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“When I was CEO, and I'd listen to music, a lot of people listen to music and you get inspiration from it. And a lot of things in hip hop are very instructive for being in business. Particularly, hip hop is a lot about business, and so it was very useful for me in any job.” quote by Ben Horowitz
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“When I was CEO, and I'd listen to music, a lot of people listen to music and you get inspiration from it. And a lot of things in hip hop are very instructive for being in business. Particularly, hip hop is a lot about business, and so it was very useful for me in any job.”

Ben Horowitz

About This Quote

Notes that music, especially hip hop, provides business insights and inspiration across careers.

In simple terms: Music offers business lessons and inspiration.

Key Takeaway

Leverage music for creative business ideas.

Themes

inspiration music business strategy

Mood

reflective motivational

Type

advice philosophical

When to use this quote

  • marketing
  • product development
  • team brainstorming
  • personal growth

Key Concepts

cultural influence creative thinking

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does music influence your decision‑making?
  • What other art forms could inspire your work?
A Different Perspective

Music taste may not translate to all business contexts.

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