What does it mean to become a flourishing leader?
In this uplifting and deeply inspiring episode of The Flourishing Leaders Podcast, Dr. Scott Parsons and Jason Viyar sit down with Angela Lewis — former professional basketball player, leadership coach, speaker, author, and Founder of Lewis Consulting Group.
Angela shares her remarkable journey from growing up in St. Louis to competing at the NCAA Division I and professional levels, and how athletics helped shape her understanding of leadership, resilience, mentorship, confidence, and service.
Together, they explore:
- What it means to be a “flourishing leader”
- The mentors and coaches who transformed Angela’s life
- How sports build character, cultural understanding, and resilience
- The importance of affirming and empowering young people
- Why flourishing leaders help others flourish
- Practical wisdom and trusting the long-term process
- Confidence, accountability, and “step-your-game-up deadlines”
- Leadership as service and encouragement
- Angela’s new children’s book A Ball and a Chance
- Her upcoming book signing at the Women's Basketball Hall of Fame
Angela’s warmth, authenticity, humor, and wisdom shine throughout this conversation, offering encouragement to anyone striving to grow, lead, and help others discover their light.
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