About this episode
Making a decision about your future shouldn’t feel like pressure—it should feel like power. In this episode, Susan walks athletes and families through one of the most pivotal parts of the recruiting journey: how to make a decision you won’t regret. Whether you're weighing D1 offers, choosing between club teams, or wondering if it’s too late to change your mind—this is the mindset shift you’ve been missing. Learn how to separate desire from obligation , tune out external noise, and get clear on what YOU actually want. Because when your decision is aligned with your values, your vision, and your why—you show up with energy, motivation, and long-term success. Chapters: 00:00 – Welcome: The real reason decision-making feels hard 01:30 – Why athletes struggle with ownership in big choices 03:15 – What most families miss about the “pressure” of offers 05:00 – Desire vs. obligation: how to check your reasons 07:30 – How to know if you’re making a choice out of fear or alignment 10:45 – Staying close to home? Make sure it’s your decision 13:20 – Why loving your reasons = more success and motivation 16:00 – What to do if you feel unsure about your decision 18:00 – “Can I change my mind?” (Yes. Here’s when and how.) 21:30 – The difference between immaturity and growth 24:00 – Verbal commitments, coaching changes, and new info 27:15 – Final thoughts: how to stay grounded in your choice 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 RECRUIT Want 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. Are you the DIY type? Purchase the GETTING STARTED ACTION PLAN (*note this does not come with Recruiting Software OR 1:1 support) Connect with Susan: Check out the website: www.nxtvb.com Follow on Instagram: @hey.susank P.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.