Diego Mannino was first introduced to the tattooing via the skateboarding community in the 1980s.

“Back then it was considered taboo and still part of the outlaw culture,” he recalls.

When Mannino was getting started, he had no idea that tattooing could be a viable career path. He initially studied illustration, before trying his hand at tattoos in the 90s. Since then, he has gone from strength to strength.

Today, Mannino’s work is recognized all over the world. He is sought-after for his Japanese-style custom ink. In this episode, he shares the money lessons he has learned from working in a cash-based business.