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A Presidential Encounter at the 1996 Olympics

A Presidential Encounter at the 1996 Olympics In the summer of 1996, the Olympic Games brought much excitement to Atlanta. Thanks to Coach Clark, my swim coach at Marymount, I had the incredible opportunity to volunteer at the swimming, diving, and water polo events at the Georgia Tech pool. My all-access pass granted me unique experiences, but one particular evening stands out. As I walked through the locker room hallway, I suddenly found myself face-to-face with former President Jimmy Carter and his security team. It was a surreal moment; there I was, only a few feet away from a former […]

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What Swimming Taught Me About Leadership

What Swimming Taught Me About Leadership Be the first one off the blocks “Swimmers take your mark. Bang!” Any swimmer will tell you that in a race, every detail matters. The start, the turn, the position of your body are all critical to keeping the edge you need to win a close one. Swimmers are fanatics. We shave our arms, legs, and heads just to shave one second of our fastest time. Your first and best chance to win a race is to be the first one off the blocks and into the water. It takes a lot of practice, […]

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