“Everything is a weed until it's made a flower,” with podcast guest Fernando Kabigting, found of FDK Florals

More Than Work

Fernando Kabigting: From Corporate to Creative Life

In this episode of More Than Work, host Rabiah Coon talks with their guest, Fernando Kabigting. They delve into Fernando's life-changing decision to leave his corporate job in fashion to enter the creative industry, specifically floral design. Fernando touches on his experiences from starting in advertising, transitioning to fashion, to eventually establishing his own business that transcends traditional floral design. He also discusses his motivations, personal values, and commitment to sustainable and responsible practices in his work. Lastly, he shares how important it is to see yourself represented in an industry and forging your own way as an immigrant.

00:08 Introduction

00:50 Welcome Fernando

01:49 Fernando's Journey into Fashion

05:04 Transition to Floral Design

07:41 Creating a Sustainable Business

17:57 Reflections on Identity and Business

36:20 Dealing with Overwork & Achieving Balance

Note from Rabiah (Host):

After admiring Fernando’s work from afar for quite a while, I finally reached out to ask him to be on the podcast. In the past, we lived in the same city and I got to see first-hand what a dynamic person he is but getting the chance to talk to him about what motivates him reminded me of the importance of sharing stories and showing who we are. This episode felt like why I created the podcast.

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Find Fernando

Website: https://www.fdkflorals.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fdk_florals

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Mentioned in this episode:

Jonathan Anderson https://www.instagram.com/jonathan.anderson/

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