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Issue 4.3 I may 2019

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DaniLeigh - 16 Bars - piff Poetry - V.E.N.T. Vol 2 - politickin' with bliss bindope

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THE MAKING OF A BOSS

NIPSEY HUSSLE’S HUSTLE

THE PLAN

From hustling and stacking to

Rest In Paradise to a true King who

It’s another P.I.F.F. Review, but this

modeling and acting, Patricia CEO

was not only the solid example of a

time we’re months late!! Regardless,

is breaking all barriers within the

Boss, but also a spark of inspiration

it had to be done. Being put on and

industry. She came up from the

and motivation for an entire society.

presented this incredible talent’s

bottom and made it her business

Instead of dwelling on his death

project well past-date [4 months to

to learn the game when the world

like most media, we highlight his

be exact], we fell in love with Def

refused to give it to her. From

mission and achievements and also

Jam’s DaniLeigh and made it our

MTV to Baby Phat, this self-taught

his legacy. This article is a must-read

duty to give her second album ‘The

model, actress, signer, scout, agent,

for any serious Boss.

Plan’ an the official P.I.F.F. Review

manager, reality show personality is

stamp. Our rating? You’ll have to

the true definition of a boss.

read to find out!

departments editorial Positive Influence for the future editors note

Politickin' with Bliss Bindope

modelling Snaps

MODEL life

cover feature The Making of a Boss Patricia CEO Interview

entertainment 16 Bar Challenge PIFF poetry

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P.i.F.F. review DaniLeigh's second album â€˜The Planâ€™

gets the official P.I.F.F. Review

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EAST COAST KILLA BEEZ

may 2019 Founding Editor

Photographers

Contributors

Xavier “CompleX” Prue

NeVaughn Brown

Patricia CEO

Edward “Trey Photo” Louis Smith

MTV

Assistant Editor

Emily X. Gore [EXG Photos]

Flickr

Ri Royal

Katie Grace

Jawan Winns

Whitney Collings

J.E. Photos

Legal Consultant Malissa Hurry

Nox Films

Music Review Manager

Mark O’Brien Photography

Xavier “CompleX” Prue

Anthony Heath

Promotions Manager Brenda “Mzz BK” Lowery

Vett Adams

Poetry Manager

East Coast Killa Beez

Be Bold Toya

Legal Mobb Entertainment

Bloggers Bliss Bindope

Beautiful & Beyond Entertainment

event coordinator Dionne Baldwin

Writers Malissa Hurry

Graphic Designer

TLKC

Martin ‘Lab’ Ridgway

Taj “Real Talk” Thomas Xavier Prue ES Writer

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Facebook: facebook.com/piffmagz Instagram: @piffmag

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It’s been an interesting time in the P.I.F.F. offices lately and a lot has been going on in the P.I.F.F. community and within the hip-hop community. Whoever knew that releasing a Self-Love issue would’ve led us to so many showing love to P.I.F.F.? We were able to sign MTV’s Patricia CEO, who is this month’s cover person and getting ready to make a strong re-emergence into the game ever since her show went off-air a few years back. Be sure to check out her feature spread interview and get familiar.

editor’s note

positive influence for the future Speaking

Patricia

CEO,

You know who was one of the

Check out the article by ES Writer,

decided to make this issue of P.I.F.F.

greatest

boss

which brings you deeper into the

all about that Boss life; so whether

for

generation?

mind of a genius who was more

you’re a corporate thug out there

The legend that will forever be

getting' it in Black Wall Street, a

known

female Empress of your own empire,

REST IN PEACE TO A KING who

We’ve got more of your P.I.F.F.

a hustla, a 9-5 grind master, a dream

paved the way for young bosses

favorites and an exclusive feature

chaser, or just a single parent holding

in the ghetto and showed us that

with the Joint Chiefs, as well as

it down with no help!! - you still a

we could strive to more than being

other goodies in store in this Boss-

Boss, baby! Remember that “boss”

just gang members, that we could

minded/ business edition issue of

is a mental state, never defined by

become more than just Crenshaw and

P.I.F.F. Also, stay tuned for news of

your current circumstances... even

Slauson, that we could actually make

the new V.E.N.T. mixtape!! Follow

if you feel you’ve hit rock bottom

a difference in our communities and

us and subscribe today to get in

in this moment of your life, you still

change the ways of the system built

the loop and become a part of the

a Boss, trust me and the reason is

against us if we just... UNITE AND

P.I.F.F. movement!It

because you refuse to accept defeat

UNIFY AS ONE HOOD!! Y’all don’t

and you still stand strong against the

hear me, though... We didn’t choose

negativity and that’s what bosses

to focus on his death as most media

do.... not everyone possesses what

companies have; we wanted to focus

you do, remember that... that’s what

on his business achievements and the

I told one of my friends earlier and I

boss moves he made for his peoples.

examples

today’s as

urban NIPSEY

than just a rapper.

HUSSLE!!

Xavier “COMPLEX” Prue Editor-in-Chief

meant every word...

