Articles & guides
Dual careering goes beyond simply studying and competing. Many athletes carry this lifestyle on whilst they forge new careers away from sport. Here you will find what we think you need to know to set up for a successful dual career lifestyle.
Top Titles on Transition – The Best Guides and Memoirs from Former Athletes and Coaches
If you’ve ever searched for athlete transition guides, you’ll find there’s a lot of literature out there. [...]
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.
A Career in Corporate Law with Curtis Merry
Curtis is currently a corporate lawyer from Canada doing a secondment in London, UK. Before this, Curtis was a cross-country skier on the Canadian National team.
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.
How you can continue dual-careering
Yes, working/studying and competing at the same time is possible! Check out this toolkit to find out more.
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
Transferable Skills: From Cricket to Business
From confrontation to communication and support, Luke Wright talks about Transferable skills from cricket into academics & business.
Leadership & Being Prepared
"It gives you confidence as well, if I'm ever lucky enough to find the job that I want whether in cricket or something I want to be good at it but also confident in it. That's how I've felt in sport, when I go into a game I'm confident because I put the work in."
Luke Wright And His Motivation Behind Pursuing A Masters Degree
Professional Cricketer (Sussex Captain) and Ex-England Player Luke Wright talks about his motivation behind pursuing his Masters Degree [...]
Life After Sport & Dual-Careering
"I've had great learning from it and I feel like it's improving me and my cricket as well and it's given me a passion and something away from the game which I actually love. Now when I go to a dinner I have something else to talk about besides my cricket."
VIDEO: Dual Careering – Women in Motorsports
Women in Motorsports Conference 2019 / Athletes´ Dual Career.
How to carry on your dual-career lifestyle
A guide to help you understand how to continue managing your lifestyle that allows you to study, work [...]
10 Tips of how to manage dual career lifestyle
Struggling to manage both sport and work or academics? Check out our 10 tips of how to manage [...]
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