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Thrive After Sports w/ Taj DashaunEmbracing the Athletic Mindset for Career Transition Success | 2ndwind Academy Podcast Ep 259Ryan, along with Taj Dashaun, founder of Thrive After Sports Life, peel back the layers of the athletic mindset, sharing their own pivots from competitive play to carving out new professional identities. Their dialogue illuminates the critical steps in crafting a 'second act' that's as fulfilling as the first. Whether you're a former athlete or someone seeking to channel your drive and passion into a new vocation, this conversation promises to shed light on the beauty of reinvention.
With a football journey that drove him to drugs, depression, and a blurred vision of life...
2024-06-1049 min
Career Clarity with Athletes: A 2ndwind Podcast with Ryan Gonsalves101: Taj Dashaun - How a Sense of Falling Short Lead Me to Thrive After SportsSend us a textToday’s episode marks our 101st episode of the podcast. So what's better than creating a 101 of Athletic Career Transition. In this episode, Ryan, along with Taj Dashaun, founder of Thrive After Sports Life, peel back the layers of the athletic mindset, sharing their own pivots from competitive play to carving out new professional identities. Their dialogue illuminates the critical steps in crafting a 'second act' that's as fulfilling as the first. Whether you're a former athlete or someone seeking to channel your drive and passion into a new vocation, this he...
2024-06-0549 minThrive After Sports w/ Taj DashaunFresno State University Workshop | “How to Find Clarity in Life After Sports” Ep 257Watch the Full video on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/aoQbdJeZ7Zo
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2024-05-201h 03Thrive After Sports w/ Taj DashaunCarlie Corrigan | Director of Student-Athlete Development at Fresno State University Ep 256#thriveaftersports #lifeaftersports #fresnostate #studentathlete
Watch the full video on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/J07LlmqgpQE
Check out all links (Apple Podcasts, Spotify, etc) to the "Thrive After Sports" podcast here: https://www.podpage.com/thrive-after-sports-w-taj-dashaun/
Carlie Corrigan joined the Fresno State Department of Athletics in May 2019 as an athletic academic advisor, learning specialist/tutor and mentor coordinator, and was appointed the department's Director of Student-Athlete Development in November 2021.
In this role, Corrigan oversees Fresno State's Bulldog Built program...
2024-05-2034 minThrive After Sports w/ Taj Dashaun(Client Testimonial) Lilit - Career Coaching Ep 254Check out all links (Apple Podcasts, Spotify, etc) to the "Thrive After Sports" podcast here: https://www.podpage.com/thrive-after-sports-w-taj-dashaun/
Visit https://www.tajdashaun.com/ for career coaching and transition coaching for current and former athletes.
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2024-03-2000 minThrive After Sports w/ Taj DashaunEliminating Victimhood & Drafting Mentors | The Post Game Podcast Hosted by Joe Poduslenko Ep 251Join the Thrive After Sports Collaborative Community here: https://www.skool.com/thrive-after-sports-6995?invite=f8a65144a2fc485e9406ef4652ef9ec5
***The episode description below is copied from The Post Game Podcast, which is available on Spotify.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
Why do you want to go down a certain career path?
What do you want your life to look like?
Asking the question “How are you doing?” and listening tothe answer
How to find people living the type of life you want
...
2024-02-1945 minThrive After Sports w/ Taj DashaunDiscussing Fatherhood & Being Kind to Yourself w/ JJ Emmanuel | Unleash the Gentleman Podcast Ep 250Join the Thrive After Sports Collaborative Community here: https://www.skool.com/thrive-after-sports-6995?invite=f8a65144a2fc485e9406ef4652ef9ec5
Watch this full episode on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/-eykm6c1RSY
Thanks for tuning in!
***The episode description below is copied from the #UnleashtheGentleman podcast, which is available on Spotify.
Unleash the Gentleman can also be found on iHeartRadio, Amazon Music, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and YouTube.
In this episode...
2024-02-1649 min
The Post Game PodcastEp. 19 - Taj Dashaun: Thrive After Sports, Drafting Mentors, and Eliminating VictimhoodTaj Dashaun is a former College Football player at Stony Brook University.
He is the Founder of Thrive After Sports, a holistic 1-on-1 program for retired athletes who are struggling to adapt to life after the game.
Taj helps former athletes land jobs, start businesses, and find fulfillment in every area of their lives.
He is also the author of several books: Athlete to Entrepeneur, Thrive After Sports: How to Dominate the Game of Life, and The Six-Figure Athlete.
Check out his Podcast - Thrive After Sports w/ Taj Dashaun.
2024-02-1445 minThrive After Sports w/ Taj DashaunWeekly Meetup (From November 1st, 2023) | Thrive After Sports Community Ep 245Join the Thrive After Sports Collaborative here: https://www.skool.com/thrive-after-sports-6995?invite=f8a65144a2fc485e9406ef4652ef9ec5
Watch the full video on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/keCgEujL8BM?si=ewEIwzSIzoXPBk3U
Connect with me at https://www.tajdashaun.com/
Order my books here! https://tinyurl.com/TajDashaunBooks
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tajdashaun/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tajdashaun/
Welcome to the Thrive...
2023-11-0243 minThrive After Sports w/ Taj DashaunTaj Dashaun on “The Shark Effect” Podcast | Hosted by Alex Molden Ep 242Join the Thrive After Sports Collaborative here: https://www.skool.com/thrive-after-sports-6995?invite=f8a65144a2fc485e9406ef4652ef9ec5
Have you ever heard these myths about post-sports life? Myth #1: You don't need guidance, you'll figure it out on your own. Myth #2: Mentors are only for beginners, not for seasoned individuals. Myth #3: Accountability is unnecessary, you can hold yourself to high standards. In this episode, we have Taj Dashaun to debunk these myths and share the truth about the value of having a coach or mentor for guidance, knowledge, and accountability in the...
2023-10-0633 minThrive After Sports w/ Taj DashaunWeekly Meetup (From August 26, 2023) | Thrive After Sports Community Ep 241Join the Thrive After Sports Collaborative here: https://www.skool.com/thrive-after-sports-6995?invite=f8a65144a2fc485e9406ef4652ef9ec5
Watch the full video on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/MrVHcAFUFho
Connect with me at https://www.tajdashaun.com/
Order my books here! https://tinyurl.com/TajDashaunBooks
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tajdashaun/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tajdashaun/
Welcome to the Thrive After Sports Collaborative!
2023-10-0658 min
The Shark Effect#159: Navigating Life After Sports: Why Every Athlete Needs a Coach or Mentor | Taj DaShaunHave you ever heard these myths about post-sports life? Myth #1: You don't need guidance, you'll figure it out on your own. Myth #2: Mentors are only for beginners, not for seasoned individuals. Myth #3: Accountability is unnecessary, you can hold yourself to high standards. In this episode, we have Taj DaShaun to debunk these myths and share the truth about the value of having a coach or mentor for guidance, knowledge, and accountability in the transition from athlete to life after sports.In this episode, you will be able to:Discover how to transition from sports to creating...
