Tiffany Sotet, a recent undergrad here at BGSU, has now moved on to bigger and better things. Her sports management and marketing studies at BGSU has led her to where she is now, the Cleveland Cavaliers in sales. Tiffany’s presentation entitled “The Truth about Working in Pro Sports” was very enlightening. Although I do not have any actual proof of the presentation, I do have the information she gave us regarding getting a position after college.
Tiffany busted a few myths regarding working in pro sports such as; salary, hours, work environment and the truth about competition. However, what I took away from her presentation, because I do not wish to work in sales, is her information on how to get the job.
She notes that having a practicum and internship are very important. NETWORKING is most important!! During her presentation she asked for all resumes brought to be given to her, but no one had one. Sotet stated that her boss had asked her to bring back a stack of resumes (thinking all students would bring one to a presentation) and that he would be very unhappy with her now that she has nothing. Although the presentation part was only 15minutes long, she stressed the importance of going above and beyond what is expected of you in your position.
I believe this was a very helpful presentation simply because it is a very realistic topic and situation.
3:12 pm - 10-13-2010
Emily even though you aren’t interested in the same kind of job as Tiffany, I think you learned alot from her presentation.
9:51 pm - 10-14-2010
Emily you seemed interested in Tiffany’s presentation and you listed the points that applied to you and your interests.
6:19 am - 10-18-2010
Sounds like you are in agreement with Tiffany, and I agree, her and your analysis are very real. It’s all about networking.