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This was a good interview. This young man is going to go very far if he gets the opportunities to succeed. From what he said, he has the grit, determination and good moral compass to achieve his dreams. His account of his aspirations are typical of many Jamaican youth from humble beginnings. I wish him well.
Well-said. I couldn't agree with you more. I think he's going to succeed as an entrepreneur and chart his own path. Thank you for this insightful comment, and if you haven't already, please subscribe!
Young man represented himself well. He understood that his message need to reach people who don't necessarily understand out dialect and I think he's achieved that. All the best young man. Take care of your wife
I as a Jamaican who knew that i didn't come for vacation but to work and everything after. I now owned a mansion in Jamaica 🇯🇲 Saint Ann and house in America. All your goals are possible. Nuh lef nuh food pon eh table when yuh cya wuk fe it breda. A suh me dweet tuh. Respect mi G. One love
Thanks for this inspiring comment. Sounds like you've achieved the blueprint that Jephtha envisions for himself. Congrats on your hard work and success, Sir.
Im Jamaican ,came to USA as a child and my experience as a child was not the best . The American kids would say. "You're not black you are Jamaican." I found them to be backward. I had to always fight verbally to let them know I am a beautiful black Jamaican . Things got better as I got into high school and of course in college. I love yhe USA and adore my country !❤
Great interview ! This young man is appreciative and has a goal . I wish him all the best . I love the fact that he's focused and plan to have his own business. Go for it ❤
Jamaicans have a different mentality than most Americans when it comes to work. Most of us leave with the intention of making a better life for ourselves. We've done the maths and see that we can work a week here and make more than we would in a month there in Jamaica. Other than financial concerns, Jamaica 🇯🇲 is a paradise.
I LOVE THIS INTERVIEW YOU ARE VERY AMBITIOUS MAN, PLS TAKE CARE OF EACH OTHER YOUR WIFE. I KNOW LAWRENCEVILLE, MY DAUGHTER IS A MANAGER IN THE HOTEL INDUSTRY IN ATL. GOD BLESS YOU CONTINUE TO SHINE BIG UP JAMAICA.
I enjoyed this interview. I’m from dominica and live in Connecticut. We Caribbean people are go getters. We work hard and we have a vision to do better and improve always.
Happy that you enjoyed our talk. Yes, go-getting & seeking to build a better life seems to be a theme of that region, I'm learning. Thanks for watching!
Jephta is so right on point, great, genuine responses. I too worked in the hospitality industry for over 30yrs across all sector and he represents well for what we are!!!
Working in the hospitality industry across sectors for that long is no small achievement. Congrats--and nice to hear his responses ring true to someone with your experience.
How old is this young man? His reasoning is very mature. As a Jamaican myself who moved to America at 16y/o I concur with every point he made in this interview. Even as a woman, I see things exactly as he does. Stay encouraged, you’re gonna go very far in life Sir 🇯🇲 🇺🇸🇯🇲🇺🇸
Great interview my brother, Im a native of St Mary as well living in Atl, focus on your dreams and goals, don't get distracted, life is what you make it, there is a lot of opportunity in ATL and it would be great to have a half Jamaican in the White house.
One oracabessa general and I'm a oracabessa youth just like u and I understand the situation you've been tru and I went tru the same struggles and I decided to do what I have to do and now I'm living in england for almost 2 years and I'm not going to say it's a bed of rose here but it's definitely way better living and opportunity than jamaica and I have no regrets. As long as u r not lazy and you stay out of crime and believe in your destiny and God it might takes some time but you move mountains. 1 Oracabessa, Hamilton mountain to be exact. One love peace ✌
Talk for youself people in jamaica living better than nuff of us here. A lot of educated young people working there good money and living a good life. It's not everybody wants to live here. Yes opportunity is here but must of us here living pay check to pay check. Has i said some. people in our beautiful island of jamaica are living mush better than nuff of us here.
In every country you have good and bad. Once you are qualified in Jamaica, there is no need to fussed about migrating. I went there in August and met a doctor. She is early 30. She is living well. Business people are good as well. My advice stay in school, get a skill life is what you make of it. 🎉🎉
My Aunty is there; she own Villas in Ochi. She sold her Syrup Shop years ago and moved into hospitality. They vacation in Paris and Canada, but not this side. You are absolutely correct about Jamaicans who are financially stable. They stay home. Have a nice day!!
That's the minority, you "went" there but you're not from there like some of us, we know the truth, the truth that most "qualified" people are living like dogs, some of the smartest people I know are struggling because they're "over qualified" or because they don't have any resources, Jamaica is all about nepotism, it's about who you know not what you can do or what qualifications you have, ask any Jamaican, somebody who is qualified and fit to do the job, or somebody who knows the right people, ask them who is going to get hired first.
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Yeow !!!! good luck my youth!!!. Wish more young Jamaicans did have the same attitude as this youth. Most of them young ppl in Jamaica, are mostly caught up with the GANG CULTURE, (which is causing the mayhem), and they mostly once in the gangs DO NOT WANT TO WORK for a living. But with this youth here, it gives hope that we can turn things round, and get things going better for the future. It maybe pipe dream still, but we must keep hope alive.
