{"id":11745,"date":"2025-10-11T18:54:40","date_gmt":"2025-10-11T18:54:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/coachandcoordinator.com\/?post_type=podcast&p=11745"},"modified":"2025-10-14T17:42:45","modified_gmt":"2025-10-14T17:42:45","slug":"next-move-erik-pratt-gannon-university-coaching-transitions","status":"publish","type":"podcast","link":"https:\/\/coachandcoordinator.com\/podcast\/next-move-erik-pratt-gannon-university-coaching-transitions\/","title":{"rendered":"Next Move- Navigating Late Coaching Opportunities: Networking, Adaptability, and Career Growth- Erik Pratt, OC\/OL Coach, Gannon University"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
On this episode of Next Move presented by Coach Portal, Keith Grabowski is joined by Erik Pratt, new OC\/OL Coach at Gannon University, to discuss the challenges and strategies of pursuing coaching opportunities late in the hiring cycle. Erik shares his personal journey transitioning into a new role at Gannon University, highlighting how family, networking, and adaptability all play a part in making successful career moves.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The conversation provides practical advice for coaches, from keeping resumes up to date and building lasting relationships within the coaching community, to staying present in current roles while preparing for unexpected opportunities. Whether you\u2019re navigating Division II coaching demands or considering a late-cycle transition, this episode offers valuable insights into career growth, communication, and taking bold steps forward in your coaching journey.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Chapters-<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Navigating Late Coaching Opportunities<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Building and Maintaining Your Coaching Network<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Adapting to New Coaching Roles<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Effective Communication in Career Transitions<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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