Jefe Wayda of Los Angeles on Life, Lessons & Legacy

Jefe Wayda shared their story and experiences with us recently and you can find our conversation below.

Jefe, a huge thanks to you for investing the time to share your wisdom with those who are seeking it. We think it’s so important for us to share stories with our neighbors, friends and community because knowledge multiples when we share with each other. Let’s jump in: What is something outside of work that is bringing you joy lately?
Podcast , I love a few different podcast, back on figg , pour minds and Just Us.

Can you briefly introduce yourself and share what makes you or your brand unique?
Hi , My Name Is Jayda Aka Jefe , I’m A 28 year old LA NATIVE. This Year Makes 5 Years Of Me Launching My Clothing Brand One In Amilly . What Makes My Brand Interesting To Me Is I Don’t Just Sell Clothes I Participate In A lot Of Community Events & Giving Back, My Brand Symbolizes Diversity. I Have Different Logos Ex: My Main Logo Is A Bear That’s Bruised But Not Broken And Money Is Coming Out Of His Bruises And Stitches Thats A Representation Of Me , I Have A Austism Logo That Says It’s Ok To Be Different, I Have A Lupus Logo, A Breast Cancer Logo , Then I Also Have Stylish Streetwear Logos As Well As Calligraphy Classy Logos. I Tried To Make Logos That My Peers Can Relate To. In The Past I’ve Done 2 Small Giveaways Where I Picked 2 Highschool Graduates And Gifted Them With Sweatsuits, Hygiene Packs And My Friends Who Own Businesses As Well Donated Hair , Giftcards , Gift Certificates and much more , I Want To Start Doing That Once Of Month To Kids That Are In Need.

Appreciate your sharing that. Let’s talk about your life, growing up and some of topics and learnings around that. Who saw you clearly before you could see yourself?
My Grandmother Saw Me Clearly Before I Ever Saw Myself, That Woman Was The Light Of My Life , She Is Very Influential In The Woman I Am Today. She Taught Me To Do What I Feel And To Not Hide Or Dim My Light For Anyone Else.

If you could say one kind thing to your younger self, what would it be?
Spend As Much Time With Your Loved Ones Because They Won’t Be Here Forever & To Stay Focused And Consistent Don’t Fall Off Track.

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’s a belief or project you’re committed to, no matter how long it takes?
A Project I’m Committed To No Matter Long It Takes Is Purchasing My Mother’s Home , I Want That House To Be One Of Several Properties I Own.

Okay, so let’s keep going with one more question that means a lot to us: If you retired tomorrow, what would your customers miss most?
My Sweatsuits In The Fall And The Winter , That’s My Best Time Of The Year Is When It Gets Cold.

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