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Humans of New York: The Art of Approaching Strangers
1:03:28 - 1:11:41 (08:12)
Humans of New York is not just a photography project; it is an effort to make a random person on the street comfortable enough to share their story with millions of people every single night. Brandon Stanton, the creator of Humans of New York, talks about his techniques that allow him to approach a diverse range of strangers and win their trust.
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Humans of New York began as a project to overcome the fear of approaching strangers and evolved into a platform to share the stories of people on the streets with millions of readers.
1:03:28 - 1:07:57 (04:28)
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Humans of New York began as a project to overcome the fear of approaching strangers and evolved into a platform to share the stories of people on the streets with millions of readers. The founder views himself as a creator of a safe, comfortable space for his subjects to share their stories.
ChapterHumans of New York: The Art of Approaching Strangers
Episode#321: Brandon Stanton — The Story of Humans of New York and 25M+ Fans
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
The founder of Humans of New York, Brandon Stanton, shares his experience of pitching to strangers for photographs and how he tries to make them feel comfortable.
1:07:57 - 1:11:41 (03:44)
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The founder of Humans of New York, Brandon Stanton, shares his experience of pitching to strangers for photographs and how he tries to make them feel comfortable. He believes explaining the popularity of Humans of New York is crucial in making his pitch convincing.