Sets For Life
147 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 3 years ago - ★★★★★ - 40 ratingsSets For Life is dedicated to training equipping and empowering athletes for life after sports. This show will help you to see yourself as more than just an athlete. It will enable you to discover your gifts and redefine yourself as you chase your new dreams.
Joi Walker has had the opportunity to play and coach at the Division 1 level. She also worked in Corporate America for several years. Her unique journey has allowed her to see the gaps. Many athletes fail to leverage the amazing skill set they gained through years of playing sports at a high level. Sets For Life will give you the information you need to thrive in life after sports.
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096: This Is NOT Your Redshirt Year
January 06, 2020 10:00 - 7 minutes - 7.15 MBThis is NOT your redshirt year! Be sure to subscribe to this podcast and connect with Coach J www.joiwalker.com [email protected] Social Media https://www.instagram.com/setsforlife314/ https://twitter.com/SetsForLife314/ https://www.facebook.com/SetsForLife314/
095: Game Ready- With Clifton Douglass
December 30, 2019 10:00 - 26 minutes - 24.1 MBThere are so many amazing careers in and around sports that many student-athletes are totally unaware of. This week we are joined by a former student-athlete turned Assistant Commissioner. You do not want to miss this episode. Be sure to connect with Clifton Douglass [email protected] Be sure to subscribe to this podcast and connect with Coach J www.joiwalker.com [email protected] Social Media https://www.instagram.com/setsforlife314/ https://twitter.com/SetsForLife314/ ...
094: PR- With Maiya Newton
December 23, 2019 10:00 - 17 minutes - 16.3 MBIf you ran track or cross country you would never expect to run a PR on the very first day of practice. You understood that it was a process. You had to train and persist in order to reach your goals. Life after sport works the same way. Be sure to connect with Maiya Newton https://www.duffleapp.com/ https://www.instagram.com/maiyakarin/ Be sure to subscribe to this podcast and connect with Coach J www.joiwalker.com [email protected] Social Media https://www.instagram.com/se...
093: Energizer Bunny- With Tykera Carter
December 16, 2019 10:00 - 25 minutes - 23.5 MBIt happens so quickly. We go from living the life of an athlete and being somewhat spoiled to sometimes struggling to find full time employment. Once we finally transition into life after sport we feel as if we are losing a piece of who we are. For years our sport took up the majority of our time and it seems as if it’s all over in the blink of an eye. Life after sport can sneak up on you. Will you be prepared? Be sure to connect with Tykera Carter https://www.instagram.com/tykera.cart...
092: The Pedestal- With Leah Howard
December 09, 2019 10:00 - 29 minutes - 27.2 MBIn order to become an elite athlete you have to believe that you are the best. However, considering the fact that the vast majority of athletes do not make it to the pros, many athletes often find themselves scrambling to figure out what’s next. In this episode special guest Leah Howard talks about some of the mental health issues today’s athletes are facing. Some athletes deal with eating disorders while others may experience anxiety or depression. As athletes many of us have to deal with...
091: MVP
December 02, 2019 10:00 - 7 minutes - 7.11 MB"Your level of success will seldom exceed your level of personal development, because success is something you attract by the person you become." Jim Rohn Be sure to subscribe to this podcast and connect with Coach J www.joiwalker.com [email protected] Social Media https://www.instagram.com/setsforlife314/ https://twitter.com/SetsForLife314/ https://www.facebook.com/SetsForLife314/
090: Attention To Detail- With Margaret Bell
November 25, 2019 11:00 - 21 minutes - 19.4 MBAthletes grow accustomed to receiving special treatment because of their physical talents. This can make the transition into life after sport extremely difficult. Although many athletes feel as if they have lost a huge part of their identity it is important to reflect on your career and the lessons you learned that can assist you as you prepare to win championships in life! Be sure to connect with Margaret Bell https://www.linkedin.com/in/margaret-bell-7a439717b/ https://twitter.com/mb...
