If I Knew Then What I Know Now
Life Skills Strategies for Success
from Today's Student-Athlete Leaders
"If I Knew Then What I Know Now is exceptional. Based on my experiences, it is what any student-athlete needs to know. I also found P-Factor Analysis powerful and easy to apply. This is an important and essential book for any student-athlete. I absolutely recommend it!" -- Jackie Joyner Kersee, Olympic Champion
Overview
The book student-athletes, coaches, parents and teachers have been waiting for!
We have interviewed hundreds of student-athletes in the 5 areas of CHAMPS/Life Skills: Academics, Athletics, Personal Development (including Health and Wellness, Leadership and Character and Essential Life Skills), Career Development and Service. The book covers a wide range of topics. The assessment section at the end of the chapters has specific questions with regard to that area and a "Game Plan" section. P-Factor-Analysis looks at 7 "P"s with regard to specific success in Life Skills. The foreword is by Dr.Cedric Dempsey, former NCAA President. This book combines the foundation of success with the practical applications and shared experiences of student-athletes to provide an opportunity for a personalized approach. Unique, motivational and educational...a "masterpiece!".
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Topics Covered:
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Time management
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Study Skills
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The importance of good nutrition
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Leadership
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Transferable Skills
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Goal setting
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Creating a balanced experience
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Managing your money
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Life in the dorms
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Injuries
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Doing well your freshman year
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Dealing with stress
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Communication skills
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MUCH MORE!!
P-Factor Analysis
Just as athletics can be broken down into various aspects (mental, physical, emotional, strategic, technical, etc,) so can CHAMPS/Life Skills. There are 7 essential areas that when assessed, can help determine a person's ultimate success. Each chapter has specific P-Factor examples and questions with regard to each CHAMPS area. The 7 “P’s” include:
Personalization
Setting goals and strategies to achieve them; determining priorities; taking initiative; building a positive support system and circle of influence; daily choices; self-responsibility and discipline; courage in defining moments; communication skills.
Preparation
Developing a skill set; preparation (based on priorities) for day-to-day tasks and over time; implementing strategies; time management; organization/planning; attention to detail; going above and beyond; quality time; gaining experience; developing capacity in physical, emotional, mental and spiritual component.
Process
Day-to-day actions and behaviors, and over time, in relation to goals and congruent with stated values and priorities; being fully engaged; staying focused on present task and relevant cues; practicing skills; looking at “how” you do, what you do; consistency in the fundamental process.
Problem Solving
Analyzing root of problem; asking for help early if you need it; utilizing campus/ICA resources, enlisting help of support system; examining/reassessing your strategies, approach and daily process. Developing and identifying options (Plan B); seeking win-win solutions with respect, cooperation, communication, commitment.
Persistence
Staying committed and focused on goals; being determined; being resilient; working through difficult and challenging times.
Perspective
Confirming/reassessing assumptions; seeing the big picture; being open to other points of view; looking at frame of reference and interpretation of events; learning from each experience; having a positive attitude.
Pause
Relaxation; reflection; appreciation.
Why this book is for YOU
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Student-athletes
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It's of, by and for student-athletes.
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It's peer-peer advice.
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It covers a complete range of topics.
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It represents all 3 divisions and all sports.
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It provides a great evaluation tool for you to use (P-Factor Analysis).
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It will give you the insights you need to succeed. GET THE EDGE!
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See how your peers have gotten through.
Parents
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Understand what issues and challenges your son or daughter faces.
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Know what resources are available to help in the process.
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Know what to expect when your child enters college as a student-athlete.
Coaches
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See what kinds of things your student-athletes may face.
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Help the leaders on your team develop their skills.
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Encourage your team's overall development.
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Use P-Factor Analysis with your teams for best results.
Administrators/Counselors/Staffs
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Understand issues and challenges your teams face.
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See how other student-athletes have gotten through.
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Discover current issues and have ice breaker questions.
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Use P-Factor for academics and other issues.
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Great for using with your SAAB/SAAC/Peer Mentoring or other leadership groups.
Faculty of Life Skills Classes
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It's specific to CHAMPS/Life Skills with lots of questions and assessments available.
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You can use existing materials and assignments and supplement with what's in this book!
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You can generate interactive classrooms and discussion because it's about student-athletes!
