Welcome to part 2 of our 2 part ‘Best of Ask SportsGrad’ episodes!

This is a collection of the most popular questions asked by you guys that have made it to Ask SportsGrad.

Today we’re going to dive into your top questions specifically around job hunting, networking and using LinkedIn. You’ll learn how to find experience when you can’t get any, how to job hunt if you’ve just moved to Australia, what to do if you’re not qualified but really want the job, how to network, and how to find mentors.

Then on the LinkedIn front we answer your questions on what should you be posting about, how to increase engagement if you are posting, plus how to craft your experience section properly.

If you struggling to crack the sports industry job market, put this on repeat.

Tune in and enjoy!

We cover:

(00:49) Welcome to SportsGrad! What is #ASKSPORTSGRAD?

(02:34) How can I best get involved in volunteering?

(05:47) How can I make myself a good candidate for jobs overseas?

(10:04) I’m not fully qualified, should I apply?

(12:05) How can I improve my networking in the sports industry?

(15:03) Where do I even begin when cracking the sports industry?

(17:15) How can I make the most of an internship opportunity?

(21:50) How should I address ‘cultural fit’ on a resume?

(26:03) Any advice on how to best seek a mentor?

(30:41) How do I increase my LinkedIn engagement?

(36:30) What content is suitable to post on LinkedIn?

(41:01) How should I layout the experience section on my LinkedIn?

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Additional episodes you may enjoy:

#196: 8 steps to set up your LinkedIn profile like a pro

#200: How to get a job in sport without getting lucky

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