Kat Von D on the Highs and Lows of Building an Empire | Money Maker Podcast [EXTENDED]

You may know Kat Von D from Miami Ink and LA Ink, but she is so much more than what you saw on TV.
As a kid, Kat felt like an outsider- but through her music, tattoos and business, she created community for others who grew up feeling the same way. Kat tells Nely the story of her meteoric rise; from mohawks in church, to opening up her first tattoo shop, to regrettable contracts, to peace and sobriety.
Her story is for anyone looking for the tools to turn their passion into a career.
00:00 - "Follow your bliss and the money will come"
09:39 - The birth of tattoo reality TV show Miami Ink
16:23 - The rise of the Kat Von D makeup line and why she got out
21:27 - Transitioning from beauty to music
23:59 - Continuing building an empire as a mom
31:59 - The three biggest lessons Kat has learned on her entrepreneur journey
38:41 - How it feels to be an empowered "Money Maker"
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[@BindleBelle]

I love kat so much, been following her since day 1 ! Thanks for having her and sharing it with us!

[@ne2952]

Great interview! She’s always been an inspiration! And I love that she keeps staying true to herself 👏🏼👏🏼

[@MoneyNewsPodcasts]

We couldn’t agree more 🙌

[@lm1973]

I love how Nely lets the guest speak and finish what she wants to say. It so annoying when hosts constantly interrupt the guest. Loved the interview! "life is about mission and money."

[@BigSoul29]

I've always been good at drawing ( drew since I could hold a pencil ) but I totally lost my passion for it.