Have you ever felt lost after leaving sports—like your drive and discipline have nowhere to go? Former athletes know this struggle well. The competitive edge that once defined you on the field, court, or gym doesn’t have to disappear—it can fuel your career, faith, relationships, and personal growth.
In this episode, I sit down with Linzie Hermsmeyer, a self-leadership and mindset coach for former female athletes, to uncover how you can use your athletic discipline to create success beyond sports. We discuss:
- How to transition from athlete to leader in life and business
- The biggest identity struggles former athletes face—and how to overcome them
- How perfectionism can hold you back (and the mindset shift to break free)
- Simple strategies to build consistency, confidence, and purpose in any season of life
- How to apply your competitive mindset to your career, entrepreneurship, and faith
If you’re a former athlete struggling with identity or purpose, or simply looking for inspiration and actionable strategies, this episode is for you. Tune in and discover how to turn your competitive edge into lifelong success!
Chapter:
[00:00] Podcast Preview
[00:38] Podcast Introduction
[01:20] Topic and Guest Introduction
[02:50] Linzie’s Journey & Calling
[04:53] Age Range of Women She Works With
[06:25] The Grit Framework
[09:00] What is Self-Leadership?
[10:59] Athletes & Perfectionism
[12:12] Small Steps to Overcome Overwhelm
[13:53] Linzie’s GRIT Mastermind Program
[15:21] Identity Struggles After Sports
[17:56] Embracing Grace & Letting Go of Perfectionism
[19:50] Setting Intentional Goals
[21:42] Importance of Mentorship & Coaches
[24:42] The Role of Social Media in Identity Struggles
[27:41] Women Thrive in Community
[29:43] Where to Find Linzie and Conclusion
Resources mentioned:
Visibly Fit 7-Week Accelerator Program
Connect with today’s guest:
Linzie helps ambitious former female athletes in their 30s become purposeful leaders and thriving entrepreneurs, excelling both professionally and personally. A dynamic entrepreneur and former college athlete with a background in basketball and rodeo, Linzie has co-founded and built two successful businesses alongside her husband. Her extensive experience as a coach, combined with her training in life and leadership coaching, fuels her deep commitment to personal development.
P.S. If you're just checking out the show to see if it's a good fit for you, welcome!
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