About this episode
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 story 02:00 – Why Susan almost became an interior designer 03:30 – Resigning from her dream volleyball job during COVID 06:00 – When the weight loss journey led to a mindset breakthrough 08:45 – Discovering coaching tools that changed everything 10:30 – The turning point: student-athlete mental health in the headlines 12:00 – The moment Susan knew she needed to help athletes 13:45 – The $21K life coaching certification (and why it was worth it) 15:30 – How her academic background tied into athlete development 18:00 – Why she didn’t end up working in athletic departments 19:30 – Coaching, club roles, motherhood, and staying in the game 21:00 – Why mindset work and recruiting go hand in hand 23:30 – The mission of NXTVB: it’s not just about getting recruited 24:30 – The real reward: becoming the version of you who can do hard things 26:00 – What to expect on this podcast moving forward 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.