{"href":"http://player.captivate.fm/services/oembed?url=http%3A%2F%2Fplayer.captivate.fm%2Fepisode%2Fc1d1c773-88a8-49ed-a2e8-568eb03c786f","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Captivate.FM","provider_url":"https://www.captivate.fm","width":600,"height":200,"type":"rich","html":"<iframe style=\"width: 100%; height: 200px;\" title=\"Finding a Sports Job as a Student-Athlete \u2013 Work In Sports Podcast\" frameborder=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\" allow=\"clipboard-write\" seamless src=\"http://player.captivate.fm/episode/c1d1c773-88a8-49ed-a2e8-568eb03c786f\"></iframe>","title":"Finding a Sports Job as a Student-Athlete \u2013 Work In Sports Podcast","description":"Hey, everybody, it\u2019s Brian...I have to admit, I never really considered getting my Masters because I thought it would be restrictive on my career. I know it sounds counter-intuitive, but really, I didn\u2019t want to stop my job to get my Masters.But the world has changed, Master\u2019s programs are more flexible than ever, and they can really vault your career forward. Check out Georgetown for example.\u00a0It used to be if you wanted a Master\u2019s from Georgetown you were relocating to Washington DC\u2026 but now, Georgetown offers a part-time Master's in Sports Industry Management that is ideal for working professionals, offering flexible options to take classes online, on-campus, or through a combination of both\u2014so you don't have to interrupt your career to earn your degree.\u00a0The program prepares you to excel in the global sports industry by learning the communication, business, and leadership strategies that will position you for success.To learn more about the program, visit <a href=\"http://scs.georgetown.edu/workinsports\">scs.georgetown.edu/workinsports</a>Alright, let\u2019s start the countdown\u2026Hey everybody, I\u2019m Brian Clapp, VP of Content and Engaged Learning at <a href=\"http://workinsports.com\">WorkInSports.com</a> and this is the Work In Sports podcast.\u00a0<a href=\"https://www.workinsports.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/qa_cover.png\"></a>I have to apologize for no episodes last week -- I failed all of you! I was at the National Sports Forum in Atlanta last week and wow what an event. I\u2019m not a huge conference-goer -- but this was pretty cool. Lots of learning opportunities, I booked a ton of new podcast guests and got out of my comfort zone and networked.\u00a0I know right, kind of crazy, I actually went up and talked to people. A lot. And I didn\u2019t die. Who knew!One other note I thought of and wanted to share before we get into this week's fan question -- there were about 1,000 people at this conference. That\u2019s a big number, right? There was a huge hall with all 1,000 people packed in to hear Arthur Blank owner of the Falcons and Atlanta United, speak.\u00a0I looked around and thought -- wow, this is a lot of people hanging on his every word!\u00a0And then it dawned on me. Every week, twice a week, we get about 2,000 of you listening to every episode. Two of those conference halls, packed with all of you, our listeners. And it made me feel extremely grateful.\u00a0So thank you. Thank you for listening, and sharing and trying to learn and improve yourselves. I\u2019ll tell you what, I guarantee I\u2019ve learned as much from all of you, and all of our guests, as you have from me.\u00a0Alright, enough sappy stuff, on to today\u2019s question which comes in from Spencer:Hi Brian -- I will be graduating in May with a degree in marketing. I have also been a 4-year student-athlete which has consumed most of my time meaning I do not have much internship experience (8 months). Some of the positions I have applied to respond saying the lack of experience is an issue. Is there anything you recommend for a student-athlete with a 3.7 cumulative GPA in their job search in collegiate/professional sports? Thank you!This is a question I get a lot - and it is a good one - so let\u2019s dig into it because I have a lot of thoughts on the subject and even if you aren\u2019t a student-athlete they will help you.\u00a0Student-athletes lack the time to complete internships. But so do people that have to support themselves through college, so this scenario isn\u2019t limited to those who play.\u00a0Let's dig into it.. (for a more detailed explanation listen in to the podcast episode!)1: Your job search starts with Networking2: lean into your special skills -- tell your story* Leadership* Time management* Coachability* Competitiveness* Teamwork* Ability to handle pressure* Maturity* Dependability* Time management3: Play the 8mile game in your cover letter. The cover letter is your weapon of choice.\u00a04: Consider starting in sales.5: Find the right culture.\u00a0I hope that helps Spencer -- remember to lean into your unique skills and...","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300,"thumbnail_url":"https://artwork.captivate.fm/011790af-4d95-45b7-827d-33db3fc89c8a/wispod-cover.png"}