Don't say most because you cannot quantify that, if that was the case it would be mostly gangs in Jamaica and that's not true , the music is influential but most youths still work or try to leave the country.
The struggle you have in Jamaica is the same thing here because most people living paycheck to paycheck here was a survey that found that more than half the population don't even have money in the bank..its very tough here as well..too many families are still living together to make ends meet.yard a yard,we love it bad.
Facts! I’m Jamaican and now that I’m older I see the truth. The fact that the average American can’t cover a $500 emergency is the same issues as so called “third world countries”.
@@moniho6907 when you have $15 dollar hourly job living here in America, it's totally different results living in Jamaica. Here, $2000 per month. Rent or mortgage is 1,100.. plus utilities, transportation, food, insurance, health care and maybe car payment..how much money we are working with again? after the rent..you get the point ,not easy for the average Americans to live comfortably on a $15 hourly pay.
True word. I move from a dishwasher and now i am an LPN. I am Jamaican and i work very hard to achieve my goals. Most of them don't want to work just live on Government benefits.@@moniho6907
Jobs or in Jamaica 🇯🇲 u just need to b qualified if u r not qualified u can't get a good job because alot of people in Jamaica making more money than people in the state so one your qualified u r ok.
Qualification is one part, but there are other factors at play. For example, location of most corporate jobs are in the capitals, they are generally few in number, and they are not easy to get into without knowing someone. Job opportunities are limited, and the pay is miniscule for the education level often required, yet the cost of living is high. This is why 86% of Jamaican educated colleges graduates reside outside of the Jamaica. Jamaica also has one of the largest percentage of its citizens living outside of its borders. When Jamaicans get the opportunity, we excel. In the US, we have the highest percentage of home ownership of all immigrant groups. Our household income is also above that of the avergae US family and the African American families. @RPNeil
@Brandoe Thank you for this detailed response. All of that talent coming to the US from Jamaica is impressive, but not great for the Jamaican economy to lose them. And according to "Immigrants’ Access to Homeownership in the United States," a 2023 report from Harvard, Jamaicans do indeed rank among the highest immigrant groups in home ownership here.
Jamaica is paradise, but you need money to survive. Foreign is not a bed a rose either. You must have the mindset to work. Right now, learning online computer skills is important, too. A man never likes working in Jamaica. He's not going to work overseas as well. They're things on the table to be observed. Go-getter mindset doesn't compete with people. They compete with themselves to be better
Oh no. I.was born early.fifties. i grew up.calling fry.dumplings johnny cakes. After the english vacated the .land, I started hearing the common "fry dumpling". I was relieved & so hsppy when, about fifteen year🎉s ago, I read in the Jamaican tourist column, that in Ja. You will wake up to a breakfast of Johnny cakes etc.
I’m a St. Mary native as well by way of Race Couse, graduated from Oracabessa Primary School. I Moved to States for work as well and now retired from the US Army after 24 years. Still live in the states but also have a home in Jamaica. Nuff blessings.
Welcome to America. You will soon experience real America. I would advise you to stay on the program and work and save your money, and build up yourself in Jamaica. Dont run off. If you run off, you will struggle to find work. Rent in America is no joke. I have lived here for 40 years, and I'm on my way back to Jamaica. Good luck.
@SorrelSimpson Okay. He most likely has his woman in Jamaica before he left. He'll marry this one to get his paperwork. When he gets his paperwork, he will travel to Jamaica and be with the girl he left. He will then tell her that he had to marry in America to sort out himself. He will do the back and forth between the two women till he gets caught. Then, this one in America will leave him and take him to child support for the kids they may have. That's when the hataclaps will start, and he will see the real America.
@@nfn4 i doubt he will have time to travel back and forth to Jamaica and the US. The job he has, does not guve him much vacation time. So, unless, he can teleport between Jamauca and the US in what the Americans see as a " low -paid" job - don't what you are saying or stereotyping him for.
He had the employees exchange program. You can get a work visa because the hotel company he works for like the Hylton, Raddison, etc. if it’s a U.S. based company you work for. The company can Petition you to work in their hotel in U.S. once it’s same company. I forget the name of the Visa. But there is a visa specifically for that.
I’m from the Caribbean but the country I’m from does pretty well economically so I didn’t grow up with much hardship tbh… I moved to the USA about 5 years ago and I can tell you the grass isn’t always greener. I guess if you’re coming to the USA from an extremely impoverished background then migrating may be best, but living in the USA is not easy. If you are coming from abroad with little skills or no degree you will mostly only get minimum wage jobs, which in most places can barely cover your rent. Inflation has made everything really expensive in the USA now, rent, food, utilities etc. Even with a masters degree from a top US university I could barely get a good paying job!!
It has gotten more expensive here in general, true, but some states and cities are much, much cheaper to live in than others. I think it's also important for folks to understand that. Thanks for your thoughtful comment.
