Why You're As Much of a 'Genius' as Jay Z
I hear a lot of people call the "God MC"/rap mogul/business mogul Jay Z a genius. As understandable as it is that you would call him that, given his business ventures and great success, I must disagree. What exactly is it that Jay-Z has done that you yourself cannot accomplish? The answer is "nothing". It does not take a genius to become successful. It takes someone that is driven and willing to work for whatever it is that he/she wants. The success that you attain is solely dependent on the time and effort you decide to put into it. Are you willing to make connections? Are you willing to step outside of the box? Jay Z was. From selling crack cocaine in the streets of Brooklyn, NY--a story you probably are familiar with ( click here if you aren't)--Jay managed to work his way onto not only the rap scene, but later the Forbes List. His rise to success was sparked by his lack of complacency. He had no interest in falling into mediocrity and limit...