We asked experts from a broad range of industries to open up to us about things they know about their industry but that we probably don’t and we’ve shared some of those responses below.

Latoya Burris | Brand Design Expert

As a **brand design expert**, I often encounter misconceptions about my role. People frequently assume that my work revolves solely around making things aesthetically pleasing, akin to the realm of fine art. However, this perception misses the mark. Read more>>

Edaly Diaz-Tun | Lash Extension Artist

The dedication and consistency it takes in the beginning when starting up your business and still today. Many things seem easier than they actually are. Lashing is definitely one of them. It takes time and patience. It is an art that cannot be rushed and takes skill. Read more>>

Taylor Eby | Character Designer

So I work with in the concept art industry, specifically for children’s animation. I Think one thing that outsiders tend not to understand is how much ideation work goes into it.  Read more>>

Beth Johnson | Interior Designer

There are many people who use the terms ‘decorator’ and ‘designer’ interchangeably, however, there are are distinct differences between the two professions in terms of education, scope of work, and qualifications. Typically, interior decorators focus on the aesthetics of interior spaces.  Read more>>

Timmeria Baltimore | Actor, Producer & Director

The one thing about my industry that outsiders are probably unaware of is that honestly it is an ongoing learning process. Although a lot of people may think that once you have the experience or the networking that you already have every element of characters or business figured out, that is the furthest thing from the truth. Read more>>

Victor (Wei-Kang) Lin | VFX Compositor

I am a compositor working in the Visual Effects industry, and although working on films and TV might sound cool to people, we are just regular people doing a day-to-day job. Most of us don’t get residuals like many actors do, there are no unions to protect us and no matter how big the project is, we just do the shots we are told to do and move on. Read more>>

Danny B | Licensed Cosmetologist & Esthetician, Beauty Enthusiast, Owner/Creator of LipSting lip line & Eat Beauty Hair/Body care.

One thing about being a service provider in this industry that “Outsiders” are unaware of is how much of “YOU” this line of work requires. I tell people all the time that all the things in my life require all of me and my business/brand is not exempt. Read more>>