The Sports Industry is hugely competitive. If you throw your name in the hat for a highly sought after position, it’s like you will be up against 100′s (if not 1000′s of other applicants). So, how do you make sure that when the time comes, your name comes to mind and you land that dream job!
Well, you are not alone. Every successful sports business professional has been through what you are going through. So, why not learn from them!! Below are a couple of interviews with successful sports business professionals where they give their best tip on “How To Get A Job In Sports”.
How To Land Your Dream Job In Sports
If you are tired of “talking” about working in sports and want to take proactive action to land that dream job, make sure to join us for a LIVE webinar TODAY at 2pm EST where you will learn:
The BIG MISTAKE most job seekers make when trying to land a job in sports
The 3X Personal Formula to connect with powerful Sportsbiz decision makers
Leverage Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn to create an impactful Personal Brand
Become the Authority in a Sports Niche with your Blog (even if you are jobless)
Live Q&A where we will answer your most burning Sports Job questions
At the beginning of January, we hosted a LIVE webinar on How To Land Your Dream Job In Sports! The response we received from the over 600 LIVE attendees was amazing. Here are some of the comments we received:
I just felt like I had a lightbulb moment! – Melissa
Best advice I have received since I started applying to get into the sports industry! – Corlan
You pointed out what I’ve been doing wrong in just 15 mins of this presentation – Demaro
So amazing in fact that we have decided to do another LIVE webinar. And, this time we will be spending even more time answering your questions during a LIVE Q & A session. So, even if you were able to attend the last webinar, you are not going to want to miss out on this one!! Here’s the details:
How To Land Your Dream Job In Sports With Lewis Howes
If you are tired of “talking” about working in sports and want to take proactive action to land that dream job, make sure to join us for this LIVE webinar where you will learn:
The BIG MISTAKE most job seekers make when trying to land a job in sports
The 3X Personal Formula to connect with powerful Sportsbiz decision makers
Leverage Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn to create an impactful Personal Brand
Become the Authority in a Sports Niche with your Blog (even if you are jobless)
Live Q&A where we will answer your most burning Sports Job questions
Last week in our newsletter we mentioned that we would be announcing an upcoming webinar. Well, wait no more….here it is!
If your New Years resolution is to get a job in the sports industry in 2012, then make sure to join us for this LIVE webinar where Lewis Howes is going to show you “How To Land Your Dream Job In Sports Using Social Media“!
How To Land Your Dream Job In Sports Using Social Media
So, maybe you can’t throw the deep bomb over the middle for an 80 yd, overtime winning TD like Tim Tebow! That doesn’t mean you can’t work in sports! Join us for this LIVE webinar where you will learn:
How to connect with powerful decision makers at any Sports Company
How to leverage Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn to create a Desirable Sports Personal Brand
How to become the Authority in a Sports Niche with your Blog (even if you are jobless)
Live Q&A where we will answer your most burning Sports Job questions
and more…
Don’t miss out on this important information that could finally help you land the sports job of your dreams!
In all likelihood, people aspiring to “work in sports” are over-looking the sporting goods industry, particularly the retail end of the business, as the starting point for a career path. Retail is where people seeking entry-level jobs can find the most opportunities to apply their sports interest and knowledge and acquire invaluable, real world experience.
Landing a job in sports with an Adidas, Nike, Under Armour or Reebok can be as challenging (and frustrating) as finding a position with an amateur or professional sports organization; however, the need for retail sales floor help is ongoing.
The $52 billion sporting goods industry is home to some of the most recognizable and iconic consumer brands and biggest names in retailing. National chains like Dick’s and Sports Authority, regional stores such as Modell’s and Hibbett, specialty retailers in the team sports, golf, running and outdoor segments and many other brick and mortar and on-line outlets need people who either have or can acquire product knowledge and possess a commitment to customer service. [click to continue…]
It’s that time of year. From coast to coast trainers have just finished preparing NFL hopefuls for the most important race of their football career: the tests where millions of dollars are on the line. NFL Agents have turned over their newest investments to NFL Draft Prep facilities all over the country. As big as the NFL Scouting Combine is, only around 345 players get an invite, a highly competitive niche market for training programs.
Ten years ago NFL Combine training was offered in a few select facilities across the country. Today, it’s hard to find a facility without it. For the biggest facilities this is a $500,000 addition to their revenue stream; for others it is an opportunity to earn a name for themselves in the market.
