As we get closer to the Super Bowl, with just two teams remaining, the fans really start to come out. The die-hard fans are wearing more gear. The fairweather fans are being more vocal about their support. Even big-name celebrities make public announcements, giving shout-outs to star players and cheering […]
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Sports Analytics Degrees: Where to Apply to Start Your Career Today
There are so many lucrative sports jobs to choose from. Several of them offer great salaries. However, you want more than just a paycheck. You want a job that matches your personality, and you deserve to work for a sports employer that aligns with your values. If you’re a numbers […]
6 Motivational Hockey Career Tips To Land Your Dream Job
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 […]
It’s Here: Your 2018 Guide to Sports Salaries
When you know you want to work in sports but aren’t sure what path to take, you have to consider a number of aspects. You want a career that aligns with your personality. Your employer should share your values. And you should only relocate to an area you love. […]
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 […]
4 Career Management Mistakes You’re Making (And How to Overcome Them)
You can’t deny it. Everyone’s experienced it at least once, especially when looking for work in sports. The butterflies before the interview. The mindless scroll through job boards. The shrug when you hear back from a potential employer you’re not excited about. That knot settles when you realize you accepted […]
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 […]
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 […]
Rivalries and Curses: 4 Destinations Every Baseball Fan Must See
The crack of the bat. The roar of the crowd. The plumes of dirt kicked up after a hard slide at home plate. This is baseball — America’s pastime. All sports fans know the important role baseball plays in American history, serving as a microcosm of our culture. In 1974, […]
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 […]