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Jeramy
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How did you first begin your journey?
what made you realize that this is what you want to do in life.
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Rebecca Aidoo
Fashion specialists
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Accra, Greater Accra Region, Ghana
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The moment I realized I wanted to become a sustainable fashion entrepreneur began with a personal conviction about stewardship. I have always believed in taking care of things not because someone asked me to, but because it is my responsibility to protect what nature has given us. I feel a strong sense of duty to preserve the environment and guard it from being destroyed by harmful human activities.
This belief naturally led me into environmental activism, where I became more aware of the impact of industries like fashion on both people and the planet. Seeing how fast fashion contributes to waste, pollution, and exploitation made me realize that I wanted to be part of the solution rather than remain a bystander.
That was when I knew sustainable fashion was the path I wanted to pursue. It allowed me to combine my passion for environmental responsibility, creativity, and entrepreneurship into something meaningful. It is more than just a career choice for me; it is a purpose-driven journey to create positive change.
This belief naturally led me into environmental activism, where I became more aware of the impact of industries like fashion on both people and the planet. Seeing how fast fashion contributes to waste, pollution, and exploitation made me realize that I wanted to be part of the solution rather than remain a bystander.
That was when I knew sustainable fashion was the path I wanted to pursue. It allowed me to combine my passion for environmental responsibility, creativity, and entrepreneurship into something meaningful. It is more than just a career choice for me; it is a purpose-driven journey to create positive change.
Julia Hacker
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Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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I think my journey started first with a dream. When I was young, I wanted to be a dancer. I loved ballet very much and I believed in this dream. But I was not accepted, because they told me I did not have the right body for it.
At that time it was painful, of course. When you are young and someone closes one door, it can feel like your whole dream is finished. But later I understood that maybe I did not only love dance itself. I also loved the whole world around ballet — the atmosphere, the beauty, the colours, the fabrics, the costumes, the movement, the music, the feeling of it.
So slowly I started to understand that what I really wanted was to be close to beauty. I was mesmerized by outfits, costumes, fabric, shapes, and colours. Even more than makeup, I loved the clothing and the design part. This is how I came to the idea that maybe I wanted to become a fashion designer.
I think I was around 15 when I started to take drawing classes. From there, I continued to learn and develop my skills. Later I went to university and I had a career in fashion design.
Today I am not in fashion anymore, but I am a professional painter, and I love what I do. So when I look back, I see that the first dream did not disappear. It changed shape. Ballet led me to fashion, fashion led me to art, and all of it was connected by the same love for beauty, colour, feeling, and expression.
My advice to you is: don’t be afraid if your first dream changes. Sometimes we think we want one exact thing, but what we really love is something deeper inside it. Ask yourself: what part of this dream makes me feel alive? Is it the performance, the people, the colours, the creativity, the discipline, the feeling?
If one door does not open, it does not mean you are not talented. Maybe it means there is another door that fits you better. Keep listening to yourself, keep trying things, and don’t be scared to change direction. Your path can still be beautiful, even if it does not look exactly like you imagined in the beginning.
At that time it was painful, of course. When you are young and someone closes one door, it can feel like your whole dream is finished. But later I understood that maybe I did not only love dance itself. I also loved the whole world around ballet — the atmosphere, the beauty, the colours, the fabrics, the costumes, the movement, the music, the feeling of it.
So slowly I started to understand that what I really wanted was to be close to beauty. I was mesmerized by outfits, costumes, fabric, shapes, and colours. Even more than makeup, I loved the clothing and the design part. This is how I came to the idea that maybe I wanted to become a fashion designer.
I think I was around 15 when I started to take drawing classes. From there, I continued to learn and develop my skills. Later I went to university and I had a career in fashion design.
Today I am not in fashion anymore, but I am a professional painter, and I love what I do. So when I look back, I see that the first dream did not disappear. It changed shape. Ballet led me to fashion, fashion led me to art, and all of it was connected by the same love for beauty, colour, feeling, and expression.
My advice to you is: don’t be afraid if your first dream changes. Sometimes we think we want one exact thing, but what we really love is something deeper inside it. Ask yourself: what part of this dream makes me feel alive? Is it the performance, the people, the colours, the creativity, the discipline, the feeling?
If one door does not open, it does not mean you are not talented. Maybe it means there is another door that fits you better. Keep listening to yourself, keep trying things, and don’t be scared to change direction. Your path can still be beautiful, even if it does not look exactly like you imagined in the beginning.
Richard Hall
IT Leader
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Harrogate, England, United Kingdom
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Richard’s Answer
I was inspired at the age of 9 when I got to play with a computer for the first time in the mid eighties. I instantly knew I wanted to do something with computers (I've now spent 32 years in an IT career). I think it's a real blessing to turn your passion into a career, it makes work less work!
I hope you find something interesting that sparks your imagination and gives you something to aim towards.
I hope you find something interesting that sparks your imagination and gives you something to aim towards.
John Graham
Music Producer
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Bremerton, Washington
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Hi Jeramy - What a great question!
Reflecting back as a producer, musician, and audio engineer today - I'd have to say it started with a basic love of music all my life, gradual development, perseverance, and a lot of delays, interruptions, and interference along the way. I started classical piano training at age five, then learned music theory, Popular and Jazz genres in my teens. In 7th grade I started Orchestra classes, playing drums, percussion, double bass, and then coming back to piano. During that time my school administered a music aptitude test and they told me I had no ability at all - which I promptly ignored. In 10th grade I joined Concert Choir and Madrigals, which led to community events, and playing/singing in restaurants, clubs, and bands, and church - and I firmly decided on making music a career. Then everything got put on the back burner when I got drafted into the military, got married, and had a family to support. When I retired from active duty, I finally got back into music performing, but was really drawn into recording and producing - first with analog gear, and then digital audio when that came along. Since then I've released five albums, two EPs, and a number of singles - mostly covers, but some originals as well. I'm working on my sixth album, collaborate with other musicians from all over the world, never been happier, and can't imagine myself doing anything else.
I agree with Julia about getting in touch with your feelings, understanding and pursuing what gives you joy. It's what makes life worth living.
Good luck on your journey - you're going to do great!
Reflecting back as a producer, musician, and audio engineer today - I'd have to say it started with a basic love of music all my life, gradual development, perseverance, and a lot of delays, interruptions, and interference along the way. I started classical piano training at age five, then learned music theory, Popular and Jazz genres in my teens. In 7th grade I started Orchestra classes, playing drums, percussion, double bass, and then coming back to piano. During that time my school administered a music aptitude test and they told me I had no ability at all - which I promptly ignored. In 10th grade I joined Concert Choir and Madrigals, which led to community events, and playing/singing in restaurants, clubs, and bands, and church - and I firmly decided on making music a career. Then everything got put on the back burner when I got drafted into the military, got married, and had a family to support. When I retired from active duty, I finally got back into music performing, but was really drawn into recording and producing - first with analog gear, and then digital audio when that came along. Since then I've released five albums, two EPs, and a number of singles - mostly covers, but some originals as well. I'm working on my sixth album, collaborate with other musicians from all over the world, never been happier, and can't imagine myself doing anything else.
I agree with Julia about getting in touch with your feelings, understanding and pursuing what gives you joy. It's what makes life worth living.
Good luck on your journey - you're going to do great!