@@RPNeil Yes, I agree that some states are cheaper in terms of rent and food, but then you may have to deal with even lower salaries, and high taxes. Also depending on your visa type, as a foreigner you can have limitations as to the jobs that are available to you and the number of hours you can work, making life in America extremely hard. You have to work endlessly if you want to make it in the USA. Just my opinion. One job, unless you're making 6 figures or single won't work here
@@esands3726 Fair enough. Your original point that immigrants with low-wage jobs will struggle is true, but that's been the traditional American immigrant narrative since the 1800s. No one has ever said that immigrants have it easy. The sacrifices of the first generation have generally led to better, freer lives for, if not themselves eventually, then their children and grandchildren. That's the American Dream, and as Jephtha will surely concur, it's alive and well for those who come here seeking opportunities with a strong work ethic and a long-term, positive vision for their families. As for 100k salaries, I know for certain it can still go pretty far for individuals in many states, not just some, and outside large coastal cities like NY, SF, LA, Boston, Seattle, etc. Couples who are both employed of course will do better. Also note that such massive numbers of international students graduating from US universities is a relatively new phenomenon and a bit different from the traditional mainstream immigrant narrative. Competition for professional, salaried jobs will of course be greater and visas perhaps more challenging, and starting out in a highly developed country at a relatively high socioeconomic level might involve different expectations regarding pressure and competition and costs. Look into leveraging a masters degree in livable but "less exciting" places like Birmingham AL or Little Rock or Indianapolis or Columbia SC or Omaha or scores of other less glamorous places, and you might find your dollars stretching much farther in more categories than just food and rent. In fact, many smaller cities and towns across the country are rich in immigrant history because immigrants of all backgrounds came there and started businesses for the simple reason the overhead is lower and competition less. Good luck and thanks for watching!
My prince, I am so happy to see you have found your princess black love is beautiful and the fact that you both have plans for your future is also awesome keep including your wife in everything you do I see you are passionate about your job and clearly you like what you do keep smiling my condolences to you and your family on the loss of your dad you are on the right path may God continue to bless you and your union dream big you have the right attitude and you are focus thanks for making me remember home awesome job ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
Love Jaimaicans they live nd embrace all races they understand Jaimacans mixed with indians, chinese, Irish etc nd birthed mixed people they live as one Respect.
ONE Should Feel GOOD in Observance of Ones OWN MIND & HEART, Not in Comparison to Someone who is Less Fortunate.....THAT FEELING is a Euphoria of the Arrogance of Feeling Better & ABOVE which is Not a True MEASURE of the SELF....
I didn't see evidence of arrogance in Jephtha or boosting himself in comparison to others. He is expressing gratitude for his circumstances and expressing awareness of challenges others deal with. No euphoria at all.
In 1968, Enoch Powell, the British politician, proposed the government give Jamaicans £7000 each to return home. That is about £150,000 in today's money.
@RPNeil They are merely rounded fried flour with baking powder of course. They are always eaten with flavoured meats or vegetables. Typically with the island.s main dish, 🎉 ackee & saltfish.
@RPNeil They are more like hush puppies or a type of donut. They can also be compared to puff puff that they make in some African countries. There are actually 2 types. There is a sweet version called festival which more similar to hush puppies because of the added sugar and cornmeal. The dumplings or Johnny cakes as the older folks would call it is the most popular and it goes with many dishes savory or sweet.
Ge dies not speak for all Jamaicans. A lot of us are very happy here. Some don't want to work in Jamaica but they will go to other countries and work their butt's off.
Five months is a short time to get married for anyone. However, if u guys didn’t agree that it’s a business please don’t start cheating or leave once u get ur documents, especially if children r involved. Don’t get assimilated the the bad parts! Keep ur morals and goals and the sky is the limit. Good luck bro.❤🇯🇲🇺🇸
The main reason why the companies would rather recruit people from abroad than in the U.S. has to do with who is easier to control. You will have highly dedicated workers who are aware that they must keep "this job." You think new immigrants are gonna complain about too much worK, highly unlikely.
Good comment. Whether it's the main reason or not, it's certainly a plausible motivation, along with lower wages & what Jephtha observed about American workers. Thanks for watching & commenting.
A me bad bro this enuh from Goldline days d man nuh wa go round a back seat suh till me n him tun good bredren d rest is history 😂😂 real go getter dis ppl unuh know now
@@RPNeil There are mostly small family run restaurants, you will find eating spots by the road, selling roast fish, seafood, fruits, etc. a bit of variety. Then there is another town about a 45 mins drive, called Port Maria, it's bigger than Oracabessa. There is a nice beach there and folks selling different seafood on the b each, really quiet and laid back.
There is more opportunities in USA, Canada, and England than in Jamaica. Yes it is hard here. But it is more harder in Jamaica the opportunity is not there. Let speak the truth and don't get offended. U can go to the store with sixty dollars and pick up some things and go home and cook a meal. You cannot take sixty Jamaican dollars and get things to go home and cook a meal with. The truth is the truth.
@@AndreaCrawford-f9b part of it is education but the internet is opening some opportunities for those who want it but yes more opportunities abroad in bigger developed countries
It’s not like that it depends on what kind of work you do just like in America. All depends on what you do. if you live in Jamaica and you into construction you you make more money than what you’re making in America.
America is where we work. Jamaica is where we live (in our heads). We can say we are working remotely in America until our contract ends. We will go back to Jamaica. It could be 20 years but we will return home. Every immigrant is in the USA is there for the money. It's not for the life style of being a robot working, working.
Can't say I agree. I have met and read about plenty of immigrants here for freedom from political oppression in their former countries. And that has been a key truth throughout American history.
