Guest Blogger PR Girl Angel
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I’m not a “business woman”; I’m a “business” – PRGirlAngel
As the owner and operator of 2 successful companies, Angel
Willis aka PRGirlAngel, takes a minute to talk to Ms. Tra` "The Gem", about career,
being an entrepreneur, and woman in
the entertainment business.
PRGirlAngel Entertainment is my first business circa 2007,
Ft Lauderdale FL. This business was started as a PR/ Marketing Firm, which was
aimed toward Caribbean businesses and entertainers. The business basically came
from my love for music, and Caribbean culture.
Prior to moving to Ft
Lauderdale, growing up in Boston I was exposed to many cultures, lifestyle, and
music. Music has always played a major role in my life. I come from a musical
family, maternally and paternally. Being raised by grandparents, I had a very
structured and religious upbringing. My grandfather was the director of 2
church choirs, and a member of 3. My grandmother cousin and aunt were all a
part of the Boston Symphony Pops choir. As a child I took piano lessons, and
learned how to read music by the age of 8. In elementary I went to a private
“African culture inspired” school Imani Institute. There I learned how to play
the drums, African dance, and express my thoughts through poetry, and
writing. The mastering of expression
through writing stuck for many years.
As a teenager, my father, and aunts were always very
connected to the music scene and knew all the famous rappers, promoters, and
entertainers. My dad was also an entrepreneur. I watched and observed. I looked and learned.
At a very early age, I knew I wanted to be a part of that world. “The Music
World”, it was like a dream to me. But
the question was, what would I do in this dream world? I loved to sing, but was
too shy, I knew how to play instruments, but didn’t want to do it full time…
But, I loved to write. I decided to start my own website, to cover music events
and entertainment news. www.PRGirlAngel.Blogspot.com
The more news and events I covered, the more people took
notice. I started to get contacted by artist, labels, and other media outlets.
But I wanted more. I wanted to not only be my own voice, but I wanted to be
their voice. While studying Public
Relations at Broward Community College, I decided, to start PRGirlAngel
Entertainment, and worked as a publicist to people within my network I had
created. A friend by the name of “Missy
876”, also in the entertainment industry, gave me the final push I needed to
get started. I remember after a long conversation, her words were “if you ever
need ANYTHING, call me, I am here”. I had always looked up to Missy, and
although she never knew, that conversation was the true start of PRGirlAngel.
I worked for many years as a publicist, for several
dancehall artists, radio stations, and other businesses. Within a few short
years, I had built my professional reputation, and network by great business
ethic, and undeniable determination.
The misconception is that working for self is care free,
fun, and happy go lucky all the time. The truth is that you actually work
harder when you are an entrepreneur.
There are no such things as “business hours”, “holidays” or “overtime pay”.
Either you love what you do, and do it with 110% effort unconditionally, or do
it part time and never reap one single benefit. My motto is “go hard or go
home”. Often times I work all day sleeping 2 hours or less at night. I am a
mother; my motherly duties have to be executed as well. But I keep my eyes on
the prize, and work hard. I will not stop until I physically have to.
In 2012, I
started a second company, “The Queens Hair”, (www.TheQueensHair.com) selling grade
5A virgin hair extensions. Hair and beauty is my second love, and second business. While things are as busy as ever, I am enjoying the success of both my businesses, and look forward to bigger and better networking opportunities, and business opportunities.
5A virgin hair extensions. Hair and beauty is my second love, and second business. While things are as busy as ever, I am enjoying the success of both my businesses, and look forward to bigger and better networking opportunities, and business opportunities.
At the age of 30,
I can honestly say the best is yet to come. I am still taking on new clients
and projects for PRGirlAngel Entertainment (marketing and public relations) and
The Queens Hair continues to evolve.
"My advice to
young woman trying to become entrepreneurs is to first and foremost, stay in
the light of God! Adversity is definitely going to come your way, and there
will be a million reasons to give up, but whatever your one reason for going on
is, hold it near and dear to you, and never let it go. Having balance in life
is key; otherwise everything can become overwhelming, very quickly. Never be
afraid to ask for help when it’s needed. Don’t be afraid to fail, or you will
never succeed. I have had many trials and tribulations, many scandals and many
hardships. But, my undying motivation keeps me going one day at a time. I have
weathered the storm, and you can too. "
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