We recently connected with Tamryne Jefferson and have shared our conversation below.

Tamryne , thanks for taking the time to share your stories with us today We’ve love to hear an interesting investment story – what was one of the best or worst investments you’ve made? (Note, these responses are only intended as entertainment and shouldn’t be construed as investment advice)

Best investment I’ve made is the time I spent doing what I loved even though it meant wasting time on contracts that didn’t result in financial gain but were my stepping stools to the next stage in my career!

When I first started getting contract work as a creative, I was screwed over each time. Spent countless hours planning and organizing the business, drove to multiple locations with a gas tank that never went above quarter tank, pitching clients marketing ideas, creating content, and enjoying every second. From assisting creative entrepreneurs with their start-ups to marketing for established small businesses like restaurants. Reminder, this was all for free. Multiple times I was told “You’ll get paid with the next sale.”

There was one contractor gig I did, where I worked with a great business woman, or so I thought. I was assisting her with securing clients to highlight on her website. After working with her, red flags began to surface but I ignored them because I loved the work I was doing. Red flags from small weird ones like jumping out of pictures and any video, to big ones like always having an excuse for not paying me, and being super responsive until held accountable or pay was mentioned. There were multiple clients who advised her (in front of me), if it wasn’t for my pitch, she would’ve lost their business. And still no pay. My husband looked at me and said “Its been time for you to get paid. Move on.” That’s all I needed… after battling in my head for a few more days.. I agreed.

When you start off, the experience matters more than the money. Plus, when it’s something you love, you will do it for free! This is when I learned an important lesson. Investments are sacrifices that produce. SMART Investments are sacrifices that produce success. When I review investments, in addition to using SMART (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time), I may provide a “free period” of time I am willing to invest for free. However, that is a case by case basis. 95% of the time, financial receipts are required.

Investing my time in all those experiences paved the way for other opportunities within the film industry, community theatres, and contract work with community centers and churches. Investing time in what I love is my best investment!

Great, appreciate you sharing that with us. Before we ask you to share more of your insights, can you take a moment to introduce yourself and how you got to where you are today to our readers.

The “ItsMeTamryne” brand endorses the truth and promotes positivity through encouragement. As a contractor, services provided include script-writing, directing, producing, teaching acting, marketing, business organization and profit focus.

With my knowledge of the film and theatre industry within Georgia and Maryland, from working on sets as actor on shows like House of Cards and Wild N Out, to movies like Life Size 2 and Little to game shows like America Says and Flip Side to working as a stand in for Hexela on Dwight in Shining Armor to a community theatre performance of Geezers. and crew to writing scripts for independent artists. From these experiences and further inside knowledge, I can assist with advising the directions to take, where to apply and I get paid when you get paid.

But that’s not the only thing I do… Need assistance with creating or revitalizing a theatre program within a community centers, church, or school, ItsMeTamryne can assist. From assisting overwhelmed but talented 1st time theatre teachers with school productions to providing an adaptable structure for a church or community center to adjust according to their facility and number of participants.

And that’s not all folks… After managing a restaurant that was of #26 out of 27 restaurants in that chain and increasing the profits, revenue, and cleanliness to #7 out of 27 within 4 months of assuming management position. Administrative work done within law firms and local government provide a strong background of confidentiality, organization, and effective communication. From professional administrative positions to operating a restaurant as a manager, I can provide insight to a business structure that can increase revenue.

Want to learn more? Check out my social media to get connected! @Itsmetamryne

In your view, what can society to do to best support artists, creatives and a thriving creative ecosystem?

Everyone loves free events but let’s support financially as well! Got an event that is saying donations for entrance? If you got it, donate an actual ticket price amount or half of it. Support financially and watch your creative community thrive!
Plus we can stop complaining about “Not having anything to watch!” Our creatives will be financially funded to produce the things you want to see! Try it!

Is there mission driving your creative journey?

ItsMeTamryne is driven by truth and love. Love from family – HUGE SHOUTOUT TO MY HUSBAND, KIDS, and GRANDSON who love and support me! Thank you is not enough – I love you!

Love and Truth are characteristics of the God I love. More than that, these are WHO HE IS. I am not perfect and I am not always right but God calls me to be quick to repent (make a 180 in direction) and to heed wisdom.

My mission is to be a trampoline. When someone takes the leap into business with ItsMeTamryne, they are sprung into success from my accomplished goals, experiences, and God-given insight.

My goal is to operate daily with a passion to learn and grow in multiple areas and a desire to enjoy each moment. This goal has been SMART approved- follow @itsmetamryne to hear more.

Contact Info:

• Instagram: @itsmetamryne
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