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In this episode of Pivoting To Web3, Donna Mitchell interviews Terza Ekholm, a former engineer who reinvented herself as a digital artist and NFT creator at 50. Terza discusses her transition from engineering to digital art and cryptocurrency, highlighting her journey into NFTs and their applications beyond art, such as in real estate and finance. The conversation covers the basics of NFTs, their value for artists, potential downsides, and their role in the WEB3 ecosystem, including decentralized databases and safe payment systems.
The challenge of technology is that it tends to bring together most other aspect of our lives and culture. If you are resistant to new technology, chances are, it will be challenging to explore changes in career, hobbies including art, and even businesses.
In this episode of Pivoting To Web3, Donna interviews Terza Ekholm, a Digital Artist and NFT creator who started her second life at 50 years of age. As a former career engineer, Terza fell in love with Digital Art and AI. Discover her vision for the WEB3 environment that extends beyond art, and into practical uses like real estate and finance.
What to expect in this episode
00:35 – Terza's journey from engineering to art, crypto, and NFTs
03:15 – How she got started as an artist.
04:42 – Digital art: engineering, words, and art coming together.
05:21 – Terza's NFT journey
07:43 – Getting into cryptocurrency.
08:55 – What is an NFT?
10:07 – Why should people know more about the blockchain ecosystem?
11:31 – How NFTs provide value, especially for artists and creators.
15:20 – Are there any downsides to NFTs?
17:11 – NFTs and smart contract applications in the WEB3 ecosystem
20:28 – What is an NFT Marketplace?
21:39 – Decentralized database, and a safe payment system
23:28 – Cold wallet, and private keys
About Terza Ekholm:
Terza Ekholm is a multi-faceted individual hailing from Colorado, USA. With a background as one of the early software engineers in the tech world, she embarked on a remarkable second chapter of her life as an artist after turning 50. Terza's journey led her from physical art to the fascinating world of digital creativity, blending her technical expertise with artistic expression. Her talents shine through as a Graphic Artist and Client Retention Expert at The Terza Factor, where she not only creates captivating visuals but also excels in nurturing client relationships. Beyond her artistic endeavors, Terza's interests span the realms of real estate and crypto investments, showcasing her versatility and passion for exploration. She also enjoys the thrill of collaborating with AI, crafting NFTs, distance running, traveling the globe, and fluently speaking multiple languages, making her life an ongoing adventure filled with endless possibilities. In her journey, Terza Ekholm embodies a remarkable fusion of artistry, technology, and entrepreneurial spirit, demonstrating that life's adventures are limitless and ever evolving.
Connect with Terza Ekholm:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TerzaEkholm/
Website: https://theterzafactor.com/curioussolenewsletter
About Donna Mitchell:
Donna Mitchell is the Founder and CEO of Mitchell Universal Network LLC. She has achieved two impressive careers in her lifetime. She began her journey as a change agent at US Airways, now American Airlines, dedicating 24 years to aviation and airline management. Following her successful tenure at US Airways, Donna embarked on a new venture with the Johnson & Johnson Family of Companies, where she contributed 16 years.
Today, as a visionary business development consultant, Donna believes in reimagining and redesigning Life, Health, Wealth, and Careers. As the driving force behind Mitchell Universa
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Website: https://mitchelluniversalnetwork.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/donna-mitchell-a1700619
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