Ever thought about making money by getting dressed up, lounging on the beach, smiling for the camera, and getting paid with your family? Yeah, me neither...until it happened! Modeling wasn’t exactly on my radar, especially since I thought the industry was, well, let’s just say, not for me. In my mind, modeling was a world of questionable behavior and hidden agendas. Then I met Coach Angela Stikks, founder of the Christian Modeling Association (CMA), and that conversation changed everything.
Coach Stikks is not only an incredible model coach and accountability partner but also a true friend who helped me see that modeling could actually fit my life, values, and family—and be something I could do on my own terms (Christian or Not). Once I learned I could model with integrity and bring my family along for the ride, I was in!
The Unexpected Beginning: Scouted at a Football Game
The universe has a funny way of surprising us, doesn’t it? Not long after my conversation with Coach Stikks, my family and I were just minding our own business at a football game, watching three of my sons play. Out of nowhere, we were scouted...at a football game! Within a few weeks, we found ourselves on our very first modeling job. Talk about a plot twist!
Since then, we’ve done everything from commercials to Netflix series gigs to fashion modeling to stock photos. Who would have thought we’d be international models, traveling, homeschooling, working together, and turning our family time into one of the funniest ways to make money? It’s like our life has turned into its own adventure movie!
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Modeling on Your Own Terms—Yes, It’s Possible!
If the idea of modeling still feels like a stretch, trust me, I get it. But I’m here to say that with the right support (shoutout again to Coach Stikks), it’s possible to build a modeling career that fits around your values, your family, and your lifestyle. Modeling doesn’t have to mean compromising on who you are.
And while being in front of the camera isn’t for everyone, there are so many ways to make money from home that don’t require you to strike a pose. In fact, I’ve put together a course and ebook of 80 Ways to Make Money from Home (in Your PJs). Don’t worry...95% of these jobs won’t require you to leave the house, but, just in case, maybe keep your swimsuit handy, because you never know when a resort shoot might pop up!
Why I Love This Side Hustle
Sure, we still homeschool, worldschool, and make memories as a family, but now we get paid to add this unexpected adventure into the mix. It’s creative, it’s fun, and we’re building memories while adding a new income stream. Plus, who wouldn’t want to say they’re an international model, right?
So, whether or not modeling is your thing, let this be your reminder: there’s always a fun, unexpected way to make money that you probably haven’t thought of yet. And if it allows you to stay close to home (or, hey, a beach resort), why not give it a shot?
Want more ideas? Grab the guide: 80 Ways to Make Money from Home (in Your PJs). And who knows? Maybe you’ll find a new favorite way to earn, whether it’s in front of a camera or not.