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Podcast: Physical Activity Researcher
Episode: /Highlights/ Inside the Bubble: Examining the Impact of Organizational Culture on Youth Athletes’ Career Development - Dr Aku Nikander (Pt 2) - Meaningful Sport Series
Description: In today's episode, we continue our conversation with Dr. Aku Nikander, delving into the challenges faced by young athletes in their career journeys. Aku shares his findings on the role of sport organizations in shaping the aspirations and possibilities of youth athletes. Specifically, we uncover the impact of organizational culture and the tensions that arise when implementing a dual career approach in a talent development environment.
The conversation focuses on Aku's case study in a talent development environment that has been in existence for decades. Informed by the European Commission's dual career guidelines and the broader movement...