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Post by godwesso on Feb 9, 2014 22:16:21 GMT -6
50 cent wanted to be an owner of whatever he got into, I like the fact that he believed in all his investments enough to put his name and brand out there as part of promoting the products he endorsed and invested in. He also talked about conscious capitalism, and how he uses his investments to give back to society. That showed how business sometimes can change an individuals way of thinking and life, he decided to use his fame to learn about business opportunities and in turn he became a changed man with different and better priorities in life. 50 cent is making a difference in his life and the lives of others in a bigger scale, that to me is success.
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Post by bmcgarry13 on Feb 10, 2014 16:14:27 GMT -6
The video supports several of ideas, some being more cliché than others. First, it is possible to achieve success regardless of birth rights (certainly birthrights can present hardships). Secondly and of greater interest, if you make it to the top you should never get lazy! Often time’s wealth breeds more wealth, not only for you but for the economy at large. Curtis Jackson understands this concept by diving into other related industries (headphones) and by giving money to Africa. From both a business and moral standpoint, he is bettering the economy, his reputation, and individuals’ lives. To conclude, less emphasis should be placed on money when measuring success.
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Post by jessicaratelle on Feb 11, 2014 9:14:18 GMT -6
I personally liked this video. I think that 50 cent shows a great thing for the rap world that he is giving back. I also think it is important that he wanted ownership in his company. Your work ethic will be different whenever it is making a difference in your own life. Another thing is that he wanted to be able to make his input in decisions and have a reason for them to be heard. I like that he isn't focused on becoming a billionaire. If all you are focused on is money, you're not in it for the right reason. If you focus more on only becoming successful, you will get to the money without even knowing it.
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Post by Deleted on Feb 11, 2014 12:28:27 GMT -6
This video can really shock you. 50 cent is known by the community as a rapper, but in reality, he is a knowledgeable business man, helping vitamin water excel and donating profits to kids in Africa is a very noble action in the United States.He helps young Americans acknowledge that your actions they define who you are and can determine your future.
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Post by nataliedodds on Feb 11, 2014 12:56:55 GMT -6
I found this video very interesting. I never knew how much 50 cent shared his wealth. Even though he is primarily known as a rapper, this video shows his caring and giving side. This also shows that no matter who you are, you can be successful with enough hard work and effort. I have a whole new respect for 50 cent now.
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Post by patrickschwaner on Feb 11, 2014 16:58:44 GMT -6
Well when I saw that 50 Cent was going to be in this video I expected to find him in the club with a bottle full of 'bub and partying as if he's indifferent to the fact that it's not my birthday. Seriously though, I was impressed by how involved 50 Cent is in his diverse range of businesses and truly seems to have became a successful businessman.
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Post by stephaniesmith on Feb 12, 2014 20:52:23 GMT -6
What an incredible message. I had no idea Curtis Jackson was so sophisticated and reserved. He has such ambitions to make the world a better place and here I was just thinking he wanted to go to the candy shop. To bring everything he can to people who are unfortunately, even in a small way, can create such an impact. The company he is starting that creates a better technology product will lead the industry into change and a new standard. So excited about what he is doing. I can't wait to see how much further he goes in his career.
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Post by shennellw on Feb 13, 2014 15:18:40 GMT -6
Setting his product apart from competition was something that 50 cent used to show his advantages. Ultimately, this helped his product lines. He also cared about other countries and communities. Working to feed hunger as well as other things he does definitely something that helps attract consumers. This rapper proves that having a great business mind promotes success.
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Post by allisonschex on Feb 15, 2014 18:44:58 GMT -6
I think this video could have been more interesting if 50 cent wasnt so mellow, but the information was interesting itself. I didnt know that 50 cent was such a business man, after watching this video it made me see him in a different way than just making rap music. Its nice to see when a person is giving back to others, i feel like most of the "famous" people now days go off the deep end and blow their money away.
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Post by sdoescher on Feb 16, 2014 11:44:53 GMT -6
I was impressed with 50 cent. His ability to come from a rough background to where he is now is inspiring. He has gone to the next level by learning from others to become a successful business man and using his resources to benefit others. 50 cent seems to have a good head on his shoulders and won't squander his fortune away like others before him.
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Post by jsherman on Feb 16, 2014 18:55:53 GMT -6
Great message. Its good to know that someone can look at a life as a way of helping people while making money at the same time. I didn't know he actually was involved in so many businesses so it's great to know he hasn't been idle. All he wanted to do was to change the way things operated from things we ate to the way we lived and he did that. Anything can happend from any stand point and life style situation and he is living proof of that.
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Post by jessweaver on Feb 16, 2014 20:40:14 GMT -6
I have never really been a fan of rap music so I don't know much about 50 cent, but after watching this video, I must say that I learned a lot about him and his ambition. As a musician, as someone who people look up to, he is setting a good example of how people who make a lot of money can give back to those less fortunate. He is partnering with multiple non-profit organizations right now to help fight the growing problem of hunger. I also like how he said that just because you make a lot of money doesn't mean that you have to spend a lot of money. For example, he could be living in LA with a 18 bedroom house, but instead he has a house in Connecticut. Also, when asked about being a billionaire, I admire the fact that he believes success is not measured by the amount of money you make. He plans on continuing to be successful and set new goals and if that means he becomes a billionaire then great, but that is not his intention or goal in life.
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Post by arenee1370 on Feb 19, 2014 0:07:29 GMT -6
I loved this video! I guess it showed me a side of him that I never knew existed. His philanthropy is very inspiring. What really made me have a new admiration for him is when the interviewer asked him did he think he would ever become a billionaire. His response was he is a billionaire compared to where he had come from. I think that is so very true. Not say that someone should settle with what they have accomplished but people should know when enough is enough.
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Post by benallbright on Feb 19, 2014 12:53:20 GMT -6
I really enjoyed this video. The rapper has made his name through writing explicit lyrics and speaking from his soul. For him to become such an entreprenuer gives the rest of us hope! I would like to think of myself as a business man that can hopefully give back to the community. I imagine feeding hungry kids is even more rewarding than the first million dollars made from hard work.
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Post by patiencedaigle on Feb 20, 2014 0:08:35 GMT -6
This video gives a surprisingly professional take on a celebrity beyond sex, drugs, and alcohol. I also think this video gave 50 Cent a chance to better his image and express his views as a business man. I like that he gave back to poor communities. I now know Curtis Jackson, instead of 50 Cent.
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