What does it really take to successfully begin your journey in the U.S. as an international student? In this episode, Barbora sits down with Kim Marsh to go beyond acceptance letters and break down the real strategy behind admissions, decision-making, and adjusting to campus life. This conversation is a clear, practical guide to starting strong and avoiding common mistakes.

Key takeaways:

• How U.S. international admissions actually work
• Why proactive communication is a game changer
• What truly matters when choosing a university
• Navigating safety, and support systems
• The added layer international student-athletes face

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What does it take to reach the Olympic stage — not once, but five times — and win gold at the 2024 Paris Games?

In this episode, I sit down with a volleyball coach who has competed in five Olympic Games with Brazilian National Team and most recently won a gold medal in Paris. We dive into the mindset required to perform at the highest level, what separates good athletes from great ones, and the key differences between coaching college athletes and professional players.

This conversation goes beyond volleyball and sports in general. It’s about discipline, leadership, resilience, and the mentality required to grow from where you are now to where you want to be.

If you’re a current or future college student — especially an athlete — this episode will challenge the way you think about progress, preparation, and pressure.

Tune in to learn:

• The mindset behind Olympic-level success
• The biggest differences between college and pro athletes
• What coaches really look for beyond talent
• How to build habits that translate to long-term success

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In this episode, Atina Kamasi shares her journey from Serbia to the U.S. as an international student-athlete, opening up about the challenges of injuries, identity beyond sport, and adapting to life far from home. She talks about the importance of faith, making smart pivots instead of stubborn choices, and planning early for life after athletics. Together, we discuss building community, using available resources, understanding the business side of college sports, and why every “no” brings you closer to a “yes.” A must-listen for student-athletes learning to dream big while staying flexible for the unexpected.

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