089: Fantasy World- With Demetria Frank
November 18, 2019 10:00 - 29 minutes - 26.7 MBOn a scale of 1-10 how prepared were you for life after sport? When we are locked in on our sport it is sometimes all that matters to us. However, we have to realize that at some point our sport will come to an end and we will have to be prepared for something totally different. Be sure to connect with Demetria Frank https://twitter.com/BCU_CoachMichi https://www.instagram.com/BCU_CoachMichi/ Be sure to subscribe to this podcast and connect with Coach J www.joiwalker.com info...
088: The Back Burner- With Jonathan Orr
November 11, 2019 10:00 - 31 minutes - 29.8 MBAs athletes we often put so much stock into our athletic identity that once our playing days comes to an end we feel as if we cease to exist. So many athletes have issues even believing that there is life after the game. Be sure to connect with Jonathan Orr https://atscorp.org/ https://www.instagram.com/jorr_ats/ https://twitter.com/jorr_ats Be sure to subscribe to this podcast and connect with Coach J www.joiwalker.com [email protected] Social Media https://www.instagram...
087: Hoopers vs Basketball Players
November 04, 2019 10:00 - 8 minutes - 7.96 MBAre you a hooper or a basketball player? Be sure to subscribe to this podcast and connect with Coach J www.joiwalker.com [email protected] Social Media https://www.instagram.com/setsforlife314/ https://twitter.com/SetsForLife314/ https://www.facebook.com/SetsForLife314/
086: The Shakeout- With Classye James
October 28, 2019 09:00 - 33 minutes - 30.3 MBWe have turnover in every industry but in the realm of competitive athletics the shakeout is athletic turnover. You constantly have athletes coming in and out of the athletic industry. As an athlete every single one of us will be a product of the shakeout at some point in time. Be sure to connect with Classye James https://www.shakeoutllc.com/ https://www.instagram.com/shakeoutllc/ https://www.instagram.com/classyej/ www.twitter.com/shakeoutllc [email protected] Be su...
085: Blinded- With Tracy Jones
October 21, 2019 09:00 - 24 minutes - 22.4 MBWhy do athletes often overachieve in athletics and underachieve in life? Check out episode 85 with special guest Tracy Jones for the answer to this question and so much more! Be sure to connect with Tracy Jones https://talexanderfoundation.org/home https://twitter.com/TAlexanderFound https://www.instagram.com/t.alexanderfoundation/ Be sure to subscribe to this podcast and connect with Coach J www.joiwalker.com [email protected] Social Media https://www.instagram.com/...
084: Gift and a Curse- With Jori Davis
October 14, 2019 09:00 - 31 minutes - 28.8 MBBeing an elite athlete can be a gift and a curse. We have to have laser vision. In order to make it to the college or professional ranks you have to be locked in. Often times we don’t put enough energy and effort into preparing for life after sport. Once we enter life after sports we have to play catch up to other individuals who didn’t have basketball or football as their primary identity. When its time to transition out we often haven’t taken the time to assess what else we are good at. ...
083: The 4th Quarter
October 07, 2019 09:00 - 8 minutes - 8.04 MBThe 4th Quarter is here! Be sure to subscribe to this podcast and connect with Coach J www.joiwalker.com [email protected] Social Media https://www.instagram.com/setsforlife314/ https://twitter.com/SetsForLife314/ https://www.facebook.com/SetsForLife314/
082: Humbled By Life- With Taj Dashaun
September 30, 2019 09:00 - 52 minutes - 48.2 MBAs athletes we are trained to never show any weakness. We are taught that if we show any emotion our competitor will take advantage of us. We grow accustomed to being super heroes on stage but once ball is over many athletes find themselves alone and depressed. Because of our pride and our beliefs many former athletes refuse to ask for the help they need to figure out what’s next. It is important for athletes to re-establish their identity once their playing days come to an end. For many o...
081: No Brainer- With Guest Lee Rubin
September 23, 2019 10:00 - 29 minutes - 27.5 MBIn this episode featuring Lee Rubin we discuss a number of topics that will help athletes at every level as they navigate life after sport. As athletes we have the ability to thrive under pressure but we are often ill equipped to recognize and articulate the soft skills we have that will allow us to be assets to various organizations. As athletes navigate life and attempt to figure out next steps its important to pay attention to the things people constantly compliment you on. Those compli...