Well, when you go to the Hartsfield Jackson airport in ATL.. every airline has so many Jamaicans at the counters. Well, seems like you are in the wrong city boss because the airport is like a mini Jamaican hub. Every corner you go you will see jamrock people. You have to be careful where you park your car because them thief baddd up here
Interesting. In fairness, though, Hartsfield is the world's busiest airport, with so many folks from everywhere just connecting, passing through. And it is a gateway airport to the Caribbean and South America. Most don't live in Atlanta. Thanks for watching & commenting.
I hope you’re doing well. I’m reaching out because I’d like to share my story about the challenges I’ve faced with my wife and what I went through when I came to the U.S. It’s been a tough journey, and I believe my experiences could resonate with others who might be going through similar situations. I think your platform could be the perfect place to share my story and offer some insight into the struggles of navigating relationships and life in a new country. If you’re interested, I’d love to connect and discuss this further.
Jamaicans have made their mark all over the world seeking better opportunity other than their own. You will not find a Jamaican in Haiti or a Haitian in Jamaica That's tough.
No, the information in my video is accurate: Donald J. Harris was born & raised in Brown's Town, according to multiple credible sources online, including his own essay, "Reflections of a Jamaican Father," which can be found at Jamaica Global Online. Many generations preceded him there in Brown's Town. He actually went away to high school in Port Antonio in Portland Parish. Thanks for watching.
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I am proud 👏 to see hard-working Jamaican doing well in the United States 🇺🇸.
One Love Jamaica 🇯🇲
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This was a good interview. This young man is going to go very far if he gets the opportunities to succeed. From what he said, he has the grit, determination and good moral compass to achieve his dreams. His account of his aspirations are typical of many Jamaican youth from humble beginnings. I wish him well.
Well-said. I couldn't agree with you more. I think he's going to succeed as an entrepreneur and chart his own path. Thank you for this insightful comment, and if you haven't already, please subscribe!
Young man represented himself well. He understood that his message need to reach people who don't necessarily understand out dialect and I think he's achieved that. All the best young man. Take care of your wife
So proud of this young man he is an ambassador. Great interview
He's a good guy!
I as a Jamaican who knew that i didn't come for vacation but to work and everything after.
I now owned a mansion in Jamaica 🇯🇲 Saint Ann and house in America. All your goals are possible.
Nuh lef nuh food pon eh table when yuh cya wuk fe it breda.
A suh me dweet tuh.
Respect mi G. One love
Thanks for this inspiring comment. Sounds like you've achieved the blueprint that Jephtha envisions for himself. Congrats on your hard work and success, Sir.
@@Saltmakerel great ambitions lead to great success. Congratulations to you for knowing what focus and dreams are and making them come true
Once you have money it’s easily possible.
Love fi hear that bro, my journey just a start now as a 22 Year old Jamaican in the us
Im Jamaican ,came to USA as a child and my experience as a child was not the best . The American kids would say. "You're not black you are Jamaican." I found them to be backward. I had to always fight verbally to let them know I am a beautiful black Jamaican . Things got better as I got into high school and of course in college. I love yhe USA and adore my country !❤
Great interview ! This young man is appreciative and has a goal . I wish him all the best . I love the fact that he's focused and plan to have his own business. Go for it ❤
Jamaicans have a different mentality than most Americans when it comes to work. Most of us leave with the intention of making a better life for ourselves. We've done the maths and see that we can work a week here and make more than we would in a month there in Jamaica. Other than financial concerns, Jamaica 🇯🇲 is a paradise.
That makes perfect sense. But how does that differ from most Americans in your opinion?
@@RPNeil we don't have that privileged mindset that most here seem to have.
@@solo_fashion1977 So you & Jephtha agree. Immigrants in general do tend to appreciate their opportunities here more, it seems to me.
I LOVE THIS INTERVIEW YOU ARE VERY AMBITIOUS MAN, PLS TAKE CARE OF EACH OTHER YOUR WIFE. I KNOW LAWRENCEVILLE, MY DAUGHTER IS A MANAGER IN THE HOTEL INDUSTRY IN ATL. GOD BLESS YOU CONTINUE TO SHINE BIG UP JAMAICA.
No, we don't. we are just like everyone else. Some are lazy and are hard working 😂😂😂😂🇯🇲🇯🇲🇯🇲
Good representation of yuself and we country Jamaica youth. Propa' propa' interview. Bless.
Thank you!
Solid young man ,very good reasoning abilities, he is going to do great because his work ethics and he is smart
Yes, that about sums him up. I found him personable & down to earth, as well. Glad it came through on the video. Thanks for commenting!
I enjoyed this interview. I’m from dominica and live in Connecticut. We Caribbean people are go getters. We work hard and we have a vision to do better and improve always.
Happy that you enjoyed our talk. Yes, go-getting & seeking to build a better life seems to be a theme of that region, I'm learning. Thanks for watching!
Keep Pushing!!!! Go for your dreams!!! Follow your intuition!!! Great Stuff guys
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Thank you!
Great interview young man am so proud of you 🇯🇲🇯🇲🇯🇲🇯🇲🇯🇲
Nice comment. Thank you!
