No, your child probably won't be the next Lebron James

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Dr. Watkins may be the only legitimate black figure i've seen talked about in pro-black circles, dude is about economic empowerment and has the credentials (PhD in Finance/taught at Syracuse) and entrepreneurial expertise to back it up.

salute for always dropping knowledge :salute:
 

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Dr. Watkins may be the only legitimate black figure i've seen talked about in pro-black circles, dude is about economic empowerment and has the credentials (PhD in Finance/taught at Syracuse) and entrepreneurial expertise to back it up.

salute for always dropping knowledge :salute:


i agree. he discusses the problems but also offers viable solutions. he seems to be the most genuine out of all the pro-black figures today.

i have nothing but respect for Dr. Watkins.
 

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I'll definitely instill some perspective in my unborn son. Yeah its great to do things your passionate about but know the numbers and don't kill yourself psychologically if the dream doesn't pan out...there are only so many slots. Obviously give it your best shot but don't forget to be well rounded and good at other attainable careers you can enjoy and excel at.

I'd probably be straight up and say if your just competitive against people your level...that's not good enough to make the pros you have to be levels above everyone else and look like your destroying people to even be considered the upper echelon to make it into the pros...if your not then have a back-up plan, heck even if you are that top level elite talent...have a back up plan cuz if your injured before you get paid they don't care about you anymore
 
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Honestly I'd rather my child excel athletically than academically be the person that I wanted to be but lacked the physical attributes and training from a young age. My fam emphasised academics over the arts and athletics soo much so that I hate it even with my very good degree.

I'll do all it takes to help them find the right sport(as long as its not fruity or wack) or artistic skill for them. And if they refuse I''ll just go have another kid who won't be such a disappointment.
 

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I thought this would be an article and I knew exactly what the person would look like before clicking into the thread. I wasn't wrong, not at all
 
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