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1XTRA NEWS: THE REAL TALK OF THE STREETS
Can't knock the hustle
Jay Z and Alvin Hall
How do you go from a hustler to CEO? Jay Z's bankrolled an estimated $320 million fortune in 10 years.
Finance guru, Alvin Hall speaks to Jigga about his success as an entrepreneur and CEO of Def Jam. 

Roc-A-Fella records, S. Carter trainers, Roc-A-Wear, 40/40 Club sports bars, Armandale Vodka and even the New Jersey Nets NBA team Reebok make up his portfolio.

1Xtra tells the story of how the Jay Z went from rags to riches. Is he proof that rappers make great entrepreneurs?
Do you rate Jay Z as entrepreneur or rapper? Is Jay Z spreading himself too thin? Can Jay Z the brand ever fail? How has Jay Z managed to stay on top of his game? How do you think Jay-Z's doing at Def Jam?

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