Time We Discuss | Career Exploration Podcast with Real Professionals and Real Stories

What is it really like to work as a day trader? Is day trading a realistic career, or is it mostly a high risk way to lose money?

In this episode of Time We Discuss, I talk with Godswill De Chi, a day trader from Nigeria, to find out what it's really like working in this field. Godswill has spent years learning the markets, developing his own trading strategy, and learning some difficult lessons along the way.

One of the biggest surprises for me was discovering that day trading does not necessarily mean sitting in front of a computer watching charts all day. Godswill trades gold using a four hour timeframe and has developed a system that allows him to step away from the market and only check his charts at specific intervals.

We talk about:

• What day trading actually is and how it differs from scalping and swing trading
• What a typical day looks like for a day trader
• Why Godswill focuses specifically on trading gold
• How he developed and back tested his trading strategy
• Why paper trading or demo trading is so important before risking real money
• The importance of trading psychology and discipline
• How boredom can lead to overtrading and costly mistakes
• Why having a mentor can make a major difference when learning to trade
• How much money you can realistically expect to make day trading
• Why trying to turn a small amount of money into a fortune quickly can be dangerous
• The importance of risk management and only risking money you can afford to lose
• What motivated Godswill to pursue day trading in the first place

We also discuss the research surrounding how many day traders actually make money. The statistics can be sobering, which is why this conversation goes well beyond the idea of day trading as a way to get rich quickly.

Godswill also tells us about The Forex Therapist, a project he created to help traders focus on the psychology, discipline, and behaviors that can affect their performance in the market.

If you've ever wondered what it's really like to be a day trader, whether day trading could be a career for you, or what it takes to become a successful trader, this episode offers a realistic look at the field.

Remember, day trading involves significant financial risk. The information discussed in this episode is based on our conversation and is not financial advice.

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Timestamp:
0:00 - Intro to Makeup Artists and Licensed Esthetician
0:38 - What is day trading?
2:15 - What are scalpers as day traders?
2:48 - Typical day when day trading.
6:07 - A day trading strategy
6:47 - All about backtesting.
9:57 - The importance of paper trading (demo trading)
11:48 - Trading psychology
14:37 - What does day trading have to offer?
16:45 - Best way to get started as a day trader.
19:03 - Audience question: how to start day trading with $4
21:30 - Day Trader Godswill DeChi has the floor (Forex Therapist)
24:07 - Highlights from the episode
28:06 - Salary information
30:14 - Outro

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Guest Information:

• he cross-section of speculator skill: Evidence from day trading
• Day Trading for a Living
• Most Day Traders Lose Money: Evidence from Taiwan's Stock Exchange
• Day-Trading Risk Disclosure Statement

• Small Business Founder: AI Soccer Highlights App!
• Becoming a Mentor with Doug Lawrence

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What is it really like to work as a professional makeup artist?

In Episode 193 of Time We Discuss, I'm talking with Carla, the owner and founder of Creative Contour by Carla, to find out what it's actually like to build a career in makeup artistry.

Makeup artists can work in weddings, private client services, film, television, advertising, print, special effects, and more. But what does the job look like behind the scenes? How do you become a makeup artist? Do you need formal education? How do makeup artists find clients? And how much can you actually earn?

Carla shares her experience building a makeup career in Boston and eventually starting her own business. We talk about:

• What a typical day is like for a professional makeup artist
• Makeup artist education and licensing requirements
• Why hands on experience and assisting can be so valuable
• The importance of color theory and understanding different skin tones
• What it is like working with private clients
• How makeup artists find and attract new clients
• The realities of running your own makeup business
• The physical demands of carrying equipment and working long days
• Early mornings and seasonal fluctuations in the industry
• The emotional side of working closely with clients
• How much makeup artists can earn
• The differences between traditional employment and gig based makeup work
• Opportunities to branch into education, public speaking, consulting, and other areas
• The creative freedom and flexibility that can come with a makeup career

Carla also explains how she went from studying esthetics and assisting other makeup artists to launching Creative Contour by Carla and building her own career.

If you're considering becoming a makeup artist, starting a beauty business, looking for a creative career, or simply curious about what happens behind the scenes in the makeup industry, this conversation offers a firsthand look at the profession.

Learn more about Carla and Creative Contour by Carla:

https://www.creativecontourbycarla.com/

Subscribe to Time We Discuss for more conversations with real professionals about what it's really like to work in different careers.

