When I give keynotes on leadership and learning, I often tell people that it is never too late to reach for their goals, learn and achieve more – whether as a leader or in any other part of their life.  I have some great examples I share, but today, I have a new favorite.

Ken Mink, 73 year old Basketball Player

Ken Mink, at age 73, just became the oldest person to play college basketball – and he scored two points on free throws.  You can read the full story here.

We aren’t born leaders or basketball players.  While we might have natural gifts, in order to make a difference we must apply our talents, and remain a learner.  Ken Mink is my new hero. He is living his dream and reminds me that learning leadership (or anything else) is something that we can do any time, regardless of our circumstances.

It is never too late to move towards your leadership (or basketball) potential.

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Kevin Eikenberry is a recognized world expert on leadership development and learning and is the Chief Potential Officer of The Kevin Eikenberry Group. He has spent over 30 years helping organizations across North America, and leaders from around the world, on leadership, learning, teams and teamwork, communication and more.

Twice he has been named by Inc.com as one of the Top 100 Leadership and Management Experts in the World and 100 Great Leadership Speakers for Your Next Conference. The American Management Association named him a “Leaders to Watch” and he has been twice named as one of the World's Top 30 Leadership Professionals by Global Gurus. Top Sales World has named him a Top Sales & Marketing Influencer several times, and his blog has been named on many “best of” lists. LeadersHum has named him one of the 200 Biggest Voices in Leadership in 2023.

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