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Listen "In the Thick of It: Naya Tapper on Retirement from Rugby"
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Summary
In this conversation, Naya Tapper shares her journey from a military upbringing to becoming a two-time Olympian in rugby. She discusses the challenges and triumphs of transitioning from track and field to rugby, the importance of networking and community support, and her plans for life after sports. Naya emphasizes the significance of representation and the impact of her legacy, while also providing valuable advice for athletes navigating their own transitions.
Chapters
03:07 Early Life and Sports Influence
05:57 Transitioning to Rugby
08:54 Deciding to Pursue Professional Rugby
11:58 Balancing Sports and Business
15:03 Networking and Community Support
18:07 Articulating Skills for Future Opportunities
20:53 Legacy and Representation in Rugby
23:56 Retirement Decision and Reflections
26:58 Preparing for Life After Rugby
29:54 Looking Forward to New Beginnings
Relevant Links & Contact
@nayatapper on IG, LinkedIn, Facebook, twitter, and TikTok
Nayatapper.com
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ZICO Coconut Water - Get 25% off ZICO on Amazon with code 25PROMOZICO
Momentous - Get 20% off your purchase at livemomentous.com when you enter code PLAYBOOK20
Summary
In this conversation, Naya Tapper shares her journey from a military upbringing to becoming a two-time Olympian in rugby. She discusses the challenges and triumphs of transitioning from track and field to rugby, the importance of networking and community support, and her plans for life after sports. Naya emphasizes the significance of representation and the impact of her legacy, while also providing valuable advice for athletes navigating their own transitions.
Chapters
03:07 Early Life and Sports Influence
05:57 Transitioning to Rugby
08:54 Deciding to Pursue Professional Rugby
11:58 Balancing Sports and Business
15:03 Networking and Community Support
18:07 Articulating Skills for Future Opportunities
20:53 Legacy and Representation in Rugby
23:56 Retirement Decision and Reflections
26:58 Preparing for Life After Rugby
29:54 Looking Forward to New Beginnings
Relevant Links & Contact
@nayatapper on IG, LinkedIn, Facebook, twitter, and TikTok
Nayatapper.com
Follow The Next Playbook
www.TheNextPlaybook.comInstagram | Facebook | LinkedIn | Podcast | Blog
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