Catching up with Filipina Canadian Lifestlye Influencer | Justine Hailee
Justine Hailee is a Filipina Canadian influencer and lifestyle content creator based in Toronto Canada. She has the passion for film, digital creativity and story telling through her vlogs about mom life and brands she loves.
Justine displays her creativity by making inspirational videos shared through various social media platforms. She has been working with popular brands and had gained exposure from her trendy videos on Instagram and Tiktok.
She has an eye for the latest trends like fashion, food, travel and anything Filipino-related to elevate the culture.
A woman of faith and empowering people plays a huge part of Justine’s character. One of her goals is to inspire people to be free, break the unnecessary barriers and encourage them to become who they want to be.
We sat down and talk to her about her journey and inspiration.
1.) What made you become a lifestyle influencer and content creator?
What made me a lifestyle influencer and a content creator was me discovering self expression, creativity and my passion thru being in front of the camera.
2.) Where do you get your inspiration from?
I get my inspiration from people around me who shares the same passion. I learn new things and perspectives and that keeps me motivated.
3.) How has your culture and passion influence your content and lifestyle?
I’ve always been proud of my roots, my Filipino culture plays a huge part or my identity and I’m happy to share that to the world.
4.) What fuels your creative passion and keeps you sharp?
My tunnel vision and goals. If you have a vision and goals to who you want to become that will fuel your creative passion.
5.) What do you do when you are in a creative slump or down days?
Taking breaks, connecting with nature, spending more time with family to clear my mind and not putting pressure to myself to create because creating should always be fun not stressful.
6.) What are your favorite highlights as a content creator?
My favorite highlights as a content creator is I get to be part of a community with like minded creators. I’m grateful to be exposed as a creative and learn new things to help improve myself.
7.) What do you have planned in the future?
Continue to show up and expand my network with the film industry and creators and start working with the ones who believe in my goals, passion and hardwork.
8.) Do you have any advice for people looking to become a lifestyle influencer and content creator like you?
Don’t be afraid to take the first step. Build up with what you have. Acknowledge the small wins, learn to embrace mistakes and do better. In whatever you do, It’s all about progress over perfection, and eventually everyone will see the amazing things you do as a content creator. :)
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