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March 28, 2023 50 mins
In this episode of the podcast, Mz. Skittlez interviews Clinton Sparks, a Grammy-nominated, multi-platinum DJ, producer, and songwriter. Clinton is also an entrepreneur, investor, and author, having sold over 75 million records. He shares his journey to success in the music industry and how he navigated the world of business and entertainment to create an authentic brand and identity for himself.

Clinton emphasizes the importance of not dimming your light to push your talent forward. Playing small to avoid turning peers into competitors is not worth it in the long run. Instead, focus on building yourself up and treating those around you well. Clinton also talks about providing value and leaving a lasting impact by letting your light shine, as well as the need for "council culture" to provide mentorship and guidance.

Clinton shares his top three lessons learned from over two decades in the music industry: set realistic goals, keep score of your wins and losses, and don't be a dick. Mz. Skittlez and Clinton discuss his favorite projects and how he learned from a variety of sources.Key topics covered in the podcast include Clinton's story, the importance of not dimming your light, raising others up, "council culture" versus "cancel culture", influencers' responsibility to set a good example, how Clinton built his prestigious music career, and his top three lessons learned from the industry.

To connect with Clinton, visit his website or follow him on Instagram HERE

To connect with Mz. Skittlez, follow her on Instagram HERE
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