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Timestamp:
0:00 - Intro to Makeup Artists and Licensed Esthetician
0:44 - Where can makeup artists work?
2:02 - Transitioning between industries
3:38 - Education need for professional makeup artists
4:57 - What about color theory?
5:53 - Typical day of a makeup artist
7:20 - Getting into the makeup industry
8:45 - Providing makeup and supplies
9:11 - Licensing between states
10:18 - Methods for billing clients
11:49 - Getting customers and clients
13:12 - Possible barriers to entry
18:18 - Busy and quiet seasons
19:54 - The family makeup person
21:10 - Why makeup artists have the best job
22:53 - Career after a makeup artist
23:45 - Networking opportunities
26:07 - Makeup Artist / Licensed Esthetician Carl B has the floor
26:56 - Highlights from the episode
28:43 - Salary information
29:13 - Outro

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Guest Information:

• Creative Contour by Carla Website
• Creative Contour by Carla Podcast

• Tattooing Career with Holly Danesi of Black Vulture Gallery
• Plan a Dream Vacation as a Tour Planner
• Becoming a Mentor with Doug Lawrence

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What is it really like to work as a birth doula?

In this episode of Time We Discuss, I’m talking with Dr. Roxanne Green, a certified perinatal doula, to find out what it actually takes to build a career supporting families before, during, and after childbirth.

Roxanne explains what a birth doula actually does, what it is like working with clients during pregnancy, and what happens when labor begins. We also talk about something I initially misunderstood: doulas do not only work with home births. Many doulas work in hospitals, and some hospitals are even beginning to employ doulas directly.

We also get into the realities of making a living as a doula, including how doulas structure their services, how many births they may handle each month, Medicaid reimbursement, private pay clients, and the unpredictable schedule that comes with being on call for childbirth.

Roxanne also explains how certification works, whether you actually need to be certified, and why certification can be important when working with certain hospitals.

And there are some things about this career that might surprise you. You do not have to be a woman to become a doula, and you do not have to have personally given birth. We also talk about postpartum support and some of the unusual services a doula might provide, from overnight care to helping a family attend a special event.

If you have ever wondered how to become a birth doula, what a doula does, how much a doula can make, or whether working as a doula could be the right career for you, this conversation offers a firsthand look at the profession.

ABOUT ROXANNE GREEN

Dr. Roxanne Green is a certified perinatal doula and the founder and CEO of Epiphany Parents and Village, LLC. She provides coaching, advocacy, resources, education, and support to families before, during, and after childbirth.

Her experience working with pregnant and parenting youth helped inspire her path into doula work, and she now supports families throughout the Philadelphia area.

WHAT WE DISCUSS

• What a birth doula actually does
• Working with families during pregnancy
• Supporting clients during labor
• Working in hospitals
• The difference between a doula and a midwife
• How unpredictable a doula's schedule can be
• How doulas structure their services and pricing
• Medicaid and insurance reimbursement
• Private pay doula services
• How many births a doula may handle each month
• Doula certification and training
• Whether you need to have given birth to become a doula
• Male doulas and doulos
• Postpartum support
• Building a career as a professional doula

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Timestamp:
0:00 - Intro
0:42 - What is a birth doula?
1:13 - When in the pregnancy do you usually get clients?
2:36 - How often does a doula meet with the expecting mother?
3:02 - Role at the doctor's appointment
4:02 - Birth doulas vs. Midwives
5:52 - Managing long labor
7:38 - Doula pricing structure
8:06 - Doulas, Medicaid, and Health Insurance
10:29 - Additional roles during postpartum
11:53 - Why become a doula?
15:23 - Typical caseload for a professional doula
17:06 - Death doulas
18:14 - How to become a certified perinatal doula
21:44 - Can anyone be a doula including men, non-parents?
24:31 - Roxanne Green, Certified Perinatal Doula
26:03 - Highlights
28:09 - Salary: How Much Do Doulas Make?
28:57 - Outro

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Guest Information:

Dr. Roxanne Green

Also Mentioned Directly or Indirectly in This Episode:

• What It's Really Like to Be a Midwife (Amanda Snyder)
• How to Become a Board Certified Health Coach
• Holistic Health Practitioner

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What is it really like to work as a corporate burnout strategist?

Burnout can have a major impact on someone's career, but what happens when your job is to help people understand that burnout, recover from it, and figure out what comes next?

In this episode of Time We Discuss, Dan talks with Tara Kermiet, a corporate burnout strategist who helps professionals navigate workplace burnout, career uncertainty, and major career decisions. Tara explains what her work actually looks like, how she works with individual clients and organizations, and what it takes to build a business around helping people find greater career fulfillment.

