Martha Stewart, queen of the home and garden and America’s Original Influencerrecently shared some surprising information about one of his closest collaborators: Snoop Dogg. The famous rapper, known for his cool style and laid-back personality, has been a surprising but helpful mentor to Stewart when it comes to learning how to negotiate.

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Martha discussed the lessons she learned from Snoop in a recent interview with the Wall Street Journal, saying, “I learned to negotiate even better than ever before.” » The two have collaborated on several projects, such as their popular cooking show“Martha & Snoop’s Potluck Dinner Party,” where their special bond blossomed. Martha explained that when they work together, she observes how Snoop handles contract negotiations and has learned some clever techniques from following his example.

“We work together a lot and I’m waiting for him to negotiate the contract, then I’ll follow him,” she added with a laugh. Snoop’s approach, often described as confident but laid back, has left an impression on Stewart, who says she applies some of his methods to her business dealings.

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It’s a bit of a role reversal: you’d expect Martha to give the lessons, especially in a professional context. After all, his rise to success is nothing short of iconic. She was a model and then a stockbroker in New York before becoming the Martha Stewart we know today.

She left Wall Street in the 1970s to start her own catering business from her kitchen, which would ultimately lead to the development of her massive media empire. Her first book, published in 1982 and simply titled “Entertaining,” became an instant hit and made her the go-to expert for cooking and lifestyle advice.

By the 1990s, Martha had launched her magazine, Martha Stewart Living, and in 1999, she became America’s first self-made female billionaire when her company, Martha Stewart Living Omnimedia, went public. Although a prison sentence for conspiracy and false statements in 2004 dealt a major blow to her career, Martha bounced back stronger than ever, using her flair and tenacity to launch new projects and grow her brand.

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Even with all of this under her belt—building a business empire, writing nearly 100 books, and mounting a remarkable comeback after a public fall—Martha still sees the value in learning from others. This is where Snoop comes in.

The two have become quite a dynamic duo since they first connected in 2008, when Martha invited Snoop onto her daytime talk show to make mashed potatoes. Undoubtedly, they clicked and since then, they have remained friends and worked together on several large projectsincluding Comedy Central’s roast of Justin Bieber.

Despite their completely different personalities, they seem to complement each other well, whether they’re tackling difficult business situations or cooking up a storm. Stewart’s willingness to follow Snoop’s advice demonstrates that even the most experienced business people can benefit from new perspectives. It also shows that sometimes the most unexpected people teach the best lessons.

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