We had the good fortune of connecting with Nkemdilem Bernard and we’ve shared our conversation below.
Hi Nkemdilem, what led you to pursuing a creative path professionally?
I had a couple of people throughout my life tell me that I had a personality for social media and would push me to create content. I never really took it seriously until I kept hearing it from different people. I eventually took the first step with creating DetroitFinds313, and the rest is history!
Alright, so let’s move onto what keeps you busy professionally?
I am a social media influencer who documents fun things to do in the Metro Detroit area as well as promoting local businesses and upcoming events. I believe that every influencer has their own unique way of presenting content. But for me what sets me apart is that my vibrant personality is shown through the content I put out. This is one reason why I enjoy editing videos because I’m able to be “me”.
One of the challenges I’ve had is mastering each social media platform’s algorithm, which is always changing so I may never have it fully figured out. One lessons I’ve learned throughout my influencer journey is to stay consistent, especially when your numbers are looking too great, things will eventually pick up.
Any places to eat or things to do that you can share with our readers? If they have a friend visiting town, what are some spots they could take them to?
I’m such a girly girl, so I’m big on aesthetics and good food! So I would start off getting brunch at “We’ve Got Brunch” at West Bloomfield. That is probably the girliest restaurant in Michigan, plus they have great brunch food! Later I would throw on an ugly Christmas sweater and take holiday pictures downtown by the Christmas tree. Lastly, I would hand-create my own mug at Creative Arts Studio in Royal Oak!
The Shoutout series is all about recognizing that our success and where we are in life is at least somewhat thanks to the efforts, support, mentorship, love and encouragement of others. So is there someone that you want to dedicate your shoutout to?
Thank you to all my friends, family and followers who continue to support my page by liking, watching and sharing my videos!
Instagram: https://instagram.com/detroitfinds313?igshid=YTQwZjQ0NmI0OA==
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100080694312540&mibextid=LQQJ4d
Other: https://www.tiktok.com/@detroitfinds313?_t=8hl2xUg7jfa&_r=1
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Nkemdilem Bernard