Tara shares how clients typically find her, why social media has become an important part of her business, and how she uses LinkedIn, referrals, and even Google Alerts to identify potential corporate clients. She also explains why some industries are more receptive to burnout services than others, with healthcare and education being particularly open to this type of work.

We also discuss the education and experience that can help someone become a burnout strategist. Tara has a background in communication, higher education, leadership development, and instructional design, and she explains how she continues to use what she learned throughout her career in her work today.

Some of the topics covered in this episode include:

• What a corporate burnout strategist actually does
• The difference between burnout and other workplace challenges
• How burnout affects career decisions
• Working with people who want to leave their jobs
• Helping clients recover from difficult work environments
• Building a career coaching and consulting business
• Finding individual and corporate clients
• Using social media to attract clients
• Using LinkedIn and Google Alerts for business development
• Working with healthcare, education, technology, and other industries
• Education and training for a career in burnout strategy
• Continuing education and staying current with career trends
• Building repeat business and client referrals
• The challenges of running your own coaching business
• Salary and earning potential for burnout strategists

Tara also talks about what she calls the "great millennial pause," a period when people intentionally step away from their careers or find themselves taking a career break after a layoff or other major change. She is working toward creating a community for people using that pause to reconsider what they want from their careers.

If you've ever wondered whether burnout is telling you something important about your career, or you're interested in helping other people navigate workplace burnout, this conversation offers a firsthand look at what this career is really like.

Subscribe to Time We Discuss for more conversations about what it's really like to work in different careers and occupations.

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Timestamp:
0:00 - Intro
0:46 - What is a Corporate Burnout Strategist?
2:10 - How do you find clients?
7:56 - How leaders can prevent employee burnout
10:28 - Getting repeat clients
14:20 - How to recover from burnout
20:16 - Tara Kermiet has the floor
23:18 - Corporate burnout strategist highlights
26:38 - Salary information
27:23 - Outro

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Guest Information:

Tara Kermiet

• Tara's Website
• Tara's Stan Store
• The Balanced Badass Podcast®

Also Mentioned Directly or Indirectly in This Episode:

• Ildiko SpinFisher - Business Burnout Buster

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What is it really like to work as a hypnotist and self-sabotage coach?

In this episode of Time We Discuss, we talk with Jehan Sattaur, a hypnotist and self-sabotage coach who helps people identify and change patterns that may be holding them back.

Jehan works with clients dealing with a wide range of challenges, including self-sabotage, trauma, anxiety, relationships, weight loss, smoking cessation, people pleasing, and personal development. But what does a typical day actually look like for someone working in this field?

Jehan takes us behind the scenes of his career and explains how hypnosis sessions work, why remote sessions can be effective, how long a typical session lasts, and what it’s like working with clients on deeply personal issues.

We also talk about how Jehan got started in hypnosis, the education and training required, the misconceptions surrounding hypnosis, and how he built a business around his expertise.

One of the most fascinating parts of the conversation is Jehan’s explanation of self-sabotage. Why do we sometimes consciously want to change while unconsciously doing things that prevent that change? And where do these patterns come from?

We also discuss the business side of being a hypnotist, including finding clients, referrals, podcast appearances, maintaining a website, and the importance of developing a specialty.

If you’ve ever wondered whether hypnosis is a legitimate career, what hypnotists actually do, or how someone turns an interest in human behavior into a profession, this episode gives you a fascinating look behind the scenes.

Jehan Sattaur is a hypnotist and self-sabotage coach who specializes in helping people understand and change patterns that may be preventing them from reaching their goals.

He also hosts podcasts focused on self-sabotage and personal development and works with clients around the world through remote sessions.

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Time We Discuss explores what it’s really like to work in careers you may have never considered.

Whether you’re starting your career, thinking about changing careers, or simply curious about unusual professions, we talk to people who are actually doing the work.

Subscribe to Time We Discuss for more conversations about unconventional careers, education, salaries, daily responsibilities, and what it really takes to succeed.

