What You're Made For
Powerful Lessons from a Life in Sports
(Author) Ryan Holiday'George Raveling is a legend on sports, business, and the great game of life' TIM FERRISS'I'm proud to call George a mentor and a friend' MICHAEL JORDAN'George Raveling is the mentor you wish you had' RICH ROLL'This is a must-read book' CHARLES BARKLEYGame-changing wisdom from pioneering coach and Nike executive George Raveling, coauthored by bestselling author Ryan Holiday - with a foreword by basketball legend Michael JordanGeorge Raveling knows all about beating the odds. A living legend, he has been a game-changing basketball coach, stood at the side of Martin Luther King Jr, mentored Michael Jordan and shaped the world of sports as a Director at Nike. But his life began in the shadow of segregation, death and mental illness. Here, he teams up with bestselling author Ryan Holiday to share the lessons drawn from his extraordinary life and career. This is not a memoir, but a blueprint for anyone who wants to overcome obstacles and achieve success on their own terms. You'll find strategies for discovering purpose, insights on how to keep evolving and growing, advice for building meaningful connections, and tactics to compound daily victories into your greatest achievements. From finding a mentor to building a legacy, this book provides tools to not just navigate life, but to live it with intention and impact. And it all starts with the question: what are you made for?
Ryan Holiday
Ryan Holiday is an American author, marketer, and entrepreneur known for his philosophical approach to modern life and business. His most notable works include "The Obstacle is the Way," "Ego is the Enemy," and "Perennial Seller." Holiday's writing style is clear, concise, and impactful, drawing inspiration from ancient Stoic philosophy and timeless wisdom. He has made significant contributions to the self-help and business genres, challenging readers to overcome obstacles, tame their egos, and create lasting work. "The Obstacle is the Way" is his most famous work, offering practical advice on how to turn adversity into advantage and achieve success in the face of challenges. Holiday's unique blend of ancient philosophy and modern insights has made him a prominent voice in the literary world.