Welcome to Rise & Lead!In the debut episode of Rise & Lead, College Basketball phenom, AJ DYBANTSA, Tells All!
AJ Dybantsa, one of the most exciting rising stars in college basketball, joins the conversation to share his incredible journey from humble beginnings to becoming a standout at BYU. AJ discusses his path to success, the work ethic that propelled him to greatness, and how his connection to Coach KY and the passionate BYU fan base influenced his decision to play in Provo. Get an exclusive inside look as AJ opens up about his leadership style, his personal challenges on and off the court, and what it takes to perform at the highest level in college sports. From lessons learned during his USA Basketball gold medal runs to his ultimate goal of reaching the NBA, AJ delivers inspiring insights into what it means to lead and succeed as a young athlete.
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CHAPTERS:
00:00 - Intro
07:23 - Commitment to BYU
11:02 - Best Advice for Success
12:08 - Defining Leadership
12:53 - Personal Accountability
13:53 - Advice for the Younger Generation
15:14 - Conversations with LeBron James
16:35 - Greatest Leader of All Time
17:04 - Enhancing Your Game
20:14 - Responding to Critics
21:02 - Watching Your Own Highlights
22:12 - The Community
23:14 - Building Leadership Skills
23:53 - Staying Grounded in Challenges
24:34 - Confidence vs. Cockiness
25:38 - Overcoming Bad Days
26:45 - MJ vs. LeBron Debate
27:50 - Exciting Matchups
30:54 - Staying Calm Under Pressure
32:01 - Defining Success as a Leader
32:47 - Playing Harder Than Your Opponent
33:23 - BYU's Potential This Year
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