If you're a talented athlete that can compete at the next level, you can indeed get an athletic scholarship. Knowing that and really BELIEVING it are two different things.
In this episode, Jon Fugler reveals that you may have an upper limit challenge that will prevent you from getting that coveted scholarship.
These are the dog days of summer, when you might be stalled out in your scholarship pursuit. Motivation may be a problem right now. Jon helps get you past that in a hurry.
He first explains what an upper limit challenge is and cites examples from his own life. Then he gives you solid steps of action to confront and overcome this challenge.
Learn from Jon and also author and podcaster Dan Miller. Be a conquerer. Get the scholarship.
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48 Days Podcast with Dan Miller
We're halfway through the summer and this episode is packed with content to give you a push for the second half.
In an extended show, recruiting expert Jon Fugler lays out four secrets to your summer recruiting success. Summer is a critical recruiting season and you want to make it count.
If you're still looking to get your summer recruiting campaign untracked, you'll get great application here. Listen in as a parent and athlete together, then discuss what you'll do the rest of this summer.
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In this episode, discover how to have an edge over other recruits by unlocking a secret that will radically change your recruiting thinking and strategy.
You've probably never thought of using this strategy, which can be summed up in one word. But if you do, you'll experience great progress, starting this summer. In fact, unlocking the secret is ideal for the summer.
What is this secret? You'll have to listen to Jon explain it fully and then hear him give you specific steps of action you can take now. Your scholarship journey is about to take a sharp turn in the right direction.
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The Athletic Scholarship Playbook Kindle and Paperback
Free Athletic Scholarship Playbook Playbook Audiobook
Free Recruiting Master Class Video
Get your free Player Profile Template with the Recruiting Power Pack
There are five things you can do to increase your value in the eyes of college coaches. You can work on those things this summer. If you do, you'll reap the rewards this fall.
In this episode, Jon Fugler helps you get an edge on other recruits. The five things he covers will put you in a class of your own. Follow through on them and you'll set yourself apart.
For instance, one of the things Jon covers is to develop and show leadership qualities. When a coach watches you, he or she looks at more than your talents. He watches how you interact with teammates. If you emerge as a leader, combined with talent, you're moving up the list fast. Jon gives you suggestions on how to develop your leadership skills.
This summer is your opportunity to work on the five areas Jon presents. You have the time, so go for it before the busyness of fall arrives.
LINKS AND RESOURCES:
Free Athletic Scholarship Playbook Playbook Audiobook
Free Recruiting Master Class Video
Get your free Player Profile Template with the Recruiting Power Pack
The Athletic Scholarship Playbook Kindle and Paperback
We can learn from each other. In recruiting, it's always best to learn from someone who has been successful. Such is the case in this episode, as Jon Fugler talks with Brent Hanks, a dad who has one son competing at a D1 university and another one still in high school.
You'll come away with ideas that work. Brent shares the story of how his son was recruited, thanks to the hard and smart work of the two of them. Brent takes lessons learned into the recruiting process with his second son, and he tells us what he is doing to maximize the summer.
Brent closes with advice for parents and athletes. Enjoy the conversation!
LINKS AND RESOURCES:
Free Recruiting Master Class Video
Get your free Player Profile Template with the Recruiting Power Pack
The Athletic Scholarship Playbook Kindle and Paperback
Free Athletic Scholarship Playbook Playbook Audiobook
The clock is ticking and summer is about to be in full swing. If you want to make the most progress this summer, you need to know your next step every day you wake up.
In this episode, Jon Fugler helps you discover what the next step is TODAY, and how to figure it out every day this summer. You'll be motivated to get and stay on the right path. And you'll be surprised how simple it is.
If you're lost in too much activity and information on recruiting, this episode is for you. It will clear your head and give you clear direction.
Be sure to do the homework that Jon gives in the show! it's vital for your success.
