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Post by Jessica Aucoin on Feb 3, 2014 17:32:13 GMT -6
I thought the video was interesting. I knew 50 cent was a rapper but I never knew that he had a business side to him. I really liked that even though it took him a while to grow in the industry, he never forgot his roots. I feel like it is really important to give back to the community and I'm happy to see successful people doing just that.
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Post by meganlynch on Feb 3, 2014 19:39:15 GMT -6
I found this video very surprising. I had no idea 50 Cent had come so far from his “In da club” days. Who knew behind the music was a smart businessman? I am very pleased to hear that whatever he is working with and selling, a portion goes back to those who need it. 50 Cent was very smart to buy into things instead of just being a part of them. This is an important lesson on branding. If a product or image does not represent your brand, then you will send the wrong message to consumers. By getting involved with the branding process, he is ensuring that the 50 Cent brand will not be damaged or misinterpreted. He is also incorporating social responsibility by being such a philanthropist. He is sending a very positive message to his community, which is a great example of what business entrepreneurs should be doing.
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Post by melanconcaitlin on Feb 4, 2014 12:12:06 GMT -6
It is strange for me to actually say this, but if more people were like 50 cent then the world would be a better place. I personally did not know that Curtis Jackson was doing such things to help out the fellow man. I still saw Curtis as the 50 cent character, a hard rapper before this video. This video opened my eyes and actually impressed me. Most people think of the end result, becoming a million, a billionaire, huge mansions, and luxurious cars, but not Curtis. In the video he mentions that he is a billionaire compared to were he started, the numbers don't mean anything to him. As someone trying to become a successful business woman myself I can respect this statement, it is something to live by.
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Post by chelsearickett on Feb 4, 2014 13:44:09 GMT -6
I didn't know 50 Cent's real name was Curtis Jackson. I find it very noble that he doesn't buy into companies that he doesn't particularly "like". I didn't realize he was such the philanthropist. It's unfortunate that rappers receive such awful stereotypes, even when there are those, like Lil Boosie, who are the reason why we think this way about rappers. Jackson has definitely changed since his first "mix tape" as the interviewer said. He doesn't want to be the bad guy anymore. He's really stepped up and grown into a successful entrepreneur rather than just an artist. My favorite part of this interview was when he said "You can have 18 bedrooms, but you'll still only sleep in 1 bed. You realize that after having 18 bedrooms."
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Post by katelynjones on Feb 4, 2014 16:56:27 GMT -6
I think what 50 cent is great! He is coming out with a new product and at the same time he is helping feed poverty. He has this amazing platform to do this and taking advantage of it is what I like to see.
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Post by lmoore on Feb 4, 2014 23:30:09 GMT -6
It is interesting to know that Curtis Jackson is an entrepreneur and philanthropist. He invested in an audio business which allows him to help decide what would make the product different from everyone else. He gives back to those in need after traveling to Africa and seeing the hardship there. His message is that ambition provides new things. Being ambitious and investing in things you like, you can become successful.
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Post by amandayoung3231 on Feb 5, 2014 11:10:13 GMT -6
It is always important to remember where you came from. If you remember the struggles that you have in life then it makes you not forget the little things. Which should make you happy. I like his answer to "Do you think you will become a billionaire". He said that he will continue success and he does not know at what rate. If you do things in life that make you happy then the money will come. I do not think all successful people say I just want to be a billionaire or what have you. They set goals in life and money is just an effect to what they have accomplished.
