If you are an assistant in player development and your goal is to become a Director, this episode will give you clarity on what actually matters.

In Day 8 of the 12 Days of Player Development, I walk through what I would focus on if I wanted to go from assistant to director in one year.

This is not about rushing the process.

It is about preparing for the responsibility that comes with leadership.

We talk about:

Why being inside the building is your biggest advantage

How mastering your role creates leverage and trust

What assistants need to understand about organizational structure

How mentorship accelerates readiness

Why thinking like a director before you become one matters

If you are serious about developing people and elevating programs, this conversation will help you evaluate where you are and what to do next.

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