An Inspired Chat with Benjamin Yirenkyi of Manhattan

We recently had the chance to connect with Benjamin Yirenkyi and have shared our conversation below.

Hi Benjamin, thank you so much for joining us today. We’re thrilled to learn more about your journey, values and what you are currently working on. Let’s start with an ice breaker: What’s more important to you—intelligence, energy, or integrity?
Integrity

Can you briefly introduce yourself and share what makes you or your brand unique?
Hi Everyone, my name is Benjamin and i am a professional model. I was scouted as a model when I was 16 and have been modelling ever since. It’s something I thoroughly enjoy doing and has become a part of me.

Thanks for sharing that. Would love to go back in time and hear about how your past might have impacted who you are today. Who taught you the most about work?
I would say my mom. She is the epitome of a workaholic. My mom is an Entrepreneur and has been since I was a child. I recall seeing her working nonstop. She instilled that in me and my siblings.

If you could say one kind thing to your younger self, what would it be?
Hmmm! Now, that’s a very good question. I would say to the young Benny- kudos for never giving up and for always being super ambitious because those qualities are what have brought you this far.

So a lot of these questions go deep, but if you are open to it, we’ve got a few more questions that we’d love to get your take on. What would your closest friends say really matters to you?
This is a pretty easy one. I’m pretty sure they would unanimously say Success is something that really matters to me.

My drive to be successful has always been something my friends have picked on.

Before we go, we’d love to hear your thoughts on some longer-run, legacy type questions. What is the story you hope people tell about you when you’re gone?
About how generous and kind I was and how I always managed to impact to positively impact others in various ways.

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