We had the good fortune of connecting with Joseph Tompkins and we’ve shared our conversation below.
Hi Joseph, is there a quote or affirmation that’s meaningful to you?
My favorite quote is one that I created myself :
Mediocrity comes to those who wait for their dreams, Greatness comes to those who pursue them- Joseph Tompkins
I created this quote in my darkest hour. I was homeless, I barely had any money and I didn’t know where my next meal was coming from but I never gave up. Instead, I let that moment fuel the rest of my life and slowly started to break myself out of the mediocre mindset I was stuck in for so long. I began to manifest the life I wanted and pursue it with everything in my soul. My success didn’t happen overnight In less than 5 years, I went from homeless to Homeowner, walking on the street to dream car, broke to multiple businesses on the Forbes list and I’m just getting started.
Alright, so for those in our community who might not be familiar with your business, can you tell us more?
BLACK SUCCESS is a company dedicated to not just clothing & fashion but also education, culture, and the progression of the African American community. Through this clothing line, I hope to inspire the next generation to follow their hearts and to never stop until they achieve their version of success.
Starting this business wasn’t easy I was met with doubt and fear from friends and family but with determination and consistency I made it and the sky is the limit now!
The Shoutout series is all about recognizing that our success and where we are in life is at least somewhat thanks to the efforts, support, mentorship, love and encouragement of others. So is there someone that you want to dedicate your shoutout to?
All the recognition and credit goes to my children Aiden and Ayanna they are my drive force and the reason for my success today. Without their undying love affection, I don’t know where I would be today.
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Linkedin: Joseph Tompkins
Twitter: @Black__Success
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