In this episode, the podcast welcomes Dean Janikowski, a dedicated WSU football player. Dean not only discusses his passion for football but also shares his experiences as a creator, fundraiser, student, and business enthusiast. He reveals how he uses unique methods like working with a mental coach to improve his performance in the field, highlighting the importance of mental strength in an athlete's career. He is also a passionate creator and enjoys filming, which came in handy since the launch of NIL rules. Dean is actively involved in fundraising, running a foundation named 'Heather Janikowski Foundation'. This foundation, started in honor of his late mother, contributes to cancer patients in local communities. He advocates for the positive influence of NIL in athletes’ lives, especially college athletes. Dean talks about balancing time between sport, academic activities, and the foundation. Lastly, he emphasizes the closeness and support found within the WSU community, advocating it as a significant reason for potential students to choose WSU.   00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction 00:46 Dean's Journey to WSU 02:05 The Life of a Kicker 03:51 Dean as a Creator 05:32 Navigating the NIL Landscape 08:09 The Heather Janikowski Foundation 09:47 Balancing School, Sports, and Philanthropy 11:57 Dean's Future Plans 21:28 The WSU Experience and Community 23:14 Rapid Fire Questions 24:55 Conclusion and Contact Information   Leave a 5-star review on iTunes or Spotify!   Links:  https://deanjanikowski.com/https://hj.foundation/ IG: @deanjanikowski TW: @deanojanikowski TikTok: @dean.janikowski   Find out more about our community via the CougsFirst! website:  https://www.cougsfirst.org/    Want to find all of the CougsFirst! businesses? Checkout our directory https://cougsfirst.org/cougsfirst-businesses/    Connect with us on social media: Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cougsfirst/  Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/cougsfirst/ Tweet us: https://twitter.com/CougsFirst Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cougsfirst  Checkout our videos on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCi0dcpwZLRSu7gFOxpVGMlw 

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