2023-10-0334 minThrive After Sports w/ Taj DashaunWeekly Meetup (From August 5, 2023) | Thrive After Sports Community Ep 234Join the Thrive After Sports Collaborative here: https://www.skool.com/thrive-after-sports-6995?invite=f8a65144a2fc485e9406ef4652ef9ec5
Watch the full video on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/MrVHcAFUFho
Connect with me at https://www.tajdashaun.com/
Order my books here! https://tinyurl.com/TajDashaunBooks
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tajdashaun/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tajdashaun/
Welcome to the Thrive After Sports Collaborative!
2023-08-1547 minThrive After Sports w/ Taj DashaunWeekly Meetup (From July 22, 2023) | Thrive After Sports Community Ep 233Join the Thrive After Sports Collaborative here: https://www.skool.com/thrive-after-sports-6995?invite=f8a65144a2fc485e9406ef4652ef9ec5
Watch the full video on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/MrVHcAFUFho
Connect with me at https://www.tajdashaun.com/
Order my books here! https://tinyurl.com/TajDashaunBooks
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tajdashaun/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tajdashaun/
Welcome to the Thrive After Sports Collaborative!
2023-08-1559 minThrive After Sports w/ Taj DashaunHow to Switch Industries Without Starting Over | Happen to Your Career Podcast w/ Scott Anthony Barlow Ep 232This is another awesome conversation with the founder of Happen to Your Career, Scott Anthony Barlow
You can learn more about Happen to Your Career here: https://happentoyourcareer.com/
Check out my new coaching profile on their website here: https://happentoyourcareer.com/coach/taj-dashaun/
If there's any way I can help you make a career change, reach out to me directly at taj@tajdashaun.com, and put "career change" in the subject line.
**Don't forget to like this show...
2023-07-3140 minThrive After Sports w/ Taj DashaunYou’re Not Lost, You’re in a Place of Discovery | Purpose: The Podcast - Hosted by Keith Sconiers Ep 231Connect with Keith Sconiers here: https://keithsconiers.com/
Join the Thrive After Sports Collaborative Community here: https://www.skool.com/thrive-after-sports-6995?invite=f8a65144a2fc485e9406ef4652ef9ec5
Episode description from keithsconiers.com:
In today’s episode, I talk to Taj Dashaun, the founder of Thrive After Sports a coaching company focused on helping athletes truly thrive in their life after sports. In our conversation, I talked to Taj about his journey as an athlete and how his life experiences, both wins an...
2023-07-2653 min
PurposePurpose #31: Taj DaShaun: You’re Not Lost, You’re Just In A Place Of DiscoveryIn today’s episode, I talk to Taj Dashaun, the founder of Thrive After Sports a coaching company focused on helping athletes truly thrive in their life after sports. In our conversation, I talked to Taj about his journey as an athlete and how his life experiences, both wins and losses, inspired him to help athletes find their way after sports. I initially wanted to have Taj on the Athlete’s Journey podcast, but chose to host him on Purpose first because I want everyone to know about Taj and his purpose.To learn more about Taj Dash...
2023-07-2452 minThrive After Sports w/ Taj DashaunIntroducing: The Thrive After Sports Collaborative Community! Ep 226Join the Thrive After Sports Collaborative here: https://www.skool.com/thrive-after-sports-6995?invite=f8a65144a2fc485e9406ef4652ef9ec5
Watch the full video on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/zzIrVHpJDw0
Connect with me at https://www.tajdashaun.com/
Order my books here! https://tinyurl.com/TajDashaunBooks
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tajdashaun/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tajdashaun/
Welcome to the Thrive After Sports Collaborative!
2023-06-0617 minThrive After Sports w/ Taj Dashaun"Thriving in Life After Sports" | Team Sidelined Podcast w/ Christine Pinalto Ep 220Thanks for tuning in!
Show Notes:
(3:32) Taj’s own pitfalls and triumphs in athletic retirement
(8:20) Lack of purpose, uncertainty, and the “Who am I now?” question
(12:05) Finding clarity in the “Who I want to become”
(16:54) How opening up our focus to serving others can help in the quest for what’s next
(21:56) How fueling our mind and body can help in the transition following athletic retirement
(23:30) Approaching life as your spor...
2023-02-2555 min
Happen To Your Career - Meaningful Work, Career Change, Career Design, & Job SearchTackling Career Pivots and Identity Crisis with Taj DashaunHave you ever wondered if it's possible to pivot out of your current industry? One of the biggest challenges when it comes to career change is the inability to see outside of what you know and the career that you're accustomed to. HTYC career coach, Taj Dashaun found himself in this very place after his football career ended when he graduated from college. In today's episode, Taj gives expert advice as he details the ups and downs of his many career pivots. What you'll learn The important distinction between how you want to live...
2023-02-2035 minHappen To Your Career - Meaningful Work, Career Change, Career Design, & Job SearchTackling Career Pivots and Identity Crisis with Taj DashaunHave you ever wondered if it's possible to pivot out of your current industry? One of the biggest challenges when it comes to career change is the inability to see outside of what you know and the career that you're accustomed to. HTYC career coach, Taj Dashaun found himself in this very place after his football career ended when he graduated from college. In today's episode, Taj gives expert advice as he details the ups and downs of his many career pivots. What you'll learn The important distinction between how you want to live...
2023-02-2035 minThrive After Sports w/ Taj DashaunTackling Identity Crisis & Career Pivots | Happen to Your Career Podcast w/ Scott Anthony Barlow Ep 216This was an awesome conversation with the founder of Happen to Your Career, Scott Anthony Barlow
You can learn more about Happen to Your Career here: https://happentoyourcareer.com/
Check out my new coaching profile on their website here: https://happentoyourcareer.com/coach/taj-dashaun/
If there's any way I can help you make a career change, reach out to me directly at taj@tajdashaun.com, and put "career change" in the subject line.
**Don't forget to like this show...
2023-02-0642 min
For the Love of Sports with Michael Rasile#343 - Taj Dashaun - Athlete Transition Coach, Founder of Thrive After SportsTaj Dashaun joins Michael Rasile on For the Love of Sports to discuss his football career, what he went through after it ended, and how he was able to pick himself up to help others do the same.
Taj played D1 football at Stoney Brook University and after he realized he wasn't going pro he fell into drinking and depression. Playing this sport and recognizing it as a significant piece of his personality for almost 20 years hurt when it was taken away.
Taj was able to pick himself up and get better at dealing with...
2023-01-3146 min
The Athlete Angle - Flourish in Life After Sports003 Cultivate Clarity and Transition Well Post Sports with Taj DashaunWhat’s up guys! Welcome back to another episode of The Athlete Angle. I caught up with my friend and Athlete Transition Coach, Taj Dashaun.
If you’re looking for some tangible advice on how to transition well post sport, save this episode!
Taj walks us through his mindset going into college football at Stony Brook University, how he managed his unmet goals…or didn’t.
We dug deep into who he was when he retired and the action he took to start building a life outside football.
Probably my favorite part of thi...
2022-11-1846 min
The Athlete Angle - Flourish in Life After Sports003 Cultivate Clarity and Transition Well Post Sports with Taj DashaunWhat’s up guys! Welcome back to another episode of The Athlete Angle. I caught up with my friend and Athlete Transition Coach, Taj Dashaun.
