The Work in Sports Podcast - Insider Advice for Sports Careers

When thinking about the history of the struggle for racial equality in America, prominent individuals such as Martin Luther King Jr., Malcolm X, Rosa Parks, Harriet Tubman, and Frederick Douglass often come to mind. However, sports have also been a vehicle to driving American society forward, with key moments including Jackie Robinson breaking the color barrier in Major League Baseball, Muhammad Ali refusing to go to war in Vietnam, and Tommie Smith flashing the Black Power fist at the 1968 Olympics.These acts were met with vitriol at the time, but these athletes made their mark on and off the field by pushing society forward. When Colin Kaepernick began kneeling instead of standing for the national anthem to open a dialogue about Black people and policing in America in 2016, it also angered a significant portion of the NFL fanbase and franchise owners. Kaepernick has not played in the NFL since then, despite being 29 at the time, never officially retiring, and having made a Super Bowl appearance as a starting quarterback. Before Kaepernick, former NBA player Mahmoud Abdul-Rauf similarly sat for the national anthem as a silent protest for his religious beliefs. He was also met with derision and left the league two years later at age 28.On today’s WorkInSports Podcast, we examine the societal impact of Black athletes throughout American history to contextualize today’s climate of athlete activism. VP of Content and Engaged Learning Brian Clapp speaks with Dr. Shaun Anderson, Associate Professor of Organizational Communication at Loyola Marymount and author of The Black Athlete Revolt. The two discuss:• Sports’ role as a catalyst for bringing societal issues to light• The history of athletes, particularly Black athletes, using their voice to drive societal change and why that movement stopped in the 80s and early 90s• The price Black athletes like Abdul-Rauf and Kaepernick pay for speaking out• The effectiveness of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion programs in what specifically?Enjoy the full episode for an enlightening perspective on the impact of Black athletes on society. Subscribe to the WorkInSports Podcast for more sports career advice, and check out our YouTube channel for additional content!

Applying for a job is a competitive process, and candidates always look for that extra 1-2% to help them stand out to a prospective employer. Networking is frequently that added boost for candidates, but it can be intimidating to get started. That's where Maggie's question to the WorkInSports Podcast comes in:"I know you've talked about best practices to stand out in the application pool by customizing your resume with keywords, etc. However, I was hoping you could elaborate on the next step that a lot of people talk about: reaching out to the current staff of the organization you're applying to. As someone who is outgoing and confident in reaching out to people on LinkedIn for informational calls, I seem to hold back when it comes to reaching out after applying for a job. I was hoping you could give some tips, best practices and advice on how not to be pushy, but confident on this topic. Thanks! Appreciate all your help."How to Network for a JobNetworking is all about building relationships. To do so successfully, you need to establish common ground. Most of this is done organically through building up experience and meeting people throughout your day-to-day activities.As for networking after you apply, it is a good idea to be proactive with hiring managers. Showing an interest in the specific job within an organization is a welcome sign for employers that you are more than just a fan and have the enthusiasm to fill the role they are hiring. Here's the strategy for reaching out effectively after you finish applying for a job:• Reach out on LinkedIn (and add a note, not just a connection request)• Choose someone at the beginning of their career as they are frequently more available to have these conversations• Show appreciation for their timeOther ways to network intentionally include:• Pick workers in departments you are interested in• Only request a chat, not a referral or a connection to someone else• Choose one person from the organization, not the whole staff/departmentLearn how to build a network that works for you by listening to the full episode, and subscribe to the WorkInSports Podcast for more sports career advice. You can also view additional content on our YouTube channel.

The late 2000s were a tumultuous time to work for newspapers. Around 2007, social media companies like Facebook and Twitter began establishing a foothold on the internet and upended how legacy media companies operated. Reliant on subscriptions and advertising while facing strict deadlines to submit a final copy to print, newspapers worked under tighter constraints than the new kids on the (digital) block. Important events could happen and be revealed instantly on social media after a paper’s printing deadline, meaning the news was already old by the time the paper arrived at your front porch.Due to a combination of these new social media companies’ quick rise to prominence and an audience consuming their news online instead of on paper, print circulation and newspaper staffing plummeted nationwide, with several local newspapers closing shop forever. Between 2008 and 2020, newsroom employment dropped 26%. In addition to having more resources to start with, the papers that survived found success by leaning into digital content creation and meeting their audience where they are on social media.Today’s guest on the WorkInSports Podcast is Kirkland Crawford, Detroit Free Press Sports Editor. A Detroit native, Crawford is a local success story who broke into the industry as the Free Press’ Web Producer in 2006, right as the shift away from print media began. He has seen the digital evolution of sports journalism and spearheads the Detroit paper of record’s sports content strategy. He and VP of Content and Engaged Learning Brian Clapp discuss:• The value of the Detroit Free Press apprentice program that got his foot in the door in high school.• The rarity of finding a sports job in your hometown and advancing while staying with the same company.• What responsibilities modern journalists have in the digital age.• How today’s sports journalism students can succeed in the industry.Enjoy the full episode for Crawford’s complete perspective on modern sports journalism. Subscribe to the WorkInSports Podcast for more sports career advice, and enjoy additional content on our YouTube channel!

Layoffs happen in every industry. While the sports industry is generally more stable for employment once you have your foot in the door, it is not completely immune from downsizing staff. That's the topic of today's anonymous listener question for the WorkInSports Podcast:"Hey Brian, I'd appreciate it if you don't say my name since this is kind of a sensitive question. I work for a pro sports team in an entry-level position, I absolutely love it. I am really worried about layoffs. Do you think layoffs are coming to the sports industry, and if so, what should I be doing to avoid or prepare for the worst?"Mass layoffs made headlines at the end of 2022, and continued going into 2023 as massive tech companies such as Google, Facebook, Twitter, and Salesforce all significantly reduced staff. These companies partner with sports teams and leagues with their advertising dollars, so smaller budgets from them mean less money funneling into the organizations, which affects the bottom line and can lead to staffing cuts.It is understandable to be worried about being laid off, but worrying alone isn't going to help you if it happens. If you want to take matters into your own hands, following these two tips will help:1. Add Responsibilities: Learn new skills and offer more to help in your current role2. Advocate for Yourself: Show your value, be a good teammate, and be someone people like working withEnjoy the full episode of the WorkInSports Podcast for ways to protect yourself from being laid off. Also, subscribe to the podcast for more sports career advice. Additional content is available on our YouTube channel.

