We had the good fortune of connecting with Jalen Gage and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Jalen, how do you think about risk?
At some point in life, you’ll come to the realization that you want to advance and need to invest in yourself. So I had to take a leap of faith and trust in God’s leadership to direct me in the right direction. I also realized that Fear prevents us from taking risks, and without going out on the branch, we’re never going to get the best fruit.

Can you open up a bit about your work and career? We’re big fans and we’d love for our community to learn more about your work.
It was not easy. A lot of hard work and dedication. I had to build my confidence up from scratch. I practiced better hygiene, better attitude, and changed my mindset. Now I can finally say that I’m a Social Media Influencer & Fashion Model, who strives to highlight the true essence of my content and fashion diversity while utilizing my platforms to make a positive impact on young, inspiring models and potential market influencers. My objective is to maintain a distinctive sense of creative content that people from all over the world can relate to through the highlighting of my work. I am looking forward to working with other individuals along this journey. I have a strong sense of confidence in street fashion and swimwear, and I enjoy collaborating with photographers and agencies with a creative drive.

Let’s say your best friend was visiting the area and you wanted to show them the best time ever. Where would you take them? Give us a little itinerary – say it was a week long trip, where would you eat, drink, visit, hang out, etc.
If my best friend was visiting the area, we’d visit New Orleans, since It’s not to far away. We would eat brunch at The Ruby Slipper, later that evening , we would eat and have drinks at Nice Guys Nola, which is a great place to hang out. I really enjoyed Loft 18 because it has a multipurpose venue featuring 5 golf simulators & a sports bar with karaoke & American grill fare. Bourbon street would be a must as well.

Who else deserves some credit and recognition?
The support of my family, friends, and fans has been a constant source of inspiration. Their unwavering dedication and enthusiasm have fueled my passion and drive. Their kind words of encouragement, whether through social media, emails, or in-person interactions, have reminded me of the impact my work has on others. Their unwavering support has given me the confidence to continue pursuing my dreams and has made me realize the importance of using my platform to make a positive difference.

Website: https://www.jalengage.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jalen_gage?igsh=MWJ0MHN6bjE4ODI5cw%3D%3D&utm_source=qr

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Image Credits
Kelvin Cortez

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