Daily Inspiration: Meet Madelyn Gobel

Today we’d like to introduce you to Madelyn Gobel

Hi Madelyn, so excited to have you on the platform. So before we get into questions about your work-life, maybe you can bring our readers up to speed on your story and how you got to where you are today?
I started struggling with mental health around middle school and was constantly searching for a group where I belonged. I started expanding my horizons by joining clubs in school. Once school ended and those groups faded away I searched for somewhere outside of school to feel comfort. I joined a Rocky Horror Picture Show cast and instantly connected with the members. They encouraged me to expand my talent in bracelet making and I created my company Gay Little Bracelets. My first vending opportunity was at a local bar they introduced me to called Taproom-120. I instantly felt welcomed by the owners and the community they had built. Slowly I expanded my horizons more, making merch for a local band. Taproom-120 quickly became the band’s and my home. They support me in all that I do. I now visit Taproom-120 weekly for trivia, shows, and just to say hi.

Would you say it’s been a smooth road, and if not what are some of the biggest challenges you’ve faced along the way?
It’s been a mostly smooth road. Conquering mental illness was definitely the most difficult. I had to admit myself to a hospital twice until I finally found the right medication and therapy for me. Having an escape like Taproom 120 truly keeps me going. One of the minor struggles was building a name for myself and for the band, Body Rez. Taproom-120 really supported me by providing me a place to get the word out about the products I create.

Can you tell our readers more about what you do and what you think sets you apart from others?
My job surprisingly has no relevance to my creative side, currently I charge car batteries at a dealership. I’m well known for being a hard worker and for always assisting when I can. I truly am proud to be the only woman at my dealership who works on vehicles. I think it’s important to represent that anybody can do anything despite society’s expectations. Before this I was actually supervisor for the lube shop and have only moved up from there, something nobody expected from me.

What sort of changes are you expecting over the next 5-10 years?
In the next 5 to 10 years I expect electric vehicles to be a huge part of what I do. I’m expecting to have to learn how to work on new technology that develops. Otherwise, I think my job will stay about the same, there will always be batteries that die. For my bracelets and band merch, I see the industry evolving. I think professionally made merch will be easier to access. I also definitely see my designs having to change with the fashion trends.

Pricing:

• -Band Shirts: $10
• -Bracelets: $3-$5

Contact Info:

• Instagram: @gay.little.bracelets @body.rez
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/18Pt1ftzeC/
• Other: https://open.spotify.com/artist/1gyWZSWOYjdyQdhSFrA4nQ?si=15bVFimLQsOFeakGljspjw

Image Credits
Madelyn Gobel