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QUESTIONNAIRE

ACCEPTANCE THAT YOU WILL RETIRE © Julie Schladitz 2019 | All Rights Reserved2

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On the following pages you will find a series of statements relating to twelve areas identified as key for career transition. For each statement, tick the box that closest applies to your situation. These statements have been devised to prompt reflection and discussion of the main points in any transition and will introduce to you to some of the key things to consider.

Answer the statements as truthfully as possible. If you agree fully with the statement, tick the box marked “++”. If you completely disagree with the statement, tick the box marked “--.” Boxes “+” and “-” are for when you agree or disagree but less intensely. If you are unsure of how you feel, use the box “+/-.” There’s no scoring of final results, and this is intentional. The most important result is that you start thinking about your situation and what you can do now.

If you are not sure what to score, put down your best estimate. When answering, highlight any statement that seems particularly important to you at this time. Once you have answered everything, these highlighted statements will provide a good starting point.

I am totally dedicated to my sport to the exclusion of all else.

All my friends are athletes.

I will feel lost when I have to stop competing.

I will miss the recognition and attention of the public and media when I retire.

I will be sad at the end of my sporting career.

Being an athlete is who I am.

Athletic Identity:

If most of your replies are in agreement with the statements, start looking at the exercises in the workbook “Athletic Identity”.

-- - +/- + ++


I fully accept that I will retire from sport one day.

I take full responsibility for preparing my retirement.

The thought of retirement motivates me.

I am not relying on other people (i.e., my coach/agent or club/family) to take care of my future after sport.

I accept that injury or other factors outside of my control may end my career.

I know that the change out of sport can be challenging.

Acceptance That You Will Retire:

Burying your head in the sand is not a wise tactic. If you disagree with any of the above statements, take a look at the workbook “Acceptance that You Will Retire.”

-- - +/- + ++

I am fully aware of the strengths I can offer to an employer.

I know what is important to me in life.

My family and friends give me ongoing feedback about my skills, strengths, and weaknesses.

I know exactly what I will need to feel motivated in the workplace.

I am committed to improve my weaknesses.

I know what I need to do in order to feel fulfilled and happy.

Self-Awareness:

If a couple of your scores were around the no column, take a look at the exercises in the workbook entitled “Self-Awareness” to help gain more understanding of your strengths.

-- - +/- + ++


I have total confidence in all situations.

I accept that life is full of ups and downs.

I see the positive in every situation.

I always seek expert advice in situations where I lack the necessary skills/experience.

I consider myself flexible and can adapt to any situation.

I’ve had to face difficult life changes before and learnt from them.

Resilience:

Resilience is one of the keys to success in life. Whatever your scores, it always helps to further develop your resilience skills. Check out the workbook entitled “Resilience” for more information.

-- - +/- + ++

I am looking forward to the end of my sporting career.

It’s up to me alone to decide when I retire.

I know exactly what work I will do after retirement.

I will continue to do sport after I retire from competition.

I have a wide range of interests outside of sport.

My self-confidence will not be affected in any way by my retirement from sport.

Well-Being:

Whatever we do in life, however busy we are, we should make sure that we prioritise our own well-being. If you disagree with any of these statements, take a look at the workbook entitled “Well-being”.

-- - +/- + ++


I know that I need support from others when I change careers.

I have a large network of contacts.

I am surrounded by people who will support me no matter what.

I am surrounded by people who will challenge me to be the best version of myself

I have everything I need to move on after sport.

I have access to a neutral person who will listen to my doubts and concerns.

Support Network:

Make sure that you have the support you need. Take a look at the workbook “Support Network” to learn more.

-- - +/- + ++

I already have all the qualifications I need for my life after sport.

I have combined my sporting career with studies.

I have fond memories of my time at school.

I am aware of the importance of keeping my skills up to date.

I keep myself up to date with what is happening in the world.

I am motivated by learning new things.

Education:

In today’s world, we should ensure that our skills are up to date. When retiring from sport, continuing your skill development will help you through the transition. If you disagree with some of these statements, go to the workbook entitled “Education”, and read about what you can do now to prepare for the future.

-- - +/- + ++


I am constantly thinking about retirement and what happens next.

I am putting aside enough money for my future.

I know that if I prepare for my future whilst still competing, I will actually perform better at sport.

I know exactly what to do to prepare for my career after sport.

I am working with a career coach to prepare my future.

I am actively working on networking, both inside and outside of sport.

Preparation:

If you don’t want to wake up one morning with no idea what you are going to do with the rest of your life, preparation is vital. If you disagree with some of these statements, take a look at the workbook “Preparation”.

-- - +/- + ++

I understand how today’s job market works.

I know which of my skills I’ll be able to use in the world of work.

I know which habits picked up during my sporting career may harm my career after sport.

I have combined my athletic career with working.

I have already worked/done internships at organisations.

I know that I have a lot to learn.

Understanding the World of Work:

If you have been in a sports environment all your life, the outside world may seem strange as if playing by different rules. If you disagree in a couple of places, take a look at the workbook on the world of work.

-- - +/- + ++


I am aware of all opportunities open to me.

I have started to look for opportunities for my after-career period.

I intend to test a few career options before taking a final decision about what to do with the rest of my life after sport.

I am confident that opportunities will present themselves immediately.

I know that I will get a great job after sport.

I have always taken full control of my own career.

Opportunities:

If we don’t know where to look, great opportunities can pass us by. If you disagree with some of these statements, take a look at the workbook “Opportunities”.

-- - +/- + ++

I am motivated when I set goals for myself.

I set goals outside of sport.

When I achieve my goals, I feel good about myself.

Setting goals makes me feel more in control of my life.

I have already started setting goals for my career after sport.

I know what I want to do and how I will achieve it.

Goal Setting:

Setting goals for yourself will help you move forward. If you need help with goal setting for life after sport, check out the “Goal Setting” workbook.

-- - +/- + ++


I have trouble taking decisions.

I often worry about making the right choices in life.

There are so many things to consider when looking at a career after sport that it’s hard to take a decision.

I don’t believe in assessing options when faced with a decision.

Rather than take decisions myself, I follow what others do.

I get so stressed by decisions that I can’t take action.

Career Decision Making: -- - +/- + ++

Taking decisions on your career can often seem daunting. If you agree with some of these statements, take a look at the exercises in the “Career Decision Making” workbook.

Once you have completed the questionnaire, start reviewing your answers. What do the charts look like? What did you learn? What surprised you? What would you like to focus on? What needs your immediate action?

Whether you decide to purchase individual workbooks that interest you or sign up for the monthly subscription allowing access to all the workbooks or individual coaching, the important thing is that you start today. Know that all the time and effort you invest now will help you later. Let’s get started!

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