As you may know, networking is a key part of entering the professional sports industry. The connections you make at internships, at sports career fairs or with your classmates and professors in college could help you get the sports job you’ve always dreamed of. However, sometimes, you may need a little extra help refining your Read more →
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The Importance of Mentoring In Your Sports Career
Written by on October 12 2012 last updated on October 4 2012 in Sports JobsContributed by Alison Myers
5 Quick Tips to Help You Overcome the Frustration of Breaking Into Sports
Written by on October 9 2012 last updated on October 8 2012 in Sports JobsContributed by Chris McKinney
If you’re still trying to land that elusive first job in sports, there’s no doubt you’re feeling some level of frustration. I get lots of emails that express that frustration such as, “I don’t even know where to begin!” Or, “I got an internship, but can’t find a full-time job!” Or, “It doesn’t seem like Read more →
3 Keys to Making “Meaningful Connections” at Live Sports Networking Events
Written by on October 2 2012 last updated on October 1 2012 in Sports NetworkingContributed by Chris McKinney
If your goal is to work in the sports business industry, make sure “Live Networking” is part of your career-launching strategy. Not sure what that means? Live Networking includes networking in-person at trade shows, conferences, seminars and workshops. Jobs don’t appear out of thin air. You have to network! 3 Keys to Meaningful Connections: #1: Your Read more →
Fieldoo Launches Interactive Football (Soccer) Social Network
Written by on September 20 2012 last updated on September 17 2012 in Sports NetworkingAdministrated by Mark Burns
Fieldoo is an online sports network for football players and agents who want to take the next step in their careers. It is a simple, easy, and fun way for players to promote their careers around the globe, all within one easy-to-access place. Players can create a personal career book and share information about their upcoming games, Read more →
8 Things To Do At A Sports Networking Event
Written by on August 31 2012 last updated on August 27 2012 in Sports JobsContributed by peteleibman
If you want to break into the sports industry (or advance your career in the industry), you must attend sports networking events where you can connect with others who already work in the field. The sports industry is very tight-knit, and it’s estimated that over 70% of all jobs are filled behind the scenes through Read more →
Martial Arts in the Social Networking Age
Written by on August 8 2012 last updated on August 13 2012 in Sports MediaAdministrated by Sports Networker Guest Author
Guest post submitted by Jake Roberts There is no doubt that the Internet, and social networking in particular, has resulted in many positive changes in martial arts today. However, it is important to remember that social networking did not start with Facebook and LinkedIn. Martial artists have been avid users of the Internet almost since its Read more →
Twitter Chats: Great Way to Learn from Sports Industry Professionals
Written by on August 8 2012 last updated on June 6 2013 in Social Media in SportsAdministrated by Mark Burns
The intersection of sports and social media has been an ever increasing way for young career-minded individuals to interact with leading professionals in the industry. Twitter Chats covering sports business, sports media, public relations, and other related topics have become extremely popular across the social media network. If you don’t already have a Twitter account, now Read more →
Why the 10 Touch Points of Personal Branding are Important to Your Sports Career
Written by on June 20 2012 last updated on June 20 2012 in Sports NetworkingContributed by Chris McKinney
“A good name is rather to be chosen than great riches.” – King Solomon There are countless articles and blogs that tell you how important it is to establish personal branding is in order to build — and grow — your career. And that’s especially true in the highly competitive sports business world. But how, exactly, Read more →
iWearYourShirt.com Promotes Sports Executive Association
iWearYourShirt.com is a video production and social media marketing company. They create unique and engaging video content for businesses of all sizes and also promote those businesses via t-shirt wearing and social media. They’ve been in business since 2008 and have worked with over 1,300 companies. I Wear Your Shirt works on making content that our Read more →
The Do’s and Don’ts of Attending a Sports Networking Event
Written by on April 27 2012 last updated on April 27 2012 in Sports NetworkingContributed by Michael Rudd
Ahhhhhhhhh…Networking! Hanging out with a bunch of people you don’t know and making “small talk.” Uncomfortable…almost everyone would say YES! But I say NO! But you have to look at a networking and in particular a sports networking event differently than the common model and the way they are perceived. And since everything I write about Read more →
Top 5 Sports Networking Events To Advance Your Sports Career
Written by on February 8 2012 last updated on February 8 2012 in Sports NetworkingContributed by Kyle Mauch
To make it big in the sports industry, you can ask anybody who has felt that success how they did it. Their answer? Almost always, “I knew the right person.” Knowing the right person is key, but what sports networking event is the right one for you? Here is my own list of the Top Read more →
Thirty Under 30 Awards- Are You a Rising Star in the Sports Industry?
Written by on October 24 2011 last updated on November 17 2011 in Sports NetworkingContributed by Chris McKinney
Thirty Under 30 Awards If you’re a rising star in the sports industry – or know someone who is – it’s time to make your nomination for the inaugural Thirty Under 30 Awards brought to you by SPORTS LAUNCH – The Magazine. The Thirty Under 30 Awards have been established to recognize college students and young Read more →
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