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I’m Not a Boss, I’m A Servant

The hip hop mogul doesn’t like bosses, and therefore looks to hire people who like to get their hands dirty.

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Russell Simmons

February 24, 2011

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The hip hop mogul doesn’t like bosses, and therefore looks to hire people who like to get their hands dirty.

Russell Simmons

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