Today we’d like to introduce you to Jhánneu.
Hi Jhánneu, so excited to have you with us today. What can you tell us about your story?
I’m a Los Angeles and Austin-based sustainability content creator, speaker and expert who has built a successful lifestyle brand around showing how low waste living can be inclusive and accessible to all. Originally from the South Side of Chicago, I have always wanted to make a difference in communities like mine but didn’t know-how.
I graduated with a degree in Theater from Claremont McKenna College in 2016 and found a way to combine my talents and need to make a difference in the world. With over 54k combined social media following, I am able to reach those who want to start a low waste lifestyle but don’t know how to start.
Alright, so let’s dig a little deeper into the story – has it been an easy path overall and if not, what were the challenges you’ve had to overcome?
Making content creation a full-time job is not an easy road! It can take years ( in my care about four years) to make it a full-time job. It requires a lot of self-discipline to get up early on weekends or work late evenings to create content after working you’re 9-5. Content creation is a full-time job so managing two jobs until the other can pay the bills can be exhausting and can be frustrating. But I’ve learned that being consistent and persistent can make anything possible.
Appreciate you sharing that. What else should we know about what you do?
My social platforms (Instagram, YouTube, Blog, and TikTok) showcase tips and tricks on how you can live a more sustainable lifestyle. Reducing your waste and living more sustainably a can seem overwhelming but I help to break it down step by step. Having built a social media following, I am able to partner with sustainable brands who share my values.
What are your plans for the future?
I’m currently working on building out a media platform that focuses on sustainability and wellness for people of color. Often times these spaces leave out diverse voices and I want to provide a safe space for them to learn and build community.
Contact Info:
- Website: www.jhanneu.com
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jhanneu
- Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/JHÁNNEU
Image Credits
Kayla Davis
