In a recent post, Zambian artist OC Osilliation shared a personal experience from his time living in the United States. He described the challenges he faced when he moved to Atlanta and learned about street life and survival tactics. At one point, OC found himself in a financial crisis, with rent, car payments, and phone bills all due. Desperate to find a solution, he took advice from a friend who suggested buying and reselling weed to flip his money and double his earnings.
Following this advice, OC met a dealer in Buckhead, intending to purchase a pound of weed. The situation quickly turned dangerous when the dealer and an accomplice pulled guns on him and demanded his Rolex, ring, wallet with $1,300, important documents, and earring. The entire robbery took just 45 seconds, leaving OC in shock.
After sitting in his car for five minutes, he contemplated calling 911 but felt uncertain about explaining the situation. Instead, he reached out to a lawyer friend who advised him to file a report for lost documents. Two days later, OC left Atlanta and drove to Los Angeles with just $2,000.
Once in LA, OC hustled relentlessly for six months to rebuild his life. Today, he owns over six Airbnb properties in Los Angeles, two in Miami, and one in Atlanta, with plans to expand further. He shared this story to remind others that their current situation is not the end of the road. According to OC, success is achievable through persistence, faith, and hard work. He encouraged people to never give up on their goals, emphasizing that God has a plan for everyone, but it’s up to individuals to participate in the process and stay determined.