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Top 30 Millennial Bajan Entrepreneurs Under 30
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XAVIER JHON-CLAIR,
MUSICIAN/GUITARIST
now have to produce more unique ideas and experiences.
Social media has taken over as one of the main platforms of
marketing, making it easier to access international markets.
5.) Fun lightning round: Coke or Sprite. Did you know gin-
ger ale is the healthiest of all sodas?
Vanilla or Chocolate, White chocolate, specifically Tobler-
one. Hunter or Gatherer, Gatherer, spare me from a fight lol,
Favourite Bajan sweet treat, Coconut bread! Facebook or In-
stagram. Instagram, for the millennials lol
6.) What has your business taught you about life?
Very little, there is so much more to learn about life. I
guess that’s ultimately it, to keep learning and growing. A de-
sire for more; to never settle and stagnate.
7.) What is the latest with Xavier Jhon-Clair?
As of 2019 I am trying to now focus on my personal de-
velopment with the art. I have spent a lot of time negotiating
the business side of music in Barbados and I think it is time
to explore my abilities as an artist. Music is ultimately a tool
of communication and sharing; we all have a story to share.
Selman Reyshad
8.) What is the next step with the Xavier Jhon-Clair?
Barbados has offered much to me, but I think it is time to
look beyond my backyard, where it is safe, comfortable.
1.) Who is Xavier Jhon-Clair(describe)
28 year old Session Musician, Guitarist, Musicpreneur.
2.) What inspired you to first be a musician?
A friend asked me to pick up guitar to help him secure a
performance, I had slight history with music but never the in-
strument really. I thought it would be fun; also one of my best
friends at the time.
3.) What are some of the best things that you have
learned being an entrepreneur in Barbados?
Learning to utilize the resources available as efficient-
ly as possible. Having the ability to negotiate most aspects
of the business arena easily once you understand how the
“professional social network” in the entertainment diaspora
operates. It is basically high school, just with contracts and
lots of meetings.
4.) What in your opinion are some of the main differences
between Millennials and previous generations as it relates to
doing business?
It is a time of very creative business ventures; millennials
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