Harvard prodigy to Grammy nominations: Ryan Leslie’s art of relationship building

On this episode of “Financial Freestyle with Ross Mac,” Grammy-nominated artist and tech entrepreneur Ryan Leslie shares his journey from Harvard prodigy to multi-industry success. Drawing on his experiences as a child genius, R&B sensation, and SuperPhone founder, Leslie reveals how cultivating meaningful relationships has been pivotal to his achievements in music, technology, and investing. He discusses his innovative approach to fan engagement, the power of mentorship, and his passion for spreading financial literacy. Leslie offers valuable insights on leveraging personal connections to drive success across diverse fields, emphasizing the importance of authentic relationship-building in today's media-driven business landscape. "Financial Freestyle with Ross Mac," on Yahoo Finance strives for economic prosperity for all. Through expert insights, actionable advice, and inspiring success stories, we empower you to build and accelerate wealth. Join us on a transformative journey towards financial freedom and inclusive economic growth. Thoughts? Questions? Fan mail? Email us at yfpodcasts@yahooinc.com 00;00-RYAN LESLIE ON FINANCIAL FREESTYLE 02:20-WHO IS RYAN LESLIE 03:05-15 GOING TO HARVARD 05:37-BUSINESS ACUMEN 07;14-NIPSEY HUSSLE 08:22-SUPERPHONE 11:29-OWNERSHIP 12:14-PAY ME IN BITCOIN 14:07-MENTORSHIP: TURNING $15K TO $250K 15:47-WHISPERS TO YOUR YOUNGER SELF 17:07-THE BUFFETT STORY 17:47-WHAT’S YOUR Y? 20:28-CONFIDENCE 20:56-DEAR MAC "Financial Freestyle with Ross Mac" on Yahoo Finance was created and produced by Jimi Corpuz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Financial Freestyle with Ross Mac is committed to helping Black Americans take control of their financial futures by breaking down money matters in a real, relatable way. The show focuses on building generational wealth, closing the racial wealth gap, and offering practical tools to navigate everything from budgeting and investing to entrepreneurship. Through honest conversations and culturally relevant advice, Financial Freestyle empowers listeners to make informed decisions, challenge financial barriers, and create lasting change in their communities.