The following is a guest post by AJ Lee of Pro Stock Hockey. Nearly everything it takes to make a successful hockey player — the right skills, preparation, focus, enthusiasm, and adaptability — also applies to building a successful career. For all the talk in the professional world about “thinking […]
Job Search & Interview Techniques
Are You Ready to Relocate for Work In Sports?
You’ve been searching for work in sports in your area, but there are not a lot of opportunities that really fit you. You realize that the best sports jobs are elsewhere. Bigger cities like Boston, New York, and Denver are home to some of the best sports employers. But before […]
Fired to Hired: How to Find Work In Sports Again
Following his release from the New York Yankees, former manager Joe Girardi needs some help getting back on his feet. It’s hard losing your dream job, and in the world of sports management, this can be a common consequence of falling short in the postseason. However, it’s important that […]
Be the Next Boss Before You Even Get the Job Offer
On October 21, 2017, the Houston Astros held the New York Yankees to just three hits in a 4-0 victory in a pivotal seventh game of the American League Championship Series. Just five days later, Joe Girardi’s 10-year tenure as the Yankees’ manager ended as his contract expired. Now, without […]
Money Talks: How to Determine Your Value When You Work in Sports
This is the first article of the Money Talks series. The interview is going well. You’re smiling. The panel laughs at your jokes and nods along as you share your experiences from your previous work in sports. Then, the question arises: What are your salary expectations? This is a tough […]
How to Take Your Resume From Rookie to Champ Status
You picked your template, added your name, tweaked some boilerplate job descriptions, and started applying for sports jobs. If this is how you wrote your resume, chances are you’re still on your job search. No matter where you are in your career, your resume needs to stand out and earn […]
Stand or Kneel? How to Find Teams That Match Your Values
During his speech a few weeks ago, President Trump suggested that NFL owners should fire players who protest the national anthem. This led to countless debates about the actions of players who kneel or sit during the national anthem. It also highlights how divided the country is. In fact, according […]
Batter Up! Watch Out For These 3 Strikes During Your Interview
Here you are, waiting to be called into the office. You just spent months searching for sports jobs, following a structured job search strategy. You networked at events and online, building relationships and conducting informational interviews. You researched your ideal employers, and that’s landed you here — about to interview […]
How Volunteering Can Help You Find Work in Sports
Work in sports is undoubtedly a highly competitive field. Volunteering and charity work help you grow both personally and professionally, which makes you stand out. People who seek out volunteering opportunities thrive in the sports industry because many sports organizations are devoted to giving back. Let’s take a look at […]
What The Off-Season Can Teach You About Sports Jobs Search
You can learn a lot about managing your job search when you look at off-season sports teams. Just like professional sports, looking for sports jobs has a cycle to it. The job search cycle typically looks a lot like this: Search for jobs Write resumes and cover letters Submit job […]