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For student-athletes, the transition from college to post-college life can be a tricky one. Many miss certain critical steps that can greatly impact their success. Here are the top four things they often don’t do, which can prevent them from reaching their potential after college:

  1. Networking and Building Professional Relationships:
    Many student-athletes focus so much on their sport that they neglect building professional connections in the real world. While they may have close relationships with coaches, teammates, and sports industry professionals, expanding their network beyond athletics is crucial. Not establishing strong ties with alumni, professionals in their field of interest, or mentors who can help them after college can limit their career opportunities.

  2. Developing Transferable Skills:
    Student-athletes are often excellent at time management, discipline, and teamwork, but sometimes they don’t emphasize building skills outside of athletics that are crucial for post-college success. Skills like public speaking, writing, coding, or specific certifications that are highly valued in various industries can make all the difference when pursuing a non-sports career after graduation. Not investing time in skill-building outside their sport leaves many student-athletes underprepared for the workforce.

  3. Planning for Life After Sports:
    Many student-athletes don’t think about a career outside of sports until it’s too late. They often focus all their energy on their current athletic career and may not plan for life after college sports. This can leave them with little direction when their athletic career ends (whether by injury, lack of opportunity, or other factors). Failing to explore different career options, intern in a different field, or take classes outside their sport can leave them without a clear post-graduation path.

  4. Fiscal Responsibility:

    Many student-athletes may not learn how to effectively manage their finances during college. The focus on their sport and academics often means little time for budgeting, saving, or planning for their financial future. After graduation, when they no longer have the same financial support system (such as scholarships or family assistance), this lack of financial literacy can be a big obstacle. Not understanding concepts like budgeting, credit management, or investing can result in financial stress or poor decision-making in the future.

    This can also extend to things like student loan management, taxes (especially if they earn income through endorsements or part-time work), and saving for retirement. Having good financial habits early on can give them a strong foundation when they start their post-college career, whether in or out of sports.

    By addressing these areas early on, student-athletes can set themselves up for long-term success beyond college athletics.