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Timestamp:
0:00 - Intro
0:36 - Typical day in the life of a hypnotist
1:34 - Business fluctuations throughout the year
1:56 - Types of clients for a hypnotist
3:35 - Bringing in new clients
4:11 - Why did you become a hypnotist?
5:45 - Education needed to become a hypnotherapist or hypnotist
7:28 - Social perception of hypnosis
8:52 - Most common problems why people see hypnotists
10:02 - What's a hypnosis session like?
10:56 - Best way to advertise your business
11:41 - Hypnosis in person vs. virtually
12:39 - Setting the right atmosphere
13:56 - Hypnosis procedure
14:55 - Hidden perks of being a hypnotist
15:10 - Why hypnotherapists have the best job
15:43 - How you are sabotaging yourself
18:53 - Thank you Laura Van Tyne
19:15 - Hypnotist Jehan Sattaur has the floor
20:21 - Highlights from the episode
23:00 - Salary information
23:55 - Outro

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Guest Information:

Jehan Sattaur

• Jehan's Website
• Boundless Authenticity Podcast
• Why You Self Sabotage Podcast

Also Mentioned Directly or Indirectly in This Episode:

• Hypnotist
• Become a Performance Coach
• Being a Real Exorcist (Laura Van Tyne)
• Past Life Regression Explained | Spiritual Awakening and Past Lives Journey

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What is it really like to make a living as a professional artist?

In this episode of Time We Discuss, Dan talks with artist Jess Leigh about what it takes to turn creativity into a career. Jess shares her experience building a business around painting, finding customers, selling original artwork, creating prints, and navigating the unpredictable income that comes with being a professional artist.

Jess primarily works with acrylic paint because it fits her lifestyle and allows her to work in short periods of time. She explains how she has used Threads to build an audience, how commissions can turn a customer’s personal story into a unique piece of artwork, and why creating prints can give artists another way to generate income from work they have already created.

We also talk about whether you need an art degree to become a professional artist, the importance of practicing even when the result is not perfect, and some of the other opportunities available to artists, including pet portraits, teaching private lessons, group classes, and selling artwork online.

But being an artist is not all creativity and freedom. Jess discusses the challenges of marketing yourself, dealing with inconsistent income, finding enough time to create, and putting your work out there for other people to see and judge.

We also look at artist salary information and career outlook data discussed in the episode, including the wide range of earnings among craft and fine artists.

If you have ever wondered what it is actually like to make money from your art, this conversation offers an honest look at both the rewards and challenges of building a career around creativity.

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What is it really like to work in an unusual career?

Time We Discuss explores modern, unconventional, and sometimes overlooked careers by talking directly with the people who actually do them. We look beyond job descriptions and explore what the work is really like, how people get started, what they earn, what they love, and what makes their careers challenging.

If you're exploring your career options, thinking about changing careers, or simply curious about jobs you never knew existed, subscribe to Time We Discuss for more real world career conversations.

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0:00 - Intro
0:30 - Typical Day as a Professional Artist
2:01 - Painting: Picking the Right Medium and Canvas Size
3:38 - Promoting Your Art, Best Platforms
5:35 - From Art Prospect to Paying Customer
6:34 - One-of-a-Kind Paintings
6:59 - How to Sell Your Art
8:05 - Platforms to Sell Your Art
9:18 - Getting Started as an Artist
10:27 - Advice for Artists
12:27 - Opportunities for Professional Artists
13:28 - Why Professional Artist is the BEST Job
14:29 - Why Professional Artists have the WORST Job
15:36 - Perks for Professional Acrylic Painters
16:35 - Which Art Sells the Best?
17:36 - Jess Leigh, Acrylic and Watercolor Artist
18:42 - Highlights
21:08 - Salary: How Much Do Artists Make?
22:09 - Outro

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Guest Information:

• Jess Leigh on Instagram
• Jess Leigh on Threads

• Yoga Therapist Career Guide: Salary, Certification, Private Practice And Career Outlook

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In this episode of Time We Discuss, we’re exploring what it’s really like to start and run a gourmet dog treat business with Angela Borne.

What began as a homemade solution for her own dog eventually grew into a part time business, farmers market operation, online store, retail partnerships, and physical storefront.

Angela shares what she has learned about:

• Turning a hobby into a business
• Why packaging can make or break your pricing
• Expanding from dog treats into custom pupcakes
• Using social media to build a brand before you even launch
• Selling through Etsy, Shopify, farmers markets, and a storefront
• Building partnerships with local pet businesses
• Why you should look for funding at the beginning
• The importance of time management
• Whether you actually need a business degree
• Expanding into the cat treat market

We also talk about the realities of profitability, including why a high gross margin does not necessarily mean a high personal income for the business owner.

If you’ve ever wondered whether you could turn your love of dogs, baking, or entrepreneurship into a business, this conversation offers a behind the scenes look at what it actually takes.

