The Generation Hustle Podcast

GHP #27 - Athlete Life, Healthcare Consulting, and American Culture Shock with Kyra Dickinson!


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Kyra is a Canadian born footballer who started from Toronto and took her talents to Howard University in Washington to pursue athletics and health sciences. Though she had no intention of a pro career, she was quickly noticed by the Saint Kitts & Nevis Women’s National team and brought on as their goalkeeper and captain.

Today, Kyra serves as the CEO for healthcare consulting firm, Persimmon Group while continuing to train and educate young athletes as a mentor and coach.

We sit down with Kyra to discuss her journey through athletics and healthcare, the culture shock of playing abroad, and the mentality of athletes representing their country. We hope you enjoy!

Timestamps:

0:25 - Discovering the sport of soccer
3:30 - Getting noticed by the National Team
7:21 -  Representing your country and pre-game nerves
11:20 - Mentorship and Leadership
17:00 - Game Day routine
18:57 - Diet and Nutrition
20:50 - Persimmon and Healthcare Consulting
23:30 - America vs Canada - Culture Shock
30:13 Lightning Round

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