BUY THE PLATFORM : OPEN THE LANE FOR UPGRADES
STEPS TO BRING YOU CLOSER TO YOUR GOALS
How can you improve your focus??
-Dan Pena; My Uncle.?
Ladies and Gentlemen; here we go again. Today business was great; even steady you could say. On a personal level; not so good. I spoke with a few members of my team. I asked for advice. I got some cool feedback. But on the family frontier; there were many negative episodes. For one; acoustics. Franchises have strict rules to be followed. For today. We failed as a business, in securing that; when in fact it is our responsibility. There people who woke up; upset. Even worst; brought that attitude into the business, for the day. By the end of the day; the energy was off balance. We opened late, and closed even later; for no reason. Not acceptable by any means. There were many frustrations, that were easily showcased, in all things dealing with the business venture.?
I have my own company to run. It is a headache big enough for me. It can be overwhelming at times. My family members are all entrepreneurs. Our focus is mainly on customer service. Did we achieve that today? No. We did not. And as you can see; I spoiled valuable time, to publish an article for the day. Yes, its good to take a break. In fact. A family friend asked me if indeed; I had written today. I responded with a sound no; but there was concern with consistency; and right fully so. When I asked for advice; it quickly answered the question. Why was the energy so in balanced? The answer is simple. The people inside the business, were dragging their feet; to be there.
I rather some one, to stay home; if they are not up to our franchise standards. It just avoids ruining the vibes, for everyone else but, most importantly our clients who pay top dollar to visit us. One important factor was brought up, by one of my newest advisors. When they mentioned it; there were plenty of staff around. I was happy that I did not bring it up. But, I had to ventilate what I was experiencing with my family. The fact is, that our lives have taken separate roads. I learned a lot when I went overseas for my last press run. At the core, some childhood friends in my team; panicked when I arrived. Many childhood issues; re appeared. My friends were so intimidated; that I was in a Recording Contract Negotiation with Warner Bros., that it impacted their judgement. The same is true for my family.?
There are so many phone calls that I have never made. Both to family members in the music business, and on a personal level to some of my friends. These are friendships that I cultivated over time. I have known some of my friends and business partners, for decades more; than any business ventures we may have ever had. We are true friends, and many are as close as family. We have made millions of dollars together; at some point in life.?
The same is true with my relatives. Its clear that I am fighting a battle in my life; for my career and my legacy. I have been in this Music Business for over 30 years. I am a one man army. I have taken on my career; on my own. I still learn every single day. My family only complicates things. I can change gears very well. I can be an artist and an entrepreneur; when needed. I can also handle my day to day responsibilities, and still assist my brothers as needed. I know exactly how to respect boundaries; that My Family Does Not, ever do. I saw myself as the counter part, of what my advisors had said. This was in front of a good group of people. This person can see how I have been advising myself; for a franchise that has zero to do with me. Yet; I always give it my best. Today; everyone was depressed, and it showed clearly. Tomorrow looks like it will be an early day; but so much was lost today. It may have set the franchise to step one; of its newly found improvement. This time it was not just the business partners. Today it was my brother.?
The advisory board listened to my concerns and the challenges that I am facing. Remember. I am in the middle of a war. And to listen to someone else say it; meant so much to me. That people can see; what, I am doing every day, in order to improve things. My advisor said it. Go to war; alone. Your brothers are clearly going through their own shit. So fuck it. Keep it moving. I can see from a third persons point of view; as I was getting advised. I would have advised any one of you; to do the same.?
Perhaps that is what I was trying to work out; inside of me. To tell my brothers, in the best way for me; to function without feeling bad. Or like I hurt their feelings. I admit. When I asked for advice, I did mention some tough topics. For example, someone looked at my two newest Ferrari 575’s. One is my Dad’s. He now has two. A black one, which I just picked up. And a Champagne one. One is automatic. The second is paddle shifters. My newest 575 is Yellow. I want to call it 97’ Fly Yellow. I feel a little bad, when I speak about it, or think about it; to myself. But, to show it to my advisor; in front of my loved ones, may have rubbed them the wrong way. As you all know; that was never my intention. This also happens when perhaps; I have spent too much time around my relatives. But, my advisor also said; that I need them as well. And that it should not be like that. My family thinks that they own me. And it fucking sucks.?
