Episodes
153. (Client Interview) w/ Shea "Butter" Harrison
Jan. 10, 2022
We’d like to introduce you all to Shea Harrison aka “Butter”. Shea was born and raised in El Cerrito, CA which sits just 13 miles east of San Francisco and now resides in sunny San Diego. At 27 years old he is still as chari…
152. Instagram Live w/ @dustymattison
Jan. 6, 2022
*Copied from @dustymattison on Instagram: @tajdashaun is an Athlete Transition Coach and host of the podcast Thrive After Sports. His passion is helping athletes transition from their time wearing the jersey to the “career w…
151. Discussing the "Athlete Transition Study" w/ Dr. Daniel Zimet
Jan. 3, 2022
Dr. Daniel Zimet has been in Private Practice as a Licensed Psychologist and Sport Psychologist (CMPC, Certified Mental Performance Coach) in Howard County, Maryland, for 20-years. His clinical work focuses on young adults, …
150. (Client Interview) Former Auburn Gymnast, Abby Hood
Dec. 29, 2021
More scholarships are available through Athletes Soul! If you're a former athlete (or know a former athlete) who's struggling to adapt to life after the game, reach out to me directly at taj@tajdashaun.com or contact Athlete…
149. Recent Updates + Thrive After Sports 2022 Game Plan (Solo Episode)
Dec. 17, 2021
Thank you for your listening! Connect with me at https://www.tajdashaun.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tajdashaun/ Instagram: @tajdashaun YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdQgi_hDXaP5-6OtX_Nyf4A #thrivea…
148. Reducing the Risk of Post-Sport Burnout | Athletes Soul "2021 Feed the Soul Summit"
Nov. 1, 2021
The annual virtual Feed the Soul summit is for sport coaches and support staff. Our focus is on athlete development & wellness, emotional health, education and career preparation and identity and athletic retirement. You can…
147. The Weight Room Podcast | Hosted by Daniel Volz
Oct. 28, 2021
There are a ton of athletes out there, maybe you're one of them, who have dedicated their life to their sport. They have spent hours physically training, practicing, studying film, etc. to optimize their potential to get to …
146. A Frugal Athlete Podcast | Hosted by Amobi Okugo
Oct. 25, 2021
In this episode, we interview Taj Dashaun. Taj Dashaun is a former Division-1 college football player for Stony Brook University. When his football career ended, Taj struggled heavily with depression. Because he was so focus…
145. Eden Mahina | Director of Player Academic Development at University of Oregon
Oct. 21, 2021
Thanks for tuning in! Watch the full interview on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/CsP4qhayJng Connect with Eden on Twitter @E_Mahina51 Order my new book, "Thrive After Sports" here! http://www.thriveaftersportsbook.com/ Conne…
144. "The Keep It up Show" Hosted by Sebastian Eguiluz
Oct. 18, 2021
Today we have as a guest Taj Dashaun, a motivational coach specialized in helping athletes take the next step once they have retired from practicing sport. We will speak with Taj about misunderstandings of the athlete's life…
143. "Money Talks" w/ Juwan Rohan
Oct. 11, 2021
Juwan Rohan is a progressive entrepreneur from the Bay Area. ‘Progressive,’ meaning he is continuing to grow his businesses and learn so that he can OWN and not be owned. Juwan graduated from Colorado College with a bachelor…
142. Athlete Network Compilation (Solo Episode)
Oct. 7, 2021
Athlete Network is rolling out a new program to provide transition support to the current and former athletes on their platform. I'm honored to partner with their organization as an affiliated transition coach! Learn more ab…
141. "Male to Man to Mentor" w/ Christopher M. Houston
Sept. 30, 2021
From a broad mixture of professional and ministerial experience, Christopher Houston addresses the issues that perpetually threaten a male's ability to discover and fulfill his God-given potential. "Male to Man to Mentor" of…
140. Instagram Live w/ Athletes for CARE
Sept. 27, 2021
Athletes For CARE (A4C) is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to creating a community where athletes can find support, opportunity and purpose in life after a career in sports. We are an organization founded by a group …
139. "Cultivating Clarity" (Solo Episode)
Sept. 14, 2021
Thank you for your support! Connect with me at https://www.tajdashaun.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tajdashaun/ Instagram: @tajdashaun Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/coachtajdashaun YouTube: https://www.yout…
138. The Official "Athlete to Entrepreneur" Book Launch!
Sept. 9, 2021
I'm excited to announce 🗣 the Official Book Launch for Athlete to Entrepreneur! 🎉 These driven, successful entrepreneurs have collaborated and co-authored an amazing book 📚 that is designed to make an impact. Our Athletes tu…
137. "Trash Sports Takes" Podcast w/ Taj Dashaun
Aug. 30, 2021
Trash Sports Takes Episode #18: Guest: Taj Dashaun Former Cornerback and Safety at Stony Brook University. Author of "Thrive After Sports". Athlete Career Transition Coach. Host of Thrive After Sports Podcast. We discuss men…
136. "The Highly Sensitive Athlete" w/ Madeline Barlow, PhD
Aug. 26, 2021
Madeline Barlow, PhD, dedicated 14 years to the sport of swimming, leaving her with a deep understanding of the mental side of sport—from the most magical moments to the darkest disappointments. As a doctoral student in Exer…
135. "Business Mindset & Mental Fitness" w/ MentalFitness.CARE Founder, Danny White
Aug. 23, 2021
About www.MentalFitness.CARE: We are the unifying platform for Athlete Mental Health. Teaming up with Athletes and Mental Fitness professionals to create authentic connections between Providers and Patients. Leveraging real-…
134. "Rebranded Athlete" w/ Dr. Sarah Lepe
Aug. 9, 2021
Rebranded Athlete was founded by Dr. Sarah Lepe who is a former Division I Cal State University, Fullerton Volleyball Alumni. Athletics played a tremendous role throughout Sarah’s life and especially in pursuing her career g…
133. "Athlete to Entrepreneur 10" (July 2021) w/ Marlene Holmes, Cory Camp & Kehinde Aragbaye
Aug. 5, 2021
It’s no secret that athletes make great entrepreneurs. The skills we acquired during our years of competition prepared us for the intense level of discipline, personal development, and follow-through that it takes to win in …
132. Mental Fitness MASTERMIND | Athlete Mental Health Podcast Hosted by Danny White
July 26, 2021
Danny White from www.MentalFitness.CARE sits down with Taj Dashaun, Athlete Transition Specialist and Business Coach to discuss Athlete Mental Health. Taj's Story: When I first stepped away from the game I love, I struggled …
131. Isidro Fortuna | Director of Life Skills at Stony Brook University
July 19, 2021
Isidro “Izzy” Fortuna is the director of life skills for Stony Brook Athletics. The Life Skills Department’s mission includes providing career and professional development to student-athletes, fostering connections with alum…
130. "More Equity for Athletes" w/ Emmanuel Miot, Rachel Maeng-Brown & Justin Burns
July 12, 2021
Have you ever heard the term "Social Entrepreneurship"? I hadn't either until I met Social Aim founder, Emmanuel Miot. Emmanuel and his team are on a mission to connect and provide resources for entrepreneurs who are focused…