Take a Chance, Bet on Yourself
Hello Champion:
Pivoting is not a skill that should be overlooked. Many successful professionals have made major pivots in their life to rise to new heights.
Malcolm Butler, Jimmy Graham, and Charles Oliveira are examples of athletes performing at the highest level who went through a major pivot in their journey.
Malcolm Butler failed to meet the grade requirements to qualify for Division I football. Shortly after, he was dismissed from his community college team following an arrest. For many, this may have resulted in the end of their football career, but Malcolm was not willing to accept defeat. Butler moved home, began working at Popeyes, and focused on a second chance. Fast forward a few years, and Butler is now known for making one of the most incredible interceptions in NFL history, saving Super Bowl 49 for the Patriots.
Charles Oliveira was one of the best 145 lb fighters in the UFC, but could never seem to get over the hump early in his career. Charles was 7-5 competing as a featherweight in the UFC. Following this stretch and a few weight cut mishaps, Oliveira made the jump to the 155 lb weight class. It would be this choice that led to the best version of Charles Oliveira. Thereafter, Charles has gone 10-1 en-route to capturing the UFC lightweight title.
Jimmy Graham played four years of college basketball at the University of Miami. Graham was not projected to be an NBA player at the end of his collegiate career, but he decided to stick around for an additional year and played tight end for the football team. Graham drew the attention of scouts and was ultimately drafted by the New Orleans Saints in 2010. Graham went on to have a prolific career and has garnered many Pro Bowl appearances.
Remember, we are all walking our own path. At any given point, you can be intentional and make a change that will bring great results. The key ingredients of hard work, commitment, and discipline are exactly what you need to make any pivot pay off. Take a chance, and bet on yourself.
The WTMG Team