Break Into Sports Through Ticket Sales
Mark Washo
"I want to be in Marketing, PR or Community Relations!"
That is the phrase I have heard countless times over the past 10 years as a sales recruiter, from candidates looking to land a job with a professional sports team.
The problem is those positions are where the fewest opportunities exist. Most openings in professional sports are in ticket sales, an exciting career start with unlimited opportunities.
The world of professional sports is changing. Teams are struggling more and more every day to sell tickets. With escalating costs in all aspects of the sports business, teams need to fill their stadiums with ticket buyers.
Through this book, you will learn everything you need to know about acquiring the job and succeeding in ticket sales.
Dispel the myths, learn the facts, get the job and break into sports!
A must buy for anyone in Sports Management Programs looking to break into sports, or ticket sales reps entering the business!
Chapter's include:
- Characteristics of Successful Ticket Sales Professionals
- How to Get the Interview and Land the Job
- How to Succeed in Ticket Sales
- Case Studies of Sports Professionals
- Useful Information to Help you land a job in Sports
- Potential Career Path
"Mark Washo has written the text book on how to launch a sports career through selling. Nothing happens until a sale is made and that includes the world of sports. This is a thourough and accurate game plan for everyone!"
- Pat Williams, Senior Vice President, Orlando Magic, professional Author
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Buffy Filippell has recruited over 350 executives in the sports industry. She has appeared as a featured speaker at Harvard Business School. Ask her any questions about employment issues by pressing Ask Buffy. No names, nor email addresses will be made public.
