The SportsGