BEYOND THE PLAYBOOK

(3-DAY RETREAT)

The Athlete's Guide to Influence & Impact

7/11-13/25 in Lincoln City, OR

About Alex

Alex Molden, a former NFL standout and University of Oregon Hall of Famer, now empowers professionals and athletes through his motivational speaking, coaching, and authorship. Drawing from his eight-year NFL career and leadership framework—**Alignment, Assignment, and Adjustment**—Alex helps individuals discover their purpose, create actionable plans, and develop resilience to overcome challenges. His book, The Ultimate Playbook for Athletes, focuses on leadership and personal growth, resonating deeply with corporate leaders and athletes alike.

About the Retreat

At the retreat, 12-15 athletes will have plenty of opportunities to connect with peers from diverse sports backgrounds. Gaining different perspectives on leadership, mental health, culture, and life after sports is essential for seeing the bigger picture as a collegiate athlete.

What you will learn

Identity Outside of Sport

Build your identity beyond the uniform so you're ready for the next chapter, whether in sport or life. Your identity is different from your identifiers.

Leadership=Influence

There are 10 different influencers that determine whether people will follow you or run away from you. We are ALL leaders, but it is our character that dictates how we lead, not whether we lead.

EQ & Mental Health

Emotional intelligence helps athletes manage pressure, build strong relationships, and make better decisions. Prioritizing mental health fosters resilience, focus, and long-term success.

Leadership Development

Leadership development is a continuous journey, not a destination. True leadership isn’t about titles or authority—it’s about influence, self-awareness, and the ability to inspire others toward a shared vision. It requires intentional growth in key areas like emotional intelligence, decision-making, communication, and adaptability.

Relational Roadmaps

Just like athletes follow a game plan, we need a

relational roadmap in life. People map out careers and finances but rarely evaluate the relationships shaping their growth. The right people push us forward, while others may hold us back. Sometimes, it’s not about cutting ties but repurposing relationships by setting boundaries. Success isn’t just about where you’re going—it’s about who’s walking that path with you. Be intentional about the relationships that elevate you.

EQ & Mental Health

Emotional intelligence (EQ) is a game-changer for athletes, influencing performance, leadership, and resilience. Self-awareness, emotional regulation, and empathy help athletes manage pressure, build strong relationships, and make better decisions. Mental health is just as vital as physical health—stress, anxiety, and burnout can impact performance. Prioritizing mindfulness, communication, and seeking support fosters long-term success. High EQ athletes adapt, lead, and thrive under pressure, both on and off the field.

Know Yourself

Words, Actions, & Responses (WAR) have to be aligned to gain trust. The most important relationship you will ever have is the relationship you have with yourself..you have to be able to trust yourself.

Know Your Currencies

Leadership in Action. The relationships, character, cultural, and emotional currencies and how it will impact others in and out of sport.

Know Your Decisions

Decision-making that benefits you, your team, and your future. Using data over feelings when making decisions.

What they're saying about Alex...

Alex provides a proactive game plan and bridges the gap; he brings consciousness to the process of finding your identity outside of sport, while highlighting how to articulate your experience in sport for all future business or personal endeavors.

ALEX BALDUCCI

FORMER NFL PLAYER

Alignment, Assignment, Adjustment, was a tool that Alex gave me to transition to the next chapter of my life during so much uncertainty.
His positive mindset rubbed off on me and has helped me not fear what lies ahead.
He’s truly one of the best at what he does!!”

IFO EKPRE-OLOMU
NCAA FOOTBALL 2x ALL-AMERICAN

GUEST PRESENTERS

Edward LaBlanc

Edward LeBlanc is a world-renowned basketball teacher and innovative mind. He also speaks at clinics and camps nationwide, and has helped write basketball curriculum for several different entities — giving athletes and coaches the secret 1% enhancements that unlock a breakthrough.

Julie Korioth

Julie Korioth, founder of Nui Sport, champions mental well-being in sports. With a Master’s in counseling, she created Nui Sport to enhance athletes’ mental resilience. The platform equips athletes, coaches, and trainers with tools for pre-game and practice mindset routines, fostering success on and off the field.

AGENDA

Day I

4 PM - Check-in and welcome session

5 PM - Session 1: Group bonding exercise

6 PM - Chef-prepared dinner

7:30-10 PM - Session 2: Know yourself

Day II

8:00 AM - Breakfast (Chef)

9:00 AM - Session 3: The 10 influencers of leadership, Role-play exercises for handling conflict, and inspiring buy-in.

11:30 AM - Breakout Groups: Personal Leadership Challenges | Small-group discussions.

12:30 PM - Lunch (in town)

2:00 PM - Session 4: Know your Currencies (Leadership in Action)

4:00 PM - Session 5: Building Relationships w/the media | John Canzano

6:00 PM - Group Dinner

7:30 PM- Session 6: Panel Discussion

9:00 PM-Free/Game Time

Day III

7:00 AM - Movement & Reflection Walk

8:00 AM - Breakfast

9:00 AM - Session 6: “Breaking on the Ball: Decision Making”

10:30-11:00-Departure

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