The title speaks volumes. We want to reiterate the atmosphere facing those seeking Sports-Industry employment opportunities. The glamour that attaches to the athlete participants does not transcend to those working in administration and management.

The TSR staff wants all candidates to understand that it takes years to develop a niche in the Sports Industry. Once a niche is developed you can then command top-dollar for your services. Remember, most companies associated with the Sports-Industry are nothing more than small businesses (Including the Pro-Sports franchises), generating an average of $60 million annually in revenue. The exception would be the retail companies (NIKE, Adidas, Under Armour, PUMA, etc..) and media companies (ESPN/Disney, Fox/News Corp).

As Mark Cuban stated in MAJOR LEAGUE ENTREPRENEURS, “Start Low…….” Your 1st entry into this industry may be in ticket sales. If you are talented enough to sell “season-tickets” for the NBA Cleveland Cavaliers (post-LeBron), the sky is the limit for you.

Remember to:

a. Focus on building your sales and presentation skills 

b. Understand the economics of the specific Sports discipline you are pursuing for employment (Professional football, basketball, soccer, track & field, etc…).

In closing, always remain optimistic. You will initially put in long hours with little pay, but we want you to see your career 10-15 years ahead…….   -TSR staff