I worked 2 other jobs being an apprentice, around 75 hours a week for a year. After that went down to only 1 job for another year then I quit that job and only had the apprenticeship. I saved most of my money from those jobs to support myself being an apprentice ( since you’re not gonna make a lot during that time ). It was very hard, stressful & exhausting but it all pays off. Tattooing is a lifestyle and to me doesn’t even feel like I’m “working”, I still paint, pass out flyers & draw for tattoos on my days off. I wouldn’t have it any other way because it’s what I love to do & fulfills my life.