In this episode of Say It Skillfully, Molly sits down with Zaza Pachulia, two-time NBA Champion and the first player from the country of Georgia to win that title. Zaza reflects on his childhood—no jobs, no electricity, standing in bread lines—and recalls his Mom's role in picking basketball. His joy became his passion, then obsession. He shares poignantly the exuberance in his breakthrough at age 14—invited to play in Istanbul—then the devastating passing of his Dad. Discipline, work ethic and embracing challenge laid the foundation to be lucky so that his sport could be his life. Zaza’s groundedness and appreciation for his roots are only rivaled by his zeal to fulfill new dreams—raising 4 kids, building businesses—to inspire and help others. 

Key Insights:

• Sacrifice is the price of passion

• Leadership is learned through responsibility

• Failure is the best teacher

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