“There is stigma about getting released or not finding a new club, so it’s important to speak openly about it”
Can you give a brief history of your playing career? I played in goal for Leeds from the [...]
What are my Transferable Skills?
We hear the phrase 'transferable skills' all the time - but what does it mean? Athletes often take for granted just how many transferable, or 'soft', skills they bring to the table. Here are a few to get you thinking...
Top 3 Transition Tips from Kathryn Lane – England Hockey / Management Consultant
"It's never too early to start preparing for your career after sport" - Kathryn Lane, Commonwealth Bronze Medallist, shares her top tips for approaching career transition.
Get the most out of Performance Lifestyle Support
'Performance lifestyle' - we've all heard the term, but what do performance lifestyle practitioners do? And how can they help me? Here are the basics of the performance lifestyle role and how every athlete has something to gain from their support.
Jordanne Whiley MBE: Career Ace – 12 x Grand Slam Titles / Mortgage and Protection Advisor
One of Britain's most decorated tennis players gives advice on career transition: "Start planning ahead early. Take time to work out exactly what you want to do and how you're going to get there."
How to Manage a Dual-Career: “Do what’s right for YOU”, says Olympian Gorgs Geikie
2012 Olympian Gorgs Geikie takes us through her career transition. As an elite athlete, Gorgs developed the skills she needed to embark on a rewarding career after competition. It wasn't an easy ride, but we can learn a lot from her advice and insights.
The Importance of Future-Proofing: with Myles Pearson
“The key thing is that there’s no loyalty in sport – no matter how many sacrifices you make, they can always turn around and say ‘no thanks’. It’s so important for young athletes to create a future”.
The Benefits of Dual-Careering
Will dual-careering hurt my performance? Short answer - no! There are many physical, mental and performance-based advantages to a dual-career. Many employers, as well as educational institutions, support athletes through a dual-career. Preparing for life after sport shouldn't be a last minute effort and a dual-career will lay the foundation for a secure and fulfilling career outside of and after competition.
Who am I if I’m not an Athlete?
USA Mens National Soccer Team's Mental Conditioning Coach Travis Thomas, talks about identity and sport. Whether you were an athlete or are an athlete currently, you need to hear this message.
Scott Davies on why you should ask for help if you need it
Scott Davies is a former professional footballer who suffered from a gambling addiction. He is now EPIC risk management sport facilitator and is raising awareness & promoting responsible gambling in/around football. Scott talks about how he got addicted to gambling.
The Addiction to Gambling with Scott Davies
Scott Davies is a former professional footballer who suffered from a gambling addiction. He is now EPIC risk management sport facilitator and is raising awareness & promoting responsible gambling in/around football. Scott talks about how he got addicted to gambling.
Scott Davies on the highs and lows of professional football
Scott Davies is a former professional footballer who suffered from a gambling addiction. He is now EPIC risk management sport facilitator and is raising awareness & promoting responsible gambling in/around football. Scott talks about the highs and lows of professional football.
Scott Davies on how he lost his identity when his professional career ended
Scott talks about how he lost his identity when his professional career ended, how he managed this and how he feels now.
Scott Davies: mental & financial wellbeing for athletes
Scott Davies is a former professional footballer who suffered from a gambling addiction. He is now EPIC risk management sport facilitator and is raising awareness & promoting responsible gambling in/around football. Scott joined us to talk about his story and maintaining mental/financial welling as an athlete.
“You and Your Anxiety- Learning to work together”
Kelda Wood, a TTP Mentor and founder of Climbing Out, is a former GB Paracanoe Athlete and 1st Para rower to solo row the Atlantic. Real Life Motivation Podcast by Kelda Wood & Rachel Day.
TTP Partners with Climbing Out to Support Athletes Mental Health
“I wanted to show people that their life isn’t over if they have an injury,” she says. “I’ve been on a huge journey myself since my own life-changing injury in 2002: a journey that’s included being a member of the GB Paracanoe squad, setting up the charity Climbing Out, and summiting Aconcagua, the highest peak in South America."
Proactive Vs. Reactive
Proactive Vs. Reactive How being proactive can ensure a smooth transition into a successful career. Preparing for your future is just as important as preparing for a big match, find out why.
Retiring? Graduating? Let’s Talk. How to Create A New Routine
Retirement? Graduated? Let's Talk. How to Create A New Routine
Injury: Tips on the Mental Comeback and Pursuing an Alternative Career
Injury: Tips on the Mental Comeback and Pursuing an Alternative Career
Identity & Mental Health
"Most cricketers I see, or sportsmen, I see have always found it so hard if they've always seen themselves as the cricket. When crickets done than those people have had massive problems."
Overcoming Obstacles
"Everyone knows your so public about good days and bad days, it would effect families when we were having a bad day. All everyone wanted to do was talk to me about cricket and playing for England and especially on the bad days.. because eventually I got dropped. That was quite a bad place, and it felt like my world had ended in a way and it sounds really selfish but that's the sort of bubble that you get yourself in."
Coping with Adversity & Transferable Skills
"For me it's always about being a good person, learning about different cultures.. how different managers have to manage different cultures, we're all so different...that's something going forward in business I hope to be able to do."
Overcoming the Odds
"Do you know the odds of making it professionally?" Professional Cricketer (Sussex Captain) and Ex-England Player Luke Wright, talks about how his response to doubters and how he overcame the odds to make it as a cricketer.
Failure & Resilience with Professional Cricketer Luke Wright
"Resilience for me is a huge one in sport but also translatable to business"