This section is built for former student athletes who are focused on growing professionally and building a meaningful career after sports.
Athletics prepare you in ways that go far beyond the field, court, rink, or track. You learned discipline, time management, teamwork, accountability, and how to perform under pressure. Those same qualities are highly valuable in the workplace. The challenge is learning how to translate your athletic experience into career skills and opportunities.
The books featured here focus on practical career guidance and professional growth. Topics often include resume building, interviewing, networking, workplace communication, leadership, goal setting, and navigating career changes. Just like in sports, success in your career starts with fundamentals. Preparation, consistency, and a willingness to learn make a major difference over time.
Life after sports often means entering a new environment with different rules and expectations. You may be exploring your first full time role, changing industries, or figuring out how your strengths fit into the professional world. These resources are designed to help you gain clarity, build confidence, and make informed decisions about your path forward.
The goal of this page is to provide practical and relatable tools that former student athletes can use to grow in their careers. The habits and mindset you developed in sports can continue to support you as you build long term success.
This page will continue to grow with additional books and resources, including contributions from former student athletes and other authors who focus on career development and professional growth.
If you would like to suggest a book or resource to include, please email info@formerstudentathlete.com.