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Post by brettstirling on Feb 5, 2014 14:48:21 GMT -6
Curtis Jackson in this video has the same passion and drive behind his success as Video of the Day #11. Curtis realizes that, in part because of his background, he should give back to community here in the US and partnerships for international charitable organizations. Conscious Capitalism, an excellent approach to his business success. I also see his passion behind the business from buying the company SMS Audio in order to participate in all decisions and stick with it in the long run. He's able to build up his personal branding and quality products in this way. He's also gauging his actions based on his consumers, providing what hey like and providing something that other brands don't offer. For example the newer, specialized technology in his version of headphones. He also modifies other's ideas such as tackling the piracy issue by using Spotify and other means to curb, not end, music piracy. But again he keeps his mind on the passion of why he's doing what he's doing in the first place. When asked "do you see yourself becoming a billionaire someday?" Curtis replies "yes but I'm not really focused on it." He's aware that it's not about the money and that someday, because of his passion it will get there but not because that was his full intention. It's a very good perspective I never imagined and one that I would share with many others.
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Post by halearnold on Feb 5, 2014 15:24:58 GMT -6
"Ambition is a tunnel you run through that never ends." This interview has completely changed my perception of 50. He is very articulate and intelligent. His compassion and willingness to grow and learn and evolve is quite amazing. I loved hearing about the blending of his business ventures and philanthropy projects. Conscious Capitalism I believe is how he coined it. That's a positive take on capitalism and the opportunities provided. I also like that he is supposed to be the bad guy and he is doing all these good things... where are the good guys in all of this?
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Post by csimo123 on Feb 5, 2014 23:25:10 GMT -6
At first i read the title and thought 50 cent? Really but dang did he impress me. I really enjoyed philanthropy work and involving his products with it. He is a very humble guy which i realized towards the end when he said happiness is the key. Also where he came from to now, WOW! That is passion and ambition into one.
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Post by kati3 on Feb 6, 2014 15:23:44 GMT -6
This is a very inspiring video. Curtis Jackson is a rapper which is viewed as a rough and sometimes violent representation of art, not to mention the covers of his albums never fail to make him look extremely intimidating. He uses his success from his rap career to give back to the world in a positive way. He started with something rough and has turning it into business ventures and helping the world. He feeds the hungry while rapping about sex and getting shot. It is a perfect example that there really are no limitations to what you want to do if its your passion.
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Post by shantel on Feb 6, 2014 20:09:53 GMT -6
I enjoyed the video and the message behind it. It's always a pleasure to see someone successful in spite of adverse circumstances. In today's society most rappers get have a bad image because of the background. So for 50 Cent to to go beyond rap like many other rappers has such as Jay Z, Kanye West, Diddy and so many others give the rap community a better image. Moreover he really set a good example for others of the same background. It's also great that he's a philanthropist. Lastly, I hope to as intelligent as he is when comes to making business decisions.
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Post by susiekaz on Feb 6, 2014 20:36:25 GMT -6
Wow! I really enjoyed this video! I think there are many points and avenues someone could go through based on this video with 50 cent. I would like to touch on his conscious capitalist template that he talked about toward the beginning of this video. I come from a charity background, having worked for an animal shelter for two years, so I believe in "giving back." I also believe in the capitalist view that big money-makers can help our nation by re-investing in the economy and other ventures rather than donating to charity. I just thought it was very interesting when 50 cent said that only 1% of business could alleviate all extreme poverty around the world! That's just crazy to me to think that it could be that easy!!!! I really like his profit, non-profit business model and respect him much more after watching this interview.
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Post by darnette on Feb 8, 2014 23:19:12 GMT -6
Really informative video. 50 cent is a very successful businessman. The message I got from the video is not to be greedy. One can be successful but ensure that there is some return to those who are less wealthy. That can be done by simply stating terms in a contract. Its good to know that successful people are giving back and dispersing their wealth. Though, 50 cent is deemed the bad guy, he is doing good deeds daily and worldwide.
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Post by asanchez on Feb 9, 2014 15:12:21 GMT -6
This video was very interesting to me because I knew Curtis was invested in some of these companies, but I didn't know how invested he was. I like that he is so hands on and able to mold the plans of the business. I also like that his businesses all have a charity that they support through the purchase of the products. I like that he is smart enough to diversify and adapt so that he has multiple chances to succeed. I think most business people will tell you to always diversify your portfolio so that you are not putting all of your eggs in one basket.
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