Mental Performance and Financial Strategies for Hockey Excellence with Shannon Vit

In this episode of the Financial Power Play podcast, host Brett Cranson from Uptown Wealth Management interviews Shannon Vit, a mental performance coach for hockey players and a dedicated hockey mom. Shannon shares her journey from social work to coaching, emphasizing the importance of mental resilience in sports. She discusses common challenges faced by hockey players, from maintaining composure to building confidence, and offers strategies to overcome these hurdles. Shannon also explores the unique pressures faced by professional athletes and the importance of planning for life after sports. The episode delves into the role of parents in supporting young athletes and offers practical advice for managing the financial and emotional investments in hockey. Shannon concludes by discussing her book, 'The Mental Edge: Developing the Mindset of a Hockey Champion,' and her goals for expanding her coaching services.00:00 Introduction to Financial Power Play00:25 Meet Shannon Vit: Performance Coach and Hockey Mom00:56 Shannon's Journey into Mental Performance Coaching03:24 Common Challenges Faced by Hockey Players06:15 Working with Pro and Minor Hockey Players14:13 Advice for Hockey Parents20:54 Shannon's Personal Experience as a Goalie Mom25:11 Future Goals and Projects27:47 Quick Tips and Final ThoughtsThank you for joining us on this episode of The Financial Power Play. I'm excited to continue bringing you stories, insights, and strategies to help you build a financial future as strong as your passion for hockey. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, share it with your hockey crew, and leave a review.Looking to build your own financial playbook? ⁠Book your consultation here⁠. Or visit⁠ UptownWealthManagement.com ⁠Connect with Brett:⁠LinkedIn⁠: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brettcranson/⁠Facebook⁠: https://www.facebook.com/uptownwealthmanagement⁠Instagram⁠: https://www.instagram.com/buildingwealthwithbrett/⁠TikTok⁠: https://www.tiktok.com/@buildingwealthwithbrettUntil next time, stay focused, stay flexible, and keep playing your game!