Mental And Physical Training – The Keys of a Champion

by Lewis Howes | February 16th, 2010 | 5 Comments »

Sports Executives Association

In order to be an elite athlete and win championships, you need to be strong both physical and mentally.

Having pure athleticism isn’t enough, as the visual and mental side of sports is the difference between sinking the last second shot to win the game, or chocking at the line and falling short of success.

This is true in your business or your career as well. Staying in great physical shape gives you the confidence you need to take on all of your challenges and projects throughout the day. And staying crisp on the mental side of things, while constantly educating yourself and your team on ways to improve your business is essential for achieving your own level of success.

Watch me try to catch my breath after a workout and share with you how the Sports Executives Association will help you achieve one of the two keys of being a champion in the sports industry.

Want to learn more about the S.E.A.? Make sure you sign up to stay informed about the launch date, and how you can get involved.

What are some other keys to being a champion? Could you fit them under one of these two keys, or can you add another key to this equation?

10 Ways to Land Jobs at Sports Conferences

by Lewis Howes | February 10th, 2010 | 6 Comments »

SportsBusiness 03 (This is a guest article by Jason Kobeda)

The ability to network has become an essential skill for those seeking employment in the sports industry. When I began pursuing a career in the NFL, I quickly learned how much competition there was. I traveled to the Senior Bowl week of practices and NFL Combine, where NFL personnel congregate during the off-season to evaluate talent. This presented rare opportunities to meet key people and I returned the following three years while completing my degree.

These are a few methods I used to put myself in the same room with the NFL personnel who had the power to hire me. These tips relate to football events, but are transferable to other sports business conference, MLB Winter Meetings, NBA Combine, etc.

1. Write introductory letters: Anytime you know you’re going to see someone that’s important to your career search, always write them a letter beforehand telling them what you want to do and that you’re hoping to meet them at the event. It is then much easier and more effective to approach that person and say, “Mr./Mrs. —-, my name is Jason Kobeda, it’s nice to meet you. I’m not sure if you got my letter last week, but may I have a minute of your time to discuss potential internships in your department?”

Interview with Paul Tonelli

by Matt Crevin | February 8th, 2010 | No Comments »

This week on Voice of the Box, Matt interviews one of the most recognized radio personalities in California. Paul Tonelli from the famous Lamont and Tonelli Show is also the stadium PA announcer at Candlestick Park. Paul shares how he got his start in radio and what key factors led to his success.

Interview with Ryan Leong, Radio Correspondent

by Matt Crevin | January 28th, 2010 | No Comments »

This week Matt Crevin from Voice of the Box interviews veteran radio correspondent Ryan Leong. Ryan discusses his role, how he got his start and pearls of wisdom on how to break into a career in the sports radio business.

Interview with Mike Eaby of Westwood One Radio

by Matt Crevin | January 21st, 2010 | No Comments »

Matt Crevin from Voice of the Box interviews One of Westwood One’s top radio producers Mike Eaby. Mike details what exactly happens in the radio booth during an NFL broadcast. Mike is one of the best in the business and describes his behind the scenes role and how he got his start.

#ClicheWednesday: Reaching New Goals

by Tyler Johnson | January 19th, 2010 | No Comments »

It may sound cliché, but I think everyone in the New Year should set out to try a few new things. Hopefully people haven’t already derailed their 2010 plans! One of my former colleagues sent me a tweet last week wanting to promote #ClicheWednesday on twitter that day. It was random, but knowing his use of social media in his job, it was new to me and I thought, hey good for Brian (@GrouponBrianSA).

New Year resolutions are about as common as New Year ’s Day hangovers and football. However, the essence of the motive is a great idea. Typically it is the execution and follow through that turns these resolutions into clichés.

Interview with Jeff Chapman, NFL Statistician

by Matt Crevin | January 14th, 2010 | Comments Off

This week Matt Crevin from Voice from the Box interviews Jeff Chapman. Jeff is a top flight statistician for radio and TV broadcasts. With most sports being so numbers driven, Jeff provides detail about his role and what it takes to crunch the numbers and provide the information to the broadcasters.

Interview with Kevin Lynch, Sports Writer

by Matt Crevin | January 7th, 2010 | No Comments »

This week Matt Crevin from Voice of the Box interviews writer Kevin Lynch. Kevin has been covering the NFL for 21 years and explains his role as well as the keys to staying current in the ever changing world of sports journalism.

Top 9 Ways To Break Into Sports

by Lewis Howes | January 5th, 2010 | 5 Comments »

star5112 (This is a guest article by Mark Washo)

I host a weekly online Sports Management chat as an Adjunct Professor for Sports Management Worldwide where I’m able to invite guest speakers from within the sports industry to participate. Over the past few months the students have learned from executives at many top teams, companies and agencies.

I also have been on the sports conference circuit in the past year, participating in numerous sports business panels. Whether I am sitting on a panel or facilitating chats, I hear the same reoccurring advice about how to break into the sports industry. Here are some tips from recent calls to help give sports job seekers a head start.

1. Network, network, network- build your pro sports Rolodex

One of the most important things you can do when trying to break into sports, is to build your Rolodex of professional sports contacts. Learfield’s Mary Lee Gilliland comments “Job seekers should seek out events and opportunities to meet as many sports executives and people working in the industry as they can. The first place sports executives look when they have open positions, is within their own network. I receive dozens of e-mails a year from my friends in the business asking me if I know of candidates that would be qualified for their open positions.”

Interview with the Player Participation Crew

by Matt Crevin | December 30th, 2009 | No Comments »

This week Matt Crevin of Voice of the Box interviews the player participation crew. Each team within the NFL has a crew like this at work to document every play. They determine which players are in each and every play from scrimmage. Learn about this behind the scenes role with a heavy emphasis on sports photography.