On The Rise Podcast - Sn. 3 - Ep. 12 - Ballin 4 Peace With Haron Hargrave aka. H20
Release Date: 08/18/2024
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There is a famous quote that says, “where there is sports, there is peace, and where there is peace, there is sports.” Our guest today, Haron Hargrave aka. H20, is a living testimony to this quote. He started his organization Ballin 4 Peace with the aim of ensuring life is valued. In this episode, H2O shares the challenges and successes of running a non-profit, discusses the value of consistency and genuine dedication, and even touches on the world of WWE. He also enlightens us on the tax benefits of celebrity collaboration, the importance of familial support, and overcoming obstacles in the pursuit of your passion.
Quote of the Day :
“Once you replace negative thoughts with positive ones, you will start having positive results.” - Willie Nelson
Key Talking Points of the Episode :
[01:27] Quote of the day [04:06] Getting to know Haron Hargrave [07:41] Haron’s inspiration to start Ballin' 4 Peace organization [11:02] Haron’s first job [12:42] Haron’s top five basketball players of all time [15:14] Haron’s love for WWE [23:46] Haron’s biggest obstacle as an entrepreneur [30:01] Haron’s advice to people who would like to do what he does [32:14] Lessons learned from working with celebrities [35:54] Value exchange [38:05] Haron’s upcoming events Quotes : “I don't compete against anybody else. I compete against myself to see if I can still do certain things and everything is okay.” “99% of the goals and dreams that you have were shut down by yourself.” “There's not going to be anybody who is going to support you like you. There is really never equal transfer of value.”
About Our Guest :
Haron "H2O" Hargrave is a former professional basketball player who graduated from California State University of Sacramento. He has played overseas in several countries such as Romania, Hungary, China, the Dominican Republic, and Colombia. Not only is basketball a passion for Hargrave, but so is serving and contributing to his community. In addition to his sports career, each year with his non-profit organization Ballin 4 Peace ; he raises awareness about related acts of violence within NYC and beyond. Hargrave provides an outlet for inner-city youth where they can interface with their favorite celebrities as they promote "Peace through Sports"
Connect with Haron Hargrave, aka H2O :
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/h2o5/ Website: https://ballin4peace.org/