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8 Life Lessons Taught By Kobe Bryant

Kobe gives some vital insight about life itself.

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8 Life Lessons Taught By Kobe Bryant
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Kobe Bryant elevated the NBA to another stratosphere. So much so that in the US, China, Spain, or anywhere you go, you can shoot crumpled paper in the trash and people will automatically think: KOBE. His time on the court has now past so if you're heartbroken and destroyed like me, and are sadly pouring over Kobe footage, these life lessons from him will help ease the grieving process and leave you motivated.

Always give people reminders.

Count out rings you've won in your career or give 'em a physical copy of your resumé - no matter what, remind people you're dope AF. People forget about greatness, so always help others jog their memory.

Cool off from time to time.

Stay hot but remember to pass the ball and play nice with teammates while on the job. You can't be in Black Mamba mode all the time. Accolades will come, young Kobe.

Make space for what's important.


In life, people will be in your business or ask for your time with 50,000 events (usually on the same day). Sometimes you have to create some space for what's most important to you.

Don't flinch.

Why be prey when you can be the predator? Destroy the souls of your foes. #ShowNoFear

Cultural capital is key to success.

He's fluent in Italian, mastering Spanish, hosts camps in China and has a huge global network. Kobe is a global icon and a prime example of how to make your brand worldwide.

Flex for your flans.

Fans help you grow and build no matter what field you're in, so when you're doin' good let em know. #TheGunShow

Sometimes you gotta fake left to spin right.

If going baseline doesn't work, spin and hit the corner jump-shot in your arsenal. I swear Kobe uses cheat codes...

Always leave as a legend.

After you dominate, always go out on your terms. #LegendaryStatus

Thanks, Mamba!

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