The Sports Career Podcast – Details, episodes & analysis

This week's podcast, is with Sarah Solémalé, a powerhouse in the world of sports law and international affairs. 

With over 15 years of experience at  FIFA, CAF, and European Football Clubs, Sarah brings an unparalleled insider's perspective on what it takes to govern the world's most popular sport.

From the technicalities of legal strategy to the "leap of faith" required to break into the Football Industry, Sarah breaks down the roadmap for the next generation of football leaders.

• The Lawyer's Toolkit: The essential skills you need to thrive in the complex world of sports law.

• The Leap of Faith: How to navigate the early stages of a career in football and stay resilient.

• Policy meets Ethics: Sarah shares how robust sports policy and ethical leadership must work in tandem to evolve football governance.

• The Growth of the Women's Game: Why women's football represents the most exciting frontier for the sport's future.

• Empowering Women in Football: Practical advice for women looking to pursue their ambitions in the fotball industry with confidence and much more.

• LinkedIn: Sarah Solémalé

• Instagram: @sf_solemale

"Football governance isn't just about rules; it's about the ethical leadership behind them."

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The Architect of the Modern Men's English Premier League: Richard Scudamore CBE

This week's podcast, is with Richard Scudamore CBE, the visionary who sat at the helm of the Men's English Premier League from 1999 to 2018. 

Over his nearly two-decade tenure, Richard didn't just manage football; he re-engineered the business of sport, overseeing a staggering increase in broadcasting rights and global reach.

In this podcast chat, we trace Richard's journey from the Yellow Pages to the ultimate boardroom, uncovering the leadership philosophy and tactical "pillars" that sustained the league's golden era.

In this episode, we explore:

• What skills do you need to be a CEO for a Football League?

• Richards shares how he went from the Yellow Pages to being the CEO of the English Premier League

• Richard explain's the 3 pillars to run a successful Football Club

• The Rise of the Underdog, a look at AFC Bournemouth, why their ascent remains one of the Premier League's most iconic football stories.

• Richard reflects on how his leadership style evolved to meet the demands of a rapidly changing digital and commercial landscape and much more.

Unleashing the Power of Data in Sports Business & Fan Engagement

In this weeks podcast is guest Neil Schwartz , President of Sports Business Research Network (BRnet) and the host of My First Job in Sport Podcast

• Discover the pathways to entering the sports industry.
• Neil shares his 25 years of experiance in the Sports Data Industry
• Learn why storytelling is a crucial element in the sports data business.
• Explore how sports data can enhance your chances of landing a job in the industry.
• Neil shares examples of the growing impact of data in women's sports.
• Understand how to leverage data for sports business growth.
• Ed and Neil discuss their shared passion for podcasting and how it can open up career opportunities in sports, and much more.

Podcast Show Notes:

Website: https://sportsmarketanalytics.com/home.aspx

Podcast Show 'My First Job in Sports': https://open.spotify.com/show/0KCrVnPsORNhhTr8sn5sOb?si=4a6210435d764502

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This week's podcast guest is Muhammed Türkmen, Former Professional Football Player, Former Sporting Director & UEFA Licensed Pro Football Coach

You will learn:

1. How to build a successful culture at a Football Club?

2. The Core Skills you need to be a Sporting Director

3. How to be a leader in a Football Club

& Much More!

This is a must-listen if you want to pursue a career in the Football Industry.

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338: Samir Ceric-How can Blockchain Technology support Football Clubs?

This weeks podcast guest is Samir Ceric, Investor, Entrepreneur & Chief Operating Officer of BLOCKSPORT

Discover:

1.How can Blockchain Technology support Football Clubs

2. How can Blockchain can be used for Fan Engagement Activations

3. How To Pursue a Career in Blockchain Technology

This is a must listen if you want to pursue a career in the Football Industry.

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This week's podcast guest is Michelle Moore, Leadership Coach & Author of Real Wins

Learn:

1.How to be a Conscious Leader?

2.How to Create Real Wins in Sports & Business

3.The benefits of Race Education

This is a must-listen if you want to learn how to be a better Leader

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This week's podcast guest is Sophia Warner PLY BEM, Former Paralympian & Founder at Superhero Series.

Discover:

1. How to Increase Sports Participation with Disabilities.
2. How does being elite athlete develop your time management skills
3. What Superhero Series about & much more!

This is a must-listen if you want to pursue a career in the event industry.

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This weeks podcast guest is Dr. Carla Meijen Sport Psychologist & Author of Empowered Birth: Lessons From Sports Psychology For Your Maternity Journey

Discover:

1. How can an Empowered Mindset support the Childbirth Experience?  

2. How can goal setting support Maternity Journey

3. How to pursue a career as a Sport Psychologist

This is a must listen if you want to pursue a career is Sports Psychology.

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Today listen exactly 13.03 minutes of this episode on what it takes to be a Professional Football.

Learn from 5 Professionals Footballers sharing their tips and advice on what it takes to be a Professional Footballer at the highest level.

You will learn from:

Yael Averbuch- Former Pro Footballer, GM at Gotham FC & Founder of Techne Futbol shares that by having a clear vision and direction is key to making your career as a pro footballer a reality.

Laura Vetterlein-Former Pro Footballer & Assistant Trainer at VfL Wolfsburg Frauen shares having the right mindset and work ethic is more vital than just football talent.

Julia Simic- Former Pro Footballer, Sports Broadcaster & Football Coach at DFB-Mädels shares the reality that you will have to make sacrifices with an inner drive to be a professional football which starts the day you commit to it!

Ashleigh Plumptre- Professional Football Player for the Nigeria National Team shares that Football will teach you to be more confident relating to your personal development.

Carla Humphrey-Former Professional Footballer at Liverpool FC & Arsenal FC shares why not to forget to have fun and enjoy playing football because that is how you play at your best.

Special shout out to Bl Ballers! 

I had the pleasure to interview Ashleigh at their brilliant Women's & Men's Football Cup which is about providing a platform for footballers to get noticed in the professional game.

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This week's podcast guest is Stella Mills, a Sports Broadcaster

Discover:

1. The lifestyle of a Sports Broadcaster?

2. Why trust is vital as a Sports Broadcaster?

3. Why bet on yourself when pursuing a career in sports?

& much more.

This is a must-listen if you want to learn the reality of pursuing a career in Sports Broadcasting.

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