118: Samah Dada on Turning a Hobby into a Career
In this episode, I talk to recipe developer and cookbook author Samah Dada (@dadaeats). Samah talks about her transition from a Production Assistant at The Today Show to the host of the network’s original digital series #Cooking. We discuss the mental health aspects of the food industry, the non-glamorous truths of turning our hobbies into careers, imposter syndrome and the dangers of comparison. We also dive into cultural appropriation in the wellness industry and lack of minorities in the space.
Key Takeaway / Points:
Working at the Today Show in production and as a host
Turning our hobbies into careers
Imposter syndrome
Cultural appropriation in the wellness industry
Training ourselves to be okay with the unknown
Buy Samah’s Cookbook, Dada Eats Love to Cook It
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Website: dadaeats.com
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This episode was edited by Tim Flanzbaum