If you’re looking for some tangible advice on how to transition well post sport, save this episode!
Taj walks us through his mindset going into college football at Stony Brook University, how he managed his unmet goals…or didn’t.
We dug deep into who he was when he retired and the action he took to start building a life outside football.
Probably my favorite part of thi...
2022-11-1846 minThrive After Sports w/ Taj Dashaun"Time Out w/ The Sports Doctor" Podcast | Hosted by Dr. Derrick Burgess Ep 199Transitioning Into Life After Sports with Taj Dashaun
Taj Dashaun is an athlete, husband, motivational speaker, podcast host, and the Vice President of Self-Publish in 30 days. He authored four excellent books, including Thrive after Sports and Athletes Entrepreneur, which seeks to help readers have a clear direction of where they want to go and work for their dreams with all diligence. Taj is a professional career coach who works with athletes transitioning into life after sports. Not only does he help athletes land jobs and start businesses, but he also helps them find fulfillment i...
2022-11-0120 minThrive After Sports w/ Taj DashaunThe Athletes to Athletes Podcast | Hosted by Ryan Holmes Ep 197Taj Dashaun didn't have the college career on or off the field that he wanted. And when he left Stony Brook he was lost and looking for the right path. He ultimately found it but it wasn't easy.
Check out the full episode on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/7LI8myjaDZo
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2022-09-2951 minThrive After Sports w/ Taj DashaunMindTalks Podcast Co-Hosted by @theellegee_ Ep 192MindTalks podcast focuses on the mindset and mentality of elite and non-elite athletes within sports. Episodes will be featuring guests from across the world.
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Today Edwin and Lashawn are joined by Taj Dashaun to discuss his sporting journey and "Thrive After Sports."
Lashawn Gee is a Hall-of-Famer, All-American, Speaker, and Author. She helps female student-athletes, their teams, and their coaches navigate academics, athletics, and life afte...
2022-08-0142 minThrive After Sports w/ Taj DashaunWhat Does Creating Success After Sports Look Like? | Execute: The Secrets to Fast Success Podcast | Hosted by Phillip 'Phenom' Robinson Ep 191Being an athlete transitioning out of your sport can be extremely difficult. This past weekend I had the pleasure of sitting down with Taj Dashaun to speak about the realistic journey of life after sports. Even if you didn't play a sport in college or professionally there are plenty of amazing gems for you to pick up from this episode.
Life Coach, Phillip 'Phenom' Robinson, strives to educate and motivate others with this podcast through real-life stories. If you enjoy today's episode make sure you share it with someone that would love to hear...
2022-07-2821 min
Execute: The Secrets To Fast SuccessWhat Does Creating Success After Sports Look Like? (Featuring Taj Dashaun)Being an athlete transitioning out of your sport can be extremely difficult. This past weekend I had the pleasure of sitting down with Taj Dashaun to speak about the realistic journey of life after sports. Even if you didn't play a sport in college or professionally there are plenty of amazing gems for you to pick up from this episode.Taj Dashaun is an Author, Speaker, and Athlete Transition Coach. When his football career ended, Taj struggled heavily with depression. Because he was so focused on the game, he never fully developed a clear vi...
2022-07-2018 min
Execute: The Secrets To Fast SuccessWhat Does Creating Success After Sports Look Like? (Featuring Taj Dashaun)Being an athlete transitioning out of your sport can be extremely difficult. This past weekend I had the pleasure of sitting down with Taj Dashaun to speak about the realistic journey of life after sports. Even if you didn't play a sport in college or professionally there are plenty of amazing gems for you to pick up from this episode.
Taj Dashaun is an Author, Speaker, and Athlete Transition Coach. When his football career ended, Taj struggled heavily with depression. Because he was so focused on the game, he never fully developed a clear vi...
2022-07-2018 min
Athletes to Entrepreneurs: The Alumni JourneyFrom College Football to Author, Speaker, and Athlete Transition Coach with Taj DashaunOn this episode of Alumni Direct's show "ATHLETES TO ENTREPRENEURS: The Alumni Journey," we chat with Taj Dashaun, former college football player and Author, Speaker, and Athlete Transition Coach.
Tell us about your journey growing up and playing sports.
“My first sport was basketball, I started when I was five. Then I started playing soccer....And then I saw the movie "Remember the Titans", and I decided that I wanted to play football. I started playing football at the age of 10, and by my freshman year in high school, I wa...
2022-05-2026 min
Thrive After Sports w/ Taj DashaunYour Podcast Mentor | Hosted by Jonathan Jones Ep 180Timestamps:
(00:00:00) – Snippet & Intro
(00:01:15) – Register for Jonathan’s Training here: http://getpaidwithpodcasting.com/
(00:01:52) – Today’s Guest is Taj Dashaun, Founder of Thrive After Sports
(00:04:48) – Having Support while Figuring Out What Works Best
(00:06:17) – Naïve and Lost Taj after College
(00:08:18) – Eye-Opening Steps towards Positive Things
(00:11:26) – Taj’s “This Is It” Moment
(00:14:43) – Why does Taj Work with Athletes for Free?
(00:18:50) – Two...
2022-05-0945 minThrive After Sports w/ Taj DashaunThriving Through Transitions in Life & Sports | 4D Athletes Podcast Ep 176With the growing lack of life skills being taught, athletes are unequipped for adulthood which is causing major issues especially with mental health. We at 4D Athletes have developed online programs to better equip individuals for life both in and out of sports.
Check out this demo link on “The Power of a Positive Attitude” to see how we are helping athletes Win in the Game of Life!
Here is a demo link to view what a week of content looks like for 6th-12th graders: https://courses.4dathletes.com...
2022-04-251h 03Thrive After Sports w/ Taj DashaunWomen's Locker Talk® Podcast Hosted by Hannah Valenzuela Ep 166The following description is copied from Women's Locker Talk®
Check out more episodes of the Women's Locker Talk® podcast here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/womens-locker-talk/id1611240992
In episode 13, Taj Dashaun of Thrive After Sports, joins me in the locker room to discuss his career as a Division 1 football player, misconceptions of football players, his mental health struggles after his football career ended and the myth of Black athletic superiority as well as other false, insidious and unacceptable theories that Black men of sport deal with.
2022-03-101h 19Thrive After Sports w/ Taj DashaunTaj Dashaun on the "Mitlin Money Mind$et Podcast" Hosted by Larry Sprung Ep 165The following description is copied from mitlinfinancial.com:
You will want to hear this episode if you are interested in...
Taj’s path to becoming an athlete career transition coach [2:59]
When should athletes seek coaching from Taj? [6:55]
Why is it so hard for athletes to transition out of their sports careers? [10:19]
Getting your mind prepared for the day you’re no longer playing sports [12:02]
Assistance from the university for players after they are done with the game [14:33]
Lack of emphasis on athletes’ mental wellbeing [19:28]
Simple things athletes can do to help b...
