Purpose NIL; Pain into Purpose

In this episode of Purpose NIL, host James M. Rink sits down with University of Oklahoma women’s basketball player Zya Vann to explore how purpose transforms performance—on the court, in life, and through NIL opportunities.

Zya is navigating one of the most challenging seasons of her life—balancing the demands of Division I athletics, academics, and personal loss after the passing of her grandfather. Through it all, she’s discovering something powerful:

👉 Purpose creates clarity in chaos.

Using the Purpose of You framework—feelings + actions + people = purpose—Zya identifies the core emotions that drive her: love, peace, happiness, gratitude, and inspiration. These aren’t just words… they’re the foundation of how she leads, performs, and connects with others.

You’ll learn:

This episode also features a powerful insight:

Whether you’re an athlete, entrepreneur, or leader, this conversation will challenge you to step back, define your purpose, and use it as your competitive advantage.

🚀 CALL TO ACTION

Discover your purpose and transform your life and business:

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