#102: From Lawyer to Tattoo Artist to Airline Lawsuits: The Remarkable Journey of Irina Wynn
Escaping the Drift with John Gafford - A podcast by John Gafford
In this episode of "Escaping the Drift," we delve deep into the extraordinary journey of Irina Wynn, a lawyer turned tattoo artist turned airline lawsuit expert. Join us as we explore Irina's unique path, her strategies for success, and the pivotal moments that transformed her career. Discover how Irina's experiences and insights can inspire you to break free from the ordinary and pursue your own unconventional path to success.Highlights:"I became a tattoo artist and I became that good that I was paid more than any lawyer that I ever knew would have ever been paid.""One of my biggest mistake that I ever been in my life was giving half of a business thinking that someone else will have my drive and my passion to scale something like I do.""Building a good partnership is knowing what happens when it fails upfront, building a separation agreement before you even start the business."Timestamps:00:00 - Introduction and Wild Story01:28 - Discovering an Amazing Angle02:22 - From Romania to Norway03:49 - Becoming a Tattoo Artist07:01 - Suing Airlines for a Living09:57 - Leveraging Skills into Education13:19 - Enforcing Passenger Rights18:24 - Partnerships23:42 - Scaling the Business27:00 - Transitioning to CEO32:14 - Building a Strong Team36:07 - Systems for Growth