen interest in drone technology, thanks for the advice!
Anytime Doug!
Nice video bro. Thanks
Perfect info!! Keep up the good work!
Cheers!
Great Video, take notes people!
With all the Drone videos I've watched...? Without question, from the music, to the presentation.... Excellent style... Thank you, I definitely subscribed. I am just starting out, and feel a little overwhelmed on the exact road to take first. I lost my job because of pandemic. I own a mavic mini, and pro. Both are exceptional Drones, and they would probably work, if the client is getting video for free, maybe with the pro? I've been looking at the Phantom 4 Pro. You're advice...?
Sorry to hear about your loss of work Bryan. The Phantom 4 Pro is great for video. Check out our other video on 'what drone is best for real estate' - I break the difference down in detail
Brilliant. Thanks
Cool video. Well done.
Thank’s very helpful
Keep up the good work brother !!
Cheers mate
Hey boss I am in Michigan, if you need more Pilots, let me know :)
Great video, awesome and valuable tips. Music was little loud in couple parts. ( older ears I guess)
Great stuff awesome videos
Nice very interesting, thanks for sharing I subscribe to you thanks again 😎
Bloody awesome mate
I am retired military photojournalist, just looking for freelance part time work. Jobs come mostly through DroneBase and Droners.io. I got a couple jobs through Yelp, but got burned by predatory marketing offering promotional no-cost advertising and then later charged several hundred dollars. Also charged by Thumbtack for referrals but no jobs. Advertised in a boating newspaper and got two jobs making less than the cost of advertising. I don't exactly see the industry as booming.
Useful video, though the idea of collaborating with other drone pilots only works in countries with larger populations. Competition for work is much higher in small countries or island nations.
I have a Mavic Air.. should I get a better drone?
Great tips! Tks man! Ciaoooo!
At what point does mapping cross over into surveying and issues with that type of cert/license?
thank you
Great video
Do you do training in multi- spec and do Licencing
Great vid, congrats. Where can i find your real state master class?
Thanks Leonardo 👍🏽 dronemasterclassacademy.com/p/real-estate-masterclass
Nice tips!
To startup drone business how much will it cost?
I love your content, i want to start in the Netherlands i am 16 years old. I Will do my best
💯 love this video 💯
I'm interested in Starting Drone business in Kenya and I was looking at getting DJI Inspire 2. I know this is stretched budget for a start-up but considering people have the Phantoms and Mavics the output quality might be good for me. Also, drone licensing in Kenya is very expensive and you might spend $2,000 on a drone and pay the government $1,500 for licensing which is very weird. So I would rather spend that much on registering a high-end drone. Thanks for the comments. Really insightful.
Mambo! Inspire 2 is an amazing drone for both photo & video. But as you said really expensive but worth it!. Ill have to give you a shout when we are in Kenya next time ;)
UAVisuals Poa sana! Yes please, when you come to Kenya hit me up. Will be nice to meet and discuss drones with you!
@@sebastiannyawalo8548 Hey, Interesting thought. I live in Nairobi & looking to collaborate. It would be great if we could touch base.
@@UAVISUALS Hey, pretty excited & looking forward when the times comes. See you in Nairobi.
i am a student is there any free course about the drone ??
I would like to do it as a hobby and hopefully pick up little bits, could anybody point me in the right direction to start learning ?