Okay, so I’ve been looking to break into the sports industry for a while now, and I figured Kansas City, with all its teams, might be a good place to start. So I started hunting for sports jobs, let me tell you how it went.
The Initial Search
First, I fired up my computer and opened my browser. I typed in some general searches like “sports jobs Kansas City”. I thought I should start by exploring some genral keywords, I must get a correct direction for applying jobs.
Digging Deeper
Then I started getting more specific. I thought about what I actually wanted to do. I mean, “sports jobs” is pretty broad. Did I want to work in marketing? Sales? Event planning? I decided to focus on marketing roles to start, since that’s where I have some experience.
- I tried searching for “sports marketing jobs Kansas City”. Much better results.
- I narrowed it down further by adding terms like “entry level” or “internship” since, you know, gotta start somewhere.
Refining the Approach
After a while, I realized just googling wasn’t the most efficient way to do this. I needed to be more organized.
So I did some exploring. I looked at the websites, browsed the”Careers” sections. I checked those frequently, since I figure they probably update those pretty often. It is important.
Keeping Track
I created a simple spreadsheet to keep everything straight. I listed the job title, company, the website I found the opening, and any notes, then I could record all the jobs I was interested.
The Waiting Game
Now, it’s mostly a waiting game. I’ve submitted a few applications, tweaked my resume, and I’m just keeping my fingers crossed. Landing a job, especially in a competitive field like sports, takes time and persistence. So I’ll keep checking those job boards, keep applying, and keep hoping for the best. Wish me luck!
