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Faith, Ambition & Film His Life Changer "The MICHAEL FOSTER Experience"

Filmmaker Michael Foster “The Michael Foster Experience” Urban Freedom Magazine Photoshoot

The film-maker whose mother had him at the age of 15 began his entrepreneurship journey from college sighting music as his first love. Michael was faced with lots of challenges while in college and decided to take charge of his own life and dreams

The renowned actor, filmmaker & fashion writer, whose mother is going for her masters currently, described his hardest battle as learning. He went along his life alone trying to make progress and revealed that having to handle all things himself brought about his current drive to rely on self even when accepting support from others.

His quest to fund himself was a total victory, having worked full time with an insurance company and as a bathroom attendant during weekends; Michael made more money as a bathroom attendant despite peer pressure.

The popular film-maker revealed how different brands asked him to be an influencer so that their brands can be implemented into his blogs since he had cultivated a social media and blogging presence, describing it as a point of meeting with his blessing. So much so his goal he imagined two years ago was to take his brand to the next level being a part of GQ Magazine. I was sincerely excited for him when he revealed he accomplished his goal before at the closing of 2016! Along with building further fashion and business opportunities with his circle of entrepreneurial friends called the “Inner Elite”.

When questioned about how he manages his business and family, he revealed that his mentor taught him how to balance both business and love before his marriage.

He continued by appraising the fact that he married his best friend, whom he knew since he was 13. Michael further revealed how supportive she is, which ultimately clears the air on any option of choosing between love and business.

The film-maker who sees clear communication of schedule and making important dates as a priority as his strength of balance, says it takes a lot of work.

The actor while giving advice to other entrepreneurs warns that:

Losing the reason for following one’s dream can cause discouragement”

Thereby encouraging us to remain creative; and to always keep going irrespective of trying moments that may test one’s faith. The fashion writer tells fans to anticipate what will be a permanent fixture showing Gentlemen’s styling with Urban Freedom magazine in the year 2017. Also he will be releasing his new movie which will show actual depictions of his life. Along with all his new adventures GQ Magazine that we will be following as well!

 

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GQ for Cancer: Bernard Fogg “The Fight for His Life turned into the Foundation of his Business”

By: Mercedez McIntyre

As I sat across from Bernar Fog at my dining room table I was instantly able to recognize an amazing amount of peace n joy. Inquisitive about the man that can battle what most people fear yet with an air of humble confidence. The GQ for Cancer Founder, Bernard Fogg is extremely thankful for staying on top of his health saying it has motivated him to continue to do so, as well as motivate other men in the process. Bernard who was officially diagnosed with cancer on December 5, 2014 having visited four different specialists was officially diagnosed cancer free as of July 13th, 2015. Born in Baltimore, MD, Bernard enjoyed a glistering career in public relations as he prepared to start his own personal PR before the inception of the ailment that changed the course of his life.

 
 

The 29 year old who has a go-getter mentality believes that life and opportunities are endless having gone through the process of treatment which enabled him learn a lot about himself as a man. Bernard describes masculinity not just on the basis of strength but seeking to be healthy so as to be there for one’s family.

The ability to maintain a positive attitude towards issues played a key role to Bernard staying on top of his health having drawn strength from his mother; his role model whose encouraging words to always think first before getting emotional cannot be overemphasized. The music lover main goal is his inner peace which his life truly relies on it and he feels so good on the experience gained to combat every other battle life may throw at him. He founded The Gentlemen’s Quest for Cancer to address the impact of men under the age of 40 also fighting for better health with cancer and other major health issues that could possibly be prevented.   

Bernard’s treatment served as a learning class for him in putting the care of oneself as a priority which is rare to find in young entrepreneurs today.

The support he get, the huge cut of processed foods and the amazing love showered on him tells how close Bernard Fogg is in closing his cancer chapter in 2017.

Upon probing if the handsome young entrepreneur was a Bachelor or not he has confirmed he is by choice. Being a true example of his foundation Bernard stated before he would add romantic engagement to his life he stands by his purpose of taking care of one's health first.

Our interview easily went into 3 hours. Sincere exchange of honesty and life's triumphs connected us automatically. There is so much more to this amazing Black man that we will be following his journey in Urban Freedom issues to come. So stay tuned and be sure to support him with the contact information below. 

 

Contact Information:

Twitter: @gqforcancer

Facebook: GQ for Cancer (business); (personal) Bernard Fogg

Instagram: @gqforcancer (business); (personal) @gqtrilogy1

Website: www.gq4c.org ; Apparel: www.gq4c.org/shop

Email: info@gq4c.org

 

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