From porn stars to the management company: the rules of the career of Jessie Andrews
The story of unconventional success 25-year-old American.
Jessie Andrews at 25 years old has achieved more than most people make in a lifetime. Who are successful on their own, the founder of many fashion brands have not graduated from high school, made a career as a porn star, touring as an international DJ and producer, and studied all the details of the fashion industry — all under the age of 21 years. Her jewelry line Bagatiba has become very popular among individuals like Hadid, Jenner, and Kardashian, right after she launched two more brand: Basic Swim and Jeu Illimité.
During our interview for The “Failure” Factor I was struck by her wisdom and demeanor — she is not the diva that I was, and I quietly scolded myself that stereotypical thought of her like that. She warmly commented on my “energy” before I told him what brought her to the industry of adult films, as she “had a head on his shoulders when the other girl took drugs and had fun at parties”, and how she rediscovered herself. I was humbled when she described how they created their own brands like under her leadership, the business has evolved from design, marketing, development web pages, to production, to publishing in social networks and customer service.
I, as a therapist, was particularly interested in its resilience, given that every day she needs to make important decisions. During the conversation she reveals their attitudes and strategies that led her to success in business, including the 2017 her first million dollars on the line Bagatiba.
1. Possibly create a company on their own.
Andrews supported the idea of creating and developing a business from scratch and who want to raise capital unless it is absolutely necessary. “I still invest my own money, which, in my opinion, slowly but surely leads to success. Of course, companies can succeed if they have a ton of money, but when you really spend the time to distribute the money properly, it had a real impact.”.
Reckless spending, low responsibility for implementation of the concept and poor investor relations are just some of the risk factors in the mobilization of financial resources. Depending on your costs to start can be enough to take out a loan.
2. If you do not know something, look on Google.
In my experience, aspiring entrepreneurs feel that they are treading water, having strong belief that they must “know everything”. Andrews calls for autodidactic, and she learns everything by herself, from working as a DJ to brand design.
“I’d say I’m doing well, says Andrews. — Google is really the greatest tool. If I don’t know how to do something, I look for that in Google. Don’t just sit and ask yourself questions that have no answer. It will not come to you in a dream — ask Google!”.
3. Be prepared to “get dirty”.
Andrews understands that in the evolving glory of the founder of the company, there are also stresses in the solution of the less glamorous tasks associated with the creation of the company.
Many people want to use all the cool and new. They want the brand development and success without much effort. They want to run the brand, but do not want to work hard on it. They do not want to create a web site. I have friends who want to create a brand, I tell them, “if you really want it, you should do it all… you have to work at it”.
Having conducted dozens of interviews with successful founders, I believe that the breakthrough to success through hard work is closely linked with the intended purpose. To be honest with yourself — why you are starting a business, whether your motives are organic and long-term or are they short and shallow.
4. Surround yourself with the right people.
Problems, which are often said by entrepreneurs, mainly individual entrepreneurs, connected with the importance of a support network. Only selfless love helps to cope with the discomfort that arises from unavoidable uncertainties, challenges and disappointments. “Surround yourself with positive people who will support you and love you no matter what, in times of worries and troubles, UPS and downs. I think this is very important,” emphasizes Andrews.
5. Don’t forget about the prospects.
Wise Andrews is a sense of gratitude — it allows her not to pay attention to gossip and talk and concentrate on what is important.
“At this stage of my life I’m just happy that I live in. I’m happy with what I got — business, life, creativity, those things that I know the people I know — I’m just happy to be here.”
Translation Natalia Tanyuk
