What You'Re Made For: Powerful Lessons From A Life In Sports

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A pioneering basketball coach, Nike executive, mentor, and leader, Raveling draws on decades of experience overcoming adversity and achieving success at the highest levels of athletics and business. Coauthored with bestselling writer Ryan Holiday, the book transforms Raveling's remarkable journey into practical wisdom that readers can apply to their own lives.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrowing up amid segregation, personal loss, and significant challenges, Raveling learned early lessons about resilience, determination, and the importance of purpose. Throughout his career, he coached elite athletes, mentored future leaders including Michael Jordan, stood alongside Martin Luther King Jr., and helped shape one of the world's most recognized sports brands through his work at Nike. 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