Kendall Jenner | Exclusive Full Forbes Interview

0:00 Introduction
0:07 What Made Kendall Want To Be An Entrepreneur?
1:06 Why Tequila? Kendall Dishes On Selecting This Spirit For Her First Business Venture
2:43 Kendall On Her Business Team And Growing
3:39 How Did Kendall Set Herself Apart From Other Celebrity Owned Liquor Brands?
4:58 What Is The Process Of Sourcing 818 In Mexico?
6:20 Kendall Jenner On Branding Points for 818 Tequila
7:29 Pressure To Purse Entrepreneurship
7:55 What Is Kendall's Main Focus Right Now?
8:41 How Does Kendall Jenner Spend Her Spare Time?
9:21 Kendall On Privacy And Sharing Her Life
11:02 Kendall On Her Family Legacy And Living In The Public Eye
11:48 Kendall Jenner On Imposter Syndrome
12:57 What Would Kendall Pursue If She Wasn't Famous?
13:42 Business Advice From Kendall Jenner
14:22 Navigating Business Family Time And Personal Business Time, How Does Kendall Do It All?
15:29 Kendall Jenner On Being Intentional With 818 Partnerships
16:58 What's In Store For Kendall's 2024
17:35 The Biggest Challenges With Bringing 818 To Life?
20:11 Advice To A Younger Kendall
20:52 What Will Kendall Jenner's Legacy Be?
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[@thebee1763]

Forbes has become a joke, from having scammers like SBF and Elizabeth Holmes on their covers to calling Kylie Jenner a "self- made millionaire" and now pretending that Kendall's Tequila business is a super interesting thing. I'm sorry, but having so many interesting entrepreneurs to choose they chose Kendall, I guess we shouldn't be surprised at all. Good job Forbes, you used to be better than this.

[@peregrina5208]

Right! And it’s no hate, it’s just facts. I don’t hate Kendall or Kylie, but honestly we all know why they are there

[@auracai]

WOMP WOMP

[@olgadranyk5349]

omg IKR somebody has finally said what had to be said

[@young_fenix]

@@peregrina5208 forbes gotta get that cheque man, its only business as conor would say

[@jlayup]

I’m so late probably cause I don’t really pay attention to this stuff, but all of a sudden learning about her tequila business, the whole bad bunny thing makes so much more sense now 💀

[@Nik-pp3qs]

She’s really good at talking articulately about something without saying ANYTHING at all. It’s like there’s never anything behind her words…she also hates to acknowledge how much her family has greatly influenced her chances at success in the industry and in life. Not only is she a grade-A nepo baby, but she is in complete denial of it.

[@Ashleyunfiltered]

Bingo.

[@cosmic_841]

Lol,she literally said that she came from a family of entrepreneurs.

[@Ashleyunfiltered]

@@cosmic_841 but she doesn’t like to admit she is not the sole person for the reasoning for her success. When she became a model, Kris literally called so many people to get her signed. Yet Kendall says she did it by herself… Stuff like that is what the person meant.

[@graciela9368]

@@cosmic_841 entrepreneurs 😂 they were desperate for fame.

[@jamesp6934]

Why do you care so much

[@anniC0711]

She is so well media trained.

[@pradyumn2453]

😄

[@wizarddata3200]

Awe u are the baby

[@user-os7nb2zu8x]

98​@@wizarddata3200

[@MoyoSisters]

She gives long-winded responses and this is how I talk as well. While giving a long answer I'm mentally telling myself ok conclude now, conclude!

[@tomarsandbeyond_]

want a cookie?

[@MoyoSisters]

Yes, please.. and a pat on the back.

[@auracai]

Hostile for what@@tomarsandbeyond_

[@southerncalifornia970]

@@MoyoSisters and a pat on the booty?

[@mindy561]

met Kendall once at a party and she was literally light in a person. Looks like Bambi and is just so sweet and lovely.

[@florleticiaescalanteyauris4164]

Como a bambi ? Se. Ve creida o callada ??

