In everything I do, whether with my family, my business Diamond Directors or through the LEAD Center for Youth, excellence stands as the cornerstone of my efforts. But what exactly is excellence? For …
Obtaining personal mastery and excellence
In this final part of our three-part series on LEAD’s definition of Development, we focus on the critical components of obtaining personal mastery and excellence through nurturing training. At …
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What development means to LEAD Center For Youth
At LEAD Center For Youth, development is more than just a word; it embodies our commitment and mission. We define development as the Deliberate Effort to Value and Empower Learners to Obtain Personal …
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Why you should follow your mind, not your emotions
Instincts are not mere feelings; they are responses honed by experience and knowledge. While our thoughts can influence our feelings, they cannot alter our instincts. Instincts are the natural actions …
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Understanding baseball’s historic significance
Baseball has been an integral part of Black culture since the game's inception. This connection has only deepened over the years, rooted in both the struggle for equality and the joy of the …
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Why now is the time to embrace your training
Summer baseball from May to July marks a crucial phase for my hitters. This period serves as a time for maintenance and application, allowing players to put a period on another learning phase before …
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