Marshall Hilaman: Through Determination and Perseverance, FSU Football Player Lands Dream Coaching Gig

What was your first dream job? Is it still a career path you are pursuing?

Special guest Marshall Hilaman shares his inspiring story on how he achieved his dream job as a recent college graduate on this episode of Finding Career Zen.

At a young age, Marshall dreamed of having a career in football. Even though his life threw him a few curveballs, he never gave up on his goals. He first started playing college football at Southeastern University, but at one point it got too expensive, so he transferred to a community college in his hometown, Tallahasse. What would be next for Marshall? He wasn’t too sure how he would get there, especially since he didn’t have a lot of money but he had his sights set on playing for FSU.

Despite many rejections to FSU, he finally received that acceptance letter and got the opportunity to try out for the FSU team. The defense coordinator was very impressed but he didn’t make the team. So, Marshall established an 8-goal list and a conditioning program that got him ready for when the time would strike again. Once he got another opportunity, he finally made the team!

 Unfortunately, he faced some injuries that ended his football career. Or did it? 

What got Marshall through these tough times? His faith. He trusted God to help lead the way. Luckily, opportunity presented itself again but this time in Northern Arizona. What exactly was this opportunity? Tune in to find out!

 Career Advice:

1. If you truly want something, you’ll find a way to make it happen. Or you will at least learn from the experience by trying. The process of chasing your goals and dreams will prepare you for what you’re going to need and where you’re going to end up.
2. Stay ready. Always be ready, because you never know when your moment is going to come. If you’re always prepared, you will always have to option to say yes to new opportunities.
3. Make a good impression. The relationships you create along your path can impact your future. Lasting impressions have the potential to open doors you never thought possible.
4. Get back up, again and again. Undeniable determination is hard to come by, and certainly unforgettable. Failure does not equal impossible. Hard work will never go unnoticed. 

• Additional Resources 

Check these articles & profiles out: 

https://seminoles.com/sports/football/roster/marshall-hilaman/

https://www.espn.com/college-football/player/_/id/4684944/marshall-hilaman

https://www.foxsports.com/college-football/marshall-hilaman-player-bio

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