Hear from Cristi Bartlett, Assistant AD and Director of Olympic Strength and Conditioning at NC State University on her path through the professional ranks from student to department head. Cristi talks to NSCA Coaching and Sport Science Program Manager, Eric McMahon, about making moves in the field, seeking opportunities for growth, the current state of strength and conditioning coach salaries, and other areas we can improve as a profession.

Connect with Cristi on Instagram: @bartlettc42| Find Eric on Instagram: @ericmcmahoncscs or Twitter: @ericmcmahoncscs