A lot of action. And before that, a lot of selling.
So, how exactly do you sell a player on moving across the country and putting their trust in you? Just take a look at the principles that have guided me to bring nearly 300 NFL Draft prospects in the door. Here are the 3 principles that I live by in order to pack a facility full of NFL hopefuls: [click to continue…]
The sports world is like a secret society including a language similar to Morse code. Once you’ve entered through the doors of the stadium, you are adorned with a special robe in your designated team colors. As the next ‘chosen one,’ you receive a purple medal of honor for making it through the doors as you become one of the select few to start your career in sports.
Okay, okay so maybe that was a bit of an exaggeration, but sometimes I feel this is not too farfetched.
Since working in professional sports, this might still be one of the top questions I get asked as the answers seem elusive to most. A question from fans that bleed their favorite team colors. Also, from soon to be college graduates, who aren’t sure what they are looking for, but have that special sport twinkle in their eyes. This even includes seasoned professionals who are looking to make a career change. All of whom are looking to make their dream of working in sports comes true. Who am I to crush anyone’s dreams and goals? Here is my exclusive insight: [click to continue…]
Kristen Sonsma has spent most of her sports career in ticket sales with experience in the AFL, MLS, and NHL. Connect with her on LinkedIn or on Twitter
If you want to work in sports, and I think most of you do, I have a question for you: What do you plan on doing in the sports industry?
What company, if they hired you, would be a dream come true? The New York Jets? New York Yankees? San Francisco Giants? How about Adidas? Or Under Armour? Keep that in mind for now.
Chris McKinney is the president of SPORTS LAUNCH™, a career services firm dedicated to helping college students and career-changers launch sports careers. Chris' new book, How to Land Your First Job in Sports: 7 Simple Steps can be found on www.SportsLaunch.net.
I was recently introduced to Matthew Higgins by mutual friend Gary Vaynerchuk. Gary and his team at VaynerMedia help manage the social media efforts of the New York Jets, where Matt is the Executive Vice President. After connecting with Matt and doing our interview, I should probably send Gary some wine or a thank you gift as I’m really glad we were able to share ideas.
After our Skype interview (video below) we ended up talking about personal branding with sports professionals, where social media is headed in the future, the business of sports, and a number of other interesting topics. It was fun connecting with Matt because we just seemed to have a similar opinion on a list of topics. It doesn’t hurt that I used to play football and he works with and NFL team either.
I hope you enjoy this video as Matt goes into detail about a number of things the Jets are doing in regards to maximizing social media as an organization, but also how they are integrating it with the players as well. He talks about measuring social media ROI, how to get a job and work in sports, and a number of other nuggets you will want to know about. Make sure to watch this interview below, and follow him on Twitter @MHigginsJets.
I hope you enjoyed this video interview as much as I enjoyed connecting with Matthew. Make sure to leave a comment about your thoughts from the video below, connect with Matt on Twitter, and Retweet or share this message on Facebook with your friends.
Don’t feel like watching this video? Feel free to read the transcript instead below. [click to continue…]
Our friends over at WorkInSports.com have a funny new video about how to get a job in sports. If you know about the famous SNL routine by Justin Timberlake then you will appreciate the similarities between the two videos.
All jokes aside, the best way to find the sports job you are looking for is to sign up at for WorkInSports and start using their job board. I have yet to find another alternative that can bring you the results you are looking for.
What did you think of the video? Funny, or not? Love to hear your opinion in the comments below.
Do you ever wonder who is responsible for all the communications between players and coaches on the sideline and in the press box? What about the stadium video board and all of the stadiums sound systems? Tom Kansaro is one of 32 people across the NFL who handles this massive job. Check out his interview with Matt Crevin of Voice of the Box to learn more.
If you are passionate about pursuing a career in the sports industry and want to discover how top level insiders got their start, connect with Matt today. Matt provides a unique look into the careers of many sports industry executives, revealing their success stories, advice and techniques you can put to use as part of your search strategy. Collaborate with Matt and start listening, learning, creating and executing your own action plan!
Equipped with business background and sports insider’s knowledge, Matt is ready to share his passion and knowledge with you! He delivers to his individual clients a unique process and format which gives sports industry hopefuls a unique look into the numerous career opportunities available in the sports industry and more importantly how to position yourself to break in.
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