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When I heard that someone had written a book on advice for athletes transitioning out of their sport, I had to speak to him, after all, it\\u2019s what I do! And today\\u2019s guest on my #MakeYourMark podcast, Phil Costa, does not disappoint! Between snapping footballs to Dallas Cowboys QBs including Tony Romo, struggling after retirement from the game, witnessing hundreds of heart procedures, and spending a year in Madrid, Phil certainly has so much he brings to the podcast!
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\\u201cI was speaking with a former NY Giants player, and I said to him, \\u2018You\\u2019re making it all look so easy, now you\\u2019re professional commentator, what\\u2019s the trick?\\u2019 And he said the three words to me that completely changed things. He said \\u2018I struggled too\\u2019. He\\u2019s a tough-as-nails guy, and he made me realize that it\\u2019s okay to be vulnerable.\\u201d
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Phil and co-author Rob Curley have written The Transition Playbook for Athletes, pulling together 100+ athletes who give their insight and advice into how to make the transition smoother and less stressful. I\\u2019m excited to be sharing the stage with Phil in the upcoming Tackle What\\u2019s Next Summit in the DC area, as any athlete who is looking for a more targeted focus post-playing days, a reason to get excited to win again, but this time in the business world, should join Phil and I.
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\\u201cWhen you go to these events, don\\u2019t show up as a celebrity, show up as someone who wants to network and meet people.\\u201d
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So much advice packed into this episode, make sure you give it a listen, twice!
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\\u201cPeople are receptive, people want to help other people, especially if they think they\\u2019re being true and their values align. Just (start by) sending a message on LinkedIn, an email on any social platform. We\\u2019ve reached out over time to build our network. We heard a lot of yes, a lot of no, but it\\u2019s a numbers game.\\u201d
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Some Topics we talk about in this episode:
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Be sure to subscribe and leave me a quick review on iTunes. Your reviews and ratings will help me reach more people with ways to make their mark in life, business and career!
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How are YOU going to Make Your Mark today? Go get \\u2018em!
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