Vybz Kartel Life
Adidja Azim Palmer
What is the name of Vybz Kartel's record label
Adidjahiem Records/ Vybz Kartel Muzik
What qualify helps Kartel adapt to change and create new ideas?
Innovation
What type of entrepreneur is Vybz Kartel classified as?
Opportunist
What two key traits contributed most to Kartel’s success according to the presentation?
Innovation and resilience
Which community in Jamaica was Vybz Kartel born and raised in?
Portmore
Name one of Kartel's rum brands
STR8 Vybz Rum
What term describes understanding and managing your emotions and relationships effectively?
Emotional Intelligence
What is an “opportunist entrepreneur”?
Someone who takes advantage of opportunities to expand and grow their brand
What is one lesson aspiring entrepreneurs can learn from Vybz Kartel’s journey?
Success requires creativity, risk-taking, and persistence
What genre of music made Vybz Kartel famous?
Dancehall
What product is sold under the 'Fire Vybz" brand?
Grabba (tobacco)
How does Kartel demonstrate empathy in his work
By writing lyrics that reflect everyday struggle and emotions of Jamaica society
How did Kartel use his fame to expand into entrepreneurship?
He launched branded products and ventures that appealed to his fan base
How does Kartel’s story show that branding is powerful?
He turned his public image and fame into profitable business ventures
Before launching his solo career, Kartel was a member of which group?
Alliance before creating Portmore Empire
Which business venture promoted both nightlife and his rum brand
Street Vybz Thursdays
Give one way Kartel has shown innovation beyond music
Launching products like rum, grabba, and merchandise under his brand
What other classification could describe Kartel based on his multiple ventures?
Serial entrepreneur
What challenge did Kartel face that tested his entrepreneurial resilience?
His incarceration and business fallout with Corey Todd
What key personal qualities helped Vybz Kartel rise from humble beginnings to frame
Determination, Resillience & Innovation
Name two of Kartel's business ventures that are now inactive
Daggerin Condoms and Street Vybz Thursdays
Despite incarceration, how did Kartel maintain his music career and fan base?
By releasing songs digitally and using technology to stay connected with fans
How do Kartel’s entrepreneurial types (opportunist & serial) complement each other?
He spots opportunities and repeatedly launches new ventures to build his empire
What overall message does Kartel’s journey teach about entrepreneurship?
True success comes from combining talent, vision, and determination despite obstacles