Your resume is the first impression a hiring manager gets of you and what they can expect if they bring you into their organization. So how do you craft a sports resume that make you a winning candidate? That’s what Neil in Boston wants to know from the WorkInSports Podcast:“Hey Brian, I’m a 25-year-old who really loves your show. I graduated with a finance degree a couple of years back and really am not happy in my career. I want to change to a sports career, and I’m putting together my plan to get there. My question is, is a sports resume different from a traditional business resume?”How to Write a Good ResumeWhen it comes to sports resumes, here's what matters to hiring managers (in order of importance):• Skills• Experience (which ties into skills)• EducationSo how do you determine which skills you need for your sports resume? Check job descriptions of the positions you are interested in. Doing so will provide a roadmap to what the job requires and how your skills stack up. Here are some more resume writing tips to get you started:1. Highlight your student-athlete experience (if applicable): the sport, years played, and accomplishments2. Include valued soft skills (with examples from your experience) such as teamwork, competitive, coachable, and loyal3. Use statistics: social media engagement rates, sales revenue, performance metrics, etc.4. Show how you solved a challenge with your actions5. Make different resumes based on the types of positions you are applying for6. Tell a compelling story with your resume that showcases your personality7. Have a resume that clears the Applicant Tracking System and another for showing employers at the interview

When you look at the rising values of sports franchises, the lucrative TV contracts that teams and leagues are signing, and the explosive growth in supporting sectors such as sports gambling, it’s easy to see the increased consumer demand for sports. That demand also means more opportunities in the sports industry, and makes a sports management degree attractive for college students aspiring to enter the field. So what sports management jobs are out there today?How to Get a Job in Sports ManagementA degree in sports management can help you get established in the industry, but it isn’t a requirement. Gaining real-world experience while in college holds more weight on your resume than a single line detailing your major. When VP of Content and Engaged Learning Brian Clapp speaks at college classrooms about this topic, students generally picture these sports management jobs:• Sports agent• General Manager• Athletic Director• Social Media ManagerAll those titles are high-visibility roles that directly relate to the success of teams, athletic departments, athletes, and brands. Each of these roles is competitive, and it can take a long time to rise to that level.How do you figure out what area of the industry is the right fit for you? Researching people who hold the roles that you hope to attain is helpful. For example, you can find a college Athletic Director’s online profile and look at their path and how long it took for them to reach their position. One additional step that can give you a leg up while in college is to check out the entry-level positions (frequently listed as coordinator or assistant) in a part of the industry that interests you and read the job descriptions, so you know exactly what skills and experience you need to stand out when you are starting your job search.

Pushing through discomfort and finding success is a trait of the best workers in every field, including the sports industry. At the beginning of his career, WorkInSports VP of Content and Engaged Learning Brian Clapp worked as a producer with CNN/Sports Illustrated. As an avid sports fan, Clapp possessed a deep knowledge of nearly every sport — but NASCAR was a blind spot.When covering NASCAR at CNN, Clapp relied on producers and anchors who were more knowledgeable about the sport. This served him well enough until NASCAR hero Dale Earnhardt Sr.’s fatal crash at the 2001 Daytona 500. Instead of outsourcing a part of an hour-long program’s content to others, NASCAR became THE story of the day from the higher-ups at CNN. With nowhere to hide, Brian and his team leaned into the story and met the moment with informative content.Today’s guest on the WorkInSports Podcast is Amy Anderson, NASCAR Head of Content Strategy. Anderson has experience leaning into areas outside of her comfort zone. Before joining NASCAR in 2021, she spent nearly 20 years with Fox Sports in various positions. She spent four years as a traffic and sales coordinator before moving into a role handling content and marketing. Anderson eventually rose to Vice President of Fox Sports Content Studio – Brands and decided to shift to NASCAR. While both Fox Sports and NASCAR are popular sports brands, the similarities end there.A national network like Fox Sports serves a wide array of content across all sports, mostly at a surface level. When working for a league like NASCAR, you are leaning into content for superfans of that particular sport who will pick up on a lack of comfort and sports knowledge. With that in mind, Clapp and Anderson discuss:• How she moved from traffic/sales coordinator to an opportunity to work on the content side at Fox Sports• The challenges of working in a sport with a rabid fanbase such as NASCAR• What skills she values when hiring her staffListen to the full episode to catch Anderson’s perspective. Then, subscribe to the WorkInSports Podcast for more sports career advice. Additional content is available on our YouTube channel!

The sports industry is a high-demand field that utilizes diverse skill sets, but the earning potential varies greatly depending on which area you pursue. Kyle in Texas wants to know how to make money in sports and is seeking sports career advice from the WorkInSports Podcast:"Hey Brian, I'm a sophomore in college, and I just declared as a sports management major! I am so incredibly excited, but my parents are not. They are convinced I won't be able to make any money in sports, and they want me to be a lawyer – bleck."So I ask you...how can I make money in the sports industry? If you make this an episode, I promise I'll make my parents listen."What Sports Jobs Make the Most Money?With the popularity and visibility of spectator sports, there is no shortage of aspiring professionals who want to break into the industry. That demand tends to drive down compensation. When VP of Content and Engaged Learning Brian Clapp began his sports career as a video editor at CNN/Sports Illustrated, his starting salary was $21,000. Management would ward off compensation concerns because they could easily replace anyone due to the number of applications they had for any open position.To effectively negotiate your salary, you need leverage. To gain leverage, you need to become irreplaceable by building skills that few (if any) people can replicate. That involves building skills that the average applicant doesn't have. Here areThese five skills that are the ticket to improving your salary in the sports industry:1. Business Intelligence: Knowledge of analytics software, statistical analysis, revenue optimization, etc.2. Fundraising: Convincing people to invest in your team or product3. Social media analytics: Understanding what organic content resonates with fans to further brand presence4. Sales: Being able to sell products effectively5. Athlete Marketing: Creating audiences and building connections between athletes and fansListen to the full episode of the WorkInSports Podcast to learn how to build these valuable skills and improve your earning potential. Also, subscribe for more sports career advice. Check out our YouTube Channel for additional content.

College is an ideal time to gain real-world work experience in your chosen profession, and the sports industry is no different. Micki just started her college journey and is looking for advice from the WorkInSports Podcast to get her foot in the door:“Hi Brian! My name is Micki, and I am a freshman in college who intends to work in sports. Currently, I am working with my school’s football team in recruiting and also with the athletic association promotions/fan engagement department. I really want to find an internship for this summer to continue to gain experience and get ahead of the game, but I feel as if I’ve hit a wall since there are such limited options for freshman internships since everywhere will only take a junior or senior. Are there any tricks/tips that you have for freshmen/younger students that are also looking for experience? Or should I wait it out until I am a junior and have more options? By the way, your content is great and has been very helpful to me!”Getting Work Experience in CollegeWorkInSports VP of Content and Engaged Learning Brian Clapp is a big fan of securing multiple internships throughout your time in higher education. It gives you an opportunity to look at organizations of different sizes and immerse yourself in various roles to get the full range of possible experiences. Beyond internships, here are a few more ways to build your experience up:• Starting a blog/podcast/vlog and interviewing people in the sports industry• Join industry-specific associations• Volunteer for teams and companies, particularly your college athletic department• Job shadow a professional in an area you want to work• Seek leadership opportunities in campus organizationsListen to the full episode to learn more about how to gain experience in the sports industry. Also, catch more sports career advice by subscribing to the WorkInSports Podcast. You can also view additional content on our YouTube channel!

