Junior Bridgeman: From Buckets to Billions - The Inspiring Rise from Courtside to a Business Empire Junior Bridgeman's name may not dominate NBA highlight reels, but his post-basketball success is nothing short of legendary. While many athletes struggled to transition after retirement, Bridgeman took a different route-trading jerseys for business suits and quietly amassing a billion-dollar empire. This book unpacks the strategies that turned a former sixth man into one of America's most successful Black entrepreneurs. From flipping burgers at Wendy's to owning hundreds of franchises, acquiring Coca-Cola bottling plants, and revitalizing Ebony and Jet magazines, Bridgeman mastered the art of business with discipline, vision, and relentless work ethic. More than just a biography, this is a blueprint for aspiring business leaders, former athletes, and anyone looking to turn determination into generational wealth. With exclusive insights into his leadership style, investment strategies, and philanthropic efforts, this book reveals how Bridgeman played the long game-and won. If you're looking for inspiration and practical lessons from one of the most underestimated moguls in American history, this is the definitive guide to his remarkable journey.
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