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Wildlife photographer Pranay Patel’s advice to his 5-year old self is nothing but inspiring. Read to know!

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When we talk about the extremely successful people, there’s one thing which is common among all. It is their willingness and ability to kick-off their career at an early age. At an age of playing with friends, there was one exception who discovered his passion for photography. Pranay Patel is the name who started his professional career as a wildlife photographer at the age of 13. In the year 2011, he made up his mind to become a wildlife photographer. An animal lover since childhood, the talented guy started clicking pictures of animals in his locality including that of dogs, cows and birds. Their movement and body functioning always left this guy in awe of nature’s most beautiful creatures after which he started capturing them through his lenses.

The Ahmedabad-based guy who has spent almost a decade in this field has now become a past master through self-learning in wildlife photography. However, the calling to become a wildlife photographer came when he visited Ranthambore National Park along with his family. Since then, the wildlife enthusiast started clicking pictures of wildlife and built a portfolio of nature and wildlife covering the exotic wildlife of India and other countries of the world including New Zealand, USA, Australia, Kenya, Africa among others. With having done more than 100 safari and sanctuary visits in the last five years, Pranay seems to cover the wildlife from all over the world.

His frequent visits have been to Gir, Tadoba, Ranthambhore, Kabini, Little Rann of Kutch, Blackbuck National Park Velavadar and Thol. However, due to the unfortunate coronavirus pandemic, there have been travel restrictions and Pranay is spending quality time with family at home. Getting his hands-on camera at a very tender age, Patel has learnt all the technicalities and is well-versed with wildlife photography now. He always says that he followed his passion and listened to his heart. With the main goal of representing India on a global level, the photographer through his beautiful clicks has shown the beauty of India’s nature and wildlife.

When asked a piece of advice he would give to his 5-year old self, Pranay came up with a very interesting reply. He said, “I would tell him to cherish the beginnings in photography. Always be a child and be more curious to know about the vast field of photography. Embrace that sense of amazement you have with the world. Click anything that interests you. This is the best time because you don’t worry about the world. Gladly, you still haven’t discovered ‘social media’ yet, which also means that you will be shooting for yourself with all focus on your passion. Make the best of time and have fun while doing that.” Through self-training, Pranay Patel has surely come a long way in his journey. With being an official photographer for Gujarat Tourism, this talented guy has got a lot to achieve in his life. Our best wishes are with Pranay and may he bring India’s wildlife on a global map in the years to come.

Rosario is from New York and has worked with leading companies like Microsoft as a copy-writer in the past. Now he spends his time writing for readers of BigtimeDaily.com

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Derik Fay’s Rise to Influence: Building Empires with Integrity and Intention

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In a business world increasingly defined by flash over fundamentals, Derik Fay represents a rare breed of leadership — one where results are earned, loyalty is cultivated, and legacy is intentional.

From his early beginnings in Rhode Island to his national influence as the founder of 3F Management, Fay has constructed a dynamic career built on resilience, strategy, and substance. Over the past two decades, he’s launched and scaled more than 30 companies across industries including real estate, technology, healthcare, fitness, entertainment, and finance. But the sheer volume of his success isn’t what defines him — it’s how he does it.

Fay’s signature approach to business is rooted in one word: infrastructure. Where others focus on hype or quick exits, he zeroes in on sustainability. His company, 3F Management, doesn’t just invest — it embeds. Fay helps build the internal systems, leadership pipelines, and scalable strategies that allow businesses to thrive long after the headlines fade.

But what sets him apart even further is his deeply human philosophy toward success. He is known for mentoring emerging entrepreneurs, investing in founders who might otherwise be overlooked, and operating under a core belief: “Give where you earn.” That mindset has led him to support a wide array of charitable ventures, quietly funding causes that align with his values of opportunity, education, and long-term community impact.

Fay’s reputation isn’t limited to boardrooms. In recent years, his influence has extended across digital platforms where his authentic voice — filled with tough-love insights and actionable advice — resonates with a new generation of creators and founders. Unlike those selling success as a product, Fay shares it as a process. His social media presence has become a valuable resource for entrepreneurs seeking grounded, real-world guidance in a landscape flooded with noise.

Despite his achievements, Fay remains remarkably grounded. Colleagues describe him as accessible, consistent, and precise — someone who never wastes words and always follows through. He’s the person in the room whose silence means more than most people’s speeches.

His influence continues to expand through both equity and example. As businesses face more pressure to do more than just scale — to lead with purpose, to leave real impact — Derik Fay offers a modern blueprint of how to do both: build boldly and give generously.

In an economy where many rise fast and fall faster, Fay’s slow-burn success model is a reminder that real empires aren’t built overnight — they’re built with integrity, consistency, and a long-view commitment to value.

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