What are your summer plan? gain experience? summer school? sleep? On this episode of the Sporting Towards Success podcast, I will share 5 productive things to do this summer.

Have you started your career planning strategy? Do you know where you are going regarding your career? Are you stuck or don't know where to start? On today's episode, I will share information to help you get started on your career planning.

Do you know the purpose of the players' association? Do you know what they do for the players they serve? Well on this episode of The Sporting Towards Success podcast I will talk about the purpose of the players association and what they do on the players behalf. SOCIAL MEDIA: INSTAGRAM: @the_stspodcast1 TWITTER: @the_stspodcast1 If there is a topic you would like to hear on The Sporting Towards Success podcast, please email us at [email protected].

Networking can be a challenging opportunity. Not knowing what to say, what would be consider a networking moment, etc. This episode will give you the tools to make the most of very networking opportunity whether you are an introvert or extrovert.

On today's episode, I will discuss the why filling out the FAFSA form is important, how to set an account, where to find the form and the information needed to complete the form.

On today's episode, I discuss the goals and purpose of The Sporting Toward Success podcast for 2024.

This week episode is about the relaunch of the Sporting Toward Success. We are excited and looking forward to helping athletes become well-rounded.

BENEFITS OF MENTORSHIPBenefits of the Mentor1.       Commitment to professional development of self and mentees.2.       Help mentees in avoiding common professional pitfalls.Benefits of the Mentee1. Opportunity to ask questions and get advices from professional about career.2. Learn from mentor pitfalls.3. Watch your mentor achieve their goals.4. Access to a professional network.QUALITIES OF A GOOD MENTORA Good ListenerExperience in your area of interestDependableHonest Well-roundedTeachableWo can challenge youROLE OF A MENTORMotivatorEncouragerGive directionSupporterTrainer WHERE CAN YOU FIND A MENTOR?At ChurchAt SchoolAthletic DepartmentFamily member (other than your parents)

EIGHT STEPS TO FINDING THE BEST CAREER FIT FOR YOU:Take a career assessment.Make a list of at least 10 careers that intrigue you.Research career options.Narrow your list to 3 careers.Conduct at least three Informational Interviews.Select a career.Set some career goals.Create an action plan.CAREER ASSESSMENT: Take at least one1. Myers-Briggs Type Indicator2. Strong Interest Inventory 3. StrengthQuest4. MAPP Test5. MyPlan.com6. MyNextMove7. Holland Code8. Focus 2WHERE TO SEARCH:Occupational Outlook HandbookCandidCareer.comCareerOneStopLearn How To BecomeWHAT TO SEARCH:Job DescriptionEducation/TrainingSalaryOther career optionsImportant Skills