Megan Smith joins Emma Gunnin and Kayla Razo to share some advice from a young professional woman in AT to upcoming professional women in Athletic Training.

It was an absolute pleasure getting to meet virtual friends in real life.

Recent addition of new board members to create new opportunities for work and growing the board. 

Rolling out mentorship for members.

Wanting engagement and also to answer questions, looking for more opportunities.

Possible meet up at NATA and a book club, 

Created a book club during COVID to help engage, What Made Maddie Run was recommended to read.

We are going to try to find something light for the close of the spring season.

Have conversations early about improvement.

Ask them to regularly meet with you about how you can improve.

Have a growth mindset.

I wish I had someone who came to me offering to help and mentor me. 

Don’t be afraid to ask for help or admit you do not have the answer.

Schedule regular meetings with your supervisor.

Work with smaller groups

Develop strong relationships

Proactively communicate

Take note of the communication style of your coaches to improve the process.

Try to have all of the answers ready.  

Be open with communication.

Make sure you document any sort of misunderstanding. 

Think about the long-term goal.

Communicate with your supervisor often so you are on the same team and they can help you work through the struggles.

That grind mentality doesn’t go away…unless you are burnt out and looking to leave.

Take care of yourself, fill your cup.

I enjoy working out through CrossFit Monday-Friday

I do a 5-minute journal daily.

There is nothing wrong with the grind if it brings you joy and passion.

One thing we do at the University of Delaware is a cross-coverage calendar so we can plan around life events. 

Do you know what you, as your best self looks like? 

Write it down so you know what “center” is for you.

Megan – @MeganSmithATC

Emma – @emma_addisong

Kayla – @kayla.jean5

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