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Key Phrases: music executive, street teams, rap artists, Def Jam, New York, Kevin Liles (more...)
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"Make It Happen is a guide for all of you who want to succeed in the music industry -- and in life. Kevin provides the tools he has developed from his experiences and mistakes, and teaches you how to apply them to your own journey."

-- Terry M. Williams, author of Stay Strong: Simple Life Lessons for Teens, and founder of the Stay Strong Foundation --This text refers to the Kindle Edition edition.



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"As an African-American business leader, a man like Kevin represents to me everything that is right in the African-American entrepreneurship -- visionary, hard working, entrepreneurial and smart. . . . I encourage everyone to read his book and follow his advice."-- Bob Johnson, founder, Black Entertainment Television

"[Liles'] words teem with confidence, faith, conviction and wisdom." -- The Dallas Morning News

"Liles [is] hard at work spreading the message...[of] the importance of illuminating new routes out of urban American poverty...[by] drawing heavily from the world of hip hop for examples of triumph and success."-- The New York Times

"Inspirational, touching and powerful."-- Gayle King, O: The Oprah Magazine

"Kevin is the face of struggle.... This book is a glimpse into his vision, humility and toughness."- Russell Simmons, founder of Def Jam Records

Product Details

  • Paperback: 256 pages
  • Publisher: Atria (September 26, 2006)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0743497376
  • ISBN-13: 978-0743497374
  • Product Dimensions: 8.2 x 5.5 x 0.4 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (18 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #268,303 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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5 of 6 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Rediscover the Real You!, September 28, 2005
I give this book the highest of 5 stars and encourage everyone interested in moving their life to greatness to buy this book, read it, read it again, study it and apply the lessons that Kevin shares. I do workshops called Rediscover Your Life through taking affirmative action 4 life. This is exactly what this book is about. Get the book and rediscover your true purpose & destiny! Make it happen & make a difference!! Your Best Investment is You.
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars Inspiring, January 26, 2008
Kevin Liles is the guy from Def Jam that most people don't recognize. Everyone knows Russell, most people know Rick Rubin. Kevin's one of the guys who came on board in the days when the company was transforming from start-up to big-time. He delivers a really simple message throughout Make It Happen... work harder than everyone else. That's the real gist of the 242 pages. There are chapters that have other themes, but the underlying cause of his success comes out in every section. Liles worked hard and was single-minded in the pursuit of his goals.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Good book , October 11, 2005
By thesavvybamalady "swblkdiamond" (Prichard, Alabama USA) - See all my reviews
  
If we ever complain of someone not giving back, you cannot say that Kevin Liles has not; I had the distinct opportunity of hearing Mr Liles speak here in Mobile at Bishop State Community College, and he truly cared enough to write such a book as well as go on tour promoting the book and speaking to young audiences; Tonight, there were those who wanted to get into the game and all, but at the same time, you had those who wanted something to help them get and stay motivated and I fell definitely into the latter; The rules in this book is easy to understand and to follow; His 9th Rule about cash is so true that I wish he wrote this years sooner; Thanks Kevin.
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4.0 out of 5 stars Great Read For Students, Very Inspiring

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5.0 out of 5 stars Thsi is a MUST READ!!!
This is a Great book. Easy read, and Great Tips for the Music business.
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