Do THIS to Hit the Ground Running at Your Sports Internship (or Job)

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?”

Sports internships are the lifeblood of every aspiring professional’s career. They are your first opportunity to build professional relationships with peers who see the work you are capable of and your desire to learn. Whether you are starting an internship or a new job, here are a few ways you can nail the first impression with your new co-workers:

Logistical To-Dos
•    Learn the route to the office in advance
•    Figure out the company dress code and match it (or go one step up)
•    Budget for lunch with your colleagues (but pack a lunch just in case)

Strategic Tips
•    Arrive early on day one
•    Ask questions
•    Learn office protocols

Make Your Next First Impression in Sports

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