The Thrive Questionnaire with Influencer Jessica Markowski

Hello, Jessica Thank you so much for doing this with us! Can you tell us the story of how you grew up? Can you share a story with us about what brought you to this specific career path?

Hi! Thank you so much for this opportunity to be here! I am from Brooklyn, born and raised! I grew up to parents who immigrated from Poland in the 90s. Growing up, I went to school in Manhattan. It was where I was recruited by a modelling agency. That is how I got into this business. I worked as a fashion model and actress. These experiences have brought me to where I am today!

What are your “5 things I wish someone told me when I first started”?

1. Don’t take everything so seriously. 
2. You don’t have to know all the answers, ask for help when you need it. 
3. Finding good people is hard.
4. Surround yourself with people that can challenge and teach you.
5. You will probably work more than a 9-5 schedule. 

Can you share a story about the funniest mistake you made when you were first starting? Can you tell us what lesson you learned from that?

I think the funniest mistake I made when I was first starting out was that I was too hard on myself. Being a tennager in this business, you are filled with insecurities. The lesson I learned is to live a bit more stress-free. I think switching over my approach has opened many more doors for me!

Is there something you are currently working on?

Yes. I am the host of Stream Live. It is a live streaming app that is moving full force into the industry, providing and capturing high-quality production with high-quality music artists. I interview everyone on camera in our Los Angeles venue!

Which tips would you recommend to your colleagues in your industry to help them to thrive and not “burn out”?

I think the best advice I can give is to be organized, network and just simply have fun! I think being organized is half the battle. There will be times where you are overworked and overwhelmed. Being organized will allow you to enjoy everything you worked for! It will allow you to never feel burnt out.

Can you please give us your favourite “Life Lesson Quote”? Can you share how that was relevant to you in your life?

“Get busy living or get busy dying” – Stephen King. Every living person is both living and dying each and every day. Every living person can live their life in a positive direction or not. The choice makes all the difference and is why it is such an important quote that I live by.

What gives you energy?

Work gives me energy. I love being busy. It gets my heart, body and mind going full force! It gives my life a sense of purpose.

What is your greatest hope for the future? What is next for Jessica Markowski?

I hope to continue doing well! Onwards and upwards with everything that I am doing 🙂