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The road to injury recovery - my story
Like a lot of you out there, I’ve suffered my fair share of injuries throughout my sports career. One of which I remember particularly...
Kirby Falk
Jan 29, 20213 min read
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Why an abundant mindset is crucial for athletes in the pandemic and 4 steps to developing one
As we all know, the pandemic is here and affecting all of our lives, in big and small ways. And you know what? The pandemic's had a large...
Kirby Falk
Aug 7, 20205 min read
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My journey to becoming a Coach - as featured on Coach Training World
"It's incredibly important to me to help others figure out what's next in life after sport, find that passion, and not just get by, but...
Kirby Falk
Jul 15, 20203 min read
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4 lessons from COVID every athlete should know
For most of us, COVID has taken our routine and life as we know it and turned it upside down, like desperately getting those last...
Kirby Falk
Jun 16, 20203 min read
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New Year, New Career? 4 tips on how to find that retired athlete job
New Year, New Career? 4 tips on how to that new job as a retired athlete.
Kirby Falk
Jan 10, 20203 min read
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You’re got what they want – 6 marketable skills athletes should put on their resume
You retired from your sports career and now you’re left wondering…what marketable skills do I have to offer the working world? As an...
Kirby Falk
Dec 15, 20194 min read
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Podcast #16 - Finding Yourself with Kady Pooler
Finding Yourself After Tennis Today, former pro tennis player Kady Pooler shares how she figured it out in life after tennis. We talk...
Kirby Falk
Oct 28, 20191 min read
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Podcast #15 - “Hi, I’m Jenna and I play water polo” with Jenna Gunderson
“Hi, I’m Jenna, and I play water polo.” Today, former Stanford water polo player Jenna Gunderson tells us who she is now (and how she...
Kirby
Jul 9, 20191 min read
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Celebrating
This week our country is celebrating. Fireworks, freedom, sparklers, and independence are in the air. It’s a great reminder of the...
Kirby
Jul 3, 20191 min read
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Careers & Sports Networking Event Wrap-Up
We had a great event on Thursday evening! With some group networking activities over drinks and apps, the crew discussed sports, tech,...
Kirby
Jun 29, 20191 min read
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Careers & Sports Happy Hour 6/27 in SF
Connecting all people sports minded in San Francisco! Do you work in the sports industry, (either as an athlete or non-athlete)? Are you...
Kirby
Jun 1, 20191 min read
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Podcast #14 - What happens to the 98% of collegiate athletes who don’t go pro? With Arianne Heaton
Today, former collegiate soccer play Arianne Heaton shares her experience transitioning out of soccer. Only 2% of collegiate athletes go...
Kirby
May 14, 20191 min read
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Podcast #13 - Who Am I In Life Post Sport? With Fiona Gispen
Today, former Stanford swimmer Fiona Gispen shares her experience transitioning out of swimming. We talk about a really big question -...
Kirby
Apr 22, 20191 min read
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Podcast #12 - What Is This Thing We Call Life Post Sport? With Rachel Quon, Maddie Thompson, and Ann
Today, former Stanford soccer alumni (and former pro women’s soccer players) Rachel Quon, Maddie Thompson, and Annie Case share their...
Kirby
Feb 24, 20191 min read
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Podcast #11 - Finding A Killer Exercise Routine with Emily Clopp
Today, former Stanford water polo player, Emily Clopp, shares her journey finding a killer exercise routine in life after water polo....
Kirby
Dec 2, 20181 min read
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Gratefulness and keepin' it light
It’s so easy to get wrapped up in the stories, drama, and seriousness of every day life. And sometimes you just gotta take a step back...
Kirby
Nov 22, 20181 min read
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Podcast #10 - Finding a Career You Love With Maddie O'Meara
Today, we're talking about a big area of focus for former athletes - CAREER. Learn how Maddie O'Meara, former Stanford University track...
Kirby
Nov 17, 20181 min read
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Kirby's thoughts on worrying
You know that thing you’re worrying about? . Like...having a tough conversation, giving a presentation in front of a bunch of people, a...
Kirby
Oct 31, 20181 min read
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Secret Sauce to Success = Stress + REST
After a game or intense workout, we athletes know how crucial rest and recovery are to developing strength and getting better as a...
Kirby
Oct 20, 20182 min read
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