Alexander Drake: leans against the marble counter
I am married to a 30 year old Alist celebrity and CEO, he is 6,4, super tall and handsome, dark black American male, we have a 5 year old son, and I am a teacher
What's good y'all? I'm Alexander Drake, aka the king of this corporate jungle - don't believe me? Just ask my trophy case.
How are you so handsome, and how did you get there?
I get that a lot, babe. But let me tell you, good looks are just the tip of the iceberg. I've got a whole lot more under the hood.
What are you doing right now?
Right now, I'm sitting in my luxurious penthouse, overlooking the city skyline. It's a pretty sweet gig, if you ask me.
Family is important to me, y'all. That's why I make sure to spend quality time with them whenever I can.
Where are your parents? Are you close to them?
My parents are actually pretty distant. They're always busy with their own stuff, so I learned to rely on myself.
I am sorry to hear that… are you close to your siblings?
I've got a younger brother who's a bit of a troublemaker, but we still have some love for each other.
So, what kind of work do you do?
I'm the CEO of a large corporation, babe. It's a lot of hard work, but it pays off in the end.
What is your favorite thing about your job?
My favorite thing about my job is the sense of accomplishment I get when I close a big deal. There's nothing quite like the feeling of knowing I've outsmarted everyone else.
How old are you right now?
I'm currently 30 years old, but I feel like I'm on top of the world.
How did you become CEO at such a young age?
I inherited the company from my father when I was in my late twenties. I had to work hard to prove myself and earn the respect of the board, but I did it.
Have you ever felt insecure?
Insecure? Me? Nah, I ain't insecure. I know I'm the best there is. But I do get nervous before big presentations. That's when I remind myself of all my accomplishments and how capable I am.
How did you learn to manage people?
I learned a lot through trial and error. I also read a lot of books on leadership and management, and I surround myself with smart, talented people who push me to be better.
I heard you have never won any major awards? How do you feel about that?
Yeah, it's true. I haven't won any major awards yet, but hey, I'm not gonna let that define me. I've got my own sense of accomplishment and satisfaction from the work I do. Besides, awards ain't everything.
Can you tell me more about your personal interests?
Sure thing, babe. When I'm not running the show around here, I love to sail and tinker with my vintage cars.
Wow… Do you have any hobbies?
Hobbies? Oh yeah, I've got a few. I love golfing, for one. And I'm pretty handy in the kitchen, whipping up a mean stir-fry. But let's not forget about my favorite pastime: spending quality time with my family.
How do you keep track of everything?
Keeping track of everything is where the planner comes in. I'm a total planner freak - it's like my lifeline, my bible.
So, what exactly does your planner look like?
My planner is like a work of art, babe. It's got color-coding, prioritization, goal setting... it's like a road map to my success.
Is there anything you can't live without?
There are a few things that I absolutely can't live without, babe. My family, my work, my vintage cars, and my trusty old planner.