LINKS AND RESOURCES:
Free Recruiting Master Class Video
Get your free Player Profile Template with the Recruiting Power Pack
The Athletic Scholarship Playbook Kindle and Paperback
Free Athletic Scholarship Playbook Playbook Audiobook
You need to gain ground this summer in your scholarship pursuit. To do that, you need quick response from as many coaches as possible. They are in recruiting mode with every sport being out of season now.
In this episode, you'll hear Jon Fugler present key elements in beginning a relationship with college coaches. He'll remind you that the first communication is a handshake, not a chance to tell your life story. You want coaches to respond, and Jon will give you tips on making that happen this summer.
Are you ready to put in the time? If so, then you're ready for what Jon has to say.
In addition, you'll hear an insightful question from a parent on how to have the hard conversation about money with college coaches. Jon shares his thoughts.
LINKS AND RESOURCES:
Free Athletic Scholarship Playbook Playbook Audiobook
Free Recruiting Master Class Video
Get your free Player Profile Template with the Recruiting Power Pack
In your race to the scholarship finish line, the key is to keep as many options open as possible. That means you need to maintain the interest of college coaches all the way through the process.
But how do you do that? Coaches seem to lose interest. It's easier to keep their interest rather than trying to win it back. In this episode, Jon Fugler shares four solid actions you must take to keep college coaches' interest long-term.
This is the first in the summer recruiting series. You'll need to maximize our recruiting time this summer. It's the one time of year when all sports are out of season, making it easier for coaches to get out and see the talent they are recruiting.
LINKS AND RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
Free Athletic Scholarship Playbook Playbook Audiobook
Free Recruiting Master Class Video
Get your free Player Profile Template with the Recruiting Power Pack
The Athletic Scholarship Playbook Kindle and Paperback
With summer on the doorstep, being seen by college coaches has to be a priority. They'll be out there evaluating prospects. Getting coaches to see you compete isn't an easy task, but Jon Fugler explains how in this episode.
Jon shares from personal experience with his twin sons, as well what he sees working today. Your summer months are key recruiting days. This episode will get you thinking outside the box for better results.
One of the things Jon touches on is maximizing the opportunities with coaches in your area. What are the best ways to assure that they'll come out and see you compete?
Jon also discusses camps. While these can be ideal to get in front of coaches, you need to make sure you're going to the right camps. Jon explains.
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Free Athletic Scholarship Playbook Playbook Audiobook
Free Recruiting Master Class Video
Get your free Player Profile Template with the Recruiting Power Pack
The Athletic Scholarship Playbook Kindle and Paperback
You'll love the real-life story of Wils Guy, a senior who shows us what it takes to get recruited. He had a couple strikes against him, but it didn't stop him from hitting a home run.
Jon Fugler highlights lessons learned from Wils' experience, which will translate into your summer recruiting efforts. If you're up against tough odds in your recruiting journey, then you'll be shaken out of that when you hear about Wils.
Jon also announces his summer recruiting podcast series and tells you about a couple free resources that will help you prepare for the summer recruiting season.
LINKS AND RESOURCES:
Wils' story in the San Luis Obispo Tribune
Free Athletic Scholarship Playbook Playbook Audiobook
Free Recruiting Master Class Video
Get your free Player Profile Template with the Recruiting Power Pack
The Athletic Scholarship Playbook Kindle and Paperback
Do you want to get a leg up on the competition for an athletic scholarship? Of course! And you have an unfair advantage you didn't even know about.
In this episode, Jon Fugler unlocks your unfair advantage that will help make this summer a powerful recruiting season for you. Jon shares two stories of athletes who discovered their unfair advantages and used them well. The he shares his own story of his unfair advantage.
Finally, Jon zeroes in on how you can discover yours and then how to maximize it towards your athletic scholarship.
It's a fun episode!
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Get your free Player Profile Template with the Recruiting Power Pack
Free Recruiting Master Class Video
One athlete found a secret to landing an athletic scholarship and you'll hear her story in this episode. You'll be surprised by how she did it, but encouraged that you can take a page out of her playbook.
