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J. Alexander on Going From Macy’s Sales Floor to Live Mannequin Stardom | We Talk Weekly Exclusive
What happens when you’re accused of stealing a $2.99 tie but destined for fashion greatness? 👔✨
In this We Talk Weekly exclusive, J. Alexander shares one of his most unforgettable career stories—from hustling in Macy’s tie department to becoming the star of a live fashion display in Macy’s iconic windows for FUBU.
🔥 Watch as he reflects on:
Being wrongly accused of theft over a discount tie
Quitting Macy’s with a vow to return on his OWN terms
His triumphant comeback as a live mannequin in Macy’s display
This story is about resilience, hustle, and turning setbacks into style statements.
👉 Don’t miss this inspiring conversation—subscribe to We Talk Weekly for more powerful stories from the culture.
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Suggested Chapters
0:00 – Intro
0:30 – Working in Macy’s Tie Department
1:20 – Accused of Stealing a $2.99 Tie
2:00 – Quitting With a Vow
2:30 – Returning to Macy’s as a Live Mannequin
3:15 – Lessons Learned
#JAlexander #WeTalkWeekly #FashionIndustry #Macy’s #LiveMannequin #FromStruggleToSuccess #Inspiration #FashionStories
💬 What’s the wildest job story YOU’VE ever had? Drop it in the comments—we’ll feature the best responses in our next show!
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J. Alexander on Going From Macy’s Sales Floor to Live Mannequin Stardom | We Talk Weekly Exclusive
What happens when you’re accused of stealing a $2.99 tie but destined for fashion greatness? 👔✨
In this We Talk Weekly exclusive, J. Alexander shares one of his most unforgettable career stories—from hustling in Macy’s tie department to becoming the star of a live fashion display in Macy’s iconic windows for FUBU.
🔥 Watch as he reflects on:
Being wrongly accused of theft over a discount tie
Quitting Macy’s with a vow to return on his OWN terms
His triumphant comeback as a live mannequin in Macy’s display
This story is about resilience, hustle, and turning setbacks into style statements.
👉 Don’t miss this inspiring conversation—subscribe to We Talk Weekly for more powerful stories from the culture.
🔔 Subscribe here: bit.ly/2vDbi11
Suggested Chapters
0:00 – Intro
0:30 – Working in Macy’s Tie Department
1:20 – Accused of Stealing a $2.99 Tie
2:00 – Quitting With a Vow
2:30 – Returning to Macy’s as a Live Mannequin
3:15 – Lessons Learned
#JAlexander #WeTalkWeekly #FashionIndustry #Macy’s #LiveMannequin #FromStruggleToSuccess #Inspiration #FashionStories
💬 What’s the wildest job story YOU’VE ever had? Drop it in the comments—we’ll feature the best responses in our next show!
If you love entertainment news, pop culture, Black culture, sports, music, and trending and hot topics... You are in the right place! Celebrity Wardrobe Stylist Charles Gregory, Entertainment Journalist Lauren Sizzle, Classy Lady Sparkle, Lady S Dot, and Li Li talk the talk about hot topics, Black and Pop culture, politics, sports and the latest news in entertainment news. We keep it real!
Website: wetalkweekly.com
Instagram: instagram.com/wetalkweekly/?hl=en
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Twitter: twitter.com/WeTalkWeekly
iHeartRadio: iheart.com/podcast/966-wtw-after-the-talk-29418086
Apple Podcasts: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/we-talk-weekly/id1407352949
Google Podcasts: podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuc3ByZWFrZXIuY29tL3Nob3cvMjU3Njk5OS9lcGlzb2Rlcy9mZWVk?hl=en
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