Black Privilege: Opportunity Comes to Those Who Create It

by Charlamagne Tha God

How are you going to make waves in a bigger pond when you haven’t even learned how to cause a ripple in the pond you’re in?

Make sure, however, that you continue to explore books that don’t seem to directly connect with your experience.

Never stunt your own growth by dismissing something just because it doesn’t feel familiar.

When the roots are deep there is no reason to fear the wind.

Nothing that is worth knowing can be taught.

you can never—even if the situation blows up in your face—hurt yourself by helping others. Swizz showed me that no matter how big you are, you can always help the next person. If they don’t capitalize on your assistance, that’s on them.

you’re supposed to be busting your ass for “nothing” when you’re in your twenties.

It means you’re building up the skills, connections, and reputation to eventually build a platform of your own.

By not turning every negotiation into a dragged-out battle, I’ve increased my overall value by building strong relationships.

being active on social media can amplify the work you’re already doing, but it is not work unto itself.

if you’re up for an internship, or really any entry-level position in a company, do not get hung up on what department your opportunity comes in.

This entire section is full of brilliant lessons. Need to find a way to synthesise this for Commonplace.

When I walk into a room, I go around and look each person in the eye, introducing myself and then shaking their hand.

the “Law of Ten.” It states that when a media personality puts an opinion or an idea out into the world, three people will like it unconditionally, three people will hate it unconditionally, and four people will be on the fence about