Speaking of Playbook, Jon Fugler shares a video tip from his Athletic Scholarship Playbook and you can apply it in your recruiting efforts.
Jon zeroes in on "making it personal" when it comes to recruiting. This principle isn't rocket science, but so few athletes do it. Make a lasting impression on college coaches by applying some of the eight things Jon shares -- and by doing what our featured athlete did.
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Get your free Player Profile Template with the Recruiting Power Pack
Free Recruiting Master Class Video
Camille Kohtala article in the Bangor Daily News
The Athletic Scholarship Playbook
In this candid episode, Jon Fugler shares his perspective on recruiting services. There are key elements he brings out that will cause you to think about your situation. Whether you agree or not with Jon, hear him out. It could change the course of your scholarship pursuit
If you've been considering a recruiting service, this episode is timely. If you're not sure what a service is, then this will educate you.
Jon shares from personal experience but lets you make your own decision.
And he welcomes your comments.
LINKS AND RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
Free Recruiting Masterclass: Five Steps to Your Athletic Scholarship Dream.
This is a must-listen episode, because you'll find things you can apply right away. And get results.
As summer approaches, you want to maximize the recruiting season, and Jon's 10 tips will get that done. No need to walk without confidence. Apply 3-4 of these and you'll take leaps forward.
After nearly 20 years of work with sports families, Jon's insights are tried and tested. Take advantage of simple adjustments in your strategy and make the coming months life-changing.
LINKS AND RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
Free Recruiting Masterclass: Five Steps to Your Athletic Scholarship Dream.
Summer will be here before you know it, and campus visits are a must. Or, if you're a senior, now is the time you might be making those visits.
Have purpose; don't just look around. There are seven specific people you need to interview in order to get an accurate picture of the school and program. Who are they? In this episode, Jon Fugler discusses each person and what to ask.
Making a personal visit speaks volumes to a coach, no matter whether it is an official or unofficial visit. Make visits a key part of your recruiting plan. It's vital to finding the school that's the best fit.
LINKS AND RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
The Athletic Scholarship Playbook
Whether you're just getting started in your recruiting efforts or you've been going at it for awhile, learn how you can revive your campaign.
Jon Fugler shares three things you can zero in on to get things rolling (again). Like every episode, you'll come away with applicable steps of action. And -- steps you can easily apply. No theory here.
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The Athletic Scholarship Playbook
You can slowly kill your recruiting chances and not even know it. This episode is a wake-up call that will alert you if you're losing ground in this important race.
Jon Fugler cites three indicators that will help you detect whether you're moving forward, stalled or going backwards in your quest for an athletic scholarship.
Recruiting is an up-and-down experience, but you don't want to stay down for long. Listen as Jon lays out the indicators and provides solutions.
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The Athletic Scholarship Playbook
It matters what the coach thinks. In this episode, we hear from a high school coach who has had players move on to the next level. Erik Johnson knows what it takes to be a recruit and he shares those secrets in this interview with Jon Fugler.
It's always good to hear from someone outside the family who has valid credentials to evaluate you and clearly explain what you need to do to get to the next level. Your future is being shaped now.
By the way, Erik coaches several teams at different levels and is also a dad himself. His advice is high-value.
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The Athletic Scholarship Playbook
Recruiting can seem mysterious. It's a guessing game sometimes. It's like trying to discover the truth in some secret world. In this episode, Jon Fugler reveals three clues that will help you know if you're making progress towards a scholarship.
Of course, there are obvious signs and Jon lists them. But, there are subtle clues that you'll miss if you don't look for them. In this episode, you'll hear about three.
If recruiting has you shaking your head in confusion, let's shed some light for you in the next 15 minutes.
