Flawless Real Talk: The Underdog Mentality

Flawless Real Talk is a hip-hop star, entrepreneur, and the runner up of Netflix’s Rhythm & Flow series. With his “underdog mentality” and tireless work ethic, Flawless has become an international hip-hop phenomenon as an independent recording artist. Andrew talks with Flawless about the power of staying true to who you are and what we all can learn from the story of a rapper from the smallest state in the US pulling the tarp to become a global hip-hop sensation. A few show highlights:1:08 - Writing songs to express emotions1:41 - Maintaining authenticity through creative process3:47 - Runner up on Netflix’s hip-hop competition show Rhythm & Flow5:08 - Using past experience to overcome adversity and times of pressure6:44 - Moving from Providence to Atlanta8:22 - Persevering for the big break and being willing to try everything9:21 - Building an authentic connection with fan base14:01 - Challenges being an independent recording artist16:19 - Performing for more than 1 million fans on LIVIT livestream during Covid-1917:20 - Adjusting your plan, how to adapt and be flexible20:02 - Doing the “unglamorous” things necessary to be successful21:54 - Why being an independent recording artist is like running a business24:11 - Work ethic, productivity, and underdog mentality24:43 - Roots in Providence, Rhode Island and impact on careerFollow Andrew on Instagram: @AndrewMoses123 and sign up for e-mails to keep up with the podcast at www.everybodypullsthetarp.com/newsletter!