2022-03-0742 min
Mitlin Money MindsetUnlocking Post-Athletic Success: Career Strategies with Taj Dashaun, Episode #70Today's guest is Taj Dashaun, Athlete Career Transition Coach and host of the podcast Thrive After Sports. When Taj first stepped away from the game he loved he struggled heavily with depression. He had never fully developed a clear vision of his life after football. Taj knew he wanted to get a good job, make money, and be successful, but felt lost and overwhelmed having no idea how he would do that and what to do with his life. After several years of stumbling around in the emotional darkness of uncertainty, Taj decided to move the focus...
2022-03-0236 min
Thrive After Sports w/ Taj Dashaun(Client Interview) w/ Shea "Butter" Harrison Ep 153We’d like to introduce you all to Shea Harrison aka “Butter”. Shea was born and raised in El Cerrito, CA which sits just 13 miles east of San Francisco and now resides in sunny San Diego. At 27 years old he is still as charismatic, energetic, and goofy as he was as a child except today he is truly in search of something he knows he wants; a career in music management and live events. Shea played baseball for 17 years all the way through Division III Willamette University in Salem, OR and hit a wall like many ex-collegiate athletes do once t...
2022-01-1050 minThrive After Sports w/ Taj DashaunInstagram Live w/ @dustymattison Ep 152*Copied from @dustymattison on Instagram:
@tajdashaun is an Athlete Transition Coach and host of the podcast Thrive After Sports.
His passion is helping athletes transition from their time wearing the jersey to the “career world”. He believes you need to process your experience as an athlete before you can start the work of figuring out your next steps.
Many athletes feel lost once they hang up their uniform, but having someone doing this important work makes a huge difference. It makes the transition a litt...
2022-01-0629 minThrive After Sports w/ Taj Dashaun(Client Interview) Former Auburn Gymnast, Abby Hood Ep 150More scholarships are available through Athletes Soul!
If you're a former athlete (or know a former athlete) who's struggling to adapt to life after the game, reach out to me directly at taj@tajdashaun.com or contact Athletes Soul at https://www.athletessoul.org and we will arrange a scholarship for you.
Check out the full video on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/sLEuJKPWWFQ
Thanks for tuning in!
Order my new book here! http://www.thriveaftersportsbook.com/
2021-12-2925 minThrive After Sports w/ Taj DashaunReducing the Risk of Post-Sport Burnout | Athletes Soul "2021 Feed the Soul Summit" Ep 148The annual virtual Feed the Soul summit is for sport coaches and support staff. Our focus is on athlete development & wellness, emotional health, education and career preparation and identity and athletic retirement. You can find the recordings of each session and panel discussion at https://www.athletessoul.org/2021-summit.html
This recording is from PANEL 1 of the "IDENTITY & ATHLETIC RETIREMENT" Session titled, "REDUCING THE RISK OF BURNOUT POST-SPORTS"
Many athletes dive into their life post-sports at full speed, without acknowledging the impact of the transition and end up burn-out...
2021-12-2142 minThrive After Sports w/ Taj DashaunThe Weight Room Podcast | Hosted by Daniel Volz Ep 147There are a ton of athletes out there, maybe you're one of them, who have dedicated their life to their sport. They have spent hours physically training, practicing, studying film, etc. to optimize their potential to get to the highest level of what they do. Even when athletes do achieve the peak of their performance and get to the professional or Olympic level, their career does come to an end in their 30's or 40's. The issue with this is that after ALL this dedication, they still have decades of life left and for most athletes who make it...
2021-12-2136 minThrive After Sports w/ Taj DashaunA Frugal Athlete Podcast | Hosted by Amobi Okugo Ep 146In this episode, we interview Taj Dashaun. Taj Dashaun is a former Division-1 college football player for Stony Brook University. When his football career ended, Taj struggled heavily with depression. Because he was so focused on the game, he never fully developed a clear vision for his life. After several years of stumbling around in the emotional darkness of uncertainty, Taj began to take his eyes off of himself and focus on serving others. He now runs an intensive program for retired athletes who, like he once was, are struggling to adapt to life after sports. Not only does...
2021-12-2136 minThrive After Sports w/ Taj Dashaun"The Keep It up Show" Hosted by Sebastian Eguiluz Ep 144Today we have as a guest Taj Dashaun, a motivational coach specialized in helping athletes take the next step once they have retired from practicing sport.
We will speak with Taj about misunderstandings of the athlete's life, the power of caring for others, and the benefits of starting over from scratch.
Check out additional episodes of "The Keep It up Show" on Spotify
Follow @Entreprenup on Social media or visitmwww.entreprenup.mx
Thanks for tuning in!
2021-12-2141 minThrive After Sports w/ Taj DashaunTrash Sports Takes Podcast w/ Taj Dashaun Ep 137Trash Sports Takes Episode #18:
Guest: Taj Dashaun
Former Cornerback and Safety at Stony Brook University. Author of "Thrive After Sports". Athlete Career Transition Coach. Host of Thrive After Sports Podcast.
We discuss mental health and life after sports. We also discuss his books and podcast...and we touch a bit on psychedelics.
Trash Take of the Week: Paul Pierce said if the Lakers don’t win the Championship this year, his legacy is ruined. He’s not even in the...
2021-12-211h 14Thrive After Sports w/ Taj DashaunMental Fitness MASTERMIND | Athlete Mental Health Podcast Hosted by Danny White Ep 132Danny White from www.MentalFitness.CARE sits down with Taj Dashaun, Athlete Transition Specialist and Business Coach to discuss Athlete Mental Health.
Taj's Story:
When I first stepped away from the game I love, I struggled heavily with depression. I had never fully developed a clear vision for my life after football. I knew I wanted to get a “good job,” make “a ton of money” and be “successful,” but I felt lost and overwhelmed having no idea what I wanted to do with my life.
There w...
2021-12-2132 minThrive After Sports w/ Taj DashaunThe 3rd Lap Podcast Hosted by Mal Davis Ep 127In this episode host Mal Davis connects with his homie Taj Dashaun, author, podcaster, and former athlete, to talk about his transition from playing football to being a career coach and how he's using his lived experience to guide others to find their purpose. Tune in to hear us laugh, talk about cooking each other in 1 on 1's (and then decide to eat BBQ instead) and to learn more about Taj's truly impressive transition from sports.
Listen to more episodes of the The 3rd Lap Podcast here: https://linktr.ee/The3rdLapPodcast
2021-12-211h 14Thrive After Sports w/ Taj Dashaun(Client Interview) Former University of Denver Soccer Captain, Leah Swander Interviews Taj Dashaun! Ep 126Thanks for tuning in!
Watch the full video on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/VjwTayqTYbg
Order my new book, "Thrive After Sports" here! http://www.thriveaftersportsbook.com/
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2021-12-2125 minThrive After Sports w/ Taj Dashaun(Client Interview) Emily Savino | Former Women's Basketball Player Ep 125More scholarships are available through Athletes Soul!
If you're a former athlete (or know a former athlete) in need of transition coaching, reach out to me directly at taj@tajdashaun.com or contact Athletes Soul at https://www.athletessoul.org/
Check out the full video on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/HCnmqcKQ1Bc
Thanks for tuning in!