The path to getting hired in the sports industry is always changing, particularly in the past two years. Sports betting is one of the largest catalysts for this growth as the market is projected to grow from 2021’s $89.5 billion figure to over $144 billion by 2031 as more states set up shop in this space.Beyond gambling, emerging NFT markets are changing how fans interact with their favorite athletes and teams. At the collegiate level, the continued integration of Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) has added new jobs. With content creators also thriving in a digital environment as fans continue to consume sports content anywhere they can, the future of the sports industry is full of opportunities for people who recognize them.With so many new ways to engage fans, it is more important than ever for sports workers, regardless of role, to find ways to connect their brands and athletes to their customers. On this episode of the WorkInSports Podcast, VP of Content and Engaged Learning Brian Clapp compiles the best sports career advice from experts working in the new frontier of the sports industry. They to share how to get a job in sports in 2023 (and beyond). These experts include:• Xavier Gutierrez (President/CEO, Arizona Coyotes)• Scott Warfield (VP of Gaming, PGA Tour)• Camille Buxeda (Director/Sr. Content Producer, WSLAM/SLAM)• Greig Carlson (CEO, Hall of GOATS)• Zack Raab (MiLB Club Services Coordinator, Major League Baseball)• Sarah Flynn (CMO, Boardroom/35 Ventures)• Becca Genecov (Social Media Manager, Dallas Mavericks)• Nicole Williams (Lead Sports Producer, Snapchat)Be sure to subscribe to the WorkInSports Podcast wherever you listen to get more sports career advice. You can also view additional content on our YouTube channel!

The COVID-19 pandemic took a toll on everyone in 2020, with its effects lingering today. As with many facets of society , such as financially (both before and since the pandemic), it did even more damage to the lives and lifespans of Black and Hispanic communities.Addressing our society’s disparate impacts on minority groups is the core of the mission of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion programs. One of the fastest-growing fields since 2020, DEI job postings increased 123% between May and September 2020. That trend carried over into the sports industry, particularly with college athletics jobs, where athletic departments have created positions earmarked for DEI on their senior staff. The WorkInSports Podcast spoke with one staff member, Dr. Christopher Brown (now commissioner of the Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Association), during his tenure as the University of Delaware’s Senior Associate Athletic Director for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. We discuss:• The effectiveness of the NFL’s Rooney Rule, which requires teams to interview at least one minority candidate for a head coach or coordinator position• The mission of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion programs• The sports industry’s current level of inclusionEnjoy the full episode for Dr. Brown’s full synopsis of the state of DEI in the sports industry. Also, subscribe to the WorkInSports Podcast for more sports career advice. Additional content can be found on our YouTube channel!

With the end of the 2022 calendar year fast approaching, the WorkInSports Podcast is bringing back some of its most impactful sports career advice from the past 12 months to help you start your job search with confidence in 2023.The sports betting industry has exploded since the federal ban on sports gambling was lifted in 2018. Americans wagered $52.7 billion on sports in 2021, and with that amount of money flowing in, jobs to manage and grow the industry have followed.As newsrooms at traditional media outlets downsized over the past decade (which was exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic), laid-off journalists found they could use their talents to transition seamlessly into sports betting content jobs. For example, in 2017, iconic college football announcer Brent Musburger launched the Vegas Stats and Information Network (VSiN), and in five years, it has become a hub of sports betting content. One of the laid-off journalists from legacy media who found a home with VSiN is Femi Abebefe, who joined the network in 2021 after he got let go from his position as a sports anchor with Seattle’s KOMO TV.In today’s episode of the WorkInSports Podcast, we revisit VP of Content and Engaged Learning Brian Clapp’s conversation with Abebefe as the two talk about:• The importance of his early career years at KTVZ• How he dealt with being laid off at KOMO during the pandemic• What working for a sports betting company like VSiN is like• How to get a job in sports bettingCheck out the full episode to learn more about sports betting content jobs like Femi Abebefe’s. Also, subscribe to the WorkInSports Podcast for more sports career advice. Additional content can be found on our YouTube channel!

With the sun setting on 2022, the WorkInSports Podcast continues to look back at some of the best sports career advice our expert guests provided throughout the past 12 months.On today’s episode, we revisit our conversation with the Los Angeles Chargers’ Chad Jessop, who serves as the team’s Equipment Assistant. There are myriad ways to enter the sports business, and Jessop’s journey into the NFL puts that on display. Having equipment needs met is seen as a given in football, but a lot of effort goes into ensuring a full 53-player roster (plus staff members) have what they need daily. The best equipment managers must have a customer service mentality to tend to the constant demands of their teams for practices, game days, and road trips. In this episode, Jessop and VP of Content and Engaged Learning Brian Clapp discuss:• How to become an equipment manager• Jessop’s rise from the high school ranks to a training camp gig with the Dallas Cowboys• The biggest challenges equipment managers face in the NFL• The importance of building relationships in an NFL locker roomEnjoy the full story from the Los Angeles Chargers’ Chad Jessop, and subscribe to the WorkInSports Podcast for more sports career advice. You can find additional content on our YouTube channel!

For all the effort it takes to find a job in the sports industry, the workplace you land with needs to be the right fit. Carol in Washington is having that issue and seeking advice from the WorkInSports Podcast:"Hi Brian, I’m 25 and have had two jobs in the sports industry so far. Both have been a nightmare. I’m not losing hope, but I’m wondering how I could have sniffed out these bad opportunities before accepting the job. It really sucks to put a miserable year in at a place and then realize it’s a terrible fit and a wasted step. Help. I don’t want to make the same mistake again."How to Spot a Toxic Workplace Before Taking a JobAfter interviewing for any job, you need to ask yourself questions if you get an offer to determine whether or not you mesh well with a potential employer. These questions include:Does the salary meet your expectations?Do you like and respect your potential co-workers/supervisor?Are there opportunities for growth in the organization?Beyond weighing the pros and cons of joining a company based on your expectations, several interview red flags can signal that a work environment is not a good fit for you. If any of these seven issues pop up during the interview stage, you may want to reconsider taking the job:Pressure to make a quick decision: likely to prevent you from negotiating your salary for fear they'll go with someone else.Negative talk about co-workers or previous employees: they will probably do the same to you.Vague or inconsistent answers to your questions: signs that the organization’s priorities don’t align across departments.An excessive number of interviews: the organization may be indecisive.Moving around the interview schedule: the company is probably disorganized.Distracted during the interview: they will likely treat you the same way during one-on-one meetings.Only interested in your previous experience: they don’t want to train you to grow in the position.Enjoy the full episode of the WorkInSports Podcast to learn how to spot these interview red flags. Subscribe to the podcast for more sports career advice, and check out additional content on our YouTube channel!

