We recently connected with Jasmine Wesley and have shared our conversation below.
Alright, Jasmine thanks for taking the time to share your stories and insights with us today. Was there an experience or lesson you learned at a previous job that’s benefited your career afterwards?
For five years, I served as a manager at a restaurant, where I learned many invaluable lessons—not just about managing people and leadership, but also about myself. Over time, my passion for singing and songwriting grew stronger yet seemingly more distant with each passing year. Truth be told, I had enough self-belief to dream but lacked the courage to take concrete steps forward. I began to realize, my hesitation not only held me back but also affected those around me.
One day, I sought financial advice from my boss, specifically about stock investment. He said: “The best investment is in yourself.” His words stuck with me. Though I doubt he intended to push me towards a decision, I’ll forever be grateful for his guidance. It took me about a year of saving and a lot of self growth before I got the courage to quit. It was a monumental leap, one that challenged me to my core.
Investing in myself has been a journey of self-discovery, challenging my core beliefs and forcing me to reassess them daily.
Jasmine, love having you share your insights with us. Before we ask you more questions, maybe you can take a moment to introduce yourself to our readers who might have missed our earlier conversations?
How did you build your audience on social media?
Social media is what I call, a beast, a beautiful beast. I once heard a great insight about it being a tool to document one’s journey (I believe Gary Vee mentioned this). Initially, I was hesitant to post because my flaws were obvious to me, and I feared others would notice them too. The beauty of my journey lies in the fact that anyone can visit my page and visibly witness my growth firsthand. It’s like a time-lapse of my afro expanding, my voice gaining strength, and my confidence blossoming.
I’m grateful because only I truly understand the fear I had to overcome just to put myself out there. And I’ve become better because of it. I refer to social media as a beast because it has a unique ability to unveil your inner truth. It has a way of coaxing out insecurities and fears, leaving you to decide how to confront them and navigate the platform.
It’s an incredible opportunity to connect with other souls, but it’s essential to remember that it’s not the only opportunity out there, and it’s never worth sacrificing your peace of mind for.
A few other tips:
1. Your friends and family may not like, comment, or repost your videos. That is OKAY. Let go of the expectation of them to support you, and cherish when they do.
2. Learn about lighting and slowly invest in equipment. Lighting makes all the difference.
3. Stop scrolling as soon as you start comparing, and immediately remind yourself of your ‘why’.
4. Followers are not numbers. They are people. Just like you and me.
3. Do it afraid. Your future self will thank you.
Learning and unlearning are both critical parts of growth – can you share a story of a time when you had to unlearn a lesson?
I’ve had to let go of my pride. Enduring failure repeatedly for over a year, just to somewhat grasp this new journey in music, was a profoundly humbling experience. Every skill I thought I possessed was put to the test, and my weaknesses were glaringly highlighted. I’m starting to understand that perfection isn’t necessary; what truly matters is continuous growth and enjoying the process along the way.
Contact Info:
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsjasminewesley/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/itsjasminewesley
- Twitter: https://twitter.com/ijasminewesley
- Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@itsjasminewesley
- Other: TikTok : https://www.tiktok.com/@itsjasminewesley Email: [email protected]
Image Credits
Angelo Pullen @DrDriftwood