Original career strategy guides for working in sports
Six in-depth guides covering the practical realities of breaking into and growing a career in professional sports — from your first sales-academy interview through long-term trajectory. Written from a practitioner perspective.
How to Land a Sports Job
Strategy guide for breaking into the sports industry. Why being a fan isn't enough, becoming a subject-matter expert, and standing out in a hyper-competitive job market.
Resume Tips
What sports hiring managers actually look for in résumés. The action + context + result formula. Tailoring per role. Common mistakes that get applications rejected.
Networking Guide
Building connections in sports. Using LinkedIn strategically, adding value before asking for it, and turning handshakes into relationships that lead to opportunities.
Interview Prep
How to interview as a subject-matter expert in sports business. Researching the organization, preparing STAR stories, asking great questions, and standing out in the final round.
Salary Guide
Compensation expectations across departments and levels in the sports industry. Entry-level, mid-level, director, VP. Why sports betting companies pay closer to tech rates. Negotiation tips.
Career Paths
Long-term trajectories within the sports industry. Typical promotion timelines, the role of turnover, the long-hours reality, and what happens to people who stay versus leave.