The master's thesis examines the role of sport in career development, with an emphasis on sport as a leisure activity. The purpose of the research is to understand how participation in sport influences the development of discipline, teamwork, leadership skills, resilience, personal growth, and effective time management, while also exploring its impact on shaping values and behavioral traits such as reducing procrastination, all of which affect an individual's career development. The thesis is structured into theoretical and empirical sections. The first addresses competencies gained through sport and their impact on career development, including concepts of personal mastery and professional expertise. It also discusses the phenomenon of dual careers, where individuals balance sporting and professional careers, and the challenges and opportunities this brings. In the empirical section, a qualitative study was conducted using 12 semi-structured interviews. The findings show that sport positively influences an individual's cognitive, emotional, and social development, strengthens work habits, discipline, and teamwork, and develops important transferable skills such as leadership, problem-solving, and time management. The main conclusion of the thesis is that participation in sport is an important factor in the holistic development of an individual, as it not only improves physical fitness but also significantly contributes to the development of transferable skills and competencies that are key to a successful career and personal growth.
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