Make It Happen: The Hip-Hop Generation Guide to Success
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| Rating | : | 4.42 (521 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0743497376 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 256 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2014-06-10 |
| Language | : | English |
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In Make It Happen, Liles -- named one of America's Most Powerful Players Under 40 by Black Enterprise -- offers his ten rules of business success, which range from "Find Your Will" to "Don't Let Cash Rule" and "Play Your Position." As he outlines these and other strategies for success, Liles shares his own hard-won wisdom about his journey to the top, along with career advice from the various music artists, industry professionals, mentors and friends he has known along the way. It is a tribute to Liles' work ethic, discipline and confidence in doing his thing his way -- the hip-hop way. Kevin Liles' meteoric climb from street kid to unpaid intern at Def Jam Records to executive vice president of the Warner Music Group is far more than a rags-to-riches story. No matter what version of the American Dream you choose to explore, this book will help you to empower yourself and Make It Happen.
I encourage everyone to read his book and follow his advice." -- Bob Johnson, founder, Black Entertainment Television"Liles' words teem with confidence, faith, conviction and wisdom." -- The Dallas Morning News"Liles is hard at work spreading the messageof the importance of illuminating new routes out of urban American povertyby drawing heavily from the world of hip hop for examples of triumph and success." -- The New York Times "Inspirational, touching and powerful." -- Gayle King, O: The Oprah Magazine"Kevin is the face of struggle. This book is a glimpse into his vision, humility and toughness." - Russell Simmons, founder of Def Jam Records . "As an African-American business leader, a man
GF said MAKE IT HAPPEN IN ANY INDUSTRY WITH THIS BOOK!. Kevin Liles, the former intern, Def Jam president, and current executive vice president of Warner Music Group, makes his run for what will be his most coveted position yet: motivational speaker for the hip-hop generation. It's a role that he is personally and professionally qualified to flourish in. Using lessons learned during his mischevious, but disciplined teen years as a . "Five Stars" according to Amazon Customer. Great read!As someone who has aspired to work in the music industry this books paints a clear picture on what it takes to make it within that very competitive industry. As any other college grad I expected consideration from companies because of my education, but actions speak louder! If you want it you have to go out there and grab it!!!. Thsi is a MUST READ!!! This is a Great book. Easy read, and Great Tips for the Music business.
Kevin Liles is the executive vice president of the Warner Music Group. He works in New York City. Samantha Marshall is a senior staff reporter for Crain's New York Business.