Is running a gourmet dog treat business the right career for you?

Watch the episode and decide for yourself.

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Timestamp:
0:00 - Intro
0:29 - Why Create a Gourmet Dog Treat Business?
2:07 - Can Selling Dog Treats be Profitable?
4:07 - Setting the Right Price and Packaging
5:46 - Adding New Products
7:15 - Best Ways to Advertise a Dog Business
10:06 - Going From Online to Physical Storefront
13:04 - Partnering with Local Pet Stores
14:57 - Best Kept Business Secret
17:47 - Education Needed to Have a Dog Treat Business
20:02 - What About Gourmet Cat Treats?
23:06 - Brandy Smith LeCours (Enchanted Flour Bake Shop)
23:27 - Angela Borne Talks Animal Allergies and Food
24:39 - Episode Highlights
28:09 - Expected Growth for the Pet Foods Industry
29:07 - Outro

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Guest Information:

• Appleville Treats Website

• Grant Writing for Beginners, Become a Grant Writer and Work at Home
• Fall Is Coming! Start One Of These 5 Businesses Today!
• Dallin Huso, Successful Flamingo Pool Business in Arizona from Nothing
• Dog Trainer Career Guide: What It Is Like to Be a Dog Trainer
• Pro. Baker Career Guide: What It's Really Like Running a Home Bakery

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How quickly can you become a real estate agent? What is it really like to work as a realtor? Is it possible to become a realtor in just one month? How much can you actually make, and what are the biggest challenges of working in real estate?

In this episode of Time We Discuss, Dan talks with Maria Gallucci, an award winning Colorado real estate broker with more than 30 years of experience in the industry. Maria works with residential and commercial clients and has developed a unique specialty serving the Deaf and Hard of Hearing community.

Maria shares what it is really like working as a real estate agent, including what happens behind the scenes that buyers and sellers never see. She explains how agents find clients, what a typical day looks like, why real estate can sometimes feel like a 24/7 career, and how much flexibility agents actually have.

We also discuss the education and licensing required to become a real estate agent. Maria explains how she completed her Colorado real estate training in about one month and why new agents typically begin their careers under a brokerage.

But getting licensed is only the beginning.

Maria talks about the expenses agents need to consider, including MLS fees, insurance, continuing education, advertising, and professional memberships. We also discuss the realities of commission based income and how changes in the housing market can dramatically affect a real estate agent's business.

Other topics covered in this episode include:

• What real estate agents actually do behind the scenes
• Working as a buyer's agent versus a listing agent
• How quickly you can become a real estate agent
• Why real estate agents need to understand their local market
• How Zillow estimates can create challenges for agents
• The importance of pricing a home correctly
• How the housing market affects real estate careers
• The flexibility and unpredictable schedule of the job
• Common expenses real estate agents have to pay
• The challenges of negotiating with other agents
• The potential income of a real estate career
• How agents can specialize in a particular community or market
• Possible career paths after leaving real estate

If you're considering real estate as a career, changing careers, or simply curious about what realtors actually do all day, this episode is for you.

Subscribe to Time We Discuss for more conversations about what it's really like to work in careers you may not have considered.

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Timestamp:
0:00 - Intro
0:34 - Commercial, Luxury, Condos, What Kind of Real Estate?
0:57 - How to Develop Leads as a Real Estate Agent
1:47 - Typical Day as a Real Estate Agent
2:25 - AI Voice Agents and Other Tools?
3:51 - How to Close Without a Real Estate Agent
4:42 - Buyer and Seller Agents, Advantages, Differing Education
5:39 - Which is Better, Buyer Agent or Seller Agent?
6:16 - Getting Started with Realtor Organizations
7:15 - How to Become a Real Estate Agent
8:10 - Other Things That Realtors Do
9:04 - Realtor Expenses
10:45 - Setting the Right Price
12:34 - Selling Different Types of Properties
14:48 - Career After Real Estate
15:32 - Realtor is the Best Job Because
16:33 - Realtor is the Worst Job Because
18:16 - How Long Does it Take to Become a Realtor?
19:10 - Thank You Mickey Mikkelson, Publicist
19:31 - Maria Gallucci has the Floor
22:59 - Conversation Highlights
25:11 - Job Growth for Realtors
25:28 - Possible Salaries for Realtors
25:58 - Outro

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Guest Information:

Maria Gallucci

• Raised in Silence
• Maria's Realtor Website

Also Mentioned Directly or Indirectly in This Episode:

• ASL-English Interpreter and Educator for the Deaf
• Occult Researcher (Holly Faust)
• Becoming a Publicist and What Does a Publicist Do?

