The fitness industry continues to grow, which is why more people are interested in finding work in sports fitness. Research from Statista found that the global fitness and health club industry generates more than $80 billion in revenue per year. In the U.S., a March 2017 report from the International […]
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The Ultimate Guide to Matching Your Personality to Sports Jobs
You did it. You submitted applications to sports jobs for companies you researched, nailed your phone and in-person interviews, and got that job offer. Fast forward a few months, and you’re miserable in your new role. The company is great, but you don’t feel like the position suits you. Unfortunately, […]
Looking for Jobs In Sports? Learn From the Top Draft Picks
Just a few months ago, some of the best athletes in the world earned their dream jobs in sports. The NFL Draft is one of the most exciting events of the year for football fans, and for a good reason — you get a glimpse of the best young talent […]
7 Skills You Need to Land a Sports Management Job
The marketplace for talented individuals in sports management jobs is quite competitive. Because of this, you must have a very particular set of skills. These skills will be a nightmare to your competitors because you will routinely set yourself up for success in job interviews, along with success on the […]
5 Legendary Coaches Share Career Management Tips
Whether you’re training for a marathon, working on your backswing, or trying to ace your jump shot, coaches know best. This is especially true when it comes to career management. Finding work in sports is just the start. You need to know how to build a sustainable sports career, and […]
Why Sports Internships Are Crucial to Your Career
Sports internships are crucial to jump-starting your career. They’re about more than just fetching coffee and sorting files. In fact, as the National Association of Colleges and Employers 2016 survey found, the average offer rate to interns is 72.7 percent, the highest it has been since the peak of the […]
Is Lack of Experience Stopping You? Here’s How to Fix It
You just graduated college with honors. As you’re writing your resume, you feel confident in the skills you possess but realize you lack a very important factor — real-world experience. However, a March survey from The Rockefeller Foundation and Edelman Intelligence found 73 percent of entry-level job seekers agree that […]
Why Treating Your Job Search Like An At-Bat Is Crucial
You’re back at it: sitting at your computer, searching for sports jobs online. For many, this daily practice has been going on for a while. As of January, the number of long-term unemployed (LTU) was at 1.9 million — accounting for 24.4 percent of the unemployed — according to a […]
What You Can Learn From These Social Media Accounts
It’s no secret social media is becoming more integrated into our daily lives. This is changing how we consume content. MediaPost’s June 2016 report found that 87 percent of 13- to 24-year-olds use social media to regularly consume sports-related content. It’s no wonder companies are investing more time and resources […]
How to Land a College Baseball Job Without Playing Baseball
If you’re a fan of the “boys of summer,” but don’t have any experience playing baseball yourself, you might be surprised to learn you may still qualify for a number of jobs in college baseball. Top college baseball jobs for non-athletes Here are several ways you can stay close to […]