We asked rising stars from the community to open up to us about their end goal. We asked them where they want to be, professionally, by the end of their careers and have shared some of those responses below.

Queen Angela | Queen of Collaborations; Da Game Changer

My ultimate professional goal is to be a catalyst for positive change in the world. By the end of my career, I envision myself being an example of a purposeful and fulfilling life, inspiring others to do the same. I strive to establish and run the Gateway Center to Excellence, a facility dedicated to supporting the entire community. Through this center, I aim to teach individuals to unlearn and relearn, love, lead, and serve, empowering the next generation of leaders. Let us all strive to make a difference and leave a lasting impact on the world. Read more>>

Christine Racheal | Novelist & Filmmaker

I’ve seldom considered the end of my career because I am so incredibly passionate about storytelling that I cannot imagine its end until my point of transition from this world. My heart to inspire and encourage women through my novels and films may not be easy to gauge, but my prayer is that I am effective in the end. In addition, I am focused on creating a traditional publishing house to leave a legacy of relationships with other writers whose stories will also be shared with the world. Read more>>

Braylin Hardin | Celebrity chef

When it’s all said and done and time to hang up the chef jacket, I want people to know I gave it all I had. Every single day. I gave blood, sweat and tears every time I step foot in the kitchen. To my mother, my grandmother and my future kids, everything I did I did for y’all. The long nights and early mornings, traveling and struggle will all pay off soon. Read more>>

Jada Samone’ | Actress. MUA. Business Owner and Content Creator.

The end goal for me would be being a successful actor, producer, director and screenwriter, working across television and film. Success would mean achievements after achievements. Being able to go to work and say I love what I do for a living. At the end of my career, I would like to look back at the work that I have done and feel a sense of joy and pride. Pride in the storytelling that I got to be a part of, proud of the performances that I was able to give and feel good about being able to inspire others that you can still go after your dreams being a mother or having kids. Read more>>