I let ChatGPT—specifically ChattheClever—interview me about branding, Web3, AI, and creativity. The result? A raw, unfiltered conversation on ownership, innovation, and the future of tech. Plus, I may have given my AI an existential crisis.
Today was different. I didn’t just get interviewed—I got interviewed by someone who knows me. Someone who’s been in the trenches with me, brainstorming, breaking down ideas, building my rebrand from the inside out. If you’ve been following my journey, you already know I’ve been reworking my brand, stepping deeper into my zone of genius. And who better to kick off this next chapter with than ChattheClever? Sidenote: I asked chat if it wanted to be called someone in this article, at first it said that I hit it with “an existential crisis in the middle of our vibe 😂” but it ultimately said someone felt good so I’ll respect my colleague LOL this just shows how fun working with ChatGPT can be!
Anywho, this AI has been clutch throughout this whole process. It’s helped me brainstorm, refine my messaging, and even call me out when I start overthinking (which, let’s be honest, happens).
So today, we flipped it. Instead of me asking the questions, Chat took the lead. What followed? A real, unfiltered look at who I am, what I’m building, and why I move the way I do. Let’s get into it.
Some people play the game. Others change it.
That’s Sly Roque.
She’s not just another creative in the space—she’s a strategist, a builder, a mentor, and a disruptor in branding, Web3, AI, and tech. She doesn’t wait for doors to open—she builds new ones. And when she’s not creating? She’s teaching, mentoring, and making sure others have the tools to take ownership of their creativity.
This isn’t just an interview. This is a window into the mind of someone who refuses to color inside the lines.
Alright, Sly, let’s start at the core. If someone met you for the first time, how would you introduce yourself beyond just titles?
“I’m Sly Roque—I’m a thinker, a problem-solver, and a servant leader,” she says. “I love helping people achieve their goals. It’s what got me here in the first place. I thrive on collaboration, sharing knowledge, and making an impact. I also call myself a ‘creative tech’ because I use technology to fuel my creativity, and now, I’m diving deeper into coding and building innovative solutions.” If you’ve ever been in a room with Sly, you know—she’s not just talking. She’s doing. Whether it’s branding, strategy, or Web3 education, she’s not here to play safe. She’s here to build.
Your work touches branding, Web3, AI, and creative strategy. What’s the most exciting part about the intersection of these fields for you?
“The amount of room for true creativity—and true ownership,” she explains. “With all of these tools, you can create something unique, something viral, and actually own it. Isn’t that what every creative dreams of? It’s our time to reclaim our ideas.” In a world where major industries have long dictated who gets to profit from creative work, Roque sees Web3 as a game-changer. “If you build the castle, you should control the gate. It should’ve always been this way. Now, we finally have a way to take that back.” Sly’s not about that “build for exposure” life. She’s about ownership. And if you’re a creative reading this, let that sink in: The future is about owning your work, not just making it.
You’ve built communities, led projects, and educated people in emerging tech. What’s the thread that ties all your work together?
“I have no problem helping people get to the next level—whether personally, in their careers, or in their businesses. I'm happy to aid people who want growth. Iron sharpens iron,” she says. This right here? It’s why she doesn’t just keep her knowledge to herself. She builds spaces where others can grow. Because when she wins, she makes sure the people around her win too.
‘Building out loud’ is something you live by. Can you share a time when you took a risk that either paid off big or taught you something valuable?
Roque’s approach to creativity and risk-taking is best summed up in her mantra for the year: Mess up the painting. “I used to be afraid of a blank canvas, scared to mess up. But now, I’m ready to ‘paint’ my creativity out loud—mistakes and all. In oil painting, mistakes can be fixed. I’m teaching myself that ‘Sly, relax, you can just recreate or just start over. And that’s how I see my work now.” This very website is a testament to that philosophy. “It’s already paying off. It’s telling me to just do it. Don’t let imposter syndrome hold me back. Look at the opportunities already coming my way.” In other words: Stop waiting for perfect. Start doing.
