Check out our interview with Model, Influencer & Entrepreneur Lexi Griswold who is the modern day hustler – and she’d here to tell us just how she had to put aside the stigmas in order to see the success she has today.
Born and raised in Portland, Oregon, Lexi ventured to LA on her own at age 21 to pursue her dream in modeling. Much like the true LA story goes, financial hardship soon hit – and getting hit on by casting directors that never ended up booking her because she wouldn’t…go to dinner with them… was not paying the bills. After much deliberation, she gave Only Fans a shot… rather than being objectified by these people, why not take control, own your creative direction, and make money while doing it? The result paid off.
Aside from the financial success, Lexi has been featured in top brand campaigns including Fashion Nova, Ashoc Energy, KO watches, Vanety Planet, Green Juice, Revolve, Skinny Mint, Dolls Kill, and Motel Rocks. And this is just the start.
When Lexi is not being an entrepreneur and building her empire, she enjoys spending time in nature, going on hikes, cooking, shopping and working out.
Follow Lexi @lexigriswold
Hi Lexi, please tell us a little about you?
I’m a 22 years old social media influencer & model. I love fitness and healthy eating. I want to travel to as many places as possible and working towards becoming a very successful model/ entrepreneur.
Describe yourself in 3 words?
Compassionate, lively, smart
Name one of your strengths?
I am good at communication.
Best advice ever given?
Live in the moment.
Who has been the biggest influence on your life?
Growing up watching Keeping Up With the Kardashians, seeing how their lifestyle is was always very inspiring, and I looked up to Kim Kardashian and her work ethic.
How and when did you start modeling?
I got into modeling about one year ago. Social media truly helped me get into modeling as I started to grow on Instagram.
What is fun and rewarding about modeling? And what is not?
Being creative and creating cool content for people to enjoy. I also enjoy modeling clothes and getting into fashion. So far, I haven’t found anything not rewarding and fun about it all.
What did you learn from your biggest failure?
There’s no such thing as familiar, everything is just a learning experience, and next time, you will be better than you were before
The most important thing when you are shooting is?
To have confidence in myself.
What’s your advice for the newer models?
To always be confident in everything you do because if you are not, it will show.
What would you say are the greatest lessons you learned so far in this business?
To always trust what you think is right, listen to your instincts & not everyone has your best interest in mind.
Now tell us about the massive success of your Only Fans account. That’s amazing. Congrats!
I try to make it personal so people can feel like they can connect with me! I also love to make super dope content for them, so they will want to stay subscribed. I like to do fun lives answering questions from them.
How often do you post content on the OF account?
Almost every day!
What book should every entrepreneur read?
That’s a good question as I’m still trying to find a good entrepreneur book!
What actor/actress do you admire the most, and why?
I’m not too into actor/actresses, so I wouldn’t say I have one I admire.
What’s next for Lexi Griswold in 2021?
I definitely want to get more modeling work and keep posting fun and entertaining content people can enjoy! Lots of working out also! Been really focusing on myself this year, and it feels amazing.
Which magazine or project is still on your bucket list?
I would love to shoot for Sports Illustrated! It has always been a dream of mine.
In five years from now, where do you see yourself and your career?
I see myself being a very successful and well-known model, traveling the world for work, having my own brand, not sure exactly what it will be yet, owning a few houses that I rent out.
Now talking about Instagram, can you share some tips for keeping your account interesting?
I try to switch up my story posts a lot. Even if my day-to-day routine is pretty similar, I try not to post the same things every day to keep it interesting!
So many people follow you. How do you feel about that pressure of always doing the right thing and encourage people to follow their dreams?
I don’t feel too much pressure as I know that I am a good person, and my actions will always show that I am. I try and post a lot of motivational videos/quotes on my stories, and I get a lot of good feedback from people when I do that.
I bet you get millions of it, but what are the best and worst Instagram DM pickup lines you received so far?
Oh man, there are so many, the worst has to be from creepy older men, and the best gotta be just the sweet genuine DM’s. I can always tell the difference.
What is your favorite healthy food?
Broccoli! I use to hate broccoli, but I got myself to love it
And your favorite cheat food?
Anything chocolate! Or Monty’s good burger is my favorite cheat meal! It’s a plant-based burger restaurant.
What is your own definition of happiness?
Enjoying the moment and the people around you, fully being present and grateful for everything I have.
How would your best friend describe you?
Motivated, hard-working, fun, happy, smart, caring
Who is your biggest beauty inspiration?
Kylie Jenner!
What does fashion mean to you?
Fashion, to me, is a creative way people get to express themselves.
Who are some of your favorite models and designers, and why?
Emily Ratajkowski, she’s all about women empowerment, and I love that! Kendall Jenner because I love her style and the way she carries herself. For designers, I’m still trying to figure out my favorite; I’m not sure yet.
How would you explain your fashion style and what items in your closet can you not be without?
I would say my style is very balanced with chill/ street style but then also can be dressed up and more girly, like heels. I can’t live without a good pair of mom jeans, some cool sneakers, a pair of black heels, and a jacket that would go w any outfit.
If you could meet someone living or dead, who would it be and why?
I would love to meet Kim Kardashian because she is an outstanding entrepreneur, and I feel like I would have many questions to ask her.
What would be the dream holiday, and who would you go with?
Dream vacation would be to Turks and Caicos or anywhere tropical, and I would go with my best friends, Kayla, Katie & Roman!
What do you like to watch on Tv?
I honestly don’t watch much TV, but when I do, I love Rick & Morty.
What music do you like?
I love all kinds of music, but my fav has to be a good R&B/Hip Hop.
Do you support any charity?
I do not at the moment, but in the future, I would love to support charity’s that help endangered animals and any that help the Planet????
3 things you can’t leave home without?
My phone, lip gloss, & sunglasses
Idea of a perfect Sunday?
A day at the beach relaxing with some friends and some good music
Where can we follow you?
You can follow my Instagram @lexigriswold
Holiday Destination: Bahamas or Greece would be amazing!
Drink: Strawberry kombucha has been a fav of mine lately.
Celebrity Crush: Tory Lanez at the moment because I love his music, and he inspires me a lot with the way his mindset is and hard work ethic
Favorite song? Why? Street runner by Rod Wave at the moment because it makes me feel something inside and inspires me.
Sports Team: Los Angeles lakers
Movie: Parent Trap!
