Prepare for Opportunity: A Practical Guide for Applying for a Job in Sports (Paperback, New edition)

There are over 250 Sports Management academic programs in the United States that produce thousands of new graduates each year. Prepare for Opportunity: A Practical Guide for Applying for a Job in Sports gives the reader a step up on the fierce competition. The book is an insider's perspective on the ins and outs of applying for a job in the sports industry. Available in print and eBook formats, Prepare for Opportunity: A Practical Guide for Applying for a Job in Sports: Provides specific advice on creating a résumé, drafting a cover letter, networking, and interviewing - all in the specific context of applying for a job in sports. Is applicable to any industry, as the job application procedures are similar. Is meant mainly for college students or recent college graduates. However, the book is also helpful for others who are looking for a change in career or who just need a refresher in the job application process. Informs the reader to the level of other applicants and the heavy competition for sports industry jobs and demonstrates the importance of a good impression at job fairs that can ultimately lead to an interview for a job or internship. Demonstrates how readers can develop a presentation of their own knowledge, skills and abilities in their understanding of the companies that they are applying with.