Congratulations, Sir....welcome to ATL and hopefully you'll find your way to some groups of like-minded folks in Gwinnett...
Jephta is so right on point, great, genuine responses. I too worked in the hospitality industry for over 30yrs across all sector and he represents well for what we are!!!
Working in the hospitality industry across sectors for that long is no small achievement. Congrats--and nice to hear his responses ring true to someone with your experience.
How old is this young man? His reasoning is very mature. As a Jamaican myself who moved to America at 16y/o I concur with every point he made in this interview. Even as a woman, I see things exactly as he does. Stay encouraged, you’re gonna go very far in life Sir 🇯🇲 🇺🇸🇯🇲🇺🇸
He is 34 and with a lot of good sense and determination. Glad his thoughts & ideas resonated with you.
Great interview , all the best ..#Proud Jamaican 💔🇯🇲❤️
Thank you, Michelle!
Real talk Jep. We all leave for a better life. I remember dem days working together in the service industry it was fun.
Nuff love and big up u self.❤
Great interview my brother, Im a native of St Mary as well living in Atl, focus on your dreams and goals, don't get distracted, life is what you make it, there is a lot of opportunity in ATL and it would be great to have a half Jamaican in the White house.
Much appreciated
Great interview of my fellow jamaican.l myself as a migrant registerd nirse to the US 6 Years now withmy now 16 year old son
Thank you! Congrats on your success here.
👍🏾I’m proud of how answered the questions very interestingly represent well big up
Glad you enjoyed it!
Solid my bro we all immigrants here with a positive mindset believe in yuh self bro you will make it 🙏🏾💯
Keep the faith young man bless up.
I am a Jamaican that's lived in the U.S. practically my whole life. These questions asked are a little intriguing.
Thank you. Glad you were intrigued!
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Heart a love mi bro. You represented on a high level. Honor and Respect!!
Love how he express his self well done mi done
Dedication and hard work pay off ❤
That's for sure. Thanks for commenting.
One oracabessa general and I'm a oracabessa youth just like u and I understand the situation you've been tru and I went tru the same struggles and I decided to do what I have to do and now I'm living in england for almost 2 years and I'm not going to say it's a bed of rose here but it's definitely way better living and opportunity than jamaica and I have no regrets. As long as u r not lazy and you stay out of crime and believe in your destiny and God it might takes some time but you move mountains. 1 Oracabessa, Hamilton mountain to be exact. One love peace ✌
Thanks for the positive message, Jermaine. Words of wisdom. Keep on grinding in the UK.
No problem. Respect my boss.
Talk for youself people in jamaica living better than nuff of us here. A lot of educated young people working there good money and living a good life. It's not everybody wants to live here. Yes opportunity is here but must of us here living pay check to pay check. Has i said some. people in our beautiful island of jamaica are living mush better than nuff of us here.
Thanks for adding to the conversation.
In every country you have good and bad. Once you are qualified in Jamaica, there is no need to fussed about migrating. I went there in August and met a doctor. She is early 30. She is living well. Business people are good as well.
My advice stay in school, get a skill life is what you make of it. 🎉🎉
My Aunty is there; she own Villas in Ochi. She sold her Syrup Shop years ago and moved into hospitality. They vacation in Paris and Canada, but not this side. You are absolutely correct about Jamaicans who are financially stable. They stay home. Have a nice day!!
That's the minority, you "went" there but you're not from there like some of us, we know the truth, the truth that most "qualified" people are living like dogs, some of the smartest people I know are struggling because they're "over qualified" or because they don't have any resources, Jamaica is all about nepotism, it's about who you know not what you can do or what qualifications you have, ask any Jamaican, somebody who is qualified and fit to do the job, or somebody who knows the right people, ask them who is going to get hired first.
Yeow !!!! good luck my youth!!!. Wish more young Jamaicans did have the same attitude as this youth. Most of them young ppl in Jamaica, are mostly caught up with the GANG CULTURE, (which is causing the mayhem), and they mostly once in the gangs DO NOT WANT TO WORK for a living. But with this youth here, it gives hope that we can turn things round, and get things going better for the future. It maybe pipe dream still, but we must keep hope alive.
Thank you for sharing your thoughts.
Don't say most because you cannot quantify that, if that was the case it would be mostly gangs in Jamaica and that's not true , the music is influential but most youths still work or try to leave the country.
Great interview .
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Thank for speaking for all of us both yard and s broad you did great ❤🎉😅
I am a proud jamaican just as I'm proud of you with this interview
You are an intelligent young man, you will make it 🙏
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The struggle you have in Jamaica is the same thing here because most people living paycheck to paycheck here was a survey that found that more than half the population don't even have money in the bank..its very tough here as well..too many families are still living together to make ends meet.yard a yard,we love it bad.
Facts! I’m Jamaican and now that I’m older I see the truth. The fact that the average American can’t cover a $500 emergency is the same issues as so called “third world countries”.
Americans struggle because they want to struggle, once you willing to work,you will make it
@@moniho6907 when you have $15 dollar hourly job living here in America, it's totally different results living in Jamaica. Here, $2000 per month. Rent or mortgage is 1,100.. plus utilities, transportation, food, insurance, health care and maybe car payment..how much money we are working with again? after the rent..you get the point ,not easy for the average Americans to live comfortably on a $15 hourly pay.
