Andre Iguodala joined The Next Best Thing podcast just days after announcing his retirement from the NBA after 19 seasons. Get ready for a deep dive into the mind of a champion as Andre shares his insights on success, leadership, being present, and his passion for investing in the tech space. From the basketball court to the boardroom, Andre discusses the importance of building a winning culture and how the next generation of athletes can make a meaningful impact. So grab your headphones and get ready to be inspired and motivated by the wisdom and experiences of a four-time NBA Champion.
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Episode Log:
00:04:06 Responses to Andre’s retirement announcement
00:06:46 Giving Andre his flowers
00:10:41 The difficulties of being the 6th man and how it paid off
00:14:17 Would Andre consider coaching
00:18:45 Andre’s VC fund
00:24:23 What Andre looks for in startups
00:26:29 How athletes should navigate NIL
00:31:05 How Andre prioritizes being a present father
00:33:37 ACT Up segment: Rapid Fire Questions