As the sun sets on 2022, the WorkInSports Podcast is gearing up to deliver tips that will give your career prospects a boost in 2023. Before we jump into the new year fresh, we’re taking time to reflect on some of the best sports career advice our expert guests have provided over the past 12 months.Broadcasting is a popular aspect of the sports industry, and as such, it is competitive and difficult to break into, especially in bigger markets and at the national level. Take the New England Patriots’ Tamara Brown, who currently serves as the team’s reporter/producer. Brown’s journey into sports media began during her undergraduate years at Virginia Tech, where she worked in the Hokies’ media relations department during the school year and interned with the Washington Football Team and various TV stations in summertime.Brown’s grind didn’t stop upon graduating from Virginia Tech. She held rolesacross the country in freelance, intern, and full-time capacities, honing her craft in front of and behind the camera before landing with the Patriots in 2021. She joined VP of Content and Engaged Learning Brian Clapp to discuss:• How to become a sports broadcaster• Standing out from your peers in the competitive sports broadcasting field• Why aggressively seeking out internships is important• Developing trust with athletes and coaches in storytellingEnjoy the full episode and subscribe for more sports career advice. Additional content is available on our YouTube Channel.

As the world recovered from the worst of the COVID-19 outbreak, a new labor market hit the economy. Companies that laid off employees started hiring again, but finding talent required more money than before. Workers utilized this newfound leverage by voluntarily leaving their posts for greener pastures during the following Great Resignation. With inflation eating into some (or all) of the gains employees made in compensation, some economists are wary of a looming recession. That possibility has Jack from Indiana nervous and looking for answers from the WorkInSports Podcast:“Hey Brian, I just listened to your interview with mark McCullers that you published on Wednesday, and I loved your first few questions where you pushed him on what a recession could mean for jobs in the sports industry. I’m a senior in college, I’m going to hit the market in May-ish, and all this talk has me really nervous. Can you help me out with some tips and strategies to help people like me stand out even in a down labor market?”Recession-Proof Careers in SportsThe last time a recession hit (unrelated to COVID-19) was 2007-09 when unemployment peaked at 10% in 2009. Here are a few highlights from what happened in sports at the time:The Bad• The NHL’s Phoenix Coyotes went bankrupt• The WNBA contracted a team and reduced roster sizes• IndyCar’s Detroit Grand Prix was cancelledThe Good• TV ratings for sports held steady or grew as fans turned to their screens instead of going to the stadium• Large market teams like the New York Yankees still spent money, doling out $460 million on three free agents in that spanThe TV ratings side is important in the pro sports space because media rights deals for professional sports have ballooned sports franchise values. For example, the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim, purchased for $183 million in 2003, are for sale and valued at roughly $2.5 billion two decades later.So, are sports careers recession proof? Not entirely. While the high-dollar professional sports mostly hum along uninterrupted, college sports, start-up leagues, and fringe sports feel the pinch with their limited resources. Unfortunately, those are frequently areas for entry-level employees to find their footing in the sports industry. So, how do you get your foot in the door if a recession hits? Here are a few tips from the WorkInSports Podcast that we explore in the full episode:Diversify your skill setLevel up your networking effortsPolish your interview skillsFocus on quality, not quantity, in your job applicationsCatch the full podcast for more tips to recession proof your sports career. Subscribe to the WorkInSports Podcast for more sports career advice, and catch additional content on our YouTube Channel!

No two career paths are the same, but there are similarities in how workers advance in the sports industry. One of the most observable trends is that to move up in the field, you frequently have to move away from your location. That’s been the case with several guests of the WorkInSports Podcast, including James Price (now Oklahoma City Thunder Director of Social Media), New England Patriots’ Producer/Reporter Tamara Brown, and Tennessee Titans’ Stadium Experience Manager Sam Fischer.On this episode, VP of Content and Engaged Learning Brian Clapp chats with McCullers Sports Group Founder/Principal Mark McCullers, who relocated often to progress in his career. After beginning his career as a Sales Executive at CBM Computer, McCullers transitioned into the sports industry where he spent eight years as an Assistant Stadium Manager for the DC Sports and Entertainment Commission. He then became the General Manager of Columbus Crew Stadium and began climbing the ranks with the Crew organization, eventually becoming the team’s President and General Manager. He and Clapp discuss:• How McCullers sees a potential recession affecting the sports industry based on his experience with the Crew during the 2008 recession• How McCullers’ first sports opportunity at DC Sports and Entertainment laid the foundation for his rise through the sports industry• Why McCullers launched the McCullers Sports Group and the value of sports startupsEnjoy the full episode and subscribe to the WorkInSports Podcast wherever you listen. Additional content is available on our YouTube Channel.

There are many benefits to working in minor league sports. The WorkInSports Podcast chats with Zack Raab about possible career paths in the minors.One of the most effective ways to set yourself up for a long career in the sports industry is by gaining the right experience as soon as possible. While internships are a great way to get your feet wet in the business, how do you find your fit in sports? One area that can help you narrow your focus is minor league sports.One of the many benefits of working in minor league sports is the relatively small size of the staff compared to the demands of the business. The small teams require workers to merge job duties and get involved in many departments, such as ticketing, marketing, public relations, equipment, and partnerships. In the minor leagues, employees need to wear a lot of hats, making it a perfect atmosphere to learn what aspects of the industry you are most passionate about pursuing.Today’s guest on the WorkInSports Podcast is Major League Baseball's Zack Raab, Minor League Baseball Club Services Coordinator. Raab is a liaison between every minor league baseball team and the specialists that enhance their marketing and fan engagement efforts. He took a circuitous path to landing in minor league baseball, doing freelance gigs and traveling to Israel to work with the Israel Association of Baseball before landing his current role. He discusses the following with VP of Content and Engaged Learning Brian Clapp:• What drew him to working in baseball• What he did to stand out and land his position• The benefits of working in minor league sportsListen to the full episode and subscribe to the WorkInSports Podcast for more sports career advice. Additional content can be found on our YouTube channel!

