Athletes, make your LinkedIn posts relatable to people outside your sport. 1. Share the story. 2. Share what you learned. 3. Leave an actionable step. 4. Invite others in. 5. Respond to comments. Help people connect with the lessons behind your experience.

College athletics has changed since I entered player development in 2016. But 7 "old school" strategies still work: Relationships Planning Communication Check-ins Listening Presence Campus connections The game changed. The fundamentals didn't. What's #8?

Player development is growing, but the profession is still evolving. 5 realities I see right now: The role is changin The field is growing Women face unique challenges There’s no clear next step yet Many still don’t understand our impact What would you add? #PlayerDevelopment

Kansas City ✅ Detroit ✅ 2027… where are we going next? 👀 Houston Atlanta Miami Phoenix What do you think? Super excited about the 2027 Player Development Summit. Hope to see you there. #27PDSummit #PlayerDevelopment

ATHLETES: Want to build your LinkedIn network authentically? Follow professionals in your desired industry and leave thoughtful comments on posts that genuinely help you. Add to the conversation and use your own words. Visibility starts with participation. #BeyondTheField

Athlete trust is built in the small moments. Are you present where they are? Can they count on you? Do you show up consistently? Players notice. Make sure your actions give them a reason to trust you. #PlayerDevelopment

ONE WEEK AWAY. 🔥 The is almost here. 2 days. High-level conversations. Real networking. Actionable ideas. People committed to developing people & elevating programs. Limited space remains. Tickets: btfprogram.com/pdsummit #26PDSUMMIT

Still have questions about the Player Development Summit? I’m hosting a 30-minute live webinar to break everything down: • What it is • Who it’s for • What you’ll gain • Live Q&A If you’re on the fence, this will help you decide. 👉 Register here: us06web.zoom.us/meeting/regi…

26 days til the 2026 Player Development Summit. Hope to see YOU there. Get YOUR ticket here: btfprogram.com/pdsummit #26PDSummit #PlayerDevelopment