Athlete 2 Boardroom’s Post

Looking to put on an event around the concept of athletes becoming enterprises as we head into the new year Topics include ... + deep dive into the athlete finances and deal dynamics + collaboration strategies for athlete partnerships + building your business team + etc This promises to be a unique convergence of sports, athletes, and business. If the idea of partnering for this unique experience piques your interest or you’d like more information, don’t hesitate to drop me a message or email #sportsbusiness #linkedinsports #conference

Growth is a game of continuous improvement. In meetings, like in sports, aim to leave it all on the field. What's your strategy for bringing your 'A-game' to the table? #ContinuousImprovement #BestSelf

In the world of business, just as in sports, every shot counts. 🏀🔝 Successfully sinking your goals demands the same dedication as a perfectly executed jump shot. It’s no secret that I channel my inner athlete into my entrepreneurial journey. And let’s be real, there’s something about the drive to #Winning that connects boardrooms to basketball courts. What strategies do you employ from the sports arena into your professional life? Let’s have a thoughtful bounce-pass of ideas in the comments. 🤔💬 #BusinessAthlete #StrategicPlaymaking

#LinkedInSports challenge Day 17. Prompt: Break down the key components of a successful athlete-brand partnership. What factors make these thrive? To me the biggest component of any successful athlete-brand partnership is an authentic belief in the brand on the part of the athlete. If any athlete truly enjoys a product then when they appear in an ad for it, it appears natural and not forced. You will also see athletes repping that brand in every day life (ie Lebron constantly wearing Beats headphones when he warms up; Brett Favre wearing Wrangler jeans). You want people to believe the athlete is actually a fan of the brand they work with and not just doing it for money. For any brand interested in partnering with a Howard MBB athlete, I advise you to check out the official Opendorse marketplace. https://lnkd.in/g4hiZ7Ve

Have you ever thought about what kind of professional sports team your organization would be? And what the name of it would be? We have!  Football!  Team name:   The Solutionists. (we love to solve problems) Why? Because as football season is amongst us, it has made us realize that each step we take along the way with our clients parallels some of the same practices of a football team.  The progression is very similar:  from scouting to the huddle; snapping the ball and running the play; reading the field; gaining yards; and scoring of course.  Let's start at the beginning with Scouting! This is where we are looking to see what we are up against and creating a strategy for how to win.  1. Observe how a team (our client) currently approaches the game (their business).  2. Ask lots of questions to consider a better strategy.   3. Really get into the game of our client's business - Noting all the strengths, weaknesses, and goals. 4. Formulate a strategy of plays to put in place.  5. Communicate to the team "plays" that will be taken into the game in order to win.  6. Determine the best role for each of the team members to play to maximize success. So what professional sports team is your organization? And what would be its name?  We would love to know.  Stay tuned...next week we will explore what happens in the "Huddle." #football #footballscout #solving #solvingproblems

Very much enjoyed being part of this program, focusing on the power of athletes to transcend their sport. We live in a unique moment in time, where athletes, more than ever before, can influence their marketability and appeal. The key is to start early and be intentional about every single detail!! #athletemarketing #brandmarketing #sponsorshipmarketing #talentmanagement #sportsmarketing #sportsbusiness #sportsmanagement

Success in the world of sports is not solely determined by the prowess of individual athletes or the strategic brilliance of coaches. Rather, the sustained success of major sports organizations hinges on a carefully crafted succession plan. Learn more about it at: https://lnkd.in/gUD3QMWq Schedule a demo at: https://lnkd.in/dDigdsEy #sports #sportsbusiness #generalmanager #successionplanning #successmindset

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Like winning teams in any sport, staying competitive requires annual adjustments to the playbook. James Wong of The Founder's Chair offers tips for adapting your game plan for new information. https://bit.ly/4a305dG #IndependentDistribution #BusinessStrategy #BusinessGrowth #CompetitiveEdge #StrategicPlanning #ContinuousImprovement #BusinessInsights #StrategicThinking