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Make It Happen
256 pages, 2006
biographies & memoirs
997 books
self-improvement
909 booksKevin Liles climbed from intern to president of Def Jam Records in only nine years. Today, at age thirty-seven, he is executive vice president of the Warner Music Group and has helped discover and direct the careers of stars such as Jay-Z and Ludacris. Liles' meteoric rise from humble beginnings to one of the most successful and influential executives in the music industry is far more than a rags-to-riches story.
It is a tribute to his incredible work ethic, business acumen, and confidence in doing his thing his way, the hip-hop way. Every real success story in hip-hop comes down to the same thing: someone who finds the will, focus and drive to achieve. Liles writes in Make It Happen: The Hip-Hop Generation Guide to Success. It doesn't matter if you are male or female, white or black.
It doesn't matter what religion you are or what hustle you choose. What matters is that you fight against the odds to realize a dream and be the best that you can be; that's a real success.
In Make It Happen, Kevin Liles emphasizes the importance of never giving up. He shares his own journey of persistence, from an intern to the executive vice president of Def Jam Recordings. His story encourages readers to keep pushing, no matter how tough the journey gets.
Liles encourages readers to embrace their individuality. He believes that everyone has a unique story and perspective that can contribute to their success. So, don't be afraid to be different, instead, use it to your advantage.
One of the key takeaways from Make It Happen is the importance of building strong relationships. Liles shares how networking played a crucial role in his career. So, take a look at your own network and see how you can strengthen those connections.
He also highlights the importance of learning from failures. Liles sees failures not as setbacks, but as opportunities to learn and grow. So, next time you face a failure, don't get disheartened, instead, find the lesson in it.
In the book, Liles constantly emphasizes the value of hard work. He believes that there are no shortcuts to success and that consistent effort is the key. So, if you're looking for a book that will inspire you to roll up your sleeves and get to work, check out Make It Happen.
