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104: Dorian Pickens - From Professional Basketball to a Thriving Career at Fanatics
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Dorian Pickens, a former professional basketball player, transitioned from the court to a thriving career in the sports business world. How did Dorian weigh the uncertain prospects of the G League and overseas play against the opportunities in real estate? Join us as Dorian shares his transition story, emphasizing the pivotal role of mentorship and networking, and how experiences at Adidas, Nike, and now Fanatics have shaped his new professional path. You'll also hear about his latest move to Dallas and the continuous evolution of his career.
Tune in to learn more about:
- What sports meant to him growing up and what drew him to love basketball
- The decisions he had to make to balance his academics and passion for sports
- What influenced his decision on where to study sports and his academy, despite being on opposite sides of the spectrum
- Reflections on his collegiate basketball years
- The moment he realized his professional career wouldn't last and the first steps he took afterward
- The sense of sorrow, fear, and uncertainty athletes experience when closing that chapter
- What supports him in excelling in his current role
- His insightful perspective on teamwork in sports and how it translates to the business world
…and so much more!
Are you looking for Career Clarity for your next step, for more information, or to book a consultancy, make sure you check out www.2ndwind.io
Links:
LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/dorian-pickens
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dpick
Chapters
1. Athlete Career Transition Journey (00:00:00)
2. Life Transitions Through Sport and Academics (00:03:49)
3. Navigating Athlete Transitions and Leadership (00:11:03)
4. Transitioning to Professional Basketball Career (00:19:51)
5. Basketball to Next Phase (00:32:33)
6. Transitioning From Athlete to Real Estate (00:37:17)
7. Navigating Retirement and Career Transition (00:40:33)
8. Transitioning From Athlete to Corporate Teammate (00:51:41)
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