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Beyond the Bottom
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In the tough streets of New Jersey, 17-year-old Jamal "JD" Davenport is fighting to survive. Bullied, belittled, and battered, JD's life is a never-ending cycle of pain and fear. But JD has a secret: a burning desire to escape the hood and build a better life. When JD stumbles upon an entrepreneurial opportunity, he seizes it with both hands. Despite the odds against him, JD pours his heart and soul into building a business empire. With each obstacle overcome and every success achieved, JD grows more confident, more resilient, and more determined to rise above his circumstances. From the dark alleys of poverty and despair to the bright lights of wealth and success, "The Rise of a Boss" is JD's inspiring true-to-life story of struggle, perseverance, and ultimate triumph. With its raw, unflinching portrayal of life in New Jersey and its uplifting message of hope and empowerment, this novel is sure to resonate with anyone who's ever felt like the odds are stacked against them.
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PROLOGUE
Divine okonkwo Jamal "JD" Davenport stood confidently in front of the sleek, silver elevator, his eyes fixed on the gleaming metallic doors. His tailored black suit, crisp white shirt, and polished leather shoes exuded an air of success and sophistication. The soft hum of the elevator and the faint scent of luxury perfume enveloped him, a reminder of the life he'd built. As he waited for the elevator to arrive, Jamal's mind began to wander. He thought about the long journey that had brought him to this moment – the struggles, the setbacks, and the triumphs. He remembered the countless nights he'd spent working tirelessly, pouring his heart and soul into building his business empire. The elevator doors slid open, and Jamal stepped inside, his eyes scanning the mirrored walls and polished chrome accents. He pressed the button for the top floor, where his office awaited. The soft chime of the elevator announced its arrival, and Jamal stepped out into the opulent lobby of his company,
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Beyond the Bottom Lines Drawn
Chapter 122 Jamal sat at the far end of the library, surrounded by stacks of textbooks and notes, yet his mind refused to focus. The weight of everything pressed against his skull—Skilbridge, his slipping grades, the rumors Milo was spreading. It was too much at once, and no matter how much he tried to block it all out, the anxiety simmered just beneath the surface.Leah tapped her fingers against the table, waiting for him to say something. She had just laid out the latest problem—the false rumors about Skilbridge’s tech. Someone was trying to undermine them, and they both knew exactly who.“We need a plan,” Leah said, her voice low but firm. “If this spreads, we could lose investor confidence.”Jamal exhaled slowly, rubbing his temples. “We need proof that Milo’s behind it.”Zoe, who had been scrolling through her phone, suddenly smirked. “Or we can play smarter. If he wants to spread lies, we counter with undeniable facts. Make our work so solid that no one even considers his nons
Last Updated : 2025-03-25Beyond the Bottom Tipping Points
Chapter 121 – Tipping PointsThe night air outside Columbus University was crisp, but inside Jamal’s dorm, the air felt thick with stress. His desk was a mess—open textbooks, half-written assignments, and a laptop screen blinking with notifications. He tapped his pen against his notebook, staring at the calculations he needed to finish for his next class.His phone vibrated. Ethan.“Meeting in 10. Lecture Hall.”Jamal exhaled, rubbing his eyes. These late-night strategy sessions were necessary, but they were also draining. Skilbridge was growing at a pace none of them had fully prepared for, and balancing school with running a startup was proving to be more of a nightmare than he had expected.Still, there was no backing out now.He grabbed his hoodie and headed out.A Late-Night Strategy SessionThe lecture hall was mostly empty at this hour, except for Leah, Zoe, and Ethan, who were already inside, gathered around one of the large desks. Leah’s tablet was open, showing analytics, wh
Last Updated : 2025-03-25Beyond the Bottom Issues Brewing
Chapter 120 The office was quiet except for the soft tapping of keys. Jamal stared at the engagement report displayed on his laptop, his brows furrowed. The numbers weren’t terrible, but they weren’t great either. Skilbridge was growing, but not at the pace they had hoped. While universities were signing up, user retention was dropping. It was a frustrating plateau, one that could determine the platform’s future.Leah sat across from him, scrolling through her tablet. “We need something more compelling. The AI tutoring feature is promising, but it’s not enough. We need a hook—something that makes Skilbridge essential, not just convenient.”Zoe, who had been quiet until now, leaned forward. “What if we establish a student ambassador program? Get representatives in each school to market the platform directly to their peers. Word of mouth is still the strongest form of promotion.”Ethan, casually spinning a pen between his fingers, nodded. “That could work. Organic marketing has a bette
Last Updated : 2025-03-01Beyond the Bottom Cracks
