Ep. 59- No Longer Hiding Behind a Brand: The Journey from Teacher to Artist with Carisha Davis

More Than Your Age

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

www.carishadavis.com

Instagram: @carishadavisart

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