An Inspired Chat with Madison Thurman of Kansas City, Missouri

We recently had the chance to connect with Madison Thurman and have shared our conversation below.

Good morning Madison, we’re so happy to have you here with us and we’d love to explore your story and how you think about life and legacy and so much more. So let’s start with a question we often ask: What is something outside of work that is bringing you joy lately?
Something that has brought me joy lately is my daughter. I had my daughter September 5th and it has been one of my biggest blessings and challenges in my life. I’m really learning how to balance running my art business and taking care of a newborn. She is one of my biggest joys in life right now.

Can you briefly introduce yourself and share what makes you or your brand unique?
My name is Madison Thurman and I am the CEO of M.N.T Art, LLC. I started my small art business a couple years ago and it has been very successful. My business is based in Kansas City, Missouri. Over the years I have donated over $87,000 to Kansas City charities for homeless youth. I had a mini documentary about my business and my story in the Kansas City Museum and I continue to always advocate for homeless youth all around the world. My plan is to eventually open up my own art gallery for artist trying to start an art career.

Great, so let’s dive into your journey a bit more. What’s a moment that really shaped how you see the world?
A moment that really shaped how I see the world was when I was able to travel and share my artwork with more than just Kansas City. Being able to do so has really opened my mind to all the possibilities and opportunities you can create for yourself as well as your future, you get to meet new people and listen to other people’s journey and advice.

What did suffering teach you that success never could?
Suffering taught me to never give up on your dreams or anything that you are trying to achieve or accomplish in your life. Being successful is a great feeling, but you can’t be successful without making mistakes or going through obstacles in life. Suffering can teach you discipline and a lot of valuable lessons about life. Just make sure you never give up and don’t be afraid to fail.

I think our readers would appreciate hearing more about your values and what you think matters in life and career, etc. So our next question is along those lines. Whom do you admire for their character, not their power?
One person I admire for their character and not their power is a man named Sampson Miller. He has taught me that it’s okay to mistakes and is one of my biggest support systems with my business and life in general. He is one of the hardest workers I know as well as one of the most humble human beings I have came across. Success is a mindset first before an action.

Thank you so much for all of your openness so far. Maybe we can close with a future oriented question. When do you feel most at peace?
I feel most at peace when I’m taking care of my daughter and working on my art. Peace comes from the little things in life and it’s a blessing to be able to make a living off one of things I love doing the most which is making art.

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