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How Do You Know It’s Time to Walk Away from Your Sport? What if you’re not burnt out… just done?
Why does it still feel like you haven’t made it? You’d think reaching the top would silence the doubt. That once you hit the big stage,...

Ryan Gonsalves
3 min read


“It Was Like the Floor Had Gone Out from Underneath Me”: Why Athlete Transitions Don’t Need a Safety Net
“It was like the floor had gone out from underneath me.” Kate Bailey, Paralympian and educator, nailed it. That’s the line everyone nods...

Ryan Gonsalves
3 min read


From Rugby to Finance: How Do You Even Begin That Career Transition
When did you last start from scratch? Not just in your job, but in how you see yourself. If you’re anything like the athletes I’ve worked...

Ryan Gonsalves
4 min read


Why Is Self-Motivation So Crucial for Athletes in Transition?
Have you ever felt like no one was watching, and still showed up anyway? That’s the moment self-motivation kicks in. Whether it’s in...

Ryan Gonsalves
3 min read


What Happens When the Path You Knew Disappears?
Ever felt like you’ve had to start again but this time, from even less? It’s one thing to choose a new direction. It’s another to rebuild...

Ryan Gonsalves
3 min read


What if your comeback is costing you more than it’s giving you?
Ever tried to hold it all together, even when everything felt like it was falling apart? Not just in sport, but in life. Maybe it was...

Ryan Gonsalves
3 min read


Are You More Than Your Job Title? Redefining Identity in Life After Sport
Let’s get straight to it Your value has never been just your role . Not in sport. Not in work. Not in life. When did “what you do” start...

Ryan Gonsalves
2 min read


Struggling With Career Clarity After Sport? Start With Your Superstar CV
Ever sat down to update your resume and felt… blank? Not because you didn’t do anything but because the words just didn’t fit. You...

Ryan Gonsalves
3 min read


How Do You Know When It’s Time to Move On?
(Rethinking the timing and mindset behind transitioning from sports) Most people will tell you to “trust your gut” when it’s time to move...

Ryan Gonsalves
3 min read


What Can Swimming Teach Us About Career Success?
Why attitude beats talent — in and out of the pool What if the turning point wasn’t a gold medal but a race you almost skipped? Greg...

Ryan Gonsalves
3 min read


Why is Uncertainty a Gift? A Former Athlete's Perspective on Change
I’ve been there. One chapter ends, and suddenly everything that felt familiar is gone. Whether it was a job, a team, or a routine, I...

Ryan Gonsalves
2 min read


How Do You Balance a Career and Personal Passions?
Can You Succeed in Both Work and Your Passion? For many of us, balancing a career with something we love feels impossible. Whether it’s a...

Ryan Gonsalves
3 min read


How Do We Find Career Clarity After Sports?
Not all, but a lot of us may have reached that point where something we do every day comes to an end; whether it’s our career, school, or...

Ryan Gonsalves
3 min read


Struggling with the Uncertainty of Life After Sport? Here’s How I Took Back Control
Why Letting Go of Control Changes Everything But outside of sport, there’s no set playbook. Many of us struggle with transition because...

Ryan Gonsalves
2 min read


How Do You Say No Without Burning Bridges?
As athletes, we’re conditioned to seize every opportunity. Coaches drill into us that hard work and perseverance lead to success. But...

Ryan Gonsalves
2 min read


How Can I Use My Voice to Drive Meaningful Change in Life After Sports?
What do you do when you realise there’s more you want to contribute? I’ve worked with many athletes who want to create an impact beyond...

Ryan Gonsalves
3 min read


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