The Sporting Towards Success

@The players associations missions are to protect, advocate, and support their past, current and future members.HERE IS A LIST OF THINGS THE PLAYERS ASSOCIATIONS OFFER AND DO:- Negotiate the collective bargaining agreement (CBA)- Prosecute grievances on players behalf- Counsel players on benefits and educational opportunities- They certified sports agents.- Help with salary arbitration -Offer professional development opportunities- Improve working conditions and safety for players- Manage the group licensing program- Help players with their Community initiative* The terms and conditions vary per league. It is very important that read what is in the CBA so you can know what the players association is doing on your behalf whether you agree or not.  Who is eligible for membership in the Association?Any players on the roster but some players associations extend membership to coaches, trainers, etc.  .CHALLENGELook at the CBA table of content and read one selection.  If you don’t understand or want a better of understand on what is being offered, ask your team player representative or contact the player association.  The Player Assoication advocates on behalf of the best interest of all players.

Networking is an opportunity to interact and build relationships with people, exchange information and ideas.Every opportunity to interact with people is a networking opportunity.BENEFITS OF NETWORKINGBuilding relationshipsAllow access to new informationCollaborationsGrow your networkShare knowledgeGather career advice and find out about career opportunitiesNetworking can be formal and informal but mostly informal social setting.Determine what you want to learn.Networking opportunities may occur at trade shows, seminars, conferences, career fairs, alumni events, etc.Research shows that people with stronger networks end up with higher salaries and promoted more. Networking also happens on online,  LinkedIn is the largest professional social media platform.  They have over 1 billion members.  It provides opportunities for people to engage with other professionals, join groups, post, and share information.  An elevator pitch is a short (30-60 second) professional introduction.  You can have more than one elevator pitch for different setting.Elevator Pitch should consist of your name, what you are doing now, what you are seeking, what you have done in the past, what you have to offer, what you are desiring to accomplish in the future, what make you unique and what do you want a person to remember about you.  TIPS:If you enter into a space/room, say HELLO.Find a common interest, talk about the event, the food, the place it is being held at, etc.CHALLENGES:Make a list of everyone you know.  write their name, email address, phone numbers, your relationship (classmates, co-worker/teammate, neighbors, church members, etc.) what they do for a living,    

The Federal Student Aid is the larger provider of student financial aid in the US. Filling out the FAFSA form will qualify you for grants, scholarships, work-study and loans.Set up an account to receive your FSA ID.In order to complete the form you will need:Parents/Guardians W-2Last year's tax returnFSA ID Parents/Spouse contributor nameSocial Security NumberDate of BirthEmail addressIncome and asset information (if required)You must apply for aid every year.To fill out the form go to https://studentaid.gov.Check with your school/university to find out the deadlines for the federal, state and school.You can list up to 20 schools on your form.

HIGHLIGHTS OF THIS EPISODE:List some of the topics that will be discuss in 2024.The mission of The Sporting Toward Success podcast FOLLOW ME ON:TWITTER:@the_stspodcast1INSTAGRAM: the_stspodcast1 EMAIL: If you have any suggestions on a topic you would like for us to do or just want to make a comment, please send your message to thestspodcast1@gmail.com.

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 

Welcome to the Sporting Toward Success podcast Pre-launch episode. This program will discuss the purpose of the Sporting Toward Success podcast and give a preview of what type of information will be discussed on future shows.