90-Minute Curriculum

0–10 Minutes — The Reality: An Athletic Career Has an Expiration Date

Led by: Dr. Yardan W. Shabazz + Stephen A. Eriksen

10–25 Minutes — Your Voice Is Your Leadership Tool

Dr. Yardan W. Shabazz

How athletes can transfer the communication skills they already possess into professional environments.

25–40 Minutes — Your Athletic Story Is Your Professional Story

Dr. Shabazz + Stephen Eriksen

Athletic experiences are professional experiences.

40–55 Minutes — Build a Brand People Remember

Stephen's Signature Challenge

55–68 Minutes — Networking Without Feeling Like Networking

Stephen Eriksen + Dr. Shabazz

"How can I begin building a meaningful professional relationship?"

68–80 Minutes — The LinkedIn & Executive Presence Challenge

Students now combine everything they've learned.

80–90 Minutes — The Next Season

Dr. Shabazz + Stephen A. Eriksen: Closing

Students will identify three actions they will take within the next 30 days.

This is a professional development experience designed specifically for student-athletes.

It combines:

Communication + Leadership + Personal Branding + LinkedIn + Networking + Career Preparation