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Applying lessons learned on the court (and behind the scenes) to life, career, and business

Athletics is a business, and it’s a training ground for life. During my athletics career, I learned about teamwork, interacting with all kinds of people, the process of change, handling setbacks, building a team, and more. Whether you’re an athlete, parent, or business professional, you’ll find ways to apply these lessons to your life.

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Recharge. Reset. Transition – What It Takes to Move Into a New Season With Intention

This next chapter might look different. But it can also be the one that moves you closer to your goals.

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Why Men’s Mental Health Awareness Month Matters for Leaders

Lately, I’ve been thinking about how expected it is for men, especially those in leadership, to put our heads down and keep going. You focus on your work, your family, and your responsibilities. You do what needs to be done. And if something’s weighing on you mentally or emotionally, you tell yourself you’ll deal with…

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What Sports Taught Me About Health, Discipline, and Showing Up—for Life

May is National Physical Fitness and Sports Month, but let’s be honest, this conversation should never be limited to just one month or just one group of people. For a long time, we’ve treated physical fitness like it only belongs to athletes or people chasing a certain body type. But what I’ve learned through years…

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Keep It 100% – Where Passion Meets Purpose 

When I look back on starting Future Foundation with my wife, DeeDee, and my sister, Qaadirah, in 2001, our mission remains unchanged. We saw students with remarkable talents who simply needed consistent support and someone who believed in them.  What began as an after-school program for just 15 students in some of Atlanta’s most underfunded…

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Ramadan: Finding Renewal Through Reflection and Community

We’re right in the middle of Ramadan, and I can’t help but think about what this month really does for me and for all of us. When Ramadan comes around every year, it feels like a much needed recharger. It gives me a chance to slow down and tune back into my faith, focus on…

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Leadership Lessons from Women Who Made History

When I reflect on the women who have shaped our world, I’m struck not just by their remarkable achievements but by the courage they showed in moments of uncertainty.  Women’s History Month gives us an opportunity to examine these stories more closely—not just to celebrate these women but to extract wisdom we can apply in…

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Abdur-Rahim

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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Recharge. Reset. Transition – What It Takes to Move Into a New Season With Intention

Transitions come in all forms, returning from time off, stepping into a new chapter, or shifting priorities after a major milestone. They each bring a similar question: What’s next? And how do I move forward with clarity? Whether it was ...

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Why Men’s Mental Health Awareness Month Matters for Leaders

Lately, I’ve been thinking about how expected it is for men, especially those in leadership, to put our heads down and keep going. You focus on your work, your family, and your responsibilities. You do what needs to be done. And if something’s ...

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