121: Freeway Rick Ross | Life in the Crack Lane

Rebuilding

Freeway Rick Ross reflects on his time in prison and the sacrifices he made for his family. He shares his current efforts to rebuild his life, including starting a millionaire's club to teach entrepreneurship. Despite the challenges, he remains focused on making a positive impact.

When I was in prison, I was there for my family, so that my family can do better. So it wasn't just about me.

--- Freeway Rick Ross

Ross also discusses the difficulties he faced upon release, such as his mother's house being foreclosed, and his plans to produce a movie about his life 1 2.

   

New Ventures

Ross emphasizes the importance of starting with nothing and learning from every experience. He recounts how he began his t-shirt business with just $300 and compares it to his initial foray into the drug trade. His time in prison taught him valuable lessons that he now applies to his legal ventures.

It's no regrets, only lessons. The time that I spent in prison, I wouldn't give it back if I could.

--- Freeway Rick Ross

Ross encourages others to read books that helped him, such as "The Richest Man in Babylon" and "Think and Grow Rich," to overcome financial struggles and find joy in life 3.

   

Community

Ross is dedicated to giving back to the community and helping others avoid the mistakes he made. He criticizes society's tendency to glorify fake drug dealers while shunning those who have genuinely reformed. His favorite books, which he read in prison, continue to guide his principles and actions.

My favorite three books: The Richest Man in Babylon, Think and Grow Rich, and As a Man Thinketh. Those books really opened my eyes and showed me who I am and what I could be.

--- Freeway Rick Ross

Ross' experiences in prison, including running a business from behind bars, highlight his resilience and entrepreneurial spirit 4 5.