Best Selling Author
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WHO AM I?
J Haleem: From Minimum Wage to Major Brands
J Haleem’s journey is a testament to resilience, vision, and unshakable determination. Once earning just $8.00 an hour at the Hampton Inn—and facing the challenges of life as a convicted felon—he transformed his life in just a few years to become a six-figure commercial photographer. It was during those early struggles that he developed his powerful mantra: #IWontStarve.
That mindset became the catalyst for change. Within a year, J Haleem left his job and pursued entrepreneurship full-time. His passion and work ethic led him to collaborate with some of the world’s leading brands, including Nike, Save the Children Foundation, the NFL, Amtrak, and the WNBA.
Now officially pardoned, J Haleem has continued to evolve. He’s a best-selling author, media personality, and the driving force behind the #IWontStarve movement, which inspires students, entrepreneurs, and professionals to overcome obstacles and pursue success on their own terms.
His mission is clear: empower others to build platforms and create lives where U Won’t Starve.
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I Won't Starve
Morning Motivation
#U Won't Starve
Author J Haleem shares his life’s experiences and the highs and lows that not only come from dealing with life as a convicted felon but also with owning and operating a business. He gives you an intimate look behind the veil as he shares his story from making $8 an hour to running a successful business.
#U Won't Starve
Morning Motivation
#U Won't Starve
#U Won’t Starve: Key Principles for Entrepreneur Development is a training guide for new and aspiring entrepreneurs who desire to take the leap into full-time entrepreneurship. J Haleem teaches readers the 5 key principles he used for entrepreneur development, which is how he was able to go from working for $8.00 an hour to becoming a successful entrepreneur.
Morning Motivation
Morning Motivation
Morning Motivation
In Morning Motivation: Consistent Encouragement Through a Crisis, J Haleem shares ten of his most powerful narratives of motivation that he used to get him through the Global Pandemic. Each chapter shares his insight, wisdom from lessons learned, and reminders of how to stay encouraged through any crisis.
Business Corner
Morning Motivation
Morning Motivation
In Business Corner: What’s Really Needed to Survive the Entrepreneurial Fight, J Haleem discusses the importance of a support system. He pinpoints those crucial times in his entrepreneurial journey when he needed a support system and the responsibility the community has to create a solid support system around its entrepreneurs and visionaries.