We caught up with the brilliant and insightful Brandon “MINDFRAME” Russell a few weeks ago and have shared our conversation below.
Brandon “MINDFRAME”, so great to have you with us and we want to jump right into a really important question. In recent years, it’s become so clear that we’re living through a time where so many folks are lacking self-confidence and self-esteem. So, we’d love to hear about your journey and how you developed your self-confidence and self-esteem.
I believe my confidence and self-esteem developed like most people… I started off with very little. Close to none! I was very shy and timid as a kid growing up. I struggled with being able to connect with others as myself. As I grew older, music changed that about me! It gave me process to use and start helping to open up. Once I began seeing that this worked and others related to it whether I was being silly or serious, my confidence in my talents started to help build the confidence in my true self. Then I would say being a competitive person and getting into sports helped mold my self esteem and confidence as well. I wasn’t always the biggest, the fastest, or the strongest…, but I gave it my all and had heart!
Appreciate the insights and wisdom. Before we dig deeper and ask you about the skills that matter and more, maybe you can tell our readers about yourself?
I am an Independent Artist (Rap, RnB, Soul, Alternative), a Creative, and Designer and Owner of my own Clothing Brand and Merchandise. MINDFRAME (@thankgodimframe) is my stage name/persona and AirBornKings,LifeLongDreams is my brand name. I’ve been making music for over 15 years and have been professionally almost 10. With that being said, I have accomplished so much! I’ve opened up for/shared stages alongside legends! Traveled to different cities and states, and have even performed out of the country! My latest project is entitled “MINDoverMatter” and is available on all streaming platforms! A few singles that are doing well are ” Aye Mane Say Mane” , “Find Me”, and “Unknown Unknowns”! Also, my brand (ABKLLDclothing) has new apparel out now with more to come! Just head over to my official website, www.thankgodimframe.com and check everything out!
There is so much advice out there about all the different skills and qualities folks need to develop in order to succeed in today’s highly competitive environment and often it can feel overwhelming. So, if we had to break it down to just the three that matter most, which three skills or qualities would you focus on?
I would have to say my three qualities/skills are my creativity, my strong will, and my faith that have impacted my journey the most! I wouldn’t be as dope of an artist if lacked creativity, I woulda given up after the first no if not for my will to win, and my faith in God keeps me pushing forward cause I know, trust and believe that I have purpose!
My advice to others would be to establish what their strengths are and also their weaknesses. They go hand-in-hand! I had to realize this at a certain point to better myself in areas I may have been lacking in.
What’s been one of your main areas of growth this year?
I would most definitely have to say that my knowledge, practice, and implementation of marketing myself has gotten BIGGER and Better! From joining up with other companies, agencies, and personnel to help grow my brand and expand my reach and fan base! I’ve also taken that approach into my own hands by establishing and running my own ads.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.thankgodimframe.com
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thankgodimframe
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thankgodimframe
- Youtube: https://youtube.com/@ThankGodImFRAME
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