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The Athletic Scholarship Playbook
Get the Athletic Scholarship Playbook Audio Book for free
It's usually best to learn from the mistakes of others instead of making them yourself. In this episode, Jon Fugler pulls back the curtain and shares the BIG 3 that he made as a high school athlete seeking a scholarship. The lessons are still applicable today, maybe even more.
Listen in, learn and apply. You'll be able to accelerate your recruiting efforts as a result. And you won't drive off the road into a ditch.
Jon's biggest mistake was a result of not having a plan. Without a plan, he was tossed by the wind.
Jon also mentions his Free Masterclass: Five Steps to Your Athletic Scholarship Dream, available on YouTube.
LINKS AND RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
Free Recruiting Masterclass: Five Steps to Your Athletic Scholarship Dream.
Pull up an ear, because this episode is one you need to hear. Jon Fugler shoots straight, especially with athletes about the #1 reason great athletes don't get scholarships.
Sure, there a dozen reasons, and Jon covers some of them, but he rants about one that is close to his heart. He makes it clear and then provides practical steps on how to conquer that enemy.
Parent, you'll probably cheer while you listen to this episode. Athlete, you'll get a little upset. But, hopefully, it will lead you to take action like you never have before. Jon gets to the heart of the matter and challenges you like crazy.
Great athletes should get scholarships, but so many do not. Let's solve that problem.
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Free Audiobook of the Athletic Scholarship Playbook
The Free Recruiting Power Pack download
Recruit-Me 3.0-- the top step-by-step system to get an athletic scholarship
Questions poured in this week and Jon Fugler tackles them all, from signing periods to home schooling to communication with coaches. This is the final episode of the Free Coaching February series.
You may identify with more than one of these questions and find the answers helpful in your scholarship journey.
Thanks for listening and thanks to all the families this month that submitted questions.
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The Athletic Scholarship Playbook
Get the Athletic Scholarship Playbook Audio Book for free
Bonus Episode and Episode 130 (scroll down on the podcast page of our website).
There's a theme in this week's questions for Free Coaching February. It centers around the strategy of being pursued by college coaches. We look at the inner workings of how parents and athletes should connect with coaches for the best results.
Jon Fugler responds to a parent of a basketball standout at the beginning of the recruiting process. He also answers a parent who wants to know how his football grandson can maximize the next year in recruiting. And Jon also answers an athlete's question about just getting on the radar.
You'll also hear the Playbook tip of the week.
By the way, next week is the final Free Coaching February episode. Submit your question to jon@recruit-me.com.
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The Athletic Scholarship Playbook
Get the Athletic Scholarship Playbook Audio Book for free
Bonus Episode from this past weekend (scroll down on the podcast page of our website).
[This is a Special BONUS Episode] An athletic scholarship can equip you for life. Recruiting expert Jon Fugler reveals why as he clearly explains the 5 steps you must take to achieve your athletic scholarship dream. The scholarship world can seem like a secret society that's impossible to break into.
But it's not. Follow Jon as he leads you through the proven steps that will break the chains that are holding you back from recruiting success. He takes you from the very first step all the way to making your final school choice. Your eyes will be opened and you'll be inspired to press forward.
Jon also candidly shares how Recruit-Me 3.0 can provide a short-cut.
Jon's counsel is founded on three beliefs you must have before you'll see progress in your scholarship pursuit. He lays them out right at the beginning.
NOTE: Explore and acquire Recruit-Me 3.0 at www.recruit-me.com/system.
It's Free Coaching February and we've got some excellent questions from parents in this episode. Recruiting expert Jon Fugler talks about a most effective school visit and how to set it up; how to get exposure when you're getting limited playing time; how to get an honest and accurate evaluation of your athlete's talent level and insight about the "Star" rating system.
If you're like most families, you're looking for answers as you pursue an athletic scholarship. Your questions may not be too different that other families' questions. This is your month for coaching in each episode.
You'll also hear the Playbook Tip of the Week.
If you have a question for next week, email Jon and jon@recruit-me.com.
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