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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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From Court to Boardroom: Elevating Your Game in Business

My journey from player to coach to community leader has been shaped by countless moments big and small, and the lessons I learned are not confined to the basketball court. They’ve spilled over into every aspect of my life and my work within the community. Hard work, perseverance, teamwork, confidence, and leadership are five qualities…

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Filed Under: Athletics, Entrepreneurship, Paying It Forward, Work/Career/Business

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Navigating the Changing Landscape of Sports

The sports landscape is transforming. The reach of professional athletes has grown to every spectrum of business, entertainment, and society overall. In years past, the rare superstar athlete retired into a life of continued opportunity. Today, pro athletes leverage their celebrity to participate in investment vehicles for other industries, like fashion, or use digital platforms…

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Filed Under: Athletics, Education, Entrepreneurship Tagged With: Game Plan

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Why Your Mental Health Matters

There has been a significant shift in the conversation surrounding mental health, with athletes playing a role in breaking down stigmas and raising awareness. From professional sports leagues to Olympic champions, athletes are speaking out about their struggles with mental health, inspiring me and others alike around the world to prioritize their well-being, and encouraging…

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Filed Under: Athletics, Life Lessons, Work/Career/Business Tagged With: Mental Health

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A Reflection on My Journey to the Georgia Sports Hall of Fame

Recently I was inducted into the Georgia Sports Hall of Fame. I am honored to be included in the amazing group of 2024 inductees and the many past greats who are in the GSHOF. I am thankful for the many people who believed and invested in me throughout my journey. I know this recognition is…

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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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About Shareef
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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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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The Game Plan: 7 Principles for Life After Sports

Every career has seasons. There’s a season to learn, a season to compete, and a season to lead. For athletes, those seasons often start early, and the rhythm of training, competing, and improving becomes second nature. But over time, you realize ...

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