Today we’d like to introduce you to Gani Lawal Jr.
Gani, can you briefly walk us through your story – how you started and how you got to where you are today.
I have been a professional basketball player for ten years. Three in NBA with Phoenix Suns, San Antonio Spurs, Philadelphia Seventy Sixers. And a host of other countries Over the last seven. Italy, Greece, Turkey, Japan, France, China, Philippines and many more. On top of that, I also am a motivational speaker and have a small day trading company that grows people’s money.
Overall, has it been relatively smooth? If not, what were some of the struggles along the way?
Some of my biggest struggles have been losing my grandmother back in 2014. A serious injury in 2010 and life-threatening affection that stemmed from a knee surgery. And just the daily struggle of being a black man aiming today be a stand-up guy despite people thinking and assuming the worse about me because of my skin color and size.
Ganilawalspeaks – what should we know? What do you guys do best? What sets you apart from the competition?
Motivation and more importantly, life transformation is my focus. Transformation is long lasting. As it relates to my day trading business, my biggest joy comes in helping individuals attain additional streams of income end route to financial freedom. What sets me apart is my experience from being a pro athlete. I’m good at working with others, achieving goals and knowing how to communicate with a diverse group of individuals across all backgrounds.
What is “success” or “successful” for you?
Right standing with God, healthy marriage with my wife and financial freedom.
Contact Info:
- Phone: (224) 306-9150
- Email: ganilawalspeaks@yahoo.com
- Instagram: Ganilawalspeaks
- Facebook: Ganilawalspeaks
- Twitter: Ganilawalspeaks
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