But the reality is. One. I should never be made to feel like that. That is the cycle; I am breaking. And at the end of the day; its really sad that some of my loved ones, have not grown up. I am going to keep saying this. This is why I upset the mother of my children. All Twenty Seven of Them. I am braking a pattern for them; that has been developed over the last 30 years, of my 41 year, life. It’s not fair. I don’t want to care at times. But, it does still bother me. And I mentioned a lot of great points. For example, The Fact That I need Them, and also that God has blessed me with all of these things; and how some things are not perfect. My Family Knows, that I have a need to be understood by them; and still, they go out of their way, not to? Its abuse. AND the older I get, the more distance I aim to establish.?
I spoke with my Dad yesterday and one of my Oldest brothers; Gregory. I have decided to build a new team. My Father, and my Sisters. And my Sons and my Daughters. One is expecting my Baby New Girl Nolany. My other baby should be marriage bound; soon. I can hire her Fiance too; just to keep them close and guided properly. I have to teach my children, how to administrate my music catalog, and my estate. While I am young enough to do so. Then. I have my Sisters, whom will probably marry Soon. In the mean time; same thing. They have to work with me, and their fiances as well. They all have to work with my father. My second to oldest Daughter Mozelle has to come along; too. My Father is tough to work with; period. But, I finally told my Dad; I need you. I need you now; before this child is born.?
I have to sign this agreement way before November. Plus I have a massive concert at the Prudential Center; October 2, 2024.?
Granted. If all goes well.?
Last year; Madison Square Garden became a Circus. I cannot afford to go through the same thing this year. Too much is at stake. For one; the last quarter is my bread and butter; internationally. Two. I have some major concerts in The Dominican Republic. Major. Like Million Dollar Shows. I am pretty big overseas. But, not that big. That changes everything; even for me. Also. The sore thumb. My 23’ team was down sized. It is a reminder. I have to show them; that I was worth it to have them with me. And this year; I have to show them, how I pivot and maneuver through this. It is a personal challenge for myself. I have to be the best artist at this event. And it is free. I do not plan to be paid; anything other than exposure. It also helps that I have events, close to those dates; in New York. Also; I have other huge opportunities; around those dates as a back up/ insurance, like the Olympic Center and The Fort!?
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I also have a planned televised event in Australia. So; I have to keep praying. But I have a lot of shows in between, and right after. I will be super duper busy.?
I am balancing everything out.?
My jewelers are on high alert. There are some special pieces that I will be taking delivery of; for those events. And of course; even my friends want to express their opinions. I have to express the checks! See what I mean??
Everyone wants an interview; all the time.?
I am speaking Japanese to a Chinese Person.?
I have my own clothing line. I have my own Cell phone. I have my own sneakers. And still; they want to tell me how to be the superstar I have been since age 11, 12, 13??
Its bullshit. But, I told all of them. I have zero explanations to give you. Any Of You. But, now the writing is clear; all over the walls, in BOLD letters. I have to go in a new direction; on my own. We will talk about things; when we go on vacation.?
In the mean time. I am on a World Wide Tour: Enter The Venom R1.?
I hope that this helps. I am learning on a daily basis, to create a healthy distance to my private personal life and my career as an Artist. My family is starting to get the point. My two sons, will also be a part of my team. My youngest Son is exempt because he is still young. For now. I think I will maneuver more carefully with my brothers. There are things, that they must learn; and overcome, on their own.?
I feel the same way.?
I love you guys. Thank you. See you on the next one.?
I promise you one thing. I am working on it each and every single day. I am getting much better at this. It will take time. But, I am conscious now. I am fully aware; more, of my own situation. It has taken decades for me to be at this point. I try to maintain my focus, only on things; that can get me closer to my goals. I am growing up. I am much older. My family is also growing. Maybe my brothers will step up to the plate; eventually. For now; they are both on a paid leave. I will let my Father handle them. I will be surrounded by my Sisters, my Dad and my Kids. For now. I have a winning team. No need to stress myself out; all the time, dealing with adults, that are carrying childhood baggage. I love my family soo, much. But; they all have issues. I am doing my best for God and my Elders; to lead by example.?
I deal with a lot; from my business partners. They need emotional assistance too. I know that I drive Yonas crazy. This is my public apology. My manager Josh has demonstrated patience with me. So I am grateful for that.?
Ramioli’s is faithfully on stand by; and Yes. My wives are all very, very jealous.?
Balance.?
May The Force Be With You,?
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