How One Girl Used Social Media And Became Insta-famous

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Last week I featured a recent fashion student graduate for fashion Friday, and this week I want to highlight a high school graduate that you may have come across on social media, Kyemah McEntyre. She went from a bullied teen to prom queen after designing her own prom dress.

As an artist I have a completely different point of view compared to most individuals. I am extremely analytical and observant. Throughout the world, we have people who do not notice each others essence and humanity. We Stunt our collective spiritual growth by allowing assumptions and stereotypes to cloud our mind and thus our physical reality. We let these negative ideas get the best of us, and in turn a world of isolation is manifested by our lack of sensitivity and desire to sympathize with each other. This results in a world in which people live within the confines of their own space, isolated from each other and separated from the rest of the world. Sometimes we get trapped in our own prejudice ways. We don't notice how the idea of a particular type of person changes the way we live our lives. The most creative people are the ones who step out of their comfort zone and take advantage of the world around them. My abilities as an artist allows me to experience the benefits that versatility fosters. Being exposed to all kinds of people and cultures is the muse for my artwork. I am an aspiring artist who is very passionate about the connection between art and the world. I believe that in order for society to gain a wider horizon, we have to be willing to acknowledge other people from differences, beliefs, morals, and values. #kyebreaktheinternet I love you guys, because of you all I continue to keep pushing no matter the circumstance. Let's try this again ✊🏾💕💕

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When I tell you to leverage social media to your advantage, I'm telling you for a reason, it works! Here's a young girl who went from unknown to 'instafamous' by simply showcasing her talent for the world to see. Curious what opportunities it's brought her? 

Her fellow New Jersey native, singer turned actor, Naturi Naughton, commissioned Kyemah to design a dress for one of her red carpet events, giving Kyemah even more exposure. 

What Kyemah has accomplished can be duplicated, there's no need for her success to be an abnormally. Another online presence that Kymah's got right is having a website.  It's simple but communicates what people need to know, who she is, what she does, and how you can reach her. She has another more elaborate website (which unfortunately wasn't working for me) but I wanted to highlight the initial one to prove that you don't need anything fancy to get started. As long as people know how to get a hold you, and eventually PAY you. 

Although Kyemah has utilized a number of different forms of social media, you really only need to master one if you're not a fan of social media. Use it to your advantage. Who knows, perhaps you too could end up on stage with Tyra Banks.

A quote that Kyemah has on her website, and also had on her graduation cap is "Never leave your identity in the hands of society." The way that I interpret that is that you need to control the conversation. Own your truth and then speak it. Don't let others speak on your behalf unless they're simply reiterating what you've already said. So my challenge to you today is, get the conversation started on one of your platforms. If you don't have one, my challenge is that you open one :)  Comment below which social media platform you love to use or hate to use, and why. Using at least one effectively can do wonders for you and your brand.

Be blessed!

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