Born to Be A Sports Agent

FOX LA's Liz Habib and I jump right in talking about Mookie Betts and Patrick Holmes new contracts, what the NFL and the NFLPA have come to an agreement on (and what they haven't), and all the money on the line for athletes and owners as pro leagues project major revenue loss. Ready to negotiate the next blockbuster deal? Check out my Sports Agent Academy: https://www.jillmcbridebaxter.com/sports-...

As college football responds to the pandemic, I discuss how the Pac-12 and Big 10's move to conference-only schedules will impact small schools and independents, coaches, student-athletes, staff - athletic programs as a whole. If you're a coach interested in representation, check out: https://www.jillmcbridebaxter.com/coaches-program  

Today the MLS returns with an Orlando-based tournament. I speak with former collegiate soccer player Logan Agin who describes the COVID testing protocol that'll allow them to pull it off. We also discuss the NWSL's return to play in Salt Lake City, the issues that arise in players being members of multiple teams, and how salaries are complicated by COVID. Watch Five Worst Mistakes Sports Agents Ma...

Today I discuss what college football is up against as they return to play, including student-athlete health and scholarship status, Under Armour's move to end their deal with UCLA, and the repercussions of coaches' racist remarks. Risk factors for severe COVID: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/need-extra-precautions/people-with-medical-conditions.html Enroll in Sports Agent Academy: http...

After participating in a NFLPA conference call with agents nationwide, I report back to my podcast audience on the challenges of the NFL's return to play. Watch the replay of my free class, Five Worst Mistakes Sports Agents Make: https://www.jillmcbridebaxter.com/register-for-my-free-class-five-worst-mistakes-sports-agents-make Enroll in Sports Agent Academy: https://www.jillmcbridebaxter.com/spor...

Happy Juneteenth! Today I pass the mic to Towanda Robinson, daughter of Texas A&M RB Coach Tommie Robinson. Towanda addresses everything from using Black Lives Matter instead of All Lives Matter, discrimination in the workplace, "The Talk" and interactions with the police, and what non-Black people can do to contribute to the movement. We also talk about movies and TV shows that are worth watching...

I take questions from aspiring sports agents to help lay out the road map to becoming a successful agent. Register for my free class, the Five Deadliest Mistakes Sports Agents Make:  https://www.jillmcbridebaxter.com/deadliest-mistakes-class Read a free sample of my book, Born to be a Sports Agent: https://www.jillmcbridebaxter.com/free-book-sample Get my playlist for aspiring sports agents: https...

Longtime NFL scout Russell Bolinger, now with the Atlanta Falcons, offers a rich behind the scenes look into the NFL scouting process, and a detailed explanation of how COVID prevented 300 players from NFL opportunities. Read a free selection of "Born to be a Sports Agent" https://www.jillmcbridebaxter.com/free-book-sample Listen to the Aspiring Agent's Playlist https://www.jillmcbridebaxter.com/g...

In response to coronavirus, the NCAA has granted waivers to recruiting rules for Division I effective May 11-31 (for now). Learn how the NCAA has, in essence, created the opportunity for virtual unofficial visits. We also discuss how coronavirus is impacting NFL scouts' ability to work towards the 2021 Draft. Contact David Rosen at (408) 757-3214‬ Read a free selection of "Born to be a Sports Agen...

In the era of coronavirus, here's how NFL teams and agents are doing their job in the lead up to (and during) the NFL Virtual Draft. FREE GUIDE: How the NFLPA recommends you prepare for a work stoppage: bit.ly/WorkStoppageGuide FREE GUIDE: Three Things Agents Won't Tell You About the Business https://www.jillmcbridebaxter.com/theuglytruth Read my book, "Born to Be A Sports Agent": http://www.bornt...

Iowa State athletics announced they'd be cutting coaches salaries and freezing bonuses for a year. Wondering what the language in your contract says about a work stoppage if your employer follows suit? Listen in! **FREE INFO GUIDES/WEBINARS** If your Pro Day was canceled: bit.ly/ProDayWebinar How to Work From Home with your Children: bit.ly/HowtoWorkFromHomeWebinar How to hire an agent without spe...

