I've always loved making connections and meeting new people. Whether it's someone that I meet in person or even through the internet. From a young age it's been important for me to get out of my comfort zone and learn how to network. As time goes on, I understand the importance of it even more.

A few months back I wrote an article about podcasts and mentioned three that I really enjoy. I was listening to a lot of "How I Built This" with Guy Raz. The podcasts highlight the stories of entrepreneurs that started and built a successful company. On top of that, I was listening to a lot of episodes of "The Gary Vee Audio Experience." My favorite part about Gary Vee's podcast is that he gives insight into the business world and provides tips for those chasing their dreams. The final podcast I wrote about was my favorite by far, "Purpose In The Youth." The podcast dives into the stories of creatives like musicians, entrepreneurs, fashion designers, photographers, and so much more. I learned so much from the podcast over the course of a few months and it correlated with exactly what I wanted to pursue.

I was really excited to hear from the host of "Purpose In The Youth" Bobby Hobert, also known as Bobbbaaaay. We talked about starting a written series for his brand and I let the ideas flow thereafter. Months have gone by since then and we've finally released the first "Inside The Vision" written interview with Gaithersburg, Maryland music artist, Silas. I chose Silas as the first guest on the series because over the past few years I've seen him go full force at his craft and progress with his talents. I wanted this series to be a source for people to see someone building a career around their passion, similar to the "Purpose In The Youth" podcast but in written form. It was important to me that this series highlighted the stories of young, dedicated, and passionate people who are still on their journey to the top.

I want this platform to grow into a place for creatives to come and get insight into the lives of everyday people following their dreams. In today's world, we are taught to go to school, get a degree and work a corporate job for the rest of our lives. In reality, now is the time to get out there and chase the dream you've always wanted to. The internet has provided us with the greatest opportunity and we can utilize to make our wildest dreams possible. Don't wait to chase that passion you have, do it now!

"Inside The Vision" will have a new installment every Monday for weeks to come. I am always looking for new people to connect with and highlight their story through this platform. If you come across this article and have a suggestion, go to

purposeintheyouth.com or email purposeintheyouth@gmail.com.