We had the good fortune of connecting with Martine Fortune and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Martine, any advice for those thinking about whether to keep going or to give up?
I think this is something that people should address more. Self-doubt and fear can be so powerful when you don’t know your purpose yet. To me, the hardest thing in the world to do is keep going when you aren’t getting the results you want and feel like you should just give up.

That’s when you should recognize that your mindset is key. Its all in your spirit and how you talk to yourself. I’m not saying to be delusional. But if God put something in your heart, in your spirit…. don’t ever give up. Change the way you talk to yourself when it gets hard, and remember… every great person has had to struggle with that feeling of inadequacy at some point. Your mind is sooooo powerful. Set it on your desires and they will be yours !

Can you open up a bit about your work and career? We’re big fans and we’d love for our community to learn more about your work.
I’m someone who’s not afraid of much when it comes to life experiences. I’ll try almost anything once (i dont like heights…and I don’t mess with animals). Right now, professionally I’m contracted with the CDC, but TV and film are where my passions lie.

Moving to Miami has opened up some doors for me, and I’ve gotten to do a few things in TV, film and print. I was featured on three different TLC reality show chains. My biggest challenge to date has been avoiding putting myself in a box, and definitely avoiding overthinking. I used to be soooooo concerned about what people would think, say etc, that i thought I had to order my steps perfectly.

Now, I’m just me. Thats always more than enough. I’ll wear many hats in my life, but I’ll always be Martine, and I’ll never be afraid to step forward as Martine. A lot of people love me for that, and if they don’t, thats on them cause they’re gonna see me regardless!

Let’s say your best friend was visiting the area and you wanted to show them the best time ever. Where would you take them? Give us a little itinerary – say it was a week long trip, where would you eat, drink, visit, hang out, etc.
I loveeeeee a good Miami weekend! When people come here on vacation it brings up my energy…. so if you’re coming to hang out with me, rest up and prepare your liver because I don’t play games uhkay?! We outside !! You’ll probably catch us at Brick, R house, Victory, Ghost Lounge, Mayami, Chica, Uncutt, Dukunoo, The Urban, or one of my newer faves, Red Rooster and S47 Lounge. Anywhere with vibes and preferably hookah, we’ll be there !

Who else deserves some credit and recognition?
Outside of my amazing family, I’ve been blessed to come across so many people at different stages in my life. I’m friendly, so I get into conversations that turn into life-long relationships. From my day ones, to new friends, co-workers, crew members, people in the elevator…at the gym… on a plane…. I’ve stumbled across so many dope individuals and I feel blessed every time.

I wanna dedicate my shoutout to anyone who’s ever looked me in the eye and said something inspiring. I remember the smallest conversations & I carry things with me for years. You have no idea how much y’all propel me forward!

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