080: Transferable Skills?- With Guest Dr. Victor Kidd
September 16, 2019 09:00 - 44 minutes - 40.6 MBSets For Life is not your typical life after sports podcast. In episode 80 featuring Dr. Victor Kidd we discuss various topics including why many former athletes don’t make the professional leap they should with a college degree. We also talk about the challenges athletes face in what is often considered a safe space. This is a conversation you don’t want to miss! Be sure to connect with Dr. Victor Kidd https://www.linkedin.com/in/victorkidd https://twitter.com/dasportscholar https:...
079: Find Your Forever- With Guest Shamira Rothmiller
September 09, 2019 09:00 - 36 minutes - 33.7 MBIf you look at a track and field team you will see a group of different people who all bring different gifts to the team. The throwers are usually larger in stature and stronger. The pole vaulters typically don’t have that same strength and size. If a thrower tried to compete in the pole volt it would probably put them at a disadvantage based on their body type. All of us have innate talents and skills that allow us to do certain things well. We mess up when we try to copy the next person ...
078: Let The Play Develop
September 02, 2019 09:00 - 9 minutes - 8.48 MBAre you going to let the play develop? Check out this months solo episode. Be sure to subscribe to this podcast and connect with Coach J www.joiwalker.com [email protected] Social Media https://www.instagram.com/setsforlife314/ https://twitter.com/SetsForLife314/ https://www.facebook.com/SetsForLife314/
077: The Summer of Rejection
August 29, 2019 09:00 - 8 minutes - 8.22 MBHave you ever been rejected? Be sure to subscribe to this podcast and connect with Coach J www.joiwalker.com [email protected] Social Media https://www.instagram.com/setsforlife314/ https://twitter.com/SetsForLife314/ https://www.facebook.com/SetsForLife314/
076: Mindfulness- With Guest Leah Lipschitz
August 26, 2019 09:00 - 23 minutes - 22.2 MBWhen we walk away from our sport we often feel as if we have lost a huge part of ourselves. We tend to feel as is we have lost our purpose once our sport no longer defines us. As athletes its seems counter intuitive but it is through slowing down that we notice more. We have to seek out ways to find balance especially in today’s hyper connected society. We don’t give ourselves an opportunity to stop and pay attention. Mindfulness practices like yoga and meditation can prove to be extrem...
075: The Access Card- With Guest Jacolby Gilliam
August 19, 2019 09:00 - 23 minutes - 22.1 MBAs athletes we all have similar dreams coming up. We envisioned ourselves playing for our favorite professional or collegiate teams. Because we were so focused on our sport we didn’t adequately prepare for the next chapter of life. As we begin to navigate next steps we lose our “access card” in a sense. For so long we received special privileges because we were athletes. As we navigate new arenas we find ourselves in unfamiliar territory where people simply don’t care about what we accompl...
074: Go Against The Grain With Guest Tobias Pinson
August 12, 2019 09:00 - 16 minutes - 16.2 MBIt is so important to take the time to reflect on your past experiences and figure out what sort of solutions you can provide to those in need. That is exactly what this week’s special guest did when he started Hoop Juice. Hoop Juice is a recruiting service designed to help women’s basketball players of all levels find a place to play basketball and continue their education. As former athletes it can be hard to figure out who you want to be and what you want to be as your life has revolved...
073: More Than X's and O's- With Guest Dr. Emmett Gill
August 05, 2019 09:00 - 48 minutes - 44.1 MBThis is an episode unlike any other. We talk about the intersection between social work and sports. Social workers are advocates and activists who can help athletes in a variety of ways. Social workers help people who experience everyday problems and they help people who are in crisis. Social workers can help athletes navigate life events so that they can be the best people they can be. Social workers need a seat at the table along with sports psychologists in order to give our athletes th...