[@natemorgan1996]

Really now? That's awesome that you once met Kendall at a party and that she was light in person

[@ricardoquintana2630]

Kendall has gotten a lot more well spoken and likeable. Media training perhaps

[@hotguy7318]

Of course, it works well.

[@Ashleyunfiltered]

The kar-Jenners prioritize media training. They even showed it on the show, back then Kendall wasn’t interested but she clearly grew up and realized she needed it. Nepo baby privileges

[@universaltraveler1901]

I really admire her, the more I see or hear something about it the more I like she has a really great personality and a peaceful and shy energy

[@emile5921]

Find someone worthy of your admiration.

[@sammykit9979]

This was such a friendly interview wish it lasted longer

[@zeynepezgiarslan2515]

This might be one of the most superficial interviews ever conducted by a magazine like Forbes. The responses to the questions are like those of a high school student's business answers. It's very obvious that it's an empty PR-oriented interview. I think all these fake comments are also a part of the same PR campaign.

[@bolochongli9267]

زينب

[@terryshatter833]

Agreed

[@vanessad23]

Exactly I’m throwing up

[@yolabrown]

I love how the interviewer was the one that mentioned she worked with people from Mexico. Not Kendall 😂😂

[@natbee9221]

I really like Kendall’s energy, she’s also a really eloquent speaker but I can listen to 10x interviews and still feel like I don’t really know her at all. I don’t really get why that is maybe that’s just me. Any ways GO Kendall. 🎉

[@hannahingersoll7862]

I agree but I can also relate to her I think a lot of people assume I have a dull personality but the people I truly know, know I don’t. I think she’s very reserved where as the other sisters show a lot more and have bolder personalities.

[@ariafelisha]

Grateful for this insightful interview. 💝

[@Soleil5291]

Such a great interview. This interviewer is amazing. Didn’t interrupt, asked great questions, didn’t ask super long drawn out questions

[@theaubreyjames]

i prefer red wine however, 818 is the best Tequila on the market, its smooth when you drink it , its good ... i prefer the clear 818 blanco over the flavored agave one however their both smooth, sweet and potent but good and you dont need to drink a lot to feel a nice rush, as i say ... but it does creep up on you if your not careful with it . which is fun its such a nice complimentary addition with a pasta meal. as well its so delicious... Kendall did it big with this brand! I bought 3 bottles as gifts for my sisters bday last year and let me tell you it was a hit amongst the fam @ her bday event my fam ( they prefer dark liquor and tequila.. but all enjoyed) I am a fan!

[@linakhalifa4428]

She clearly memorized everything before showing up😂

[@rain0344]

it’s called preparation, so you have your ideas organized and express what you want without forgetting due to time/nervousness.

[@theceech]

@@rain0344 preparatio is different than feeling like ur reading off a screen

[@rain0344]

@@theceech she does not look like she is “reading off of a screen”, you can tell she was nervous and anxious. She is a human. Have you ever done an exposition or an interview? well, same thing here but with cameras and later publish to the public.

[@hotguy7318]

It’s obvious but at least she worked at it.

[@malcymalcy1]

Suffers with anxiety and wants to sell alcohol. The two things do not mix!

[@jobnestgeneralservices1859]

You're a genius. How smart! Lol

[@hotguy7318]

Omg she really is the best looking model ever and she is so smart. Love her.

[@NtokozoPearlKhaula-et3vi]

Chris did a good job building powerful women in business.❤

[@ClaraPNAraujo]

I swear I don't get how some people say she looks average or boring... she's absolutely stunning. I get she might not be the greatest model and is a nepobaby but her beauty is still on a whole other level imo.

[@butisitsugarapproved618]

…..wolfie Cindy is on a whole other level of beauty…Megan fox…Halle berry….but this chick? AVERAGE

[@jenniferibarra7737]

@@butisitsugarapproved618well to me average is NOT Kendal she is stunning and everyone around me tells me she is stunning .

