Join us for an incredible conversation with Philip "Sharp Skills" Jacobs - a hip-hop artist, author, racial equity consultant, and entrepreneur who's redefining what it means to build a creative empire. In this episode, Philip shares his journey from community college to founding Rebel Firm, a creative consultancy that spans music production, book publishing, and racial equity work. Discover how he's using innovative tools like his board game "Reveal the Elephant" to help Fortune 500 companies have difficult conversations about race, why he released three vinyl records in one month, and how 10+ years of stock market investing changed his relationship with his art. WHAT YOU'LL LEARN: - How to build a product ecosystem that generates multiple revenue streams - Why mental toughness is the most important skill for the next decade - The psychology behind using games to discuss racism in the workplace - How to balance artistic integrity with business strategy - Investment strategies for creatives and entrepreneurs - The evolution from idealism to battle-tested wisdom