True word. I move from a dishwasher and now i am an LPN. I am Jamaican and i work very hard to achieve my goals. Most of them don't want to work just live on Government benefits.@@moniho6907
@@moniho6907work,ppl theses days are lazy nobody wants to work hard,everybody wants easy money fast money
You’re moving fast bro, you will see soon when bills start to lick, welcome to the club.
That's the truth!
Bills can only impact if he chose a lifestyle that requires more money.
@@rohangregory2717 yeah like eating and sleeping. Have you seen how much it cost?
Jobs or in Jamaica 🇯🇲 u just need to b qualified if u r not qualified u can't get a good job because alot of people in Jamaica making more money than people in the state so one your qualified u r ok.
Interesting to know. Are professional, corporate jobs common there?
Qualification is one part, but there are other factors at play. For example, location of most corporate jobs are in the capitals, they are generally few in number, and they are not easy to get into without knowing someone.
Job opportunities are limited, and the pay is miniscule for the education level often required, yet the cost of living is high.
This is why 86% of Jamaican educated colleges graduates reside outside of the Jamaica. Jamaica also has one of the largest percentage of its citizens living outside of its borders.
When Jamaicans get the opportunity, we excel. In the US, we have the highest percentage of home ownership of all immigrant groups. Our household income is also above that of the avergae US family and the African American families.
@RPNeil
@Brandoe Thank you for this detailed response. All of that talent coming to the US from Jamaica is impressive, but not great for the Jamaican economy to lose them. And according to "Immigrants’ Access to Homeownership in the United States," a 2023 report from Harvard, Jamaicans do indeed rank among the highest immigrant groups in home ownership here.
@@RPNeilyes there are corporate jobs. My American friend from Chicago actually worked at the American embassy doing some public health work.
Facts Alot Talk Too Much Fuckery About Jamaica
Jamaica is paradise, but you need money to survive. Foreign is not a bed a rose either. You must have the mindset to work. Right now, learning online computer skills is important, too. A man never likes working in Jamaica. He's not going to work overseas as well. They're things on the table to be observed. Go-getter mindset doesn't compete with people. They compete with themselves to be better
Realest interview I love it
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Oh no. I.was born early.fifties. i grew up.calling fry.dumplings johnny cakes. After the english vacated the .land, I started hearing the common "fry dumpling". I was relieved & so hsppy when, about fifteen year🎉s ago, I read in the Jamaican tourist column, that in Ja. You will wake up to a breakfast of Johnny cakes etc.
I enjoyed learning that name. Hope to try those sometime.
I'm really proud of you .hope others will take a leaf out of your book who up here and fooling their time thanks and RESPECT !!!
Yes, he's a good example for others. Thanks!
I’m a St. Mary native as well by way of Race Couse, graduated from Oracabessa Primary School. I Moved to States for work as well and now retired from the US Army after 24 years. Still live in the states but also have a home in Jamaica. Nuff blessings.
Sounds like a good life. Thank you for your service.
All the best yute ,continue stay focused
VI 🙌 🇻🇮 Nuff Respect 🇯🇲 Good Video fa
interesting interview great job Neil ..
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Great interview!
Thank you, Sophia! Jephtha was an easy person to talk with. If you haven't already, please subscribe for more candid interviews coming soon!
@@RPNeil I am from Jamaica so I could relate with him, and I also live in Atl.
@@sophiasutherland105 That makes sense you can relate to him. How is Atlanta for you?
Welcome to America. You will soon experience real America. I would advise you to stay on the program and work and save your money, and build up yourself in Jamaica. Dont run off. If you run off, you will struggle to find work. Rent in America is no joke. I have lived here for 40 years, and I'm on my way back to Jamaica. Good luck.
You have a lot to learn brother. I wish you the best.
He is married to a US citizen, so unlikely to run off. But yes, he should build up something in Jamaica. The American drean is to leave, nowadays.
@SorrelSimpson Okay.
He most likely has his woman in Jamaica before he left. He'll marry this one to get his paperwork. When he gets his paperwork, he will travel to Jamaica and be with the girl he left. He will then tell her that he had to marry in America to sort out himself. He will do the back and forth between the two women till he gets caught. Then, this one in America will leave him and take him to child support for the kids they may have. That's when the hataclaps will start, and he will see the real America.
@@nfn4 He is in the US legally on acwork.permit. 🇺🇸. She chose to marry him - that's her choice.
@@nfn4 i doubt he will have time to travel back and forth to Jamaica and the US. The job he has, does not guve him much vacation time. So, unless, he can teleport between Jamauca and the US in what the Americans see as a " low -paid" job - don't what you are saying or stereotyping him for.
Mek we proud bro 🇯🇲 ❤
Big up me bredda! 🇯🇲🇯🇲
Real talk bro
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He had the employees exchange program. You can get a work visa because the hotel company he works for like the Hylton, Raddison, etc. if it’s a U.S. based company you work for. The company can Petition you to work in their hotel in U.S. once it’s same company. I forget the name of the Visa. But there is a visa specifically for that.
Interesting. Thanks for your helpful comment!