Order my new book here! http://www.thriveaftersportsbook.com/
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2021-12-2125 minThrive After Sports w/ Taj DashaunFree Coaching & Listener Questions (Solo Episode) Ep 120Please send your questions to taj@tajdashaun.com or message me on Instagram/LinkedIn!
Order my new book, "Thrive After Sports" here! http://www.thriveaftersportsbook.com/
Connect with me at https://www.tajdashaun.com/
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Instagram: @tajdashaun
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YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdQgi_hDXaP5-6OtX_Nyf4A
#NCAA #life #career #entrepr...
2021-12-2108 minThrive After Sports w/ Taj Dashaun"Athlete to Entrepreneur 7" (April 2021) w/ Bridget Case, Keith Sconiers & Myriam Glez Ep 111It’s no secret that athletes make great entrepreneurs.
The skills we acquired during our years of competition prepared us for the intense level of discipline, personal development, and follow-through that it takes to win in entrepreneurship.
"Athlete to Entrepreneur" is an online event for athletes to come together and share their entrepreneurial journeys with the world.
The goal is to educate, impact, and inspire current and former athletes to think outside of the box, become change agents for the communities they serve, and ca...
2021-12-191h 34Thrive After Sports w/ Taj DashaunLive Q&A w/ Student-Athletes at Stony Brook University Ep 110Special thanks to Isidro "Izzy" Fortuna, the Director of Life Skills at Stony Brook University for giving me the opportunity to speak at my Alma Mater!
Follow Stony Brook Life Skills @stonybrooklifeskills
Thanks for tuning in!
Watch the full video on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/akeLNdHxSVk
Order my new book, "Thrive After Sports" here! http://www.thriveaftersportsbook.com/
Connect with me at https://www.tajdashaun.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tajdashaun/
Instagram: @tajdashaun
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/coachtajdashaun
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdQgi_hDXaP5-6OtX_Nyf4A
#NCAA #life #career #entrepreneurship #transformation #passion...
2021-12-1957 minThrive After Sports w/ Taj DashaunRelationships, Life Transitions, & Entrepreneurship w/ Laura Holloway Ep 109Switching it up! Laura is interviewing me for her podcast this time around!
Check out my previous interview with her on Episode #105 of the "Thrive After Sports" podcast here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/thrive-after-sports-w-taj-dashaun/id1465769826?uo=4
Check out more episodes of Laura's podcast here! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/activate-with-laura-holloway/id1513047076
Thanks for tuning in!
Laura Holloway is a leading expert in health and wellness, mindfulness, and business development. For the past 10 years, she has grown...
2021-12-1949 minThrive After Sports w/ Taj DashaunMental Fitness Matters Radio Show | Hosted by Tracy Alston & Erica Singleton Ep 108Tracy Alston is a Mental Fitness Consultant, a licensed clinical mental health counselor, board certified in Biofeedback & neurofeedback, podcaster (Mental Fitness Matters) and provides individual and corporate trainings and workshops on various topics from Mental Health & Mental Fitness. Tracy is the founder & CEO of two companies located in Mooresville, N.C., New Mentality, P.C. & Mental Edge Fitness Solutions Inc. Tracy is a radio host on WSIC radio of the Mental Fitness Matters Show 105.9 FM, 100.7 FM. Tune in every Thursday at 8:30 am
Connect with Tracy at https://tracyalston.com/
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2021-12-1924 minThrive After Sports w/ Taj DashaunHow to Thrive After Sports | A Virtual Event w/ Stony Brook University Ep 107Special thanks to Isidro "Izzy" Fortuna, the Director of Life Skills at Stony Brook University for giving me the opportunity to speak at my Alma Mater!
Follow Stony Brook Life Skills @stonybrooklifeskills
Thanks for tuning in!
Watch the full video on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/-U2HSDksXFM
Order my new book, "Thrive After Sports" here! http://www.thriveaftersportsbook.com/
Connect with me at https://www.tajdashaun.com/
LinkedIn...
2021-12-1952 minThrive After Sports w/ Taj Dashaun"Hey Coach! Podcast” Hosted by Eric Reyes Ep 106Eric Reyes is the host of the Hey Coach! Podcast, where he dives into business concepts from coaching and the world of athletics.
Check out more episodes of "Hey Coach!" here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hey-coach/id1509359330
Be sure to connect with Eric on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/reys6103/
Thanks for tuning in!
Watch the full video on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/ohSMzieY4Ls
Order my new book...
2021-12-1953 minThrive After Sports w/ Taj DashaunActively Creating Your Life | Laura Holloway Ep 105Laura Holloway is a leading expert in health and wellness, mindfulness, and business development. For the past 10 years, she has grown two successful businesses, co-founded the non-profit MOLO Global, and is a spiritual thought leader.
Through her successful leadership seminars, mindset and empowerment workshops, transformative retreats, and 1:1 nutrition coaching, Laura has served as a powerful catalyst for positive change in the lives of people across the country.
Her teaching and speaking techniques are rooted in both spiritual and actionable principles. Regardless, of race, gender, religion, background, or economic standing...
2021-12-1943 minThrive After Sports w/ Taj Dashaun"Changing the Field" Hosted by Jeff Hawkins Ep 104Thanks for tuning in!
Check out the full video on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/dZZPmOqk4I8
Email Jeff directly at: Jeff@changingthefield.com or visit https://www.changingthefield.com
Order my new book here! http://www.thriveaftersportsbook.com/
Connect with me at https://www.tajdashaun.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tajdashaun/
Instagram: @tajdashaun
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/coachtajdashaun
2021-12-1949 minThrive After Sports w/ Taj DashaunAthlete to Entrepreneur 6 (March 2021) w/ Thomas R. Williams, Tamika Newman & Shamiel Gary Ep 103It’s no secret that athletes make great entrepreneurs.
The skills we acquired during our years of competition prepared us for the intense level of discipline, personal development, and follow-through that it takes to win in entrepreneurship.
"Athlete to Entrepreneur" is an online event for athletes to come together and share their entrepreneurial journeys with the world.
The goal is to educate, impact, and inspire current and former athletes to think outside of the box, become change agents for the communities they serve, and ca...
2021-12-191h 42Thrive After Sports w/ Taj DashaunMore Mindset Music Graham Betchart Ep 102Just a little something to start your week off strong!!
Graham Betchart is one of the world’s leading mental performance coaches.
He’s worked with some of the NBA’s best athletes including Aaron Gordon, Ben Simmons, Karl Anthony-Towns, and Andrew Wiggins (just to name a few)
Graham creates mental training programs, and online courses to help athletes, coaches, parents, entrepreneurs, and working professionals take their mental game to the next level.
He is also the author of Play P...
2021-12-1912 minThrive After Sports w/ Taj DashaunSolo Episode + Mindset Music From Graham Betchart Ep 101Graham Betchart is one of the world’s leading mental performance coaches.
He’s worked with some of the NBA’s best athletes including Aaron Gordon, Ben Simmons, Karl Anthony-Towns, and Andrew Wiggins (just to name a few)
Graham creates mental training programs, and online courses to help athletes, coaches, parents, entrepreneurs, and working professionals take their mental game to the next level.
He is also the author of Play Present: A Mental Skills Training Program for Basketball Players.
His mi...