072: New Layers- With Guest Khadija Head
July 29, 2019 09:00 - 29 minutes - 27.8 MB“We play twenty plus games a year. Every third night we are either going to experience success or failure and that’s a tough way to live.” -Khadija Head As athletes we often tie our entire identity to gravity. If the ball goes in we are a success. If the ball doesn’t go in we failed. At some point we have to be intentional about understanding that we are more than our sport. Whenever you unveil a new layer of yourself that has nothing to do with your sport take the time to explore it. ...
071: The Glory Days- With Guest Amanda McGrew
July 22, 2019 09:00 - 32 minutes - 30.6 MBAfter several failed dating experiences Amanda McGrew decided to become the solution instead of simply complaining about the problem. With all of the niche dating apps for Christians, Vegans, Farmers, and other groups of people Amanda decided she needed to create a dating app for athletes. Athletes have an ability to connect with other athletes in a way that is rare. Part of the struggle as we transition out of sport is finding a new place to add value. It is so important to identify your...
070: Everyday Is Halloween- With Guest Jeermal Sylvester
July 15, 2019 09:00 - 39 minutes - 36.9 MBThe truth is that most athletes don’t envision their careers being over at 22 or even 25 years old. Often times we go to college to play sports and we aren’t necessarily serious about leveraging the opportunity to get a quality education that will allow us to jump-start our career. It can be extremely difficult to cope with the fact that your sport is over and it is not unusual to experience some levels of anxiety or depression. At times we don’t want to even be around the sport we once lo...
069: #studentathletepreneur- With Guest Krystal Beachum
July 08, 2019 10:00 - 25 minutes - 23.9 MBFor many college is a period of self-discovery as students figure out what they like and what they don’t like. Many times due to time constraints athletes don’t get the time to explore. In this weeks episode special guest Krystal Beachum talks about her college experience. She also breaks down the fact that a business is simply the solution to a problem. As the founder of Student-Athletes Unite, she educates and inspires collegiate athletes to create entrepreneurial ventures, which also co...
068: When It Hurts So Bad
July 04, 2019 09:00 - 42 minutes - 38.5 MBCheck out this months solo episode. https://9inepointmag.com/ Be sure to subscribe to this podcast and connect with Coach J www.joiwalker.com [email protected] Social Media https://www.instagram.com/setsforlife314/ https://twitter.com/SetsForLife314/ https://www.facebook.com/SetsForLife314/
067: Play To Win- With Guest Ticha Penicheiro
July 01, 2019 09:00 - 19 minutes - 18.2 MB“Basketball is what I used to do, not who I am.” As athletes we tend to forget to remind ourselves that life is much bigger than our sport. Many times athletes spend 20 or more years dedicated to their sport and if you aren’t intentional about planning next steps the transition can seem overwhelming. One of the keys to success is to be passionate about what you do. However, if you can become knowledgeable within your sphere of influence and combine that with your passion those two thing...
066: Go Down Swinging- With Guest Ashley Facio
June 24, 2019 10:00 - 28 minutes - 26.4 MBSometimes it takes former athletes a while to realize that our playing days are really over. In this week’s episode former softball player Ashley Facio describes what it felt like once the letters HR no longer stood for home run but human resources. Playing sports allows us to understand the importance of sacrifice. Ashley talks about the fact that in softball many times you will step up to the plate and bunt just so that your teammate can move forward. Ashley Facio currently works in hu...
065: Athletes as Artists- With Guest Kezia Conyers
June 17, 2019 10:00 - 28 minutes - 26 MBAs athletes we go from literally having an entire army of people to support us to being on our own literally overnight. It is extremely difficult for athletes who are often viewed as super human to share their insecurities and doubts. Thankfully there are more and more people willing to come forward and share their story in hopes of helping other athletes successfully navigate the transition. One thing to keep in mind as you transition is that you need to find new creative outlets. Athlete...
064: Transforming Lives Through Sport- With Dr. Robert Bennett & Dr. Morris Council
June 10, 2019 10:00 - 24 minutes - 22.6 MBWithin the black community there is an elevated social status tied to athletics that many of us cling to. Sports allow us to escape as we get a certain sense of freedom on the playing field. So many African Americans view athletics as the only means to financial freedom. Once we realize that we will not obtain our ultimate goal of playing professionally it can be extremely difficult to let go and step away from our sport. Be sure to connect with our guests Dr. Morris Council and Dr. Robert...
