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Ep. 59- No Longer Hiding Behind a Brand: The Journey from Teacher to Artist with Carisha Davis
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Carisha Davis shares her journey from choosing teaching as a career to transitioning to teaching art and eventually starting her own art business. She initially pursued a career in law but found her passion in coaching and teaching. Carisha's love for sports and coaching led her to become an English teacher, but she always had a passion for art. After years of teaching, she decided to pursue her love for art and started her own business, initially focusing on home decor. Despite financial challenges and doubts from others, Carisha believed in her business and canceled out the noise. Carisha Davis shares her journey of overcoming fear and pursuing her passion for art. She started by teaching art to children and realized she needed to practice what she preached. Taking a chance, she participated in an art show in Dallas and sold out most of her artwork. This success led to opportunities with luxury retailers like West Elm and Nordstrom. Carisha also expanded her reach by exhibiting her art in Chicago. She rebranded her business in 2021 to focus solely on her art. As she approaches 40, Carisha is excited for the future and believes that age should not limit one's dreams.
Takeaways
-Follow your passion and pursue a career that brings you joy.
-Don't be afraid to make a career change if you're not fulfilled in your current profession.
-Insecurity should not hold you back from pursuing your dreams.
-Believe in your business and stay committed, even in the face of challenges.
-Cancel out the noise and negativity from others and trust in your own abilities.
-Financial challenges can be overcome with determination and resourcefulness.
-Transitioning from teaching to entrepreneurship requires a risk-taking mindset.
-Shift your focus and make necessary changes to align with your true passion.
Chapters
00:00 Choosing Teaching as a Career
02:59 Transitioning to Teaching Art
05:05 The Love for Basketball and Soccer
09:11 Insecurity in Pursuing Art
11:50 Transitioning from Teaching to Art Business
18:57 Transitioning to Art Shows
24:11 Being Interviewed on Good Morning Texas
26:01 Overcoming Financial Challenges
27:51 Canceling Out the Noise and Believing in the Business
31:57 Shift to Focus on Art and Quitting Teaching
29:46 Taking a Chance with Etsy Dallas
31:39 Entering the Luxury Market
33:14 Exhibitions in Chicago
35:03 Rebranding in 2021
39:11 Teaching and Pursuing Art
44:37 Approaching 40 with Confidence
53:29 Believing You're Worthy Now
Connect with Carisha
Instagram: @carishadavisart
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