2021-12-1929 minThrive After Sports w/ Taj DashaunHealing, Hope & Restoration w/ Former Pro Soccer Player, Jesse Bradley Ep 100Jesse is a global speaker, reaching millions of people through messages, events, videos, and podcasts. His authentic and passionate style connects with a wide range of people. A former professional goalkeeper, playing in the US, Scotland, and Zimbabwe, Jesse's career ended because of a tragic illness. He was fighting for his life for a year, and it took ten years to recover. It is a story of healing, hope and restoration. Jesse has written three books. Now a pastor in Seattle and a leader in the faith community, Jesse has served in a wide range of influential ministries. If...
2021-12-1941 minThrive After Sports w/ Taj DashaunAre You Surviving or Thriving? | Kickin' It w/ J.B. Podcast Ep 99Check out the full video on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/KCUjjxSN3rc
In this Episode I sit down with athlete career transition coach Taj Dashaun and we talk about his book 'Thrive After Sports,' the challenges of college graduates, transitioning from sports to the real world, and how to thrive in life.
Follow Taj: https://www.instagram.com/tajdashaun/
Get His Book: http://www.thriveaftersportsbook.com/
His Website: https://www.tajdashaun.com/
I appreciate you watching and showing love t...
2021-12-1948 minThrive After Sports w/ Taj DashaunDynamic Athlete Solutions w/ Walter Bailey Ep 98After winning two Rosebowls and a tie for a third, Walter found himself in freefall from the top of his football career, crash landing into homelessness and unmanaged addictions. After conquering all the mental health challenges that led him to his rock bottom, Walter has made it his life's purpose to help athletes and their support networks find the resources to navigate the many barriers they face managing mental wellness.
Walter has been working in the behavioral health field for nine years and has worked as a Peer Counselor at the Central City Concern/I...
2021-12-1942 minThrive After Sports w/ Taj DashaunUrban Book Circle: "Thrive After Sports" Hosted by Djuradj Vujcic Ep 97Taj Dashaun is an athlete career transition coach, podcast host and author. In this interview with Djuradj “George” Vujcic of the Urban Book Circle, he discusses his beginnings as a D1 college football player, transitioning to life after sports and his latest book Thrive After Sports: How to Dominate the Game of Life.
Watch the full video on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/WorMLVd4lU0
Connect with Urban Book Circle at https://www.urbanbookcircle.com and on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/UrbanBookCircle
Than...
2021-12-1929 minThrive After Sports w/ Taj DashaunForever Athlete w/ Cory Camp Ep 96Cory Camp grew up a swimmer, and for 18 years of his life, that's all he really knew. Upon graduating and his sports career ending, Cory realized that he wasn't prepared for this whole "real life" thing. A year went by and he found himself lost, 40 pounds heavier than when graduated. That was the turning point for him and the moment he knew he needed to get his S*%^ together.
He's spent every moment since turning his life around and reintroducing purpose and intention to it. Through fitness, lifestyle choices, and more, he's figured out a...
2021-12-1938 minThrive After Sports w/ Taj DashaunAthlete to Entrepreneur 5 (Feb 2021) w/ Jori Davis & Jodi Greve Ep 95It’s no secret that athletes make great entrepreneurs.
The skills we acquired during our years of competition prepared us for the intense level of discipline, personal development, and follow-through that it takes to win in entrepreneurship.
"Athlete to Entrepreneur" is an online event for athletes to come together and share their entrepreneurial journeys with the world.
The goal is to educate, impact, and inspire current and former athletes to think outside of the box, become change agents for the communities they serve, and ca...
2021-12-191h 17Thrive After Sports w/ Taj DashaunPsychedelics, Presence, & Religion w/ Joe Hawley Ep 94This week we have Taj Dashaun on the Quantum Coffee Podcast!
In this episode, we explore the experience of the unknown, the use of psychedelics as a tool to retell our stories, and the process of coming back to presence.
@tajdashaun also shares his personal journey and calling. He is a living example of the power in having an abundant mindset. So grateful to have you on the podcast!
Order your copy of my new book, "Thrive After Sports" here! http://www.thriveaftersportsbook.com/
2021-12-191h 12Thrive After Sports w/ Taj Dashaun"Building Your Own Journey" w/ Hofstra Assistant Athletic Director, Jerry Hubshman Ep 93Jerry Hubshman was named Hofstra assistant director of athletics for athletic development in September 2019. He also serves on Hofstra's "No Locker For Racism" Committee.
Hubshman came to Hofstra from Long Island University where he served as associate director of athletics for advancement since January 2019. At LIU he was responsible for the supervision of a three-person fundraising team, the soliciting of major gifts for capital projects and the annual fund, organizing the LIU Athletics Annual Golf Outing and the development and execution of marketing plans for football, basketball, and lacrosse. He also established the LI...
2021-12-1942 minThrive After Sports w/ Taj DashaunJoe Hooks | 480 Club Ep 92Joseph Hooks is a college success coach with CollegeTracks, and owner of the 480 Club www.480club.com. He is a former student success coach from the Conflict Resolution Center of Montgomery County, Program Specialist with the Montgomery County State's Attorney Office, Youth Development Specialist at Watkins Mill High School and a known Community Advocate and Youth Sports Coach.
Follow Joseph on Instagram @480club and on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joseph-hooks-265b4757/
Check out the full video on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/RRSETD6f4yI
2021-12-1941 minThrive After Sports w/ Taj Dashaun"Beyond the Jersey Podcast" Hosted by Chris Estrella Ep 75In this episode, we have a talk with former Stony Brook University football player Taj Dashaun. Taj is an author, speaker, and founder of 'Thrive After Sports' an organization who helps athletes transition out of their sport and into their new competition. As an athlete transition coach, Taj shared some of his big takeaways on why athletes struggle after their playing days. He gives us tips to become proactive and steps we can all take to thrive after sports.
Thanks for tuning in!
Order your copy of my new book "Thrive After Sports" here: http://www.thriveaftersportsbook.com/
Thank you f...
2021-12-1930 minThrive After Sports w/ Taj Dashaun"Thrive After Sports" Darren M. Palmer Interviews Taj Dashaun Ep 74Taj Dashaun, Vice President of Self Publish N 30 Days, is a former Division-1 college football player for Stony Brook University. Once his football career ended, Taj struggled heavily with depression. Because he was focused on the game, he never fully developed a clear vision for his life. After several years of stumbling around in the emotional darkness of uncertainty, Taj began to take his eyes off of himself and focus on serving others.
As an Athlete Career Transition Coach, he runs an intensive program for retired athletes who, like he once was, are struggling to adapt to li...
2021-12-1928 minThrive After Sports w/ Taj Dashaun"Student-Athlete Combo" Podcast w/ Host Myles Mensah! Ep 54Thank you so much to Myles Mensah for having me on the show!
Please go check out other great stories from current and former athletes on the "Student-Athlete Combo" podcast!
