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6 Ways to Rock Your First Entry-Level Athletic Training Job After Graduation

Allison Strickland
3 min readJun 1, 2022

This career advice will help you make the most of your first entry-level athletic training job in the ‘real world.’

Congrats! The four years you spent in school (or more for our new post-professional crew) have culminated in your brand-new diploma. Even better, you got your first job offer signed, sealed, and delivered. And it’s one you’re actually excited about!

Count yourself among the lucky ones. While the economy and the job market have improved over the past few years, many recent college grads still struggle to find full-time jobs in their fields.

Don’t go into the ‘real world’ blind. There’s plenty of info here to get you started on your professional journey.

Get ready for your first day.

Remember how important it was to make the right first impression during each job interview? It’s equally important to make a great first impression with your new colleagues.

Create a plan for your first 90 days on the job.

Many employers view a new hire’s first 90 days at the company as an extension of the interview process. Your manager is probably still feeling you out, and you are also likely doing the same, making sure this hiring decision was the…

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Allison Strickland
Allison Strickland

Written by Allison Strickland

Healthcare provider, boy mom, distance runner. Expert in creating online courses, web design, and copywriting. Visit sheahawksolutions.com or atstudybuddy.com

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