The Secret Weapon behind Drakes uncanny success

When the dust settles and the smoke clears. I have no doubt in my mind that Noah '40' Shebib will emerge as one of the most influential producers of our generation. 
(10 years from now, you can quote me on that.)

Every interview I have read or seen always leaves me more impressed!
His approach to production, his choice of operating outside the music hubs, his focus on the artist, all these and more are definitive moments that set him apart from the rest of the pack. 

Checkout this cool interview he did with Native Instruments Maschine. 

Video Pick of the week: Stromae - Papaoutai

My video pick for this week is a relatively old one (2013), but a classic in my opinion.

Anybody who knows me, knows I've always had a thing for the French language. I have recently extended that quirk into French Music were I came across Stromae. 

Man, I've been listening to his album on repeat. I think the music is absolutely brilliant.  

Music Video: A New State of Mind [Throw back Monday]

So a couple of people have been asking me about this video I did a while back. So I decided to put it out there again. For those who have been asking and waiting for new material from me-- I'm sorry for the delay but it will be worth the wait;) I promise.

Thanks for your support! OneLove - E-man

Why fairness isn't always fair

Fairness, with all due respect is a bunch of polony!

Just like when someone says with all due respect - know that the next line to come out of their mouth is probably going to be something disrespectful.

Similarly, When a person says that it's only fair...

Or I think that that is fair...

Know that it probably isn't fair.

Fairness is such a subjective thing. 

Your employer probably thinks he is paying you a "fair" wage. And let's face it, he probably isn't. 

You probably think you put in a decent day's labour. And I would bet that your employer would probably disagree with you.

The next time you make a deal with someone don't look for what is fair, seek to be generous.

Generosity. That is the difference between abundance and scarcity.

Sniper Vs Shot-Gun Approach

When it comes to being able to execute a plan, I find you only really have two options. 

The Shot-Gun or the Sniper approach. 

Shot-Guns - Don't require much planning. Spray and pray. Sometimes you hit your target, sometimes you don't. At least you hit something right?

But are random acts of improvement the best way to increase your success? My guess would be - No. 

And then you get snipers. 

Snipers - Approach things a little differently.

Like a chess game you have to see at least 3 to 4 moves ahead and anticipate what will happen next. Watching your environment, studying your target, adjusting for wind speed. All while the war wages around you.  

Sometimes however, you can use both methods to your advantage. But almost always, it's better to execute your strategy as a sniper.

How do you execute as a sniper? Practice, plan and shot. Then do it again, and again and again. Until you get better at it.  

Keep shooting until you hit the target - Every-time! 

The Silver Bullet Syndrome

If I only had a record deal that would change everything.  

If radio would just play my Hit song that would be the difference maker. 

If only I had better contacts.

If I had better gear.

If only I had more fans on social media.

If I only had more time to dedicate to music.  

The list of if's can be endless... 

But the reality remains the same.  

You have what is right in front of you and until you are faithful with the little, you can't expect God to give you any more.  

Use whatever time, resources, connections, talent and energy is at your disposal.  

Pursue your hustle with unrelenting determination. And maybe, more will be given.   

What matters most is that you made the most of what you had. 

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