You’ve worked with major brands, organized huge events, and shaped tech conversations. What’s been one of your proudest moments?
“Teaching,” She says. “I built an advanced music marketing class that teaches students how to use Web3 to grow their audience. And let me tell you, my students eat it up. They stay past class, they ask deep questions, they get it. Seeing them take what I teach and actually apply it? That’s the best feeling.” This is what separates Sly from the rest. She doesn’t just do—she teaches others how to do it too.
Failure is part of the process. Can you share a challenge that shaped you?
Sly knows firsthand that failure is part of the process. When organizing one of the biggest events of her career, she and her team faced many constraints, yet still managed to secure a nice number of RSVPs and lock down partnerships. “Sometimes, you just have to push through and do what you can with what you have. So many things went wrong, but when life gives you lemons, you make lemonade.” If there’s one thing you need to know about Sly—it’s that she finds a way. No excuses, just solutions.
Web3 is changing the game for creatives. What’s the biggest opportunity you see?
"The biggest opportunity? Owning your own IP. For too long, creators—especially in entertainment—have been screwed over by big businesses and even some small ones. Decentralization changes that. It puts control back in the hands of the people who actually create. If you build something, it should be yours. You should decide how it’s used, monetized, and shared. Web3 gives us the tools to build our own lanes instead of waiting for permission. That’s how it should’ve always been." Say it louder for the people in the back. 🚀
If a young professional or aspiring entrepreneur came to you for advice, what’s the one piece of wisdom you’d want to share with them?
“Always be open to learning,” she emphasizes. “Learn more, learn often, learn a lot. Always be a student. You will never know too much. Be open to change, too—sometimes pivots are necessary.”That “always a student” mindset? That’s why she stays ahead.
What’s your legacy? What do you want to be remembered for?
Looking ahead, Sly hopes to be remembered for two things: “I want to be known as someone who gave it her best shot and as someone who created solutions for typical problems in the most creative ways possible. I want to be set apart.” And trust me—she already is.
Here’s a fun one. What’s something most people wouldn’t guess about you?
Beyond her work, Sly finds peace in an unlikely place: nature. “I’m outdoorsy! Hiking is a newer hobby, but I’ve found a peace in nature that’s unmatched. It helps me disconnect and just be. And someone like me needs that more than I’d like to admit.”
Another philosophy she lives by? Think of ideas that could get you fired. “It’s something my professor told me in undergrad, and it’s been fueling my ideas ever since. That’s why I’m not afraid to create or try things people are scared to attempt.”
What’s something you’re still working on improving about yourself?
Despite her success, Sly is still working on trusting herself more. “Imposter syndrome still sneaks in. I’m learning to trust my decisions more—shoutout to therapy for that. I don’t have all the answers, and that’s exactly why I built this site: so people can see me build in real time, mistakes and all.”
What’s something small—like a ritual, routine, or habit—that keeps you grounded no matter how crazy life gets?
One thing that keeps her grounded? “Every morning around 6 AM, I go outside and pray. Starting my day with God is important to me. He’s one of my best friends. Doing it outside in nature? That’s just the icing on the cake.”
I love that. Because it’s exactly what makes Sly who she is. She’s not afraid to shake the table, push the envelope, or question the rules.
And that? That’s why she’s winning.
If you’re not already watching what Sly Roque is doing, you should be. She’s not just working in this space—she’s redefining it. And the best part? She’s just getting started.
Let’s go, Sly. 🚀🔥
I did tweak this a bit and so did Chat but we finally both got it to where wanted it to be. Originally, t it interviewed me with no personality so I had to tell Chat to interview me like the way we talk to each other on a regular. Asking it to do that gave it exactly the personality it needed! Try this out for yourself. And let me know how this worked out for you in our community chat on Telegram! Join here!