[@User38344]

Nah dude she just looks like those typical insta models😭

[@Crackpeas]

shes STUNNING

[@rhondapearce8525]

HER beauty? Outter? It’s plastic! Not real! Fake! Too many folks say she’s mean. Sweet here… wasn’t she?

[@jennykamara_]

Kenny is the best!!! So inspiring and kind ❤ love her!

[@ShellyBomb]

Kendall is smart, well spoken & beautiful - yet she remains down to earth ... 💖

[@FearsomeVoid]

She is none of those things except beautiful.

[@fokuz2023]

@@FearsomeVoidfr

[@jobnestgeneralservices1859]

@@FearsomeVoid when you envy someone so much, you hardly see the good in them. Petiful!

[@Catieee1]

How is she down to earth? How can you says she’s down to earth from a minute long video

[@jobnestgeneralservices1859]

@@Catieee1 and how can you say she's not, based on a one-minute long video?

[@kimdrke]

great interview

[@TheTravelDiarieswithNess]

Her passion is 💯

[@solomonkassa778]

#kendal is simply the #sweetest, kind human and intellegent very charismatic♥

[@polyaplus]

Surround yourself with the people that "KNOW" (not think they are..) they are the best at what they do!!!

[@norhan..]

Thanks Forbes for this beautiful interview I absolutely enjoyed and so loved every single minute in it, Kendall such a pure soul and very beautiful inside and out,she’s the best her vibes is amazing,I’m one of her big fans and always will support her and I love her sm.thanks Kenny for the advices ❤️🥰

[@electraloverloverlover8654]

she is the sun and kylie s the moon. shes one of my favorite celebrities

[@wiktoriagut2284]

Amazing interview, amazing Kendall!

[@topkorntopkorn1420]

Absolutely beautiful personality 🙏Thank u Kendal for your advices ,wish u to be happy always and being love in u family ❤️

[@1nonlydg821]

Love the thought process

[@bovethewater]

Great last question!

[@willievaughn6474]

Perfect interview, wow. Keep it up Forbes and Kendall.

[@swethaganesh89]

Loved this interview. She is articulate. I don't understand why people throw shade at this smart young woman!

[@emanali5607]

it's because they are selena gomez fans the smart people love kendall for who she is period

[@peregrina5208]

It’s no hate, I mean why watch her if you hate her?? But, I honestly think Forbes has become a joke, from calling Kylie a self made millionaire and then Kendall in the cover for her not that interesting company.

[@swethaganesh89]

@@peregrina5208 I don't hate her or no living being on the planet.

[@young_fenix]

people are sheep, if someone just has a bad name for whatever reason, people will hate without even checking them out for themselves

[@krislove5330]

Congratulations Kendal Jenner ❤️

[@therisanyomoyunda9390]

she is centered and light as a feather, amazing interview

[@alexrodriguez5370]

so well spoken. love her modeling (modern day Ali McGraw) and dig her vibe! Continued success!

[@shankarbalakrishnan2360]

I talk with so much respect and diligence thank me guys❤❤🎉🎉

[@coltonbray655]

I really love Kendall Jenner’s interview story 💖💖💖💖😘👍.

[@yeeeeeeeeeeeeeee3]

I love her sm

[@honeybee591]

everything she says it’s like she has absolutely no grasp that other ppl can’t just take their time & when they’re ready start some business once they find what that passion is while also simultaneously pursuing & succeeding in a 1/Million dream career *choice* that happened becuz she wanted it i’m glad she knows & appreciates her blessings as she keeps saying but damn it’s sometimes hard to hear how easy others lives can be & then be further rewarded for utilizing their privileges effectively idk i’m def deleting this soon lol

[@bolochongli9267]

No, please don't

[@mariaa6871]

You are a genuine person and very pretty and strong.