At its core, the WorkInSports Podcast teaches you how to sell yourself to an employer in the sports industry. Jennifer in Massachusetts is seeking some sports career advice on that front with this question for VP of Content and Engaged Learning Brian Clapp:“Hey Brian, it feels like 2022 was a tumultuous year for job seekers and employers. First it was the post-pandemic hiring boom, then it was the Great Resignation, then it was the Great Regret, and sprinkled in throughout the year was ghosting. On both sides. I was ghosted by an employer... and sorry to admit, I ghosted an interview I wasn’t that interested in. What do you think are the trends and standards that employers will be looking for in 2023?”What Employers WantHiring managers need to feel confident making a hire, so they don’t have to repeat the same process a few months later. So what are employers looking for when they scan resumes? Well, for one, your college GPA isn’t a critical consideration, as only 37% of employers screen recent grad applications by GPA, according to the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE). On the other hand, here are six traits that employers seek when deciding who to hire:1. Problem-solving skills (61.4% said the skill was extremely important)2. Ability to work in a team (61%)3. Strong work ethic (52.4%)4. Analytical/quantitative skills (50.4%)5. Communication skills (50%)6. Technical skills (50%)

Until 2005, elite basketball players could jump immediately from high school graduation to the pros. That system produced standouts like LeBron James and Kobe Bryant. The 2006 draft was the first that the NBA instituted an age limit requiring basketball players to be one year removed from their high school graduation before entering the draft. This age limit led to an influx of highly regarded ‘one-and-done’ players who enrolled at a university to play one collegiate season before jumping into the draft the following summer.While some players spend the year after graduating playing basketball overseas (or in the NBA’s G-League), playing at an NCAA institution is by far the most common route to the NBA. One league, however, is attempting to change that.Overtime Elite played its inaugural season in 2021-22, and it is positioning itself as an alternative path to the NBA. The Atlanta-based league is owned and operated by Overtime, is for 16- to 20year-old basketball players, and pays players a minimum of $100K per season. Entering its second season, the league has two projected top-10 NBA draft picks in Amen and Ausar Thompson.One of the keys to longevity for startups like Overtime Elite is to build an army of sponsors and media rights deals, and that’s where today’s guest on the WorkInSports Podcast, Trebor Goodall, comes in. Goodall serves as an Account Manager for Overtime and is in charge of building brand partnerships to grow the league. He joined Overtime shortly after graduating from Notre Dame in 2019, and he chats with Director of Content Marketing Brian Clapp about:• What the day-to-day work environment is like working at a sports startup like Overtime• What skills are required for his role• The value of his internship experience with Creative Artists Agency

Sports media has undergone an astronomical shift since the turn of the century. When the internet started, catching a game on television (when it was available in your area), reading about last night’s results in the newspaper (with the occasional Sunday morning features mixed in), and subscribing to Sports Illustrated were basically the extent of the content available for sports fans.Fast-forwarding to today:• Fans can access nearly countless games without a cable subscription.• Newspapers have shrunk, with several no longer printing.• Dedicated sports websites feed a 24/7 diet of content.Thirty Five Ventures (35V), which NBA all-star Kevin Durant launched in 2019 as a multi-faceted media and entertainment company, is one of those new media companies finding its footing. Its media network, Boardroom, covers sports and its relationship with entertainment, business, and culture. On today’s WorkInSports Podcast, VP of Content and Engaged Learning Brian Clapp chats with Sarah Flynn, Boardroom and 35V’s CMO, about:• Flynn’s transition into sports from the music and entertainment industry• How she tries to differentiate Boardroom in a market saturated with sports websites• What skills are needed to succeed in marketing in the current sports media landscape

There is no one answer to how to get a job in sports, but there are definitely ways that you can sabotage your search if you aren’t careful. Lorena in Texas is having a hard time getting her career started and has this question for the WorkInSports Podcast:“Hi Brian, I’m pretty new to the podcast, a friend told me about it and I’ve been really enjoying the guidance you provide. You may have covered this question in the past, but I’m struggling for answers and hoping you can help. I’ve got a good degree, I’ve done internships, and I’m just not getting job offers. I’m frustrated, but even more than that I’m scared. Do you have any strategies that may help me?”There are many checkpoints an employer goes through when they decide whom to hire, and you may not know where your candidacy is falling short. Here are a few questions you should ask yourself depending on which phase of your search you’re struggling with:Not Hearing Back on an Application• Did you tailor your resume to match the job description?• Are you customizing your cover letter for every application?• Are you a fit for the jobs you are applying for?Getting Phone/Virtual Interviews, but Not Progressing• Have you done enough research on the organization?• Do you come across professionally?• Are your answers to interview questions specific?Getting a Second Interview, but Not Landing the Job• How well do you exhibit your relevant soft skills?• What are you saying about past employers?• Are you evading questions?Listen to the full episode and learn how to get a job in sports at each stage of your search. Also, subscribe to the WorkInSports Podcast for more sports career advice and enjoy additional content on our YouTube Channel.

Since launching the WorkInSports Podcast in 2017, VP of Content and Engaged Learning Brian Clapp’s goal has been to provide aspiring sports professionals insight into the sports business and a roadmap to breaking into the industry. With today marking the 500th episode of the podcast, we decided to look back at some of the top advice our experts in the field (no pun intended) shared that still resonates today.This milestone episode addresses what traits hiring managers look for in the sports industry, how to differentiate yourself in a competitive field, the key to advocating for what you want to advance in the business, the hidden perks to being young as you start your career journey, and how to make sports a more inclusive place for everyone. These topics (and more) are tackled by the following sports leaders:• Michelle Andres – Senior VP (Ravens Media)• Celia Bouza – Senior Director (ESPN Next)• James Price – Director of Social Media (Oklahoma City Thunder)• Sam Fischer – Stadium Experience Manager (Tennessee Titans)• Ishveen Jolly – CEO/Founder (OpenSponsorship)• Zach Maurides – CEO/Founder (Teamworks)• Jesse Cole – Owner (Savannah Bananas)• Femi Abebefe – Sports Betting Analyst (VSiN)• Xavier Gutierrez – President (Arizona Coyotes)• Dr. Chris Brown – Commissioner (MIAA)• Jason La Canfora – Football Insider (CBS Sports)• Leigh Steinberg – NFL Agent (Steinberg Sports and Entertainment)• Nicole Lynn – President of Football Operations (Klutch Sports)Enjoy this episode and subscribe to the WorkInSports Podcast for more sports career advice. Additional content is available on our YouTube channel!

On this episode of the WorkInSports Podcast, we look back to our chat with Auburn University Assistant AD for Marketing and Fan Engagement Dan Heck. He details his journey from a marketing graduate assistant at Central Michigan University to his current post running the Tigers’ marketing efforts in the football hotbed of the SEC.Moving up in the sports industry frequently means moving around. As the job market heats up and boards are flooded with positions in college athletics, there are opportunities across the country available for those who have the will to travel and meet them.The entire episode is full of pearls of wisdom from Heck, including:Gaining confidence and exuding competence in a room full of legendary coaches.What the career path is like for people looking to break into college athletics.Engaging with a fanbase outside of game days.Catch all of Dan Heck’s insights by listening to the full episode and be sure to subscribe to the WorkInSports Podcast wherever you listen so you never miss a topic!

