What surprised me about NFL “VP of Performance Psychology”

What surprised me about NFL “VP of Performance Psychology” roles is how unglamorous the actual path sounds: usually 12–15 years of education, applied experience, and learning how to support people under constant pressure. Feels like a sign that sports organizations are finally treating focus, communication, and emotional resilience as long-term skills to build into a culture, not just something you bring in after burnout or a losing season.