But let’s be honest: in today’s ever-evolving college sports landscape—conference realignment, commercialization, and now the House settlement—it’s getting harder and harder to truly unplug.
In fact, in a recent study we conducted with 12 former college coaches, nearly all participants shared how challenging it is to take time off, even during the “slow” summer months. This challenge ultimately led to some experiencing high levels of burnout and leaving the industry. So, before you cancel that beach trip or push pause on time away, let’s take a moment to talk about the long-term impact of constant overwork—not just on your staff’s performance, but on their well-being and retention.