I’m from the Caribbean but the country I’m from does pretty well economically so I didn’t grow up with much hardship tbh… I moved to the USA about 5 years ago and I can tell you the grass isn’t always greener. I guess if you’re coming to the USA from an extremely impoverished background then migrating may be best, but living in the USA is not easy. If you are coming from abroad with little skills or no degree you will mostly only get minimum wage jobs, which in most places can barely cover your rent. Inflation has made everything really expensive in the USA now, rent, food, utilities etc. Even with a masters degree from a top US university I could barely get a good paying job!!
It has gotten more expensive here in general, true, but some states and cities are much, much cheaper to live in than others. I think it's also important for folks to understand that. Thanks for your thoughtful comment.
@@RPNeil Yes, I agree that some states are cheaper in terms of rent and food, but then you may have to deal with even lower salaries, and high taxes. Also depending on your visa type, as a foreigner you can have limitations as to the jobs that are available to you and the number of hours you can work, making life in America extremely hard. You have to work endlessly if you want to make it in the USA. Just my opinion. One job, unless you're making 6 figures or single won't work here
@@esands3726 Fair enough. Your original point that immigrants with low-wage jobs will struggle is true, but that's been the traditional American immigrant narrative since the 1800s. No one has ever said that immigrants have it easy. The sacrifices of the first generation have generally led to better, freer lives for, if not themselves eventually, then their children and grandchildren. That's the American Dream, and as Jephtha will surely concur, it's alive and well for those who come here seeking opportunities with a strong work ethic and a long-term, positive vision for their families.
As for 100k salaries, I know for certain it can still go pretty far for individuals in many states, not just some, and outside large coastal cities like NY, SF, LA, Boston, Seattle, etc. Couples who are both employed of course will do better.
Also note that such massive numbers of international students graduating from US universities is a relatively new phenomenon and a bit different from the traditional mainstream immigrant narrative. Competition for professional, salaried jobs will of course be greater and visas perhaps more challenging, and starting out in a highly developed country at a relatively high socioeconomic level might involve different expectations regarding pressure and competition and costs.
Look into leveraging a masters degree in livable but "less exciting" places like Birmingham AL or Little Rock or Indianapolis or Columbia SC or Omaha or scores of other less glamorous places, and you might find your dollars stretching much farther in more categories than just food and rent.
In fact, many smaller cities and towns across the country are rich in immigrant history because immigrants of all backgrounds came there and started businesses for the simple reason the overhead is lower and competition less.
Good luck and thanks for watching!
One headmanton my bro🙏🏾
Well done😊
Thank you!
My prince, I am so happy to see you have found your princess black love is beautiful and the fact that you both have plans for your future is also awesome keep including your wife in everything you do I see you are passionate about your job and clearly you like what you do keep smiling my condolences to you and your family on the loss of your dad you are on the right path may God continue to bless you and your union dream big you have the right attitude and you are focus thanks for making me remember home awesome job ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
Love Jaimaicans they live nd embrace all races they understand Jaimacans mixed with indians, chinese, Irish etc nd birthed mixed people they live as one Respect.
Yes, that is the sense I got from what Jephtha was describing, too. Very nice thing. Thanks for commenting.
Passport Sort out after 2yrs well done bro
ONE Should Feel GOOD in Observance of Ones OWN MIND & HEART, Not in Comparison to Someone who is Less Fortunate.....THAT FEELING is a Euphoria of the Arrogance of Feeling Better & ABOVE which is Not a True MEASURE of the SELF....
I didn't see evidence of arrogance in Jephtha or boosting himself in comparison to others. He is expressing gratitude for his circumstances and expressing awareness of challenges others deal with. No euphoria at all.
In 1968, Enoch Powell, the British politician, proposed the government give Jamaicans £7000 each to return home. That is about £150,000 in today's money.
Like your style you represent Jamaica well ,keep your focus you .
@RPNeil They are merely rounded fried flour with baking powder of course. They are always eaten with flavoured meats or vegetables. Typically with the island.s main dish, 🎉 ackee & saltfish.
The meat or vegetables are inside or are they more like hush puppies?
@RPNeil They are more like hush puppies or a type of donut. They can also be compared to puff puff that they make in some African countries. There are actually 2 types. There is a sweet version called festival which more similar to hush puppies because of the added sugar and cornmeal. The dumplings or Johnny cakes as the older folks would call it is the most popular and it goes with many dishes savory or sweet.
@@robertadevine7297 Thanks, Robert. And now I'm getting hungry!
Good looks bro g
Ge dies not speak for all Jamaicans. A lot of us are very happy here. Some don't want to work in Jamaica but they will go to other countries and work their butt's off.
Simple because you can't see where the money goes in JA it is discouraging for the average work force.
It's good to have good energy and great work ethics, and he has it, so he will do well in America ❤
Yes, with his energy and work ethic and good personality, he will do well!
Beautiful !!!!!
Thank you! Cheers!
Real talk, you can chat nuff. Yaardy ah di ɓest
Thank you
Five months is a short time to get married for anyone. However, if u guys didn’t agree that it’s a business please don’t start cheating or leave once u get ur documents, especially if children r involved. Don’t get assimilated the the bad parts! Keep ur morals and goals and the sky is the limit. Good luck bro.❤🇯🇲🇺🇸
The main reason why the companies would rather recruit people from abroad than in the U.S. has to do with who is easier to control. You will have highly dedicated workers who are aware that they must keep "this job." You think new immigrants are gonna complain about too much worK, highly unlikely.