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do you have what it takes Sure, being a boss is not as

Being a boss of your own life

common as being an employee, in

is probably the most beneficial

our capitalistic society. You would

decision you can make. It doesn't

definitely excel financially if you

cost you anything, but making

were the boss in your life. I have

conscious decisions at all times.

several friends who own their own

Constantly being aware that every

businesses, and while it is a lot of

move you make and every path

work, they are more content with the

you take, will ultimately affect your

fact that they control their destiny.

quality of life. So many people

Then, boom. If a boss is a master,

are concerned with this instant

then let's take it a step further. Do

gratification

you have what it takes to be the boss

with digital technology. People

in your life? Can you master your

don't even read anymore if it isn't

own destiny? I am not even talking

summarized in a few paragraphs.

about financially. Are you driving

We want it fast and we want it

your own vehicle, metaphorically?

now. This is problematic. Patience

A lot of people are asleep at the

is of the utmost importance, when it

wheel. They let outside influences,

comes to making healthy, conscious

like the media, celebrities, and

decisions for your life. Bosses have

those who surround them control

to have patience, or else they would

their actions, preferences and mind.

quit at the first sign of hardship.

Most decisions we make on a daily

Through adversity comes growth,

basis are controlled by a preference

and your life can bare fruit if you

through

choose to be the master of your life.

recommendation

principle,

especially

review by other people. We have to take control of our lives and decide

Do things that make you happy.

what, why and how we will live our lives.

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politickin' with bliss bindope Wear clothes you like to wear, regardless of the newest trends. Be comfortable with being you. There is only one you and so many of them. Treat yourself with compassion. Nurture and baby yourself. LOVE yourself. Spend quality time with yourself. Be as authentically you, as you can be. Align yourself with likeminded,

ambitious,

unique

individuals. Push yourself to have impeccable character, loyalty and integrity. Leave a positive impact in the world, while doing what you say and putting meaning everything you do. I know I do not want to be a cardboard cut out, factory made, clone. I aim to be original. I will be the master of my life and I will

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MODEL MANAGEMENT 101 PHOTO : Trey Photos I MODEL : Vett Adams

lent

101

As a

special dedication

to our relaunch of P.I.F.F. Magazine, I will include one chapter in every issue of P.I.F.F. from my book on model management, titled, ‘Model Life’. Stick with us each issue to pick up new skills and learn the basics of managing people in the modeling industry.

PART 6 OF 10

BUILD THE PORTFOLIO

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When they try to place you on the back burner, you re-emerge. When they try to keep the knowledge hidden from you, you go out and learn how to find it. When they knock you down and try to hold you back, you come back stronger. This is what a Boss does. And this is the story of Patricia CEO and how she became the Boss of her own lifestyle and career. From breaking out with MTV with her show “Is She Really Going Out With Him?” and working with some of the biggest names in the industry to being shelfed behind-the-scenes for years, Patricia CEO makes her strongest re-emergence and defines what it takes to become a Boss.

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photos @themodelphotog interview by Xavier “CompleX” Prue

Photography by J.E. Photos

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THE HUSTLE OF

NIPSEY

HUSSLE

by ES Writer

Saying that the assassination of Ermias Asghedom, best known as Nipsey Hussle, was "tragic" would be the biggest understatement of all understatements. Would be the most obvious statement one could make, it'd force Captain Obvious to change his name. Besides, what assassination isn't tragic? I don't want to focus on the death of rapper, actor, entrepreneur and father, Nipsey Hussle. I want to focus on the many inspiring business moves and opportunities he helped create for his community and for us all.

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piff review

DaniLeigh has come a long ways since signing with Def Jam Records in 2017. Originally discovered by Prince in 2013, this beautiful Dominican songstress has solidified her mark in the industry as an original and conceptual choreographer as well as a dynamic and passionate music artist; stuck in the realm between gritty street hip-hop, trap, R&B, and soft love songs full of swag. Following up her debut with her second album to release on a major label, “The Plan” comes as the perfect balance between the old 90’s sound we miss and crave so much and the new wave that’s moving today’s generation. She’s got the sauce and the secret recipe, so even though this review comes 4 months after the project’s release, we felt that it was only right we give it the official P.I.F.F. Review stamp.

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Fear of love by anthony heath

From afar I observe Catching glimpses when I can I Dear not approach Or let my true intentions known Instead, I digress Worst yet, I regress Choosing to recluse Choosing safety over chance Choosing to hide from the future While Remaining forever stuck in the past But you my love, you are here, and you are now That is where I truly want to be Dear I shed this veil of fear Dear I emerge from my chrysalis Adorned with all the beauty, all the grace, and all the strength that is you That is love I think the choice is obvious So, I turn to self, and say yes I say yes, I say yes to me Because I am Love.

poetry

To conquer fear, we must Experience that which we fear I feared heights As Gravity took control My rapid descent from 14,000 feet above liberated me As I swirled freely in mid air I was at peace Freedom surrounded m As I embraced and relished in nature My renewed sense of faith seduced me That moment when I stood still in open air It was really about my mindset What I feared the most Stopped me from living my best life I became invincible I regained my wings

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