The Background… People who spend their days in a cubicle often dream about working outside with the sun at their backs. But, after thinking it through, those same people realize lifting bricks and doing road construction is physically taxing work. But jobs do exist where you can spend your days […]
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Growth Opens New Hockey Opportunities
Without question, the three-headed monster of American sports remains football, baseball, and basketball. The National Football League, Major League Baseball, National Basketball Association, and NCAA present games that fans love, and sponsors pay heavily to advertise with. There is a second class of team sport in the country that continues […]
Inspiration in Sports Business
The old adage – you can do anything if you put your mind to it – now rings hollow to much of America’s workforce. So many people pursue their dream – doctor, lawyer, writer, athlete, sports business professional, or otherwise – only to lose hope when success doesn’t come. Truly […]
Ace the Interview: Thank You Note
The resume and cover letter – both crisp and clean – were a big hit with the company’s HR department. The interview – properly prepared for – is finally in your rearview mirror. Many job seekers exhale as they walk out of the interview room, head home, sit by the […]
Blazing The Path To Sports Agent Career
Perhaps you’ve watched Jerry McGuire a dozen times. You’ve dreamed for years of being the one to show that NFL star the money. If this is you, then you’re looking for information about how to build a sports agent career. Here are a few things to consider in the pursuit […]
The Best Jobs in Pro Sports Do Not Belong to the Athletes
Back in February, Forbes Magazine ran an article about the ten best careers in the field of sports. The list was created by a company called CareerCast and was based on factors like “physical demands, degree of competitiveness, mid-level incomes, income growth potential, and stress factors like deadlines and travel.” […]
Ace the Interview: A Winning Sports Job Interview
Success in a job interview is oft-measured in the days that precede it. The preparation spent researching the company, forming a ‘smart questions’ list, and recalling your own career successes creates a positive outcome just as much as the one or two hours spent in the interview room. There is […]
Sports Internships and College Credit: How Does It Work?
Trying to gain college credit through an internship? Have you considered applying for a sports internship? Here’s how to find the right one.
3 Ways to Spice Up Your Search for a Career in Sports Marketing
Searching for careers in sports marketing can seem like a daunting task at first. It’s no secret that it’s one of the toughest industries to break into, and it takes some time to really establish yourself. You might feel like you’re doing all of the right things: networking your tail […]
Finding Soccer Jobs in the USA
Soccer, known as football in most of the rest of the world, provides many opportunities for experienced individuals to find part-time or full-time work. Required qualifications vary by country, but here is some information to help you find soccer jobs in the USA. It is important to have an updated […]
