While it may appear on the outside that someone has acquired great success, that doesn’t necessarily mean that they are internally satisfied, or that their exterior status was worth the turmoil it took to achieve.
Tom Anderson started training for the Speed Skating Olympics at a young age. After struggling academically, this athletic endeavor felt like his big-break – a once in a lifetime opportunity to make a name for himself and do something really meaningful. Upon hitting various peaks and valleys in his career and after deep self-reflection, Tom was faced with the decision to retire his skates. Without a high school diploma, it took time for him to arrive where he wanted to be. But Tom eventually realized that he wanted to make his passions for coaching and woodworking his full time pursuits.
Join Joanna on this episode of Success is Subjective to hear Tom’s journey of training to be an Olympic athlete, then finding his way as a coach and business owner, even without a diploma.
What You Will Learn
How undiagnosed learning disabilities can affect your educational goals
The pros and cons of being a professional athlete
The commitment required to train for the Olympics
Why successful athletes still need a backup income source
Why and how to pivot in your career path
Learn to identify what sacrifices are worth it and which ones aren't
Connect with Tom Anderson
Instagram: @motsmetalandwood
Connect with Joanna Lilley
Lilley Consulting on Instagram
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