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EP12: "Building Community by Showing Up For Others" with Lexi Mickens

EP12: "Building Community by Showing Up For Others" with Lexi Mickens

Released Tuesday, 14th May 2024
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EP12: "Building Community by Showing Up For Others" with Lexi Mickens

EP12: "Building Community by Showing Up For Others" with Lexi Mickens

EP12: "Building Community by Showing Up For Others" with Lexi Mickens

EP12: "Building Community by Showing Up For Others" with Lexi Mickens

Tuesday, 14th May 2024
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In this episode, Myron connects with Lexi Mickens shares her journey from sports to tech to becoming a founder. Key highlights include:

  1. Showing up early, communicating loudly and often, and putting teammates first are valuable lessons from sports that can be applied in any industry.
  2. Building a genuine and equitable community is important for personal and professional growth.
  3. Run It Bank, Lexi's organization, offers free basketball programs for student athletes and adults, creating a supportive and inclusive community.
  4. Values such as respect, communication, and support are essential for building strong relationships within a community. Community building is essential for providing support and opportunities to underserved communities.
  5. Mentorship is most effective when there is relatability and representation between mentors and mentees.
  6. In-person events are valuable for fostering genuine connections and creating a sense of community.
  7. Empathy and understanding are crucial in building connections and supporting others.
  8. Motherhood can be a challenging but rewarding journey that requires empathy and a balance between personal and professional life.


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