When Malcolm Lemmons shifted his career away from professional basketball, he describes how he struggled to find a new purpose. What gave him a clear path? Writing and storytelling. In today’s episode, we talk about his creative shift. There is so much in this episode that directly applies to the work that writers and artists face each day. Malcolm is the author of two books: Impact Beyond the Game and Lessons from the Game.
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- Impact Beyond the Game: How Athletes Can Build Influence, Monetize Their Brand, and Create a Legacy
- Lessons from the Game
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