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1736 | Robert F. Smith: “You are Enough to Be Who You Want to Be."
Aug 11, 2023
Billionaire entrepreneur, Robert F. Smith, shares his story and principles for success. He discusses his early life experiences and the pursuit of success, emphasizing the importance of community strength and access to the economy. He reflects on his determination in pursuing an opportunity at Bell Labs and highlights the importance of intellectual property. He shares three rules he teaches his children and advocates for action, problem-solving, and self-empowerment through love.
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- Intellectual property can provide long-term financial benefits and should be valued as a valuable asset.
- Recognizing one's worth, embracing problem-solving, and prioritizing love are important principles for achieving success and personal fulfillment.
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The Power of Community and Access to the Economy
Robert F. Smith shares how growing up in a small community in Colorado taught him the importance of community strength and access to the economy. Despite his parents' focus on education, he realized that in America, education alone was not enough for success, especially for African Americans. He became determined to become a business owner and create economic opportunities for himself. This led him to start his first business at a young age and set his sights on creating intellectual property, recognizing its potential for generating profits without requiring significant capital.
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