[@jordanmaia]

why does it always feel like she's not saying anything lmaooo its just words combined

[@christophermoultrie4343]

Most kindest girl and flyest girl too love to Kendall

[@ArcadiaLouise-cd7oj]

Love her ❤️

[@InternetGirl1093]

That’s all she had to say about cultural appropriation? LOL. She didn’t even address it head on. This would’ve been a great moment to actually acknowledge it directly, use the term herself and just say, “I’m sorry about that, and am glad that people continued to give our brand a chance.” ACCOUNTABILITY.

[@anamikarana984]

Totally agreeing with you . People in the above comments are saying she's very articulate and matured (which is obvious) but she didn't give any new answers just repeating a few words and sentences. Interviewer asked to go through the production process and she said "Oh I'm involved in every step" Then tell us about the step not zoom calls

[@bez2215]

Yeah she’s so vague

[@yannihezel3011]

Love you Kenny 😊

[@abigailromero7376]

i love kenny!!

[@JiandaoSalvador]

Stunning

[@EViLSiDE520]

You know how you can tell someone is not TRULY passionate about something? They talk like this.. 😏

[@richiezproductions9421]

How funny…who else was brought here after the Bad Bunny Forbes interview😂😅

[@user-ge4vy2zp7v]

I love seeing people who are out there In public and present themselves in front of the world, definitely not easy to be out there in public every day !!! And god bless all of them for patience, they make sure they don’t yell at the paparazzi. I mean if a person wants to work in the entertainment industry that person has to accept that he or she will be surrounded by cameras and people!!!

[@LaraZAZA]

I love her so much ❤

[@thestrangerreviews]

Kendall success with entrepreneurship is not only due to her career as a model but also the support group that is with her alongside her spirit that keeps her spontaneous and her viewers entertained

[@constanzalenza1765]

I admire her so much ❤

[@itskendallunofficial]

Love her ❤

[@MC-ol1nd]

Celebs usually know what interview questions are coming ahead of time so they prep their answers. With that said, Kendall sounds more mature and grounded than years past. Much better speaker than her Kardashian sisters.

[@WRogue-uh1rk]

KimK is an eloquent speaker. Her speech at the White House was great. Her interview with “The View” was awesome. Her interview with Larry King was also very good. And Kendall is close…she’s almost the same level as KimK. I like listening to both.

[@jessieleigh4841]

She’s so lovely ❤

[@allissonweighmann8590]

We love you Kenny❤️✨

[@yasminclarke175]

Get all spiritual Kendall!! Go girl!

[@user-op3nz8wz2i]

She’s gorgeous and the shy of the family but is an angel

[@user-du2xp6fg7r]

I enjoy this special interview with Kendall Jenner! She is clearly one of world ultimate competitor! An this new journey seem like it became a spirit ordeal! I can imagine how much support she receive around the global! Now tequila bottlers you have been prime for a showdown! In the making for any number of years! She has physically hand on approach! The brand has created an different yet obviously unique mixture! Congrats Kendall Hailey!

[@murilomessiask2]

She is so brilliant 👏👏👏👏 I’m so proud of her

[@mercifulheart2901]

Kendall is so beautiful and well spoken.

[@happysad12321]

She’s incrediblee

[@christophermoultrie4343]

She is my favorite girl on earth !!! Kendall the goddess I’ve meet her so many times

[@murilomessiask2]

She is amazing!!!

[@leanner400]

where can i get her dress?

[@cosmic_841]

This interview just proves that whatever this girl do people with hate her i dont know their reasons but im starting to like her more because of how passionate she is to what she do and her artistic side that not everyone sees. 😊😊😊

[@shamimkagere]

Kendall is so well spoken and intelligent, she has grown u so much ❤

[@victoriamedina580]

This is how I speak with my MIL vague and optimistic 💀💀

[@Eujille]

'love you Kendall!!! ❤

[@thejasonadamecomedyshow7646]

I love her

[@unconditionallove836]

She's awesome.

[@cybeledalmas-lewis2120]

Interesting

[@AmyElizabethFrith]

beautiful !

[@Gokrin]

“Keep things sacred and safe” , I love that.

