Parisi Podcast 014- Navigating the First Five Years in Sports Performance Coaching

Breaking into the sports performance industry can feel overwhelming — part-time hours, financial stress, and the constant grind of building your reputation. In this episode, Coach Casey Lee pulls from his 16+ years of experience to outline five key strategies for navigating the first five years in the field. From training everyone and gradually niching down, to saying yes to opportunities, asking for more, and leveraging adjacent roles, Casey provides practical, real-world advice to help new coaches build stability and longevity in their careers. Whether you’re fresh out of college or transitioning into performance coaching, this episode will give you a roadmap for turning your passion into a lasting profession.