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Do most Jamaicans do well outside the island?

 Jamaicans are renowned for their resilience, creativity, and exceptional work ethic. This is evident in the numerous Jamaicans who have achieved success outside of the island in various fields, including sports, entertainment, and business. However, the question remains - do most Jamaicans do well outside the island?


When it comes to sports, Jamaica has produced some of the world's greatest athletes. Usain Bolt, Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce, and Elaine Thompson-Herah have all achieved tremendous success on the world stage. Jamaica has also made a significant impact in music, with Bob Marley, Jimmy Cliff, and Sean Paul being some of the most influential artists in reggae and dancehall.


In business, Jamaicans have also made significant contributions. Jamaican-born Audrey Marks was appointed by the former US President Barack Obama as ambassador to Jamaica, and many Jamaican entrepreneurs have successfully established businesses in various industries, from hospitality to technology.


However, despite these successes, many Jamaicans still struggle to make a living outside the island. Factors such as language barriers, cultural differences, and discrimination can all present challenges for Jamaicans trying to establish themselves in foreign countries.


Additionally, the unemployment rate in Jamaica is relatively high, leading many Jamaicans to seek opportunities outside of the island. This can result in a brain drain, where talented Jamaicans leave the country, contributing to a loss of human capital.


While many Jamaicans have achieved great success outside of the island, the question of whether most Jamaicans do well outside of the country is difficult to answer. While many Jamaicans have made significant contributions to various fields, others face challenges that prevent them from thriving. 

Perhaps the more pertinent question is, what can we as a society do to ensure that more Jamaicans can succeed outside of the island?

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