[@romansotelo7240]

0:17-0:21 Love Kendall Jenner's hair

[@Casslaydra]

I don’t know her personally obviously but she seems like a nice girl and loves her work :)

[@gw7120]

She got everything handed down to her , everything even Jobs LOLLL

[@ihuhj3130]

If you had a business if you were passionate about you would know what it takes to run a fkn business but you don’t so.. don’t act like you know what she is talking about

[@antoniohussey8936]

@@ihuhj3130😂😂😂😂😂😂😂iconic

[@kennethiavail1719]

@@ihuhj3130now that was funny 😂😂😂

[@graciela9368]

Even the surgeries 🤣🤣🤣

[@michelle-nm2jk]

LOVE FROM BALI, INDONESIA 🇮🇩🇮🇩🇮🇩🇮🇩♥️♥️♥️♥️

[@fellownameless]

Passion for tequila. Wow. That's entrepreneurship at its finest.

[@bolochongli9267]

But, where is the problem, kitty ?

[@chibacat1234]

Love Kendall! She has such a great style and is well spoken. However... this interview doesn't feel so honest. Kendall is the creative director of FWRD, a model, owns a tequila brand, is on the Kardashians TV show and more... It's really hard to believe she is as hands on in her tequila business as she says. That's fine, but I wish things were said with a bit more transparency. Like, the way she talks about how she "was" in the captain seat at 18:42, the hesitation, the past tense, kinda gives it away...

[@Lj-dv2wLl]

She is an image like Kylie.

[@tommynick6804]

She‘s radiant.

[@Gokrin]

My Kenny ! ❤

[@abigailromero7376]

i want to try 818 tequila !

[@yojordon6401]

Cool

[@radayeskanderov1617]

Nepo baby, well prepared. 👌🏻

[@kyleaustin2728]

Proud of u kenny, the new queen elizabeth skrtt skrtt ❤

[@coltonbray655]

I really love her modeling 💖💖💖💖😘👍.

[@XanelKoko]

HER TEETH NOOOOOOO her natural teeth were SO BEAUTIFUL. This veneers totally changed her entire face and lip shape.

[@Trinx09]

She's so pretty

[@lidiagizaw3828]

who knew nepo babies were called entrepreneurs lmao

[@A_5678]

How is it their fault if they were born into wealth.

[@jobnestgeneralservices1859]

How jealous people can be.

[@fminem785]

I met her in person once and her beauty is so admirable and she is so nice of a person!!

[@mcflex8913]

Definitely very attractive.

[@jenniferibarra7737]

She’s like that type of person who is even more beautiful in person I bet

[@natemorgan1996]

That's awesome that you met her once in person and how nice she was

[@fminem785]

for her 818 campaign in Allen Park Mi, so sweet, so beautiful!@@natemorgan1996

[@MuattarFozilova]

Tekuilla Big fan as a consumer Growing up One thing lead to another Start-took the risk I lean on them-learn Nervous -my idea from the jump Packing Top of the game How involved Don't physically done tekuilla So many things alligned with me Getting up date I feel so blessed Own personality All day long Spend time- good mixture Big chiller My corcy, fricky-weird side Family -once in a century,. Stand by each other love behind, you re public eye, talk up myself, I felt ready, interior designer, Business rule. Trust your hod, surrounding , uplifting help, god Time for family - mom-doughter things. Pretty prone, doesn't allign with me,. Biggest challenge - follow instructions, male dominantly space

[@alisonpoh]

Ese trencito que hicieron a fuera del local fue imborrable y tu bailaste

[@karinakiikii]

Kendall so perfect, friendly and kind 🙌 hope she is happy with her journey 🫶

[@natemorgan1996]

Right on but a lot of haters constantly bash her and her family 24/7 online and in real life like a bunch of assholes

[@Wealthy7]

lover her heels

[@user-my6gj9wf5z]

Kendaaaaaaall💕💞💗💓💞💕❣💝

[@minimalismmoi9407]

Looove Kendall.She is the best , kind , intelligent .A beautiful human!

[@user-hb4pj6jv9d]

Very nice superb❤