Today we’d like to introduce you to Nesha Mishlè
Hi Nesha, can you start by introducing yourself? We’d love to learn more about how you got to where you are today?
In September 2019 I had just turned 30 yrs old and I was battling an all consuming depression. I’d lost my mother to colon cancer when I was 21 yrs old and my father was murdered before I even turned one year old. For some reason the grief of having no living biological parents hit different when I turned 30. The 10 year anniversary of my mother’s death was also soon approaching and that felt spiritually significant somehow. As a kid I had dreams of becoming an actress for TV, film and Broadway. In the wake of the loss of my mother, I became my younger brother’s legal guardian when he was a junior in high school. It felt like all of the dreams I had for myself had to be left behind and I had to focus on a more “practical” path. Things seemed to change in 2018. My brother graduated high school and turned 18. Suddenly it felt as though I had an opportunity to pursue any and all of my creative endeavors. I quit my job as an event coordinator and began to pursue photography full time in hopes of bringing in a steady income doing something I loved. Unfortunately photography did not prove to be as fulfilling as I’d hoped and a year later when I turned 30 I started to feel as though I’d made a huge mistake. By October 2019 my depression had only gotten worse. I was losing friendships left and right, my suppressed grief was all consuming and I began crying sporadically and without warning at the drop of a hat. I even began having suicidal thoughts. That made me make an appointment with a therapist and a month later I was going to therapy consistently to take care of my declining mental health. Five months into therapy the pandemic hit. That initially felt very scary. I had no idea what the world shutting down would look like for me or how it would affect me mentally and emotionally. Imagine my surprise in discovering that the pandemic provided me the space and opportunity to thrive. My mental health began to steadily improve. I also started eating better and exercising regularly so my physical health was improving as well. I was 40 lbs lighter and looking the best I’ve ever looked. With this new found freedom and confidence, I was starting to feel like I wanted to get out and explore. I became obsessed with the idea of having a home on wheels and traveling. In February 2021 I purchased a camper and began traveling all over the west coast with my dog Charlie. During this time I also began making content on social media and quickly started going viral consistently. People started reaching out to me asking for advice and/or help with their own content and I soon began making a name for myself in the world of creating and influencing. With the help of my good friend/colleague Ehmandah Ramsey and her freelance creative agency Hey Suga Media, I began making a business of content creating for others with personal brands, small businesses, etc. Flash forward to today, I’m still steadily creating for others and have even expanded my own reach by creating content for my dog and creating content for the Our Company Time podcast and MND CTRL podcast; both of which I also cohost. As much as I enjoy creating content for brands and small businesses, it seems like my next endeavors will require me to soon resign from content creating for other people and put all my efforts towards telling my story. I am currently in the process of developing a social media series documenting my healing journey from the time I was depressed and going to therapy to purchasing a camper and embarking on my journey of self discovery. I’m excited to tell my story as I know it will yield amazing opportunities to further my creative career and it is guaranteed to inspire and help others like myself who once felt like their wildest dreams were out of reach. As far as my wildest dreams are concerned, content creating is only the beginning. I hope to one day join the likes of Issa Rae with Hoorae media, Reese Witherspoon with Hello Sunshine, Viola Davis with JuVee Productions, Kerry Washington with Simpson Street and start my own production company – producing, writing, directing and acting in my very own film and television projects. Get used to seeing my face because I’m not stopping till I’m a household name.
Can you talk to us a bit about the challenges and lessons you’ve learned along the way. Looking back would you say it’s been easy or smooth in retrospect?
I’ve struggled with depression and suicidal thoughts. I’ve struggled financially. Being a creator and entrepreneur hasn’t always brought me financial security. I’ve definitely had to do gig work to supplement my income.
Can you tell our readers more about what you do and what you think sets you apart from others?
Dynamic and innovative content creator with over four years of experience across TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube. A California Native, known for creating viral content and managing multiple social media accounts with a consistent online presence. Adept at capturing a brand’s unique voice and style through engaging lifestyle, travel, food & beverage vlogs, reviews, voiceovers, and comedic POV videos. Proven track record in increasing engagement and viewership, with expertise in content filming, photography, and content editing. Experienced podcaster and UGC creator, with a strong background in hospitality, ensuring up-to-date and detailed content.
What sort of changes are you expecting over the next 5-10 years?
I would like to start my own production company – writing, producing, directing and acting in my own media projects.
Contact Info:
- Instagram: @mishlemediaco @neshamishle @ourcompanytime @mndctrlpodcast
