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Beyond the Game: How Sports Inspire Bold Thinking and Transform Leadership

Beyond the Game: How Sports Inspire Bold Thinking and Transform Leadership
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Author(s): Amitava Pal (ICFAI University, Jharkhand, India & International Institute of Sports and Management, India), M Rajkumar (ICFAI University, Jharkhand, India)and Harshada Muley (Independent Researcher, India)
Copyright: 2026
Pages: 32
Source title: The Impact of Innovation in Leadership
Source Author(s)/Editor(s): Maria Paradiso-Testa (Kean University, USA)
DOI: 10.4018/979-8-3373-2402-9.ch006

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Abstract

This study explores the transition of athletes into entrepreneurship and education, focusing on their impact as leaders beyond their sports careers. It examines how elite athletes leverage skills such as discipline, resilience, and leadership to drive innovation and establish successful business ventures and educational initiatives. Through case studies of prominent athlete-entrepreneurs, the research identifies key factors contributing to their success, including strategic vision, community engagement, advocacy, and mentorship. The study highlights the social and economic impact these athletes have as role models, shaping industries and inspiring change. It also discusses the challenges faced during this transition and offers strategies for aspiring athlete-entrepreneurs to maximize their leadership potential in driving transformative innovation.

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