The Athlete CEO Podcast

Turning Competition into Purpose: Angela R. Lewis on Leadership After Professional Basketball

Matt Owens Season 1 Episode 15

In this episode, I sit down with Angela R. Lewis, a former professional basketball player who has built an impactful career as a public speaker and self-taught author. Angela shares how the lessons she learned on the court—discipline, resilience, confidence, and accountability—became the foundation for her personal and professional growth after sports.

We dive into what it really takes to transition from athletics into the next phase of life, how to harness your experiences instead of running from them, and why mindset is everything when building a meaningful career. Angela’s perspective is honest, empowering, and especially valuable for student-athletes and young professionals searching for direction.

This conversation is a must-listen for anyone looking to turn competition into purpose and challenges into opportunity.

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