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Networking in the Sports Industry Is Easy with This Online Course

Learn how to build and manage a professional network through this self-paced online course, featuring actionable, step-by-step sports industry networking guides from WorkInSports.

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“Networking is more than just talking to someone once, you need a plan and a focus on building relationships."

- Everett Fitzhugh, Seattle Kraken Play-by-Play Announcer

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What's in the Building and Maintaining Your Sports Industry Network Course?

Get in-depth networking skills training in the form of videos, podcasts, articles, and downloadable worksheets.

Networking is key to finding a sports job you love, but it can be daunting. That doesn't mean it has to be difficult, though! Whether you're a rookie in your career, or you're ready for the big leagues, we'll coach you on how to learn networking skills and build meaningful connections that last. At the end, score a networking certificate and add it to your LinkedIn profile to stand out from the competition.

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In this professional networking course you'll learn:

  • How to build connections in the sports industry from scratch
  • The most efficient way to start building your network
  • The five types of people you need in your professional network
  • The right way to network in the sports industry on social media
  • A communication plan for your growing connections
  • How to follow up with connections
  • The art of the informational interview
  • A fool-proof strategy and approach to events and conferences
  • And more!

This course includes:

  • 11 videos
  • 6 articles
  • 4 downloadable worksheets
  • 15 podcasts
  • 1 final quiz to earn your certificate
  • All in time to complete: 4-6 hours of content

Who is the Sports Industry Networking Course For?

Students

Start your sports career in the fast lane by learning how to build a professional network right out of school.

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Young Professionals

Take the next leap on your career path by creating and maintaining a network that will help you advance to the right position for you.

Finding a Sports Job You Love Won't Happen Without Networking

Don't strike out on a great job because you didn't have the right connections

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This online networking course from WorkInSports is refined from the Sports Career Game Plan, a college course taught at hundreds of campuses across the U.S. You'll learn all the great information from that course… but at your own pace and for a fraction of the cost.

Our 20+ years of job search expertise is here to help you build your professional network and land your dream job.

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Learn How to Build a Professional Network and Make Meaningful Connections

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  • Gaining the Right Experience for Your Sports Career
  • Building and Maintaining Your Sports Industry Network
  • Mastering Your Cover Letter, Resume and Personal Brand
  • Interviewing for Jobs and Internships in the Sports Industry
  • Soft Skills to Move Your Sports Career Forward

Get All Five Modules for $245 Just $149

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About Us

Brian Clapp
Brian Clapp has worked for over 25 years in the sports industry and is now the Director of Brand and Content Marketing at iHire and host of the WorkInSports podcast. He provides thought leadership and advice to those who desire entry into the sports world and to employers utilizing the power of online recruiting.
 
For 21 years, WorkInSports has been widely recognized as the leading source for jobs in the sports industry. With over 8,000 sports employers nationwide actively posting their latest openings, WorkInSports has helped thousands of job seekers follow their passion and discover their dream career in sports. WorkInSports is part of the iHire family of 57 industry-focused talent communities.

Building and Maintaining Your Network Enroll Now for $49