We recently connected with Rachel “Ray-D” Dowl and have shared our conversation below.
Rachel “Ray-D”, looking forward to hearing all of your stories today. Risking taking is a huge part of most people’s story but too often society overlooks those risks and only focuses on where you are today. Can you talk to us about a risk you’ve taken – it could be a big risk or a small one – but walk us through the backstory.
I Took A Risk On Myself, 10 Toes Down Everytime! While Navigating Being A Single Parent To An Amazing King ( He Now Graduates Next Month!!! Ty Lord! ), I Stepped Out Into Multiple Hats Of Life, Love, Learning & Self Expression. I’ve Been A Financial Advisor For 15+ Years, A Model & Actress For Now 6 Years, A Musician & Poet For 14+ Years & A Mommy For 18 Years (lol), Etc. It’s Now My Time To Be My Own Adult Again & Rebrand My Look, My Businesses & My Life. I Thank God For Every Opportunity!
Rachel “Ray-D”, before we move on to more of these sorts of questions, can you take some time to bring our readers up to speed on you and what you do?
I Labeled Myself A “Chevy Model Built Ford Tough” Way Back In The Beginning Of My Journey. I got into the different levels Of Artistry To Always Embrace Myself & Stay True To My Evolving Layers. Music & Poetry Got Me Through Many Dark & Lonely Days Of Insecurities & Unworthiness. As I Began To Find More Creativity While Strengthening My Voice, I Became A Powerhouse To Reckon With.
I Provide Many Diverse Services. Being A Financial Advisor Helps Me Stay On Target For Myself & Help Others Who Would Like To Take Back Their Lives / Finances To Grow In The Upside Down Economy. I Am Model Liaison To Help Guide & Mold New / Seasoned Models & Actors / Actresses To The Multiple Levels & Opportunities That Are Out There. My Many Other Talents Cover Various Levels & Topics. It Helps That I’m Well World Traveled, As Well.
I’m Very Proud Of Being Perfectly Imperfect & What Sets Me Apart Is My Sight, My Drive & Execution! 3 Different Movies, Multiple Fashion Weeks That I’ve Walked In & Been Paid To Coach ( Liaison ), Countless Photoshoots & Fashion Shows, #Tuh . The Best Is Yet To Come! #Amen
We often hear about learning lessons – but just as important is unlearning lessons. Have you ever had to unlearn a lesson?
WHEW…. I Had To Relearn, Multiple Times Over, That Just Because You’re A Good Person & Good To People / The World Doesn’t Guarantee People Or The World Will Be GOOD TO YOU! You Have To Stay Realistic At All Times & It’s Important To Always Watch / Understand What People Are Showing / Telling You Right In Front Of Your Face! I’ve Started My Journey Being Open & Naive Thinking The Universe Would Give Me Safety & Grace Everytime. I Learned Quickly, People Can Be Mean, Cruel, Unhappy & Destructive. To You & Themselves. Now, I Definitely Move To My Own Lane Praying That God Stay Leading Me & Protecting Me / Mines. I’ve Got Tunnel Vision While Not Letting Anyone Get In The Way!
Any advice for managing a team?
It’s Interesting That As I’ve Looked Back Over My Journey Of Life, Personally & Professionally, I’ve Always Been In Leadership Of Some Sort. It Suits Me Well. I’ve Used My Knowledge & People Person Skills To Help Any Life, Animal, Situation, Etc. I’ve Come Across To Grow For a The Better. My Advice For Managing A Team Is To Remember That We Are People First. We Are Human & Have Feelings / Emotions While Life Is Out Here LIFE-IN!!! #Periodt Maintaining High Morale Is Glass Half Full Vibes. Each Day Is A New Day To Get Better & To Get It Right! DO BETTER!!!
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.facebook.com/RayD52
- Instagram: https://Www.Instagram.com/ray52ray
- Facebook: https://Www.facebook.com/RayDeezie
- Twitter: https://Www.twitter.com/Ray_Ray52
- Youtube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCKd6QHiObjJjv8Xu6tY7Odg
- Other: Snapchat:
https://www.snapchat.com/add/raydeezie52FB: Do Your Work!
Www.facebook.com/RaysDoYourWork
Image Credits
– @Dimethemanager
– @Klyonsphotos
– Canadian Photographer