Some initial reflections from earlier assignments and during the training process
Lessons learned - Although my program was successful and a beneficial experience I actually learned that I do not particularly like working with older clients and would prefer to work with younger or more physically capable clients leading me to believe I would enjoy working with a sports team as the strength and conditioning coach and not a career that would involve working with a more general population. However, I am also unsure of myself as a coach or leader in general. I learned I have a low tolerance for error and an even smaller capacity for patience in having to repeat myself.
Future plans - To be perfectly honest I have no idea how this project will affect my future plans and projects. I feel I might need a change of direction and a less social career that does not require as much interaction directly with clients. I still hold fitness and strength as my main passions and interests but will need to evaluate how I plan to adapt to my difficulties working with people. There are several online coaches and coaching platforms that are successful and pursuing this outlet of training may be a more promising avenue than working in a commercial gym or directly with a sports team.