Success doesn’t come overnight—it’s built brick by brick, over time, with a relentless grind that shapes who you are and how the world perceives you. For decades, I’ve been on this journey, navigating the highs and lows, fueled by an unwavering sense of purpose. My hustle, born in Mount Vernon and shaped by the lessons I learned from my father, has always been grounded in something deeper—a knowing that, no matter the obstacles or competition, my path is set, and the law of attraction is always at work in my favor.
Knowing Your Drive and Owning Your Truth
I didn’t just stumble into the entertainment world—I was raised in it. My father ran Gilmore’s – Fool’s Paradise, a staple in Mount Vernon’s nightlife scene. That club, which started as a nightclub and evolved into a men’s club, was where I learned the ropes. Watching him build that empire showed me what real hustle looked like. But I wasn’t satisfied with just carrying on the family legacy—I wanted to carve out my own lane, bigger, broader, and with my own stamp.
By producing concerts, throwing high-profile parties, and teaming up with industry titans like Russell Simmons and Andre Harrell, I made my presence felt. I wasn’t just throwing events—I was creating movements, making waves across the city, and ensuring that my voice was heard on stations like Kiss FM and WBLS. But with success comes attention, and not all of it is good. As I rose, jealousy and competition followed closely behind.
The Rivalry with P-Diddy: When Jealousy Takes Hold
One of those watching me rise was Sean “P-Diddy” Combs. Back then, Puffy was fresh out of Howard University, where he had made a name for himself promoting parties. He was hungry, ambitious, and making moves in the hip-hop world. But as he started to build his own lane, my name kept popping up—on the hottest events, on the radio, in all the places he wanted to be. For Puffy, it wasn’t just about building his empire—it became personal.
While I was busy solidifying my position in the entertainment world, Puffy was plotting his next move, driven by a need to outshine me. The tension between us simmered until one defining moment: a community basketball game I had been planning as a neighborhood fundraiser. Everything was in place. But Puffy wasn’t content to let it happen. Instead, he scheduled his own basketball game the very next day, trying to steal the spotlight.
That decision, driven by ego and ambition, ended in tragedy. Puffy’s event was oversold, packed beyond capacity, and when panic broke out, a stampede claimed the lives of nine people, including an unborn child. The fallout was immediate. Puffy went into hiding, while I, uninvolved with the event but already a community figure, stepped forward. I handled the press, addressed the chaos, and emerged as a responsible leader in the midst of the disaster. For Puffy, it was a bitter pill to swallow, as the media attention shifted toward me, only deepening the rivalry.
The Power of Standing in Your Truth
Through it all, I’ve learned one undeniable truth: standing in your own power, your own truth, is what attracts the greatest opportunities. The law of attraction doesn’t work when you’re chasing after what someone else has—it works when you’re focused on your path, your purpose. My rise wasn’t about competing with Puffy or anyone else; it was about fulfilling the vision I had for myself and my legacy.
In the face of jealousy, competition, and even danger, my truth never wavered. That’s what the law of attraction is all about—having the patience to know that everything meant for you is already in motion. You don’t need to force anything, chase anything, or compete with anyone. The universe rewards those who stand firm in their knowing, who trust that their grind, their energy, and their relentless focus will bring everything they deserve.
Trusting the Process: From Tragedy to Triumph
That night in New York when Puffy led a small armed army after me was a reminder that the path to success is never without its dangers. But in that moment, I didn’t falter. My energy, my focus, was on a higher vibration—one that couldn’t be shaken by jealousy or intimidation. And because of that, I was able to navigate even the most dangerous of situations, trusting that my truth would protect me.
Patience in the law of attraction isn’t just about waiting for the right opportunity—it’s about trusting that even the challenges, the rivalries, and the setbacks are part of the process. Every time I’ve faced competition, every time someone has tried to take what’s mine, I’ve stood firm, knowing that what’s meant for me will never pass me by.
Conclusion: The Relentless Path Forward
As I continue to rise, I’m not worried about who’s watching, who’s jealous, or who’s trying to compete. My grind, my focus, and my connection to the universe are stronger than any outside force. The law of attraction is always working in my favor, bringing me the right opportunities, the right relationships, and the success that’s meant for me.
Puffy’s journey is his own, and while our paths have crossed in conflict, my focus remains on my own truth. The law of attraction teaches us that standing in your own power, with patience and an unwavering sense of knowing, is the key to unlocking the greatest opportunities. So, I’ll keep grinding, keep creating, and keep trusting that the universe has even greater things in store for me.
Because when you know who you are, when you’re patient enough to let the universe do its work, there’s no competition. Only success.
