Success Outside a Traditional Career Path: Thriving as a Multi-Hyphenate
Mon Nov 03 2025
In this episode of Her Coach, we dive into finding success outside a traditional career path with Isabella, a dancer, choreographer, and creative multi-hyphenate who’s turned her passions into a thriving career. Isabella shares what it really takes to succeed without a 9-to-5. We talk about juggling multiple roles, creating opportunities in creative industries, and finding fulfillment through flexibility and self-direction. Whether you’re an aspiring freelancer, gig worker, or creative entrepreneur, this conversation is packed with tips for navigating a multi-career lifestyle. 0:00 Introduction and Reconnecting with Isabella 00:44 Isabella's Journey: Moving to Chicago for Dance 01:07 College Experience 02:58 Life in LA 07:47 Injury and the Impact of COVID-19 12:26 Rediscovering New Opportunities 17:37 Reflections on Childhood Community 19:06 Support from Childhood Friends 19:17 Pursuing Non-Traditional Paths 19:52 Embracing Individuality and Misunderstanding 20:45 Exploring New Avenues 21:32 Finding Financial Stability in the Arts 23:33 Diversifying Interests and Goals 32:36 The Importance of Kindness and Networking 37:33 Final Advice for Non-Traditional Paths Isabella's Socials: Instagram: Isabellalown Youtube: IsabellaLown4176
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In this episode of Her Coach, we dive into finding success outside a traditional career path with Isabella, a dancer, choreographer, and creative multi-hyphenate who’s turned her passions into a thriving career. Isabella shares what it really takes to succeed without a 9-to-5. We talk about juggling multiple roles, creating opportunities in creative industries, and finding fulfillment through flexibility and self-direction. Whether you’re an aspiring freelancer, gig worker, or creative entrepreneur, this conversation is packed with tips for navigating a multi-career lifestyle. 0:00 Introduction and Reconnecting with Isabella 00:44 Isabella's Journey: Moving to Chicago for Dance 01:07 College Experience 02:58 Life in LA 07:47 Injury and the Impact of COVID-19 12:26 Rediscovering New Opportunities 17:37 Reflections on Childhood Community 19:06 Support from Childhood Friends 19:17 Pursuing Non-Traditional Paths 19:52 Embracing Individuality and Misunderstanding 20:45 Exploring New Avenues 21:32 Finding Financial Stability in the Arts 23:33 Diversifying Interests and Goals 32:36 The Importance of Kindness and Networking 37:33 Final Advice for Non-Traditional Paths Isabella's Socials: Instagram: Isabellalown Youtube: IsabellaLown4176