The SportsGrad Podcast

The battle between choosing to specialise or generalise can be a complex decision. Questions arise like, "if I generalise will I not be skilled enough to get my dream position or can I have a fulfilling career doing both?" If you need clarity on the direction of your career tune in for the pros and cons of each avenue. If you need more help paving your path into sport...Become a member: www.sportsgrad.com.au/membership***If you enjoy the podcast, would you please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes? It takes less than 60 seconds, and really makes a difference in helping to land guests.Want a job in sport? Download our FREE eBook ‘How to Get Jobs in Sport. The SportsGrad Method’ at www.sportsgrad.com.auFollow @sportsgrad on Instagram | Facebook | YouTube | LinkedInConnect with RyanConnect with Reuben See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Don't be fooled by his age, there is so much you can learn from Nathan Perrone.Nathan is an excellent example of the top end talent about to graduate, and what to do to position yourself well above the pack.Inside, we dive deep to uncover how Nathan turned his career prospects around extremely quickly, to end up with roles at the AFL, and VFL club the Box Hill Hawks.We cover:How Nathan landed a job at the AFL with a semester left to studyHow Nathan is growing his networks internationally and future-proofing his career in the processHow Nathan leveraged EPISODE 53 to score his commercial internship at the Box Hill HawksTo join Nathan and other leading grads making waves in their career, check out the SportsGrad Membership!More confident, more connected Grads.Become a member: www.sportsgrad.com.au/membership***If you enjoy the podcast, would you please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes? It takes less than 60 seconds, and really makes a difference in helping to land guests.Want a job in sport? Download our FREE eBook ‘How to Get Jobs in Sport. The SportsGrad Method’ at www.sportsgrad.com.auFollow @sportsgrad on Instagram | Facebook | YouTube | LinkedInConnect with NathanConnect with ReubenConnect with Ryan Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

So, you’ve done all the hard work and have prepared for your job interview only to find you haven’t got the job, now what? If you have found yourself in this situation or want to prepare for how to deal with it, Reuben and Ryan have you covered. With strategies on how to evaluate your interview feedback, and methods to dealing with the disappointment of failed job interviews. By the end of this episode, you’ll feel confident and ready to tackle your next job interview. Check out the new SportsGrad Membership!More confident, more connected Grads.Become a member: www.sportsgrad.com.au/membership***If you enjoy the podcast, would you please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes? It takes less than 60 seconds, and really makes a difference in helping to land guests.Want a job in sport? Download our FREE eBook ‘How to Get Jobs in Sport. The SportsGrad Method’ at www.sportsgrad.com.auFollow @sportsgrad on Instagram | Facebook | YouTube | LinkedInConnect with ReubenConnect with Ryan Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

One FAQ we get is "how do you guys get guests from the International Olympic Committee, the NFL, the NBA, and the EPL onto the podcast?" Today we lift the hood for the first time and take you behind the scenes to hear how the show comes together. Whether it be word of mouth, LinkedIn, or even stumbling across a potential guest in the middle of the street. Tune in to hear the wonderful and sometimes weird methods to finding guests, in one of the more humorous and personable podcasts yet.Looking to get your start in the sports industry?Become a member: www.sportsgrad.com.au/community***If you enjoy the podcast, would you please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes? It takes less than 60 seconds, and really makes a difference in helping to land guests.Want a job in sport? Download our FREE eBook ‘How to Get Jobs in Sport. The SportsGrad Method’ at www.sportsgrad.com.auFollow @sportsgrad on Instagram | Facebook | YouTube | LinkedInConnect with RyanConnect with Reuben Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

If you want to optimise who you can reach on LinkedIn listen now! Networking on LinkedIn can be nerve-racking. You might think, who should I ask, where do I find the people I want to network with, and will they even respond? In this episode, Reuben and Ryan highlight 3 effective techniques that will help you streamline networking on LinkedIn. So get ready for this concise and informative bite-sized episode. More confident, more connected Grads.Become a member: www.sportsgrad.com.au/membership***If you enjoy the podcast, would you please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes? It takes less than 60 seconds, and really makes a difference in helping to land guests.Want a job in sport? Download our FREE eBook ‘How to Get Jobs in Sport. The SportsGrad Method’ at www.sportsgrad.com.auFollow @sportsgrad on Instagram | Facebook | YouTube | LinkedInConnect with RyanConnect with Reuben Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