063: Hoopers Are Made In The Off Season
June 06, 2019 09:00 - 11 minutes - 10.9 MBBe sure to subscribe to this podcast and connect with Coach J www.joiwalker.com [email protected] Social Media https://www.instagram.com/setsforlife314/ https://twitter.com/SetsForLife314/ https://www.facebook.com/SetsForLife314/
062: Mac and Cheese With Guest Jhasmin Player
June 03, 2019 09:00 - 34 minutes - 32 MBNo matter what career field you decide to enter it is so important to find your unique niche. You need to be the mad scientist at whatever you are bringing to the table. You have to see yourself as a unique specialist. In order to stand out you have to be like the Aunt who is bringing her signature mac and cheese to the family function. You are not valuable until you perfect what makes you different. Find you lane. Perfect it. Be obsessed with it. When people look at you then need to know ex...
061: Take The Hit- With Guest Tyler Bailey
May 27, 2019 10:00 - 18 minutes - 17.6 MBPlaying sports at a high level literally prepares you to dominate whatever industry you decide to enter. Our coaches drop so many gems throughout our playing career. We need to extract that information and figure out how to apply it to the rest of our life. Be sure to connect with special guest attorney Tyler D Bailey https://baileylawfirmsc.com/ https://twitter.com/tylerdbailey?lang=en https://www.instagram.com/tylerdbailey/ Be sure to subscribe to this podcast and connect with Co...
060: Survive and Advance- With Guest Monica McNutt
May 20, 2019 10:00 - 34 minutes - 31.5 MBLife after sport can be extremely frustrating, as the rules that apply to our game don’t always get us the same results in life. If we want to become better shooters we get more shots up. If we want to become better ball handlers we work on tons of ball handling drills. However, as we navigate media, corporate, or other arenas we come to realize that although we may put in the work we may not always be given the opportunity that we believe we deserve. As we navigate life it is important t...
059: The Other 98%- With Guest Matt Mounier
May 13, 2019 10:00 - 46 minutes - 42.6 MBThis week’s episode goes from 0-60 in about .002 seconds as special guest Matt Mounier answers the million dollar question… If we all know that less than 2% of collegiate student-athletes will play professional sports why don’t we hear the stories of the other 98%? Many athletes are under the impression that everything will be easy once they are done playing sports. They believe that companies will desire to hire them just because they are former athletes. Often times the transition is ...
058: Run It Back
May 06, 2019 10:00 - 8 minutes - 7.82 MBReady to run it back? Check out this months solo episode. Be sure to subscribe to this podcast and connect with Coach J www.joiwalker.com [email protected] Social Media https://www.instagram.com/setsforlife314/ https://twitter.com/SetsForLife314/ https://www.facebook.com/SetsForLife314/
057: Athlete Turned Entrepreneur- With Guest Tahj Anthony Jean
April 29, 2019 10:00 - 21 minutes - 20.1 MBFor the first 20+ years of our lives we are socialized as athletes. So when you take that away many athletes feel lost. However, some manage to figure out that the key to success is often to fill that time you once dedicated to your sport to something else. In this episode Tahj-Anthony Jean talks about his decision to step away from his collegiate football career to open a restaurant. You do not want to miss this episode which could be summed up as Entrepreneurship 101. Be sure to conn...
056: Something Deeper- With Guest Mark Boren
April 22, 2019 10:00 - 40 minutes - 36.9 MBYour work will never determine your worth. As athletes it can be difficult to grasp that concept. Many of us look for new things to make us feel significant once we are no longer defined by the sport we play. In this episode we explore how to uncover something deeper. Be sure to connect with special guest Mark Boren [email protected] Be sure to subscribe to this podcast and connect with Coach J www.joiwalker.com [email protected] Social Media https://www.instagram.com/setsforlife...