Good comment. Whether it's the main reason or not, it's certainly a plausible motivation, along with lower wages & what Jephtha observed about American workers. Thanks for watching & commenting.
Yoooooooooow wah gwaan yute..... big up yourself real talk
Happy for you hoping all the best subscribe done
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BIG UP ALL YARDIE guys like Donny British, he makes big money
I'm voting for her
Atlanta men scares me too much 😂😂😂DL 😂😂😂hmmm
A me bad bro this enuh from Goldline days d man nuh wa go round a back seat suh till me n him tun good bredren d rest is history 😂😂 real go getter dis ppl unuh know now
Oracabessa is a cool spot.
Thanks for sharing. It does sound like a must-see kind of place.
@@RPNeil A calm , nice area. I once attended school there.
@@thepassportlifeSounds relaxing. How are the restaurants there?
@@RPNeil There are mostly small family run restaurants, you will find eating spots by the road, selling roast fish, seafood, fruits, etc. a bit of variety. Then there is another town about a 45 mins drive, called Port Maria, it's bigger than Oracabessa. There is a nice beach there and folks selling different seafood on the b each, really quiet and laid back.
@@thepassportlife Thanks for this description. Very appealing. It actually sounds similar to the lifestyle in Thailand.
- in 1990’s me cousins dem go foreign, make trouble- get deported… come a yard n dem a Don 🤦🏽♂️…My Brotha did good. Respect 🙏🏽
Jamaica is always number one ☝️
The question is a little too personal but his doing well ❤
Nah, we just felt comfortable with each other! Thanks for watching!
There is more opportunities in USA, Canada, and England than in Jamaica. Yes it is hard here. But it is more harder in Jamaica the opportunity is not there. Let speak the truth and don't get offended. U can go to the store with sixty dollars and pick up some things and go home and cook a meal. You cannot take sixty Jamaican dollars and get things to go home and cook a meal with. The truth is the truth.
@@AndreaCrawford-f9b part of it is education but the internet is opening some opportunities for those who want it but yes more opportunities abroad in bigger developed countries
Sounds like a challenging reality. Thanks for your candor.
It’s not like that it depends on what kind of work you do just like in America. All depends on what you do. if you live in Jamaica and you into construction you you make more money than what you’re making in America.
Interesting. Can you elaborate? Why does construction pay more there and how much more? Thanks.
America is where we work. Jamaica is where we live (in our heads). We can say we are working remotely in America until our contract ends. We will go back to Jamaica. It could be 20 years but we will return home.
Every immigrant is in the USA is there for the money. It's not for the life style of being a robot working, working.
Can't say I agree. I have met and read about plenty of immigrants here for freedom from political oppression in their former countries. And that has been a key truth throughout American history.
Well, when you go to the Hartsfield Jackson airport in ATL.. every airline has so many Jamaicans at the counters. Well, seems like you are in the wrong city boss because the airport is like a mini Jamaican hub. Every corner you go you will see jamrock people. You have to be careful where you park your car because them thief baddd up here
Interesting. In fairness, though, Hartsfield is the world's busiest airport, with so many folks from everywhere just connecting, passing through. And it is a gateway airport to the Caribbean and South America. Most don't live in Atlanta. Thanks for watching & commenting.
I hope you’re doing well. I’m reaching out because I’d like to share my story about the challenges I’ve faced with my wife and what I went through when I came to the U.S. It’s been a tough journey, and I believe my experiences could resonate with others who might be going through similar situations.
I think your platform could be the perfect place to share my story and offer some insight into the struggles of navigating relationships and life in a new country. If you’re interested, I’d love to connect and discuss this further.
Big j
I am 'a Jamaican and I am so proud of you job well done.
He use the word I, speak for himself , agree with him
There is no work in America it's very hard
Do the work that no one wants
I struggle more in America than Jamaica
As we discussed in the video, the US can indeed be hyper-competitive with a stressful lifestyle and higher costs than other countries.
So y not come back home then ???
I don’t like Atlanta i love Florida
To each his own. Thanks for commenting!
Real medz
People in the USA are so used to racism that its just casual to them. Experiencing jamaican warm, friendly society would shock them.
If UK,USA, or Canada gave Jamaica visa free access, Jamaica would be depopulated within 24 hours.
Can I get a interview please as a immigrant also living here
Jamaicans have made their mark all over the world seeking better opportunity other than their own. You will not find a Jamaican in Haiti or a Haitian in Jamaica That's tough.
I know a few Haitians living in Kingston Jamaican and they were all criminals
@@jeneedwards5413 😂
A North Carolina the thing set lol 😆
Which city and does it snow there
No her father is from Portland Jamaica
No, the information in my video is accurate: Donald J. Harris was born & raised in Brown's Town, according to multiple credible sources online, including his own essay, "Reflections of a Jamaican Father," which can be found at Jamaica Global Online. Many generations preceded him there in Brown's Town. He actually went away to high school in Port Antonio in Portland Parish. Thanks for watching.