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Embracing Success: The Importance of Pausing Before the Next Play

In the world of basketball, every move is calculated and every play is deliberate. This is an ethos I lived and breathed – moving and pushing for the next thing. But it wasn’t without reflection that we pushed forward. I remember being on the court and whether we won or lost, I couldn’t help but…

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Filed Under: Life Lessons Tagged With: Gratitude, Reflection, Success

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G League: More than Just a Pipeline for NBA Players

It’s January and the 2022-23 NBA G League season is well underway! It is the time of the season where G League players signing to the NBA teams picks up. Congratulations to the 15 players who have earned Gatorade Call ups so far this season. In the past players like Jeremy Lin, Seth Curry, and…

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Working with Young People is the Gift that Keeps on Giving

“Young people, when informed and empowered, when they realize that what they do truly makes a difference, can indeed change the world.” Jane Goodall Working with young people is one of the most rewarding things I’ve ever done. It’s an opportunity to make a difference in someone’s life and to see the impact of the…

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Manage Life’s Challenges with a Personal Board of Directors

We all face challenges in life, both big and small. Whether it’s a personal issue like a break-up or job loss, or a professional setback like a failed business venture, we can all benefit from some sage advice from those who have gone through similar experiences. But who do you turn to for guidance in…

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Filed Under: Education, Life Lessons Tagged With: Support

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Creating Winning Habits for Life

From an early age, my parents, coaches, and teachers instilled in me the importance of having good habits. They taught me that good habits lead to success both on and off the court. And they were right. Good habits are essential to success in any area of life, whether it’s athletics, academics, or business. That’s…

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Filed Under: Life Lessons, Work/Career/Business

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Cultivating a Continual Learning Mindset

To me, being a lifelong learner has always meant being curious and constantly expanding my horizons. Every new experience or opportunity is a chance to learn something new, and I try to take advantage of as many of them as possible. It’s important for us to stay open-minded when it comes to learning. This means…

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You might know me as a former NBA athlete. During my 12-year career as a pro athlete, I played for the Vancouver Grizzlies, Atlanta Hawks, Portland Trail Blazers, and Sacramento Kings. I was also a member of the U.S. Olympics Men’s Basketball Team that won gold in 2000.

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Building Strong Relationships That Last –Lessons On Leadership, Trust, and Teamwork

Over the years, I’ve been fortunate to work in many different environments — from playing professionally to leading in business and community settings. No matter where I’ve been, one thing has stayed consistent: relationships shape everything. The ...

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The Story You Tell Without Speaking – Why Personal Branding Matters

When I first heard the term “personal brand,” I’ll be honest, I resisted it. I didn’t want to overindulge in media or feel like I was putting on a show. But over time, I realized something important: whether we’re intentional about it or not, each of ...

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