You can find more episode here! https://www.buzzsprout.com/1106450/5568922-interview-with-taj-dashaun-thrive-after-sports
Follow the podcast on Twitter & Instagram @_sacombo_
Connect with me at https://www.tajdashaun.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tajdashaun/
Instagram: @tajdashaun
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/coachtajdashaun
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdQgi_hDXaP5-6OtX_Nyf4A
2021-12-1833 minThrive After Sports w/ Taj DashaunHow to Win in a Slow Job Market | Athletes Soul #FeedTheSoul Summit Ep 52How can student-athletes navigate the current economy and turn a slow job market into a positive outcome? This is a panel discussion on best practices in Athlete Career Development.
We cover topics such as: How to job search, what industries are hiring, how to take advantage of the remote working economy, how to grow your network while gaining experience, job search mindset, etc.
The panel includes: Deanna Ferrante, Chief Operating Officer at The Athlete Network Margaux Lohry, Program Director, Transition to Business Programs, The Tuck School of Business at Dar...
2021-12-1858 minThrive After Sports w/ Taj Dashaun"Blending The Family" Podcast w/ Host Tommy Maloney Ep 43The episode details below are copied directly from Tommy’s website, BlendingTheFamily.com
Welcome to the podcast BLENDING THE FAMILY
Are you doing well during this time? I really hope you are and if you need me I am here for you. In this episode, I am happy you came by to listen.
My guest is the owner of "Thrive After Sports," Taj Dashaun and it is a needed topic as many of our youth athletes are not able to attend their sports.
We not only speak about how we parents can help our kids with their dreams of being a prof...
2021-12-181h 23Thrive After Sports w/ Taj DashaunIdentity & Attachment (Solo Episode) Ep 40Recently I found myself slipping back into an unhealthy pattern of “trying to handle everything on my own.”
This was something that plagued me back when I was in the process of discovering who I wanted to be besides “Taj the football player.”
The difference this time around, is that I’m able to snap myself out of the “funk” a lot quicker than I could back then.
Unfortunately, my ability to quickly bounce back also enables me to justify not reaching out to others when I need help.
So what happens when I'm not able to bounce back right away?
I end up...
2021-12-1814 minThrive After Sports w/ Taj DashaunAfter Orange Slices Podcast | Hosted by Bridget Case Ep 36By Bridget Case:
What good is an athletic mindset if you're not applying it to something that you actually care about?
These wise words from today's guest, Taj Dashaun.
Taj is a former college football player at Stony Brook University who now helps fellow athletes "Thrive After Sports".
A Coach, speaker, and podcast host, Taj ignites the inner athlete within us all to leave our own unique legacy.
Visit his website at https://www.tajdashaun.com/ to learn more.
Connect with Taj!
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/tajdashaun/
Instagram: @tajdashaun
Listen to the "Thrive After Sports" podcast.
Follow the show on Instagram...
2021-12-1854 minThrive After Sports w/ Taj DashaunYour Future Self Will Thank You For Doing This (Solo Episode) Ep 17If you could create a future version of yourself 10 years, 20 years, or even 30 years into the future, what would this person be like?
What would people say about you? What would you be known for?
I’ve created a future version of myself named “T-40”. It stands for “40 year old Taj”.
Everything I do today is geared towards bringing the vision that I have for my 40 year old self to fruition.
No matter where we are in life, we all have the opportunity to become (almost) anything we set our minds to.
It won’t always be easy, but it’ll always be w...
2021-12-1802 minThrive After Sports w/ Taj Dashaun(Client Interview) How Andrew Developed His Vision For Life After Basketball Ep 11Former Cal Lutheran basketball player, Andrew Atakpo went from sitting in a cubicle wondering “What am I doing with my life?” to waking up every day feeling inspired, and taking massive action to bring his vision to fruition.
Andrew’s new mission is to give people access to practical, insightful information that helps them take control of their finances.
Andrew’s #1 piece of advice:
Whatever it is that you want, go for it. Shut out the opinions of others, listen to your own inner voice, and never doubt yourself.
Follow Andrew on Instagram: @thereal_atakpo
Connect with me at https://www.tajd...
2021-12-1824 minThrive After Sports w/ Taj DashaunStarted With A Dream Podcast | Hosted Jacolby Gilliam of 9INE POINT MEDIA Ep. 9In episode 45 of The 9INE POINT Started With A Dream Podcast, Jacolby Gilliam talks with Taj Dashaun former Stony Brook University football player and now athlete transition coach about his journey and the importance of finding clarity on your career path.
In this conversation, Taj walks us through his journey and how he first fell in love with the game of football. An injury his junior year gave him a new view of the business of college athletics. Taj would earn an offer to Stony Brook University in New York, where he pursued a communications degree.
He had never fully...
2021-12-1841 minThrive After Sports w/ Taj DashaunAuditing Your Circle & “Drafting” Mentors (Solo Episode) Ep 8Let's face it: Some of the relationships in our lives are well past their expiration dates.
This doesn't necessarily mean we need to start cutting people off, but we may need to limit the amount of time we spend with them.
Over the years, I’ve learned to draft people into my life the same way professional teams draft players.
I want to be around people who can execute, and bring out the best in me.
It's said that a wise person learns from his/her mistakes. A wiser person learns from others' mistakes. But the wisest person of all lea...
2021-12-1805 minThrive After Sports w/ Taj Dashaun(Client Interview) How Evann Overcame Self-Doubt After Retiring From Pro Volleyball Ep 6Unlike most of the former athletes I work with, retired pro volleyball player, Evann Slaughter walked away from her sport voluntarily. In this interview, we discuss how Evann overcame self-doubt and regret by honoring her decision to walk away from the game, and getting excited about her new career as a Physical Therapist.
Evann’s #1 piece of advice:
Don’t be so hard on yourself. Give yourself time to grow, and put the work in to set yourself up for success. You can be great at other things, it just takes time.
Follow Evann on Instagram: @evannlutionary
Connect with me at ht...
2021-12-1824 minThrive After Sports w/ Taj DashaunWhy Former Athletes Often Struggle With Diet & Exercise (Solo Episode) Ep 5Exercise isn’t about having a 6-pack, it’s about being healthy.
How many times have we complained about not sticking to our diets?
How many times do we find ourselves not quite “motivated” enough to workout?
Working towards a “summer body” is great, but it’s not enough to make us put those running shoes on, or hit the gym when we don’t feel like it.
What’s missing is having bigger goals.
Goals that involve other people.
I want to be able to crawl around on the floor with my grandchildren when they’re toddlers, and shoot hoops with them when t...
2021-12-1804 min
Thrive After Sports w/ Taj DashaunWhy I Started Working With Former Athletes Ep 1I started working with retired athletes because I had no idea what I wanted to do with my life after football. I’ve gone back in time to become the person that I needed in my corner during my transition into life after sports. I’m on a mission to help former athletes live meaningful, fulfilling lives. Not just the find next place to collect a paycheck. I want you to be self-sufficient. I want you to be inspired when you wake up in the morning. If you’re unsatisfied with your job, whether you’re a former athlete or not...
2021-12-1806 min
The OK U GO ShowThrive after Sports with Taj Dashaun | A Frugal AthleteIn this episode, Amobi chats with Taj Dashaun. Taj shares his transition secrets, what he is up to now, and insights on how to best thrive after sports as an athlete entrepreneur and in the corporate space. They also talk about why every athlete should consider writing a book and what it means from a business and legacy perspective.
