We take a look at the different steps Shawn Carter has taken to reach his statue of success and power.

2. Don’t judge a book by it’s cover
Behind the name
Why Shawn “Jay-Z” Carter

3. Mentors have an expiration date
Devils Advocate

4. -- Commitment to responsibilities starting at
a young age.
-- His experiences & transition
-- Leader-like qualities & role-modeling

5. Roc-a-wear clothing
Roc-a-fella records
40/40 Night Club
Brooklyn Nets Partner
Shawn Carter Scholarship Foundation
President/CEO Def Jam
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6. His role in hip-hop
His success: Billboard, musical success
His impact on followers and artists
Who’s he has mentored

7. The change is visible
What we have learned from this
What you should take from this
Try what you want to in life