NFLPA Executive Director DeMaurice Smith and I review the biggest changes proposed in the new CBA: minimum salary, roster sizes, retirement benefits, and more, PLUS how the coronavirus' effect on the sports world should give players pause before they make their vote! Find me at @agent_mcbridebaxter or  www.jillmcbridebaxter.com Buy my book at https://borntobeasportsagent.com

Meet long snapper Keegan Firth: a lifelong football devotee, and multi-sport high school athlete with experience at tight end and linebacker. He explains how the mental preparation he developed as a pitcher helps with snapping, why his coverage stands out, his breakdown of college vs pro style, his experience with Gary Zauner, his snapping progression, and more. Contact: firthk@oregonstate.edu Lea...

David Rosen joins me to give an inside look at what its like to lead recruiting under former LSU and UTSA coach Frank Wilson. Wilson has been named Rivals.com National Recruiter of Year (2011), NFL.com Top Recruiter in College Football (2014) and Scout.com SEC Recruiter of the Year (2015), and Rosen has adopted his masterful approach to recruiting.

Live from AFCA 2020! We talk about the growing rate of QB injuries and Coach Mike Vite's defensive philosophies after 30+ years in the industry.

Back from hiatus! My ghostwriter Michelle Hill of https://winningproof.com joins the podcast to discuss my book and how she helps her elite clients in sports showcase their expertise, build their legacy and increase their brand strength through book publishing! Purchase "Born to Be a Sports Agent" at https://borntobeasportsagent.com . Will you be at the AFCA Convention? Come by my booth 511 and sa...

Former NFL and college athletics communications director Steve Weakland joins my podcast to discuss the good, the bad and the ugly that could come from the NCAA's move to allow college athletes to profit off their name, image, and likeness. Here's my guide for coaches on three things to consider about the decision: https://www.jillmcbridebaxter.com/nameimagelikeness

NFLPA Executive Director DeMaurice Smith joins me to talk about the realities of a possible work stoppage when the CBA expires in 2021, the key divides in the ongoing negotiations, the unfortunate truths of the business of football, and how players should be preparing to protect themselves. To quote 'D', "Our players have to be in a position to go two years without football." Download the NFLPA's...

My final conversation with Liz Habib, a sports anchor for Fox 11 in Los Angeles. As two experienced professionals in sports, we compare perspectives about the opportunities and pitfalls for women in sports. Interested in being a sports agent? Get "The Ugly Truth" about the business: https://www.jillmcbridebaxter.com/theuglytruth Find me on social media @agent_mcbridebaxter on Instagram and @j_mcbr...

FOX 11 sports anchor Liz Habib passionately shares what she sees as the future of sports. What might sports betting look like in 5 years? What could eSports evolve into? Listen to her predictions and let me know what you think via my social media @J_McBrideBaxter on Twitter, @Agent_McBrideBaxter on Instagram! Find Liz on social at @LizHabib For 2020 Draft Picks, get my free Five Questions to Ask a...

When a player gets handed down a fine for the first time, it can be a shock to them and to their agent. Often there are questions about how best to proceed. On today's episode I share how to handle player fines based on a recent experience with one of my clients. Get my free guide, 5 Questions to Ask an Agent: https://www.jillmcbridebaxter.com/download-podcast Follow me on Instagram @agent_mcbride...

Ahead of the XFL draft in October, I fill you in on the latest with the league and what to expect out of the draft. Get XFL info: https://www.jillmcbridebaxter.com/opt-in Follow me on Instagram @agent_mcbridebaxter and on Twitter @j_mcbridebaxter.

California lawmakers just passed SB-206, allowing college athletes to sign endorsement deals. Here's the lowdown on that bill, and my take on the situation. Get my "Five Questions to Ask an Agent" Guide: https://www.jillmcbridebaxter.com/download-podcast Check out my Sports Agent Academy: http://bit.ly/SportsAgentAcademyPod Follow me on Instagram @agent_mcbridebaxter and on Twitter @j_mcbridebaxte...

Liz Habib, sports anchor at FOX 11 in Los Angeles dialed me up, "Have you seen the Carli Lloyd video? What do you and John think?" Hear my thoughts and the thoughts of other special teams staff and players throughout football that Liz consulted on whether or not Carli Lloyd has a shot at the NFL. Connect with me: http://bit.ly/ConnectJill  

If you're a college athlete becoming draft eligible this year, you'll likely be receiving messages of every kind - DMs, snail mail, voicemail - in the coming weeks and months from agents looking to represent you. How do you distinguish what makes them the right choice for you? Here's my Five Questions to Ask a Sports Agent. Connect with me about representation: http://bit.ly/ConnectJill