055: Post Athletic Career Trauma- With Guest Dr. Joseph Cooper
April 15, 2019 10:00 - 54 minutes - 50.6 MBIn this week’s episode we breakdown post athletic career trauma and so much more. Get your pen and pad ready! Be sure to connect with today’s special guest Dr. Joseph Cooper [email protected] https://www.amazon.com/Exploitation-Back-Empowerment-Development-Education/dp/1433161559 Be sure to subscribe to this podcast and connect with Coach J www.joiwalker.com [email protected] Social Media https://www.instagram.com/setsforlife314/ https://twitter.com/SetsForLife314/ ...
054: Stock Options- With Guest Caroline Doty
April 08, 2019 10:00 - 35 minutes - 32.9 MBAs athletes we must realize that when our playing career comes to an end we are not just turning another chapter. We are literally starting on another book. The great part is that we get to decide what we will write on page one of this new journey. It’s important to develop a diverse portfolio. As athletes we put all of our eggs in one basket knowing that at some point we will have to transition into the next stage of life. We discuss this and so much more in this week’s episode. Be sure...
053: The Breakup
April 01, 2019 13:30 - 7 minutes - 7.2 MBBe sure to subscribe to this podcast and connect with Coach J www.joiwalker.com [email protected] Social Media https://www.instagram.com/setsforlife314/ https://twitter.com/SetsForLife314/ https://www.facebook.com/SetsForLife314/
052: Winning- With Guest Josh Cooperwood
March 25, 2019 10:00 - 21 minutes - 20 MBAs athletes we have to be honest with ourselves. In the midst trying to balance a chaotic schedule of practice, travel, and class we have to find time to pause. We have to ask ourselves what we can truly see ourselves doing. There are tons of amazing professions but you have to find the best fit for you. It is also important to define what true winning means for you. You do not want to miss this episode featuring former pro turned coach Josh Cooperwood. Be sure to connect with today’s sp...
051: Paper Plates- With Guest D Murph
March 18, 2019 10:00 - 30 minutes - 28.3 MBAs athletes we go to war with our teammates. Sometimes one of the hardest parts of stepping away from our sport is not having the same relationship with our teammates anymore. One of the greatest yet often overlooked things we take away from our sport is the ability to be patient. Patience is a skill that will serve us well long after the ball stops bouncing. You don’t want to miss this incredible interview featuring the Big Homie D Murph Be sure to connect with D Murph https://www...
050: Maximize Your Platform- With Guest Imani McGee-Stafford
March 11, 2019 10:00 - 23 minutes - 22.2 MBAs athletes we have so much more to offer than what we do on the field or court and it is so important that we find our voice and use our platform. While the majority of the students on campus are trying to figure out who they are outside of their parental sphere, athletes already come in with a label. As athletes we have to figure out who we truly are because the sport stops. So many of us are lost when the ball stops. Be sure to connect with today’s special guest Imani McGee-Stafford ...
049: Influence Culture
March 04, 2019 11:00 - 20 minutes - 19 MBBe sure to subscribe to this podcast and connect with Coach J www.joiwalker.com [email protected] Social Media https://www.instagram.com/setsforlife314/ https://twitter.com/SetsForLife314/ https://www.facebook.com/SetsForLife314/
048: It's Over- With Guest Leo Sullivan
February 25, 2019 11:00 - 17 minutes - 16.5 MBIn many cases the sport we love and dedicate the first 20 years of our lives to is often taken from us in an instant. The end of our playing career could come as a result of an injury or being cut by a professional team. For some athletes this leads to a deep dark depression. Some athletes turn to alcohol and pills to numb the pain. There are so many athletes suffering alone in silence. The good news is that there is light at the end of the tunnel. You can figure it out and you can bounce...
047:Polynesian Sauce- With Guest Morgan Jones
February 18, 2019 11:00 - 19 minutes - 18.9 MBAs athletes we can gain a false perception of what it truly takes to obtain certain luxuries in life. We grow accustomed to chartered flights, five star hotels, and catered meals. Once our playing days come to an end we have to figure out where we fit in society and what we can do to provide for ourselves. Many athletes struggle with the transition out simply because they never prepared for it. It is so important to feed your mind with things outside of your sport. You must come to grip...