Chapter 119 The weight of responsibility pressed down on everyone, stretching them thin in different ways. Jamal struggled to balance Skilbridge with university, Rachel found herself caught between ambition and love, and Alex—once the most dependable of them—had started slipping away into silence.The bonds that once felt unbreakable were now under strain.Rachel sat cross-legged on her bed, staring at her phone. Alex had been distant lately—more than usual. Their conversations, once filled with laughter and teasing, had turned into brief, one-word replies.She had assumed it was just basketball and school. But now, she wasn’t so sure.Rachel: Hey, are you okay?Minutes passed. Then ten. Then twenty.Finally, a reply came.Alex: Yeah, just busy.Rachel frowned. That was it? No reassurance, no questions about how she was?Her roommate, Ava, glanced over from her desk. "You’re staring at your phone like you’re waiting for it to explode."Rachel exhaled. "It might as well. Alex has been
Last Updated : 2025-02-27Beyond the Bottom Diverging Parts
Chapter 118 The weeks following Malcolm Reid’s investment felt like a whirlwind. Contracts were signed, funds were transferred, and Skilbridge began expanding faster than Jamal had anticipated. With Leah and Ethan leading different departments, they had started hiring new developers, refining their marketing strategy, and pushing for university partnerships beyond Columbus. But the real test was just beginning. Jamal sat in the office space they had rented near campus—a modest but functional place filled with whiteboards covered in code, marketing strategies, and expansion plans. It was late, and most of the team had gone home, but he was still there, staring at his laptop screen. "Still here?" Leah’s voice broke the silence. Jamal looked up to see her standing in the doorway, arms crossed, a small smirk on her face. She walked in, setting her laptop on the table beside him. "You’re one to talk," he said with a chuckle. "What’s keeping you up?" Leah sighed, taking a seat. "The
Last Updated : 2025-02-27Beyond the Bottom Crossroads and New Beginnings
Chapter 117 Jamal lay awake in his dorm room, staring at the ceiling. The offer from Malcolm Reid weighed heavily on his mind. Five million dollars. That was a life-changing sum, more money than he had ever imagined having access to at this stage of his life. With it came the potential to take Skilbridge from a promising startup to a nationwide brand.But was it worth giving up more control?His phone buzzed. Leah.Leah: Can’t sleep?Jamal: Nope. You?Leah: Same. We’re about to make the biggest decision of our lives.Jamal: And we can’t afford to mess it up.Leah: Let’s talk in the morning. Maybe things will be clearer.Jamal sighed and put his phone away. He hoped Leah was right.By noon, the team reconvened in the same conference room where they had first strategized against ByteEdge. The tension was palpable.Jamal exhaled, looking around the table at Leah, Ethan, Zoe, and the other key team members. "Alright. Let’s vote. Do we take Malcolm Reid’s offer?"Leah leaned forward, her
Last Updated : 2025-02-27Beyond the Bottom Playing the Long Game
Chapter 116 Jamal sat in the quiet corner of his dorm room, staring at his laptop screen. The email to Malcolm Reid had been sent hours ago, and yet, every passing minute felt like an eternity. He knew negotiations took time, but patience had never been his strongest suit when the stakes were this high.His phone buzzed. It was Leah.Leah: You free? We need to talk.Jamal sighed and replied.Jamal: Yeah, where?Leah: Library. Conference room. Five minutes.Jamal grabbed his laptop and headed out. The moment he stepped into the library’s conference room, he was met with intense gazes from Leah, Ethan, and Zoe.Leah wasted no time. "We’ve got a problem. ByteEdge just announced a partnership with the university."Jamal frowned. "What kind of partnership?"Ethan turned his laptop toward him, showing a university-wide email. "They’re launching a pilot program where certain courses will be integrated directly with ByteEdge’s platform. Professors using it will receive additional resources,
Last Updated : 2025-02-25Beyond the Bottom The Turning Tide
Chapter 115 Jamal Davenport barely had time to rest before the pressure of Skilbridge’s rapid growth came crashing down on him again. The investment offer from Malcolm Reid’s firm loomed over his head, and ByteEdge’s attempts to undermine them were escalating. It felt like a war on multiple fronts—one he couldn’t afford to lose.Early the next morning, he met with Leah, Zoe, and Ethan at their usual café off-campus. It had become their unofficial war room, where ideas were forged and battle plans were drawn.Leah stirred her coffee absentmindedly. "We need to talk about the Malcolm Reid offer. Five million dollars is life-changing, but 20% is a lot."Ethan, always the strategist, tapped his fingers on the table. "I ran some numbers last night. If we accept the investment, we can expand Skilbridge faster—more marketing, more servers, maybe even a dedicated development team. But giving away that much control so early could come back to haunt us."Jamal leaned back, rubbing his temples.
Last Updated : 2025-02-25Beyond the Bottom Breaking Barriers
Chapter 114 The morning after the town hall, Jamal Davenport barely had time to process everything before he was thrust into the next challenge. The meeting with Malcolm Reid was scheduled for 9 a.m. sharp, and he had no intention of being late.Zoe, Leah, and Ethan insisted on joining him, recognizing that this could be the turning point for Skilbridge. They arrived at a sleek corporate building downtown, where a receptionist escorted them to a glass-walled conference room.As they stepped inside, Malcolm Reid, a middle-aged man in a tailored suit, greeted them with a firm handshake. His aura exuded confidence, the kind of presence that belonged to someone used to making high-stakes deals."Mr. Davenport, it’s a pleasure to finally meet you," Malcolm said, motioning for them to take their seats. "I’ve been following Skilbridge closely. You’ve built something remarkable."Jamal remained composed. "Thank you. We believe in what we’re doing."Malcolm smiled. "That’s exactly why we’re i
Last Updated : 2025-02-25
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