First impressions can make or break your chances of landing a job or internship. They also play a role in how you are perceived once you have started with an organization. On today’s episode of the WorkInSports Podcast, Brandal from Texas wants to know how to have a successful internship experience from day one:“Hey Brian, I’m someone who likes to visualize before taking on challenges, it’s always worked for me playing sports. I visualize myself running a route, how my defender is set up, how I’ll break press, and then I see the ball in the air towards my hands … it’s almost like I can feel it in my mind.“If you couldn’t guess, I’m a student-athlete who plays wide receiver right now. I’m not going to make the pros, so I’ve been focusing on my career in sports while having as much fun as possible. I have an internship starting in the spring, my first one ever. What can I start to visualize and prepare for to get me in the right frame of mind?”Listen to the WorkInSports Podcast for a detailed description of these tips and more. Also, subscribe for more sports career advice. You can also view additional content on our YouTube channel.

Not every job is in sales, but getting every job requires you successfully sell yourself to the hiring manager. That process begins when you apply for a job and submit your resume in the hopes that it sells you well enough to get an interview. Here is what you're selling:Your skillsYour ability to get the job doneYour ideasThis episode of the WorkInSports Podcast tackles how to sell yourself in a job interview to land the position you want. Enjoy!

LinkedIn can do wonders for a job search if utilized properly. One tool that could focus your network is the Boolean search. Here's an example of using one if you want to be a sports reporter:"Sports Reporter" (searches for profiles with only that job title)"Sports Journalist" OR "Sports Reporter" (finds profiles with either job title)"Sports Reporter" AND "Boston" (narrows to profiles with job title matching location)"Sports Reporter" NOT "ESPN" (excludes designated company from search results)"(NFL OR MLB OR NHL) AND Journalist" (includes specific leagues and profession)Learn six more ways to get the most from LinkedIn by listening to the full episode of the WorkInSports Podcast!

Today’s guest on the WorkInSports Podcast is James Price, who at the time of this interview, was Director of Marketing and Digital for the Wisconsin Herd of the NBA’s G-League. He is now Director of Social Media for the NBA's Oklahoma City Thunder. After graduating from Marquette as an advertising major, he worked as a marketing and promotions lead for the AHL’s Milwaukee Admirals and a public relations associate for Mueller Communications while pursuing his master’s degree from Northwestern.Upon finishing his advanced degree, he continued honing his craft as a marketing and digital assistant with the York Revolution before landing his current position with the Herd in 2019. Price leads the storytelling, photography, and copywriting for the Herd. His work on the team’s social platforms have grown their following immensely. He even got an NBA Championship ring courtesy of the Milwaukee Bucks’ (the Herd’s NBA affiliate) 2021 title run. On this episode of the WorkInSports Podcast, Price and VP of Content and Engaged Learning Brian Clapp discuss:How Price chose marketing for his career path in the sports industryWhere Price prioritizes his efforts for the Herd’s brandWhat marketing efforts have moved the needle for the minor league teams Price has worked withHow Price stays on top of the latest trends audiences gravitate towardsCatch the full episode of the WorkInSports Podcast for more of James Price’s sports career advice, and subscribe to the show wherever you listen to podcasts for more industry insight. Additional content is available on our YouTube channel.

Internships are a game changer for starting your sports career, but obtaining one can be intimidating when you don’t have experience. That’s what concerns Alexis in her question to the WorkInSports Podcast:“Hey Brian, love the show. I’m a college sophomore and you’ve really inspired me to start acquiring more workplace experience through internships. You’ve made it extremely clear how important it is to start gaining experience, and making sure it is the right experience. My question is this – I have very little on my resume, how in the world am I going to get an internship when I have very little experience to go on?”Listen to the full episode of the WorkInSports Podcast to learn how to get sports internships through volunteering. Also, subscribe to the podcast wherever you listen and catch additional content on our YouTube channel!

Professional sports brands are valuable, and companies line up to associate with them to bolster their bottom lines. Previous WorkInsports Podcast guests such as the Pittsburgh Penguins’ Luke Mohamed and Ilitch Sports and Entertainment’s Molly Wurdack Folt have given us a glimpse of how to build relationships between sports franchises and external brands. In this episode, we dive into how to form sports partnerships around the globe with a relatively new franchise.The Vegas Golden Knights became the National Hockey League’s 31st team in the 2017-18 season with a steep challenge: selling a sport played on ice to a desert community with many competing activities. They debuted with a bang, reaching the Stanley Cup Finals in their inaugural season and making the playoffs in their first four campaigns. On today’s episode of the WorkInSports Podcast, VP of Content and Engaged Learning Brian Clapp is joined by Alain Monroy, Vegas Golden Knights Director of Global Partnerships, to discuss:His journey from the private sector into the sports businessWhat his time as a captain in the US Army taught him for his careerWhy he chose partnerships for his career focus

Not getting along with coworkers can be jarring if you are used to forming close ties at work easily. While difficult coworkers can drain your energy, be careful about devoting too much bandwidth to someone you don't get along with. That isn't to say you should ignore problems that pertain to your day-to-day job duties, but be sure to focus on how the conflict is affecting your productivity rather than the personality differences.Listen to the full episode to learn tactics for how to deal with difficult coworkers. Also, subscribe to the WorkInSports Podcast for more sports career advice, and catch additional content on our YouTube channel!

The goal of networking is to build quality relationships instead of racking up a large number of LinkedIn connections. Building and maintaining authentic relationships with people you reach out to benefits you personally and professionally by gaining a friend and, eventually, someone who can advocate for you when a career opportunity opens up. Hannah has this networking question for the WorkInSports Podcast:“Hey Brian, I really liked you interview with Mattie Fowler Burkhardt Assistant AD at Nebraska. She mentioned how networking really helped her land her job at Nebraska, but that it is a long game. Can you explain what that means and maybe provide some insight into the why and how of networking, I’m pretty new at this.”Listen to the full episode to get details on how to network effectively. Also, subscribe to the WorkInSports Podcast for more sports career advice. Additional content is available on our YouTube channel.

Your resume is one of the most important things you will write in your sports career. It sets the tone of who you are to prospective employers. Today’s question for the WorkInSports Podcast comes from William in South Carolina, who is looking for some resume tips:“Hey Brian – I recently read an article on Buzzfeed from a Google Senior Recruiter explaining what she wants to see on a resume. Do you agree with her take?”Listen to the full episode to hear our resume tips, and subscribe to the WorkInSports Podcast for more sports career advice. Additional content is available on our YouTube Channel!