Taj Dashaun is a former Division 1 collegiate football player for Stony Brook University. When his football career ended, Taj struggled heavily with depression. Because he was so focused on the game, he never fully developed a clear vision f...
2021-10-1936 min
InnovadoresHelping athletes take the next step l Taj Dashaun Athletes´ Career Transitions CoachHoy tenemos de invitado a Taj Dashaun, coach motivacional especializado en ayudar a atletas a dar el siguiente paso una vez que se han retirado de practicar el deporte
Hablaremos con Taj sobre las interpretaciones erróneas de la vida del atleta, el poder de preocuparte por los demás y las ventajas de volver a empezar de cero
¡No importa a que te dediques...Keep it up!
Correo de contacto: verenisse@entreprenup.mx/sebastian@entreprenup.mx
También escúchanos en Spotify: @Entreprenup o @The Keep it up show
¡Síguenos...
2021-10-1439 min
The Urban Book Circle ShowThe Urban Book Circle Show Ep. 007: Taj DashaunTaj Dashaun is an athlete career transition coach, podcast host and author. In this interview with Djuradj “George” Vujcic of the Urban Book Circle, he discusses his beginnings as a D1 college football player, transitioning to life after sports and his latest book Thrive After Sports: How to Dominate the Game of Life.
Interview conducted on February 26, 2021.
2021-05-2929 min
Hey Coach!Crafting a Vision: Interview with Taj Dashaun:S2E19Interview with Taj DashaunFrom San Diego , California, Taj Dashaun has made his life's work helping athletes transition out of sports.In his words,"When I first stepped away from the game I love, I struggled heavily with depression. I had never fully developed a clear vision for my life after football. I knew I wanted to get a “good job,” make “a ton of money” and be “successful,” but I felt lost and overwhelmed having no idea what I wanted to do with my life.""It’s become my personal missio...
2021-05-1840 min
Timeout With Tackle What's NextEpisode 24: Timeout With Taj DashaunOn this week's episode of Timeout with TWN we chatted with former Division I football player Taj Dashaun. Taj now works as a career transition coach for athletes and is focused on helping them overcome the fear, frustration, and uncertainty associated with life post-athletics. Taj joins us to discuss supporting athletes, his book “Thrive After Sports” and podcast Thrive After Sports, his work with Self Publish in 30 Days, how sports has impacted his life, and more! You can connect with Taj on his website: https://www.tajdashaun.com/, on Instagram @tajdashaun, and on LinkedIn.
2021-04-2927 min
Mental Fitness Matters®Thrive After Sports with Taj Dashaun | Athletes Series | MFM 86 RADIO SHOW WSIC 105.9FM #62
Thrive After Sports with Taj Dashaun, a former Division 1 college football player for Stony Brook University.
When his football career ended, Taj struggled heavily with depression. He was so focused on the game that he never fully developed a clear vision for life.
After several years of stumbling around in the emotional darkness of uncertainty, Taj began to take his eyes off of himself and started to focus on serving others. He now runs an intensive program for retired athletes who, like he once was, are struggling to adapt to life after sports.
...
2021-04-1525 min
Kicking it With JBAre You Surviving or Thriving? ft. Taj DashaunIn this Episode I sit down with athlete career transition coach Taj Dashaun and we talk about his book 'Thrive After Sports,' the challenges of college graduates, transitioning from sports to the real world, and how to thrive in life.
Follow Taj:
https://www.instagram.com/tajdashaun/
Get His Book:
http://www.thriveaftersportsbook.com/
His Website:
https://www.tajdashaun.com/
2021-03-1749 min
Drop Into The HärtProtecting Your Energy with Taj DashaunThis week we have Taj Deshaun on the podcast!Taj is a former Division-1 college football player for Stony Brook University. When his football career ended, Taj struggled heavily with depression. Because he was so focused on the game, he never fully developed a clear vision for his life.It's become his personal mission and passion to reach out and help others overcome the fear, frustration and uncertainty associated with life post-athletics. Taj is also the host of the Thrive After Sports Podcast and author of Thrive After Sports.
2021-02-221h 12
What Are You Sporting About?Ep. #25-Taj Dashaun-Author of Thrive After Sports on helping retired pros transition with Sivonnia DeBarros, Protector of AthletesTaj Dashaun is a former Division-1 college football player for Stony Brook University. When his football career ended, Taj struggled heavily with depression. Because he was so focused on the game, he never fully developed a clear vision for his life.
After several years of stumbling around in the emotional darkness of uncertainty, Taj began to take his eyes off himself and focus on serving others. He now runs an intensive program called, Thrive After Sports, for retired athletes who, like he once was, are struggling to adapt to life after sports. Not only does Taj help...
2020-12-0814 min
What Are You Sporting About?Ep. #25-Taj Dashaun-Author of Thrive After Sports on helping retired pros transition with Sivonnia DeBarros, Protector of AthletesTaj Dashaun is a former Division-1 college football player for Stony Brook University. When his football career ended, Taj struggled heavily with depression. Because he was so focused on the game, he never fully developed a clear vision for his life.After several years of stumbling around in the emotional darkness of uncertainty, Taj began to take his eyes off himself and focus on serving others. He now runs an intensive program called, Thrive After Sports, for retired athletes who, like he once was, are struggling to adapt to life after sports. Not only does Taj help former...
2020-12-0414 min
Behind The NumberEp. 14 - Finding the Opportunity in Sport with Taj DashaunWe’re kicking off this episode with Taj Dashaun, an athlete transition coach who knows all about the challenges transitioning to life after sport. He takes us through his athletic experience, how the digital age was a huge benefit for motivation, and how he’s helping athletes now.
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tajdashaun
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tajdashaun/
Thrive After Sports: https://www.tajdashaun.com
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2020-07-1930 min
Yup, She Said It!Embrace The Transition (featuring Taj Dashaun)Marley opens this episode with another meditation session by popular demand. She is also joined by Taj Dashaun to discuss his business and how he can assist athletes with a transition out of sports. You can also join Marley and DaShaun on YouTube to catch their interview together!
YouTube Channel (Video will be available 4/12/2020 @12pm EST):
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bemFedi9xN8&feature=youtu.be
Contact Marley:
Email: thebfcaexperience@gmail.com
IG: @thebfcaexperience @yupshesaidit
Website: www.marleneholmes.com
Contact Taj:
Email: taj@tajdashaun.com
IG: @tajdashaun www.tajdashaun.com
Podcast: Thrive After Sports https://www.tajdashaun.com/podcast
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2020-04-1245 min
After Orange SlicesBuilding your Legacy off the field, with Taj DashaunWhat good is an athletic mindset if you're not applying it to something that you actually care about? These wise words from today's guest, Taj Dashaun. Taj is a former college football player at Stony Brook University who now helps fellow athletes "Thrive After Sports". A Coach, speaker, and podcast host, Taj ignites the inner athlete within us all to leave our own unique legacy. Visit his website at https://www.tajdashaun.com/ to learn more.
Connect with Taj!
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/tajdashaun/
Instagram: @tajdashaun
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2020-01-1051 min