Thank you again to @Andre Sims for an INCREDIBLE Speaker Series Call. If you missed it live, go watch the replay - this was too good to skip. We broke down CARDS: ♣️ - C – Coachability - A – Accountability - R – Responsibility - D – Discipline - S – Self-Development Because remember…Winning in Life = Winning Your Way 😏 Discipline. Mindset. Character. That’s the difference. We talked: - ✔️ Time Management - ✔️ Financial Literacy - ✔️ EQ & Communication - ✔️ Mental Health Awareness And this line? 👀: “Smart people look for networks. Regular people look for work.” Major takeaway: Self-assessment, skill development, networking, mentorship - it all matters. Now the real question… 👀 Who’s making a vision board after this call? Share a snapshot of your vision board to us - we cannot wait to see what you come up with.

Family! This is an example of how roadmaps are so crucial https://www.linkedin.com/posts/primeedgenil_ncaa-collegeathletics-eligibility-activity-7424856589049769985-Z7ws?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_ios&rcm=ACoAABwNuPQBh8WVXPwcSaXXZ6pFlau6PgQ2XtU

You are more than just your sport and your content should reflect that. I know a lot of you struggle with knowing what to post every week, so i wanted to give you some guidance. Remember, you should be posting 3-4 times a week to grow on social media if you’re serious about building a brand and landing NIL deals. This 7-day plan gives you 3 different options per day so you can choose what fits your energy, schedule, and personality. Sports, lifestyle, mindset, and interests all count. You don’t need to do all three. Pick one per day. DAY 1 — Identity / First Impression Option A (Sports): “People think ___ about my sport, but that’s not actually true.” Option B (Lifestyle): “Get ready with me for ___.” (practice, school, workout, game day) Option C (Personality): “Three things people don’t know about me.” DAY 2 — Effort & Discipline Option A (Sports): POV training clip Text: “POV: You’re training while everyone else scrolls.” Option B (Lifestyle): “Follow me as I go through my training day.” Option C (Mindset): Short talking video: “Something I’m locked in on this week…” DAY 3 — Story Time / Real Moment Option A (Sports): “Story time: a moment that changed how I train.” Option B (Lifestyle): “Story time: how I balance sports and ___ (school, family, work).” Option C (Personal Growth): “One thing I used to struggle with that I’m better at now.” DAY 4 — Behind the Scenes (Quiet Content) Option A (Sports): Behind-the-scenes of practice or recovery Text: “This part never makes the highlight tape.” Option B (Lifestyle): A day in the life (short clips, no talking) Option C (Interest-Based): Show something you care about outside sports (fashion, music, food, faith, fitness, art, gaming, etc.) DAY 5 — Advice Without Preaching Option A (Sports): “If you play ___, stop doing this.” Option B (Lifestyle): “One habit that’s helped me stay consistent.” Option C (Perspective): “What I wish I knew earlier.” DAY 6 — Motivation Without the Speech

You don’t rise to the occasion… you fall to the level of your training. That’s true in sports. And it’s just as true in life after sports. Championships aren’t won on game day, they’re won in the habits, preparation, discipline, and mindset built long before the spotlight. The same applies to: ✔ Career transitions ✔ Interviews ✔ Networking ✔ Entrepreneurship ✔ Life after the jersey comes off If you don’t train for life beyond the game, you’ll fall back on uncertainty instead of confidence. At Starters Initiative, we help athletes train for the next level. Professionally, mentally, and financially so when opportunity shows up, you’re already ready. Because preparation isn’t optional… it’s the difference between potential and performance. #StartersInitiative #WinningWednesday #AthleteDevelopment #LifeAfterSports #BuiltNotBorn #DisciplineWins

Your discipline, leadership, and work ethic don’t disappear when the game ends, they just need a new arena. The same habits that helped you show up early, push through adversity, and lead under pressure are the exact traits employers, entrepreneurs, and organizations look for. The challenge isn’t losing those skills, it’s learning how to translate them. When you learn how to communicate your value, build relationships, and apply your mindset beyond sports, opportunity multiplies. The game may end….Your preparation doesn’t! Instagram - @starters_initiative @https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrelsimsjr?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_app