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Live Life By Design with Jeff MendezAuthor: Jeff Mendez
Welcome to "Live Life by Design with Jeff Mendez," a podcast for personal and professional growth! Jeff is a seasoned leader with a strong background in sales, operations, and investment, known for transforming a company's revenue from 30M to over 1B. Hes also provided affordable housing to 41,000 families, co-owns Green Light Restaurant Group, and is a fervent supporter of early-stage investments. Join us as Jeff interviews experts, sharing insights and strategies to propel you forward. Whether you're an entrepreneur or simply seeking growth, this is your resource for inspiration and practical advice. Subscribe, connect in the comments, and follow us on social media for more! Live your life by design, not by default. Join Jeff Mendez on this journey, and lets build a life and career that truly reflects your aspirations and potential! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Language: en Genres: Business, Entrepreneurship, Investing Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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Brotherhood, Championships & Legacy with Michael Cooper | LLBD #74
Episode 74
Thursday, 27 November, 2025
In this heartfelt episode of Live Life by Design, host Jeff Mendez sits down with NBA Champion and Lakers legend Michael Cooper to talk legacy, leadership, and living life on purpose.Michael opens up about his humble beginnings in Pasadena, how his five personal “D” principles helped him reach the NBA, and what made the Lakers dynasty of the 80s so powerful — both on and off the court. From brotherhood and family to culture, faith, and business, Coop shares the untold lessons that made Showtime so much more than basketball.He also speaks vulnerably about love, loss, and the personal relationship that grounded his life after sports. If you're looking for wisdom, inspiration, and a deeper look into the mind of a champion, this episode delivers.⏱️ Key Timestamps0:00 Welcome to Casa de Mendez1:00 Early Life in Pasadena & The Five D’s2:30 Overcoming Doubt & Earning a Spot in the NBA3:15 Favorite Championship Moments with the Lakers5:00 Beating the Celtics in 19856:00 Building Brotherhood Within the Lakers8:15 The Legendary Lakers Reunion in Maui10:00 Spencer Haywood’s Return to the Family11:30 Culture, Conflict, and Accountability13:00 Lessons from Dr. Jerry Buss14:30 What Made Magic Johnson’s Business Mindset Stand Out15:50 Respecting Roles & Building a Lasting Organization17:00 Final Advice: Living Life by Design18:15 The Power of Partnership & Choosing the Right Person19:30 Closing Reflections & Gratitude Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
