Navigating No with Blue Stiley

How to Fail Forward: The Blueprint to Succeed with T.S The Solution

What does it really take to turn passion into purpose, and then turning that purpose into lasting impact?

Today, I sit down with T.S The Solution: hip-hop artist, community leader, and creative force shaping Spokane’s cultural & artistic landscape. 

From navigating job loss – and fatherhood to launching a recording studio and mentoring the next generation, T.S shares how failure, resilience, and unwavering commitment to community transformed his path.

T.S’s journey proves that success isn’t just about talent—it’s about showing up, staying consistent, and lifting others along the way.

Get ready for a raw and inspiring conversation about creativity, fatherhood, and building a lasting legacy—only on Navigating No.

Learn more about T.S at tsthesolution.com

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00:00 Setting the Stage

00:19 Guest Background and Early Life

00:51 Journey to Spokane and Career Beginnings

01:24 Challenges and Opportunities in Spokane

02:39 Building a Community and Overcoming Failures

04:14 Starting a Business and Scaling Up

14:43 The Importance of Teamwork and Support

20:24 Parenting and Life Lessons

27:29 Building a Legacy Through Failure

27:58 Hip Hop Artists in Commercial Real Estate

28:49 Inspiring the Next Generation

31:23 The Struggles of Running a Studio

32:22 Hitting Rock Bottom

39:54 The Power of Community and Mentorship

46:45 Rebuilding and Moving Forward

47:05 Advice for Aspiring Artists

53:21 Upcoming Projects and Final Thoughts