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This is the episode that explains it all. Why volleyball. Why mindset. Why Susan.In this heartfelt solo episode, Susan opens up about the real journey behind the NXTVB Podcast and coaching platform. From resigning from a top club director role to almost starting an interior design business—and how a trip to Magnolia, a mindset breakthrough, and a $21K life coaching investment led her right back to volleyball.You’ll hear how Susan’s own experiences as a D1 athlete, coach, mom, and entrepreneur shaped her passion for helping girls not only get recruited—but also become the version of themselves who can thrive in life at the next level.This is the full-circle moment, and the foundation of everything NXTVB stands for.Chapters:00:00 – From Dallas to Waco: how Joanna Gaines sparked this story02:00 – Why Susan almost became an interior designer03:30 – Resigning from her dream volleyball job during COVID06:00 – When the weight loss journey led to a mindset breakthrough08:45 – Discovering coaching tools that changed everything10:30 – The turning point: student-athlete mental health in the headlines12:00 – The moment Susan knew she needed to help athletes13:45 – The $21K life coaching certification (and why it was worth it)15:30 – How her academic background tied into athlete development18:00 – Why she didn’t end up working in athletic departments19:30 – Coaching, club roles, motherhood, and staying in the game21:00 – Why mindset work and recruiting go hand in hand23:30 – The mission of NXTVB: it’s not just about getting recruited24:30 – The real reward: becoming the version of you who can do hard things26:00 – What to expect on this podcast moving forwardJoin Susan for a monthly recruiting lesson January-June inside the Volleyball Recruiting School! Become a subscriber here. Or register for January's class all about highlight film here!Click here for a discount on our go-to, and the hands-down best and most affordable Recruiting Tool + Software we recommend every baller has to increase her efficiency in all that she does 👉🏼 PRODUCTIVE RECRUITWant to support your baller in getting her process started and have an experienced volleyball recruiting advisor walk her through it? Enroll in RECRUIT READY: LAUNCH 🚀Need help getting unstuck in the recruiting process? Apply for a RECRUITING INTENSIVE.Connect with Susan: Check out the website: www.nxtvb.com Follow on Instagram: @hey.susankP.S. If you’re an athlete with big goals, a parent who wants to support the journey, or a coach who cares deeply about your players, this podcast was made for you. Hit subscribe and come grow with us.