Interested in starting your own entrepreneurial journey but unsure what to expect? Then read up on our interview with Carlos Hernandez, a tattoo artist based in Chicago, IL, USA.
What's your business, and who are your customers?
My business is body art modification/tattooing, and my clients are both men and women who are open-minded, influential, genuine, trustworthy, artistic, and ones who like to get tattoos as a form of therapy as well as wear quality body art.
Tell us about yourself
I am the second oldest with three sisters in a two-parent household; born and raised in Muskegon, Michigan. Growing up, my family and I spent time in Brownsville, TX, and La Ciudad de Tamaulipas, MEX, where I grew in diversity and gained different perspectives on life. Obtaining the passion and artistry from my mother, and my hustle and work ethic from my father, I cultivated my craft and pursued a life of art and creativity. While being exposed to tattoos at an early age, in the summer of 2008, I applied for and received my first tattoo at 15 years of age.
From 2008-2015 I aimlessly worked at my newfound medium of art and learned by trial and error on my own. From 2015-2018 I pursued mentorship from Muskegon's oldest professional tattoo establishment, while being the youngest by 20 years+, I learned the wisdom of knowledge not only about the industry and tattoos but about life itself. In 2019 I took the opportunity and risk to move to Chicago, IL, where I now reside, and continue to develop myself and my skills to give the best results to the people I collaborate with on a daily basis.
What's your biggest accomplishment as a business owner?
My biggest accomplishment is transitioning into a full-time tattoo artist in a new city with no connections and continuing to bring clients satisfactory results.
What's one of the hardest things that comes with being a business owner?
Inconsistencies.
What are the top tips you'd give to anyone looking to start, run and grow a business today?
- Practice delayed gratification.
- Think in terms of longevity.
- Remember your WHY!
Where can people find you and your business?
Website: https://www.carloshernandz.net/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063457423271
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/muskegonaire_/
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