100+ Elite Athletes, including 25 Olympians, share advice on success, routine, and winning in life after sports.

Sports Life Business: The Transition PlayBook is the workbook companion to What's Next, a self-help book aimed primarily at college and professional athletes who have left their sport, or are preparing to leave. Now they seek guidance as to what they need to do next. Author Derrick Furlow, Jr., a former college and professional football player, has been in those shoes. The Transition PlayBook is your all-in-one curriculum, devised by Furlow, that will guide you as you reflect on your past and take inventory of the skills, lessons, principles, and philosophies that have helped you achieve success. In working through this eleven-step curriculum, you will learn how to readily apply those concepts as you make the transition to a new life and career. "Derrick Furlow used his time wisely at Tennessee to transform himself from walk-on into a valuable team player. He also used his time away from the field to develop the skills and mind-set that have made him successful beyond football." -Phillip Fulmer, former head football coach at the University of Tennessee and author of A Perfect Season

This is a comprehensive guide for high-level athletes who are facing the daunting task of retirement. Written by an intuitive life and performance coach with over twenty years of experience, the book addresses the ten notable challenges of the transitionary period, covering mind, body, and spirit. From finding a new career path to coping with the loss of identity, The Transition Playbook provides practical advice and support to help athletes thrive in retirement. "This book was shockingly relatable and transformative - like holding up a mirror. It was comforting to know I wasn't alone in my thoughts or the experience of identity loss after elite sport. L. Dorrington - Former National-Level Swimmer and World Master's Gold Medalist "I really like it. ... The way it's broken up feels very similar to how a good coach would break down an issue or play. Energetic and enthusiastic." William Hadman, Sports Enthusiast

SHIFT explores the difficult question, who am I? as an athlete, and is there value outside of sport? SHIFT is your playbook for using those skills, experience, and understanding who you are for success wherever life takes you next.

The Transition is a student-athlete's guide to life after sports. As athletes make the move from sports into the real world, they often experience feelings of loss, depression, anxiety and an inability to find their next passion. This book lays out the different emotions that will be brought forth through the tales of various famous, highly successful athletes that have all had similar stories. By the end of this book, readers will not only feel a sense of community, but will have an understanding of how to transition successfully by learning how to find mentors, internships, careers and new identities.

It's more than a game; It's more than money; It's your life! This book will help aspiring professional athletes and their families avoid the curse that, oftentimes, comes with the professional sports culture. Why do so many NFL and NBA athletes struggle to lead productive, successful lives when they retire? Why do they invest in their talent, but not their life? Don't they know their playing days have an expiration date? The bigger question is: Why don't college athletes prepare to be professionals like they prepare to be professional athletes? Why do they repeat their predecessors' mistakes? Isn't that insanity? By studying this playbook, aspiring and rookie NBA and NFL athletes will be able to create a blueprint to prepare them to navigate the world of professional sports and successfully transition into the final stage of their lives. This playbook takes a proactive approach in addressing the common issues that plague athletes, enabling them to move forward strategically and with purpose. This is your opportunity to change your thinking so that you can change the game! By reading this book, you will give yourself a better shot at Surviving the Lights!

The Playbook for Career Transitions, "A Step-by-Step Guide For Athletes, First Responders, and Professionals," is an essential read for athletes and professionals alike embarking on a journey of career transformation. This book offers a unique glimpse into how athletes and other career professionals successfully transitioned to new career paths. It's a blend of practical advice and tips, providing a roadmap for leveraging discipline and resilience in various obstacles that may arise during a career transition. Whether you're an athlete, first responder, or anyone seeking a career change, this guide is your companion for navigating new professional landscapes with confidence and purpose.