Alright – so today we’ve got the honor of introducing you to J Bell. We think you’ll enjoy our conversation, we’ve shared it below.

Alright, J thanks for taking the time to share your stories and insights with us today. I’m sure there have been days where the challenges of being an artist or creative force you to think about what it would be like to just have a regular job. When’s the last time you felt that way? Did you have any insights from the experience?

I am happier in being a creative because I work on my own time. I love having that freedom and time. Furthermore, I like getting paid to do what I love. I only challenge is if I don’t work I don’t eat. A lot of times you will have to depend on bookings, or shows to get paid. However, I look at it as the drive that keeps me going. I could never work a regular job because I know I have too much talent. It’s draining to do something an waste time sitting still. I think that’s how people lose their passion, by sitting behind that desk or be drained by that job they hate.

J, 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?

I started off young with music from singing in church to school talent shows. I ventured into acting which then led into hosting. Anything on a microphone I can do well. So not only do I make music, I also offer services as a Emcee/Host for multiple events. I’m a so blessed to now be the official Emcee for the Harlem Globetrotters traveling the world and putting smiles on peoples faces lol. What I want people do get from me is my hustle. They already say “what don’t you do”. However, I want them to know that I am a established brand name “JBellTheArtist” from well rebound Emcee to recording artist and song writer. I want it to be know to never limit your talent, but always focus on your skill set.

Do you think there is something that non-creatives might struggle to understand about your journey as a creative? Maybe you can shed some light?

Non creatives will struggle to understand your personal sacrifice. For example I have no children so the only persons I have to support is myself. When I go to “work” as a Emcee non creatives don’t see that as a job? Why not? I clock in just like them, get paid just like them, but don’t have to work a full time shift like them lol. It’s all about perspective.

Can you share a story from your journey that illustrates your resilience?

I remember moving to Florida after graduating from college and I wanted to be on radio. I literally waited 2 years and worked a radio advertising sales job just to be in the same building. They seen my skill set and allowed me to be on air. Then 3 years later I got laid off. Now stuck in Florida with no job, no gigs, and rent due. I decided to take a leap of faith and move to Atlanta. As soon a I got here I hit the ground running, going to every networking event, music conference, and media hangout. It was about a years time and no job had hit me back but I did get a couple gigs, here and there. I seen a Emcee job for the Harlem Globetrotters. I applied and forgot about it honestly. Two weeks later they called me to come for a audition. I competed against 5 other people and got the job! Now I travel the world in front of thousands of people everyday sharing my gift. Crazy story right?

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