Often we don’t have to reinvent the wheel to learn something new – we can just ask experts in the field who can draw on their experience to enlighten us. Below, we’ve shared insights insiders from various industries have shared with us.

Alex Friedman

Just how many people it takes to get a show on the air. I worked as a footage researcher for a couple years at Late Night with Seth Meyers, which basically meant I was watching cable news and scouring the internet for funny and topical clips every day, particularly for the political segment, “A Closer Look.” When people would ask me what I did there, the most common response was “I never even realized that was a job.” Read more>>

Liat Gorodenzik

The industry I am in today, which I have such passion for from the day I understood its exactly me, is the Textile Industry. Textiles are actually EVERYTHING – wear, touch, sleep on, drive in and more…it is the practice and research of MATERIALS from the smallest millimetre taken to consideration to the largest. It’s absolutely wild and full of expansion. Read more>>

sachiko bradley

That female artist were not allowed to study or practice art until the 19th century. Female artist started being accepted very late in the game, This has created an enormous disparity in the art world, based on sales and auctions and success of the past. Read more>>

Arnav Shah

One thing about the filmmaking industry that outsiders are often unaware of is the extensive collaboration and teamwork that goes into creating a film. While movies are often associated with the work of directors and actors, filmmaking is a highly collaborative process that involves numerous individuals and departments working together Read more>>

Adam J. Jefferis Rynn Vogel

Creating original theater is much more complicated than it might seem from a seat in the audience. There are many moving parts that all have to be coordinated to make everything seamlessly entertaining. There are sets to build, costumes to make, marketing materials to create and distribute–but first, you have to have an idea. The idea becomes a story and the story becomes a script. You then have to find talented actors to help you bring that script to the stage. Designers and builders to make the set, props and costumes. There’s also the very important role of the crew, headed by the stage manager, who will support in the creation and execution of the show. This is just the tip of the iceberg, there are many more people that help get things going and see the project through to the end. The devil is in the details, and with a theater production, all those details matter. Read more>>

Michelle Barrett

With my experience in the art and fashion industry, one thing people aren’t aware of is how fast paced trends and ideas are, now more than ever. Many people have similar ideas to you but what can set you apart is taking action on your ideas, and establishing something unique and true to you. I’ve had to learn if I have an idea, to act on it quickly, or someone else will. Especially with the rise in fast fashion and trends, my brand has encountered knock offs, and for even cheaper. But again I think it’s important to be authentic to your work, because people will value your uniqueness and continue to follow your work over a replica. Read more>>

Armando Quiroz

One thing I think people don’t really understand is the time and effort we really put into creating something for the people that enjoy the food. it takes a toll on the body and mind but for people in the service industry we understand what it takes and we love every bit of it!. just knowing I can make someones day with a delicious meal is worth it. Read more>>

Sam Slick

It takes a long time to make any progress as a musician. There are countless hours of practice and writing and rehearsals that add up to being good enough to record or play shows, and any achievement is incremental. I feel like a perception if you play a bunch of shows and release some music, you’ve made it, but it is a lot of repetitive work just to start getting your name out there. I’m not sure what’s beyond the point I’m currently at but I bet it’s more slow and steady progress and a lot of work. I love it but it’s certainly not an overnight sensation type of path! Read more>>

Jamie Goldberg

If I’d known how much math, science, and testing was involved in candle creation, I might have thought twice before starting! To product a safe-burning & long-lasting candle, you really need to test each & every scent, wax & vessel combo to get the right wick size. This has become so important to me: Who wants a candle that doesn’t burn all the way to the edges, or one that creates a fire hazard? It’s a lot of work, but so gratifying. Read more>>