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"Although MAKE IT HAPPEN was written for the hip-hop generation, the book is relevant for anybody who wants to succeed in business and life... a true human-interest story... inspirational, touching, and powerful" - Gayle King, O, The Oprah Magazine."

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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
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  • 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)
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5.0 out of 5 stars Rediscover the Real You!, September 28, 2005
This review is from: Make It Happen: The Hip-Hop Generation Guide to Success (Hardcover)
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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4.0 out of 5 stars Inspiring, January 26, 2008
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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
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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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