Fundraising is the lifeblood of competitive college athletics. While TV contracts, ticket sales, and sponsorships make up a sizable portion of an athletic department’s revenue stream, securing donations is the main catalyst for the capital projects, scholarship funding, and endowments that drive programs forward.Getting these projects off the ground takes dedicated workers in development offices who can appeal to donors’ fandom and pride for their favorite programs. Today’s guest on the WorkInSports Podcast, Nebraska Assistant AD of Annual Giving Mattie Fowler Burkhardt, does this work for the Huskers Athletic Fund. A former softball player at Nebraska, Burkhardt now tries to pay it forward to build an even better environment for current and future student-athletes in Lincoln. She joins VP of Content and Engaged Learning Brian Clapp to talk about:How her experience as a student-athlete set her up for success in her current roleWhat drew her to a job with the Huskers Athletic FundThe importance of development/fundraising to becoming an athletic directorWhat skills are required to succeed in developmentEnjoy the full episode and subscribe to the WorkInSports Podcast for more sports career advice. You can also view additional content on our YouTube channel!To get a greater idea of what the employment landscape is in the sports industry, download the 2022 State of Sports Hiring Report!

The sports betting industry has rapidly grown since the Supreme Court struck down a federal ban on sports betting in 2018. One profession in the industry that has benefited from this growth is sports media. Traditional media outlets were already cutting staff in the years leading up to the COVID-19 pandemic, and sports betting companies have become a soft-landing spot for sports media specialists.One of those specialists who has taken advantage of the sports betting industry’s hiring boom is Femi Abebefe. A broadcast journalist by trade, Abebefe enjoyed a steady rise in his industry. He became Sports Director at KTVZ in Bend, Oregon, before serving as a Sports Anchor/Reporter/Play-by-Play announcer at KHQ in Spokane, Washington. He eventually made it into a top-15 TV market in Seattle as a Weekend Sports Anchor at KOMO. After being laid off at the beginning of the pandemic, Abefefe’s skills landed him his current role as VSiN’s Sports Betting Host/Analyst. He joins VP of Content and Engaged Learning Brian Clapp on the WorkInSports Podcast to discuss:The importance of his early career years at KTVZHow he dealt with being laid off at KOMO during the pandemicWhat working for a sports betting company like VSiN is likeHow to get a job in sports bettingEnjoy!

Internships are particularly important in establishing yourself because they help with you gain experience and build a network. Molly from Alabama is looking for internships and has this question for the WorkInSports Podcast:“Hi Brian, I’m a junior in college, and as part of my curriculum requirements, I have to do an internship. I don’t have much on my resume right now, and I keep hearing how competitive internships are. How do I, someone without much experience, stand out from the crowd for a prime, career-defining internship?”Catch VP of Content and Engaged Learning Brian Clapp’s sports career advice on internships by listening to the full episode. Then, subscribe to the WorkInSports Podcast for more actionable advice to take you through your career journey, and check out additional content on our YouTube channel.

Nicole from Minnesota slid into Brian Clapp's inbox searching for some job search strategies:“Hey Brian, I’m embarrassed to admit this, but after graduating in May, I’ve kind of slacked off the last three months. September is the month to get me back on track. Can you help me build a job search strategy?”When searching for a job, you naturally want to hit the ground running and blast out as many resumes as possible. However, doing so without a strategy is not advisable. Brian shares his strategy to get your job search started properly on this episode of the WorkInSports Podcast.

Today's question for the WorkInSports Podcast comes from Michael:“Hi Brian, I am starting my sophomore year in college, and I just declared as a sports management major! What advice would you have for someone like me to maximize my college years and be primed to hit the workforce in 3 more years?”Host Brian Clapp addresses Michael's question by sharing what your objective should be when gaining the right experience for the sports industry while in college. Check it out!

With the Supreme Court unanimously ruling that the NCAA cannot restrict education-related benefits for student-athletes in 2021, student-athletes can now profit from NIL deals, which created opportunities for companies to stake a claim in this new marketplace. Today’s guest on the WorkInSports Podcast, Hall of GOATS CEO Greig Carlson, runs one such company. A former NCAA wide receiver who won two national championships at the University of Southern California, Carlson experienced firsthand how student-athletes lacked a seat at the table on the topic of the boom of college athletics revenue. He joins VP of Content and Engaged Learning Brian Clapp to discuss:• How his student-athlete experience before the NIL era led to him helping student-athletes monetize themselves• How Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs) play into Hall of GOATS’s business model• How having investors such as former Heisman Trophy winner Matt Leinart helped his company spread its message• What opportunities are available in this growing space in the sports industry• What he looks for when hiring staff at Hall of GOATSCatch the full episode of the WorkInSports Podcast for all of Carlson’s thoughts. Be sure to subscribe to the WorkInSports Podcast for more career advice. You can also view additional content on our YouTube channel!

Networking is important in any industry, and sports are no different. One effective way to make connections is through informational interviews. But, once you have secured one, what are the best practices? That's what Jean-Christian from the University of San Francisco asks the WorkInSports Podcast:"First, I wanted to say I love your WIS podcast. You bring an energized and dynamic vibe to the great content, and it makes it always enjoyable to listen to every week."I’ve started to reach out to professionals in different fields for informational interviews and try to take a different and personalized approach with every generous professional willing to take a few minutes on a call with me. But I sometimes feel like I'm running with the same shallow questions. What would you advise for informational interview preparation and how to approach them?"Subscribe to the WorkInSports Podcast to hear Brian Clapp's sports career advice when a new episode is available. Select episodes can also be viewed on our YouTube channel.

The competition for sports jobs is fierce, and every experience you get before transitioning from college to your career is golden. However, to advance in the industry, you typically must move around the country when stepping-stone opportunities open. That has been the experience for past WorkInSports Podcast guests such as Auburn Assistant AD Dan Heck and New England Patriots Reporter/Producer Tamara Brown. Occasionally, though, you may luck out and stay close to home. That’s the case for today’s guest on the WorkInSports Podcast, the Cleveland Cavaliers’ Nick Miller.Miller is the Cavaliers’ Marketing Operations Coordinator, a position he’s held since 2019. An Ohio native, he has worked or interned with all three of Cleveland’s professional franchises, all in different roles. While attending Ohio University, Miller worked as an equipment assistant (and corporate partnerships intern) with the Browns. He also finished his undergraduate as a ballpark operations intern with the Guardians in 2019. Now entering his fourth season with the Cavs, Miller chats with VP of Content and Engaged Learning Brian Clapp about:• How he approached gaining experience immediately after graduating high school• The hiring process the Cavaliers employ• How he has weaved in the new technologies in the sports and entertainment marketing space• His advice to aspiring sports professionals looking to work in professional sports

Starting a new job can be daunting, especially while you get your bearings in those first few weeks and try to quickly learn new processes, tasks, and faces. However, even after settling in and becoming high achievers, some people still doubt their abilities. Known as imposter syndrome, this phenomenon is the subject of Jeremy’s question for the WorkInSports Podcast:“Hey Brian, I really enjoyed your podcast a few weeks back on mental health. I wanted to push this topic in a related but different direction. Imposter syndrome. I’ve just been elevated to my first managerial position, and I’m suffering from a massive lack of confidence, and it’s affecting my decision making … what can I do?”Overcoming Imposter SyndromePeople with imposter syndrome believe they are not as competent as their peers think they are, despite strong evidence to the contrary. As a result, they frequently feel like a fraud and doubt their skills and accomplishments, fearing that others will discover their perceived shortcomings. One of the first steps to defeating imposter syndrome and gaining confidence at work is knowing that you aren’t alone, as 82% of adults experience these feelings at some point in their lives. VP of Content and Engaged Learning Brian Clapp is among those who have dealt with imposter syndrome in his career, and he shares his experience and explains how you can overcome it on today’s podcast episode.