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Ever wondered what it’s like creating silhouette portraits as a silhouette artist?

In this episode of Time We Discuss, we hear from Alison Russell, a talented live event artist who brings smiles to weddings, corporate events, and festivals with her creative and lightning-fast silhouette portraits.

Alison shares her inspiring journey from drawing as a kid to becoming one of the most in-demand silhouette artists in the industry. She explains what it’s really like working live at events, how she balances the creative and business sides of her work, and why live art still captivates audiences all over the world.

Topics we discuss:

• What it’s like being a silhouette artist at weddings and corporate events
• How Alison got started in live silhouette art
• A LIVE demonstration of how silhouette art is created
• Tips for becoming a professional silhouette artist
• Repurposing silhouette art across different products
• How Alison manages her thriving art business using modern tools

If you love learning about creative careers and real-world artistic journeys, this episode is for you.

Discover the art, skill, and emotion behind every live silhouette.

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Timestamp:
0:00 - Intro
0:37 - Typical day like for a silhouette artist
3:27 - What it's like to be on the job creating live art
5:36 - The crowd will gather, wedding entertainment
7:20 - How to get started as a silhouette artist
11:12 - Other opportunities/products for silhouette artists
12:59 - Silhouette Art live demonstration
16:14 - Silhouette Art Reaction
16:51 - Starting a business as a silhouette artist
19:18 - Small jobs leading to bigger jobs or corporate events
21:51 - Alison Russell, Silhouette Artist has the floor
23:39 - Silhouette Artist highlights
25:02 - Silhouette Artist Salary
25:52 - Outro

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Guest Information:

• Website: Alison Russell Silhouette Artist

• Become a Silhouette Portait or Caricature Artist (Emily Byrne)
• Become a Talent Manager or Agent

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Have you ever wondered what it's really like to work as a holistic coach? Can you build a career helping people improve their health without becoming a doctor, physical therapist, or personal trainer?

In this episode of Time We Discuss, I sit down with holistic coach Fernando Alvarez May to explore a profession that combines strength training, corrective exercise, lifestyle coaching, and wellness into one unique career. Fernando explains how he helps clients improve their movement, reduce pain, sleep better, manage stress, and build healthier lives through personalized coaching.

We discuss how he transitioned from a background in kinesiology and athletics into owning his own coaching business, why mentorship has been more valuable than traditional education, and how he attracts clients primarily through referrals and local SEO instead of social media.

If you're considering a career in health and wellness, fitness, coaching, or entrepreneurship, this episode provides an honest look at the rewards and challenges of building a business centered around helping people feel their best.

In this episode, you'll learn:

• What a holistic coach actually does
• How corrective exercise differs from traditional personal training
• The education and certifications that can help you get started
• Why continuing education and mentorship are so important
• How holistic coaches find and retain clients
• Whether you need a college degree to succeed
• Typical work schedules and flexibility
• What it's like running your own coaching business
• Salary expectations for holistic coaches
• The best and most challenging parts of the profession

Whether you're exploring a new career, thinking about starting your own coaching business, or simply curious about holistic health, Fernando shares practical advice and real world experiences that can help you decide if this career is right for you.

If you enjoy learning what it's really like to work in different professions, be sure to subscribe for more conversations with professionals from a wide variety of careers.

Guest: Fernando Alvarez May

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Timestamp:
0:00 - Intro
0:26 - What does a holistic coach do?
1:23 - How to start a health coaching business
2:36 - The best way to get new clients
3:26 - The best form of advertising for a wellness business
4:19 - Client onboarding
6:36 - Client duration with the business
7:42 - Health coaching business, virtual vs. in person
8:25 - What kind of education is needed for a holistic health coach?
10:57 - Finding physical space for holistic health coach
12:08 - License, medical professionals, and accepting insurance
15:05 - Hidden perks for a wellness coach
15:54 - A typical schedule
16:42 - Learning the business
19:05 - Why this is the best job
20:50 - Why this is the worst job
22:31 - Liability insurance requirements
22:46 - What's after a holistic coach career?
24:09 - Skills for entering the coaching business
25:05 - How important is a college education for this field?
25:59 - Fernando Alvarex-May has the floor.
27:02 - Highlights from the episode
29:10 - Salary information
29:46 - Outro

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Guest Information:

Fernando Alvarez-May

• Separation Szn Athletics Website

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