So, you get your first job in the sports industry but now what? In this episode, Cameron Vincent shares his 8-year experience working for Golf Australia. Cameron details why the first six months of your job is a period of bliss and how to make the most of it. The types of conversations Cam was having with everybody from the CEO to his managers, that led to the success of his long-term vision. The importance of finding your why and how that will enable you to focus on the position you desire. Cameron’s story is one of determination and longevity as he worked his way through Golf Australia to get the position he always wanted.Check out the new SportsGrad Membership!More confident, more connected Grads.Become a member: www.sportsgrad.com.au/membership***If you enjoy the podcast, would you please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes? It takes less than 60 seconds, and really makes a difference in helping to land guests.Want a job in sport? Download our FREE eBook ‘How to Get Jobs in Sport. The SportsGrad Method’ at www.sportsgrad.com.auFollow @sportsgrad on Instagram | Facebook | YouTube | LinkedInConnect with CamConnect with ReubenConnect with Ryan Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Amy Hakim recently just landed a dream job at the Collingwood Football Club… but how did she do it?Step 1: Saw the job available on the SportsGrad MembershipStep 2: Booked a coaching call with Reuben to prepare for her applicationStep 3: Nailed the application and got accepted on the dayIn this episode, we let you in on the coaching call Amy had with Reuben that led to her successful application.If you’re interested in accessing exclusive job opportunities, discounted coaching, and fortnightly webinars, join our SportsGrad Community!Jump in here: www.sportsgrad.com.au/membershipDiscount for Podcast listeners: PODCAST10 (save 10% on all membership options) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Want to know how to get a sporting organization off the ground? Well, meet the CEO of Aqua Rugby Australia, Jimmy Galvin! Jimmy’s experience in sport spans from selling hospitality at the Monaco Grand Prix, completing an MBA at Real Madrid plus a 5-year stint with Cricket Australia in the hospitality team. He now transitions into his next venture - Aqua Rugby Australia, a brand-new take on Rugby with a floating pitch that is due to hit Manly Wharf later this year. Jimmy’s episode is passionate and enthralling as he elaborates on his worldwide experiences within the sporting industry. He also details how authenticity is key, whether it be through LinkedIn or getting a coffee with a mentor, Jimmy believes real interactions are what builds relationships and rapport. Get ready for an incredibly entertaining but also informative podcast with Jimmy Galvin.  Check out the new SportsGrad Membership!More confident, more connected Grads.Become a member: www.sportsgrad.com.au/membership***If you enjoy the podcast, would you please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes? It takes less than 60 seconds, and really makes a difference in helping to land guests.Want a job in sport? Download our FREE eBook ‘How to Get Jobs in Sport. The SportsGrad Method’ at www.sportsgrad.com.auFollow @sportsgrad on Instagram | Facebook | YouTube | LinkedInConnect with JackConnect with ReubenConnect with Ryan Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's what every person dreams of... standing side by side with the players.In this episode, Reuben and Ryan chat through from their experience at Cricket Australia, 5 jobs that will actually get you on to the ground.Check out the new SportsGrad Membership!More confident, more connected Grads.Become a member: www.sportsgrad.com.au/membership***If you enjoy the podcast, would you please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes? It takes less than 60 seconds, and really makes a difference in helping to land guests.Want a job in sport? Download our FREE eBook ‘How to Get Jobs in Sport. The SportsGrad Method’ at www.sportsgrad.com.auFollow @sportsgrad on Instagram | Facebook | YouTube | LinkedInConnect with ReubenConnect with Ryan Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

You may know him has 'Producer Jack' from The SportsGrad Podcast, Jack Lloyd, one of our favourite sons has landed his first full-time job at Rugby Victoria.In a role reversal, we spoke to Jack at the end of his very first week of work to find out exactly how it went down.When Jack gets his time in the sun, it's worth listening.Tune in to learn:The fresh and rare insight of exactly what was going on in his mind on day 1 of full-time workJack's recommendations to others starting their very first jobRyan & Reuben's reflections on their own first weeks of work and their own wisdom for JackPlus having produced over 70 episodes, Jack shares the best lessons learned from guestsJack's 'Must Listen' episodes:#26: Ritchie Hinton#28: Kath Loughnan#67: Caitlin ReadCheck out the new SportsGrad Membership!More confident, more connected Grads.Become a member: www.sportsgrad.com.au/membership***If you enjoy the podcast, would you please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes? It takes less than 60 seconds, and really makes a difference in helping to land guests.Want a job in sport? Download our FREE eBook ‘How to Get Jobs in Sport. The SportsGrad Method’ at www.sportsgrad.com.auFollow @sportsgrad on Instagram | Facebook | YouTube | LinkedInConnect with JackConnect with ReubenConnect with Ryan Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.