Sports teams are among the most popular follows on social media, and it's easy to see why: They present an entertainment product that is in demand. Aspiring social media professionals can see their content's engagement in real-time as it dominates newsfeeds with shares, likes, and mentions.While managing sports teams' social media channels is a glamorous job, it comes with a lot of responsibilities. For example, a tweet in poor taste can have serious consequences. Our guest on the WorkInSports Podcast is Becca Genecov, Dallas Mavericks' Social Media Manager. She and VP of Content and Engaged Learning Brian Clapp discuss:• The importance of relocating for positions in the sports industry• The difference between contributing to social media and managing a team• What advice she has for aspiring sports social media professionals

Much of our advice on the WorkInSports Podcast focuses on getting hired in the sports industry. From tailoring your resume to the roles you are applying for to crafting a compelling cover letter, building and leveraging a network, and tips to nail the interview, there is a detailed road map for aspiring sports professionals to follow and land their dream job. However, how do you excel at work once you’ve earned a position? That’s the topic of today’s podcast question:“Hey Brian – huge fan. I’ve been listening to the podcast for about six months, and it has given me much more insight into working in the sports industry than my four years of college. So, I have good news: I just got my first sports job and landed it through WorkInSportsby following your advice and guidance! Now my next-level question is this – I’m starting in two weeks; how do I make a great impression and impact over the next 30, 60, and 90 days?”Tips for Starting a New JobA learning curve is expected in the early stages of a new job, and that is an opportunity to distinguish yourself. Being confident and proactive in introducing yourself to your colleagues will help you get comfortable socially, and asking questions is expected, so don’t self-censor out of fear of “looking dumb.” In this episode of the WorkInSports Podcast, VP of Content and Engaged Learning Brian Clapp covers:• Working effectively across teams within an organization• Setting up performance metrics to make your contributions tangible• Getting involved with company extracurricular activitiesDon’t miss a second of Clapp’s sports career advice to thrive in the industry. Subscribe to the WorkInSports Podcast to listen to each episode as it comes out. You can also catch additional content on our YouTube channel!

WorkInSports VP of Content and Engaged Learning Brian Clapp rubbed elbows with a mix of sports business professionals at the 2022 Hashtag Sports Conference in Las Vegas in July. With professional hockey flourishing in the desert, one of the executives Clapp got a chance to talk with was Xavier Gutierrez, Arizona Coyotes’ President and CEO.Front office jobs in professional sports are highly coveted, and Gutierrez made history by joining the Coyotes in 2020 as the first Latino President & CEO in the history of the National Hockey League. He oversees the franchise’s business operations, strategic planning, significant organizational decision-making, and government relations. In over 20 years as a business executive, he’s managed over $24 billion in institutional capital. He joins Clapp to discuss:• What led Gutierrez from a successful career in the financial world into professional sports• How he built skills that translated across industries• The importance of culture and diversity within the sports industryEnjoy this episode of the WorkInSports Podcast, and be sure to subscribe to catch more sports career advice from Clapp and sports professionals. You can also view additional content on our YouTube channel.

The #sportsbiz is fast-paced, and successfully working in the field requires adaptability in terms of work hours and constantly changing circumstances. Unfortunately, that non-stop pace can lead to burnout if you aren’t careful at managing your mental health in the workplace.On today’s WorkInSports Podcast, VP of Content and Engaged Learning Brian Clapp addresses how to avoid burnout and care for your mental health while still excelling in the sports business. Clapp covers:What situations frequently lead to burnout at workHow to determine if a company values its employees’ mental healthWhat you can do to maintain your mental wellbeingCatch each nugget of sports career advice from Brian Clapp by subscribing to the WorkInSports Podcast. Additional content is available on our YouTube channel!

Journalism in all forms is constantly evolving as consumer demands change, and the sports industry is no different. For decades, the way sports fans kept up with everything going on with their favorite teams happened like this:•   Watch SportsCenter (probably multiple times).•   Subscribe to magazines such as Sports Illustrated or ESPN The Magazine.•   Catch the beat reporter’s insights in the newspaper.For the longest time, that was basically it, you paid to consume sports content, and that’s just how things were.Evan Parker, The Athletic’s Senior Vice President and General Manager, joined Brian Clapp on the WorkInSports Podcast to discuss how The Athletic found its niche, how the content philosophy of The Athletic has worked despite the challenges this model faces, what the job landscape looks like for sports content creators and how to break into and advance in this part of the sports industry.

On the latest episode of the WorkInSports podcast, host Brian Clapp recaps the Hashtag Sports conference that he spoke at last week in Las Vegas, and dives into a lively discussion on how to handle the interview question, "Why Should We Hire You?".Tune in and learn a little something!

WorkInSports Podcast host Brian Clapp extolls the virtues of having multiple versions of a resume and diversifying your experience with a strong internship strategy, but how do you ensure a human set of eyes is reading your resume? In this episode of the podcast, Clapp explains how to get through the applicant tracking system by:Matching your skills and experiences on your resume to the keywords in a job descriptionFormatting your resume in a way that doesn’t get discarded by the ATSCatch the full episode for detailed resume writing tips on how to get your materials through the ATS. For more sports career advice, subscribe to the WorkInSports Podcast!

Today’s guest on the WorkInSports Podcast is the Milwaukee Bucks’ Hollis Brown. She serves as the team’s Coordinator of Partner Strategy and Management. Brown joined the Bucks as a Sales Associate in 2021, right as the Bucks were starting their NBA Championship run. Her day-to-day includes fulfilling sponsorship contracts with the Bucks’ clients with traditional media assets, digital and social media platform promotion, and in-game experiences.Brown also co-hosts Outnumbered, a podcast dedicated to helping young professionals start their sports careers. Additionally, she was named Miss Wisconsin 2022. She joins WorkInSports VP of Marketing and Engaged Learning Brian Clapp to discuss:Her career journey from interning at her alma mater Virginia Tech to ESPN and, eventually, the Milwaukee BucksHow she dealt with having her position at ESPN contracted during COVID to land on her feet in her current roleWhat skills she learned that ultimately led to a promotion within the Bucks’ organization in seven monthsHer advice for people trying to get their career in sports started