Some people have attached a stigma to sports psychologists. They label athletes who use them as mentally weak, not having what it takes to make it on their own. Making use of the services of a sports psychologist is definitely not a sign of weakness. Succeeding in a chosen sport…
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Athletes must be in the best physical shape possible to compete. They must also be driven, disciplined, competitive, assertive, focused, committed and have self-confidence. This is just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to the ideal traits! It takes a lot to be a successful athlete. In the…
Read MoreIf you have a passion for sport and helping athletes, then becoming a sports psychologist is probably high on your list of possible careers. Sports psychology focuses on how playing sports affects people and how to help athletes have positive mindsets that will help them to excel in their sports.…
Read MoreIn one of our previous articles, we discussed what a sports psychologist is and what some of the benefits are of hiring such a professional. With this article, we’d like to get into the nitty-gritty of what a sports psychologist does and what you can expect during your sessions with…
Read MoreTo succeed in on social media – especially as a fitness professional – you need to be clearly recognised as a leader in your profession. Potential clients need to have no doubt in their minds that you are without a doubt the best and only fitness professional out there to…
Read MoreSports Management and Finance Being a sports manager requires an understanding of all aspects of the industry and facility you are working for. This includes the financial side of things. Being able to manage a successful fitness facility requires a sharp set of budgeting skills that have been honed to…
Read MoreThe sports and fitness industry, by its very nature, is vulnerable to a number of risks. This is especially where injuries are concerned. Because they are so prevalent wherever sports and fitness take place, these risks need to be carefully managed by those overseeing facilities, events and sporting activities. While…
Read MoreAnyone who has ever needed to draft a business plan can attest to just how much more complicated they are than they seem at face value. While most of us dream of owning our own businesses someday, few of us actually understand each and every aspect that goes into starting…
Read MoreIn between the glory of Olympic gold medallists and athletic superstars, not much is often said about the gears that keep the fitness and sports industries moving. Sports administrators, the world over, have a tremendously important job to do every day. Their title describes one of the most all-encompassing professions…
Read MoreOne of the most vital duties of sports administrators is managing the finances of the sports club that you run. To do this right, and make sure that your sporting facility is an INCREDIBLY profitable venture, you need to adopt a good financial management system. Managing the finances of a…
Read MoreAs a sports manager, a vitally important part of your job is taking care of your customers at your sporting venue. You need to continually be aware of your customer care skills as if they begin to feel that you’re not taking care of them, and they go elsewhere, your…
Read MoreThe sports manager is one of the most over-looked, yet most important, jobs in any athlete’s career. We’ve all heard about the importance of sports coaches in the life of an athlete because they are responsible for honing an athlete’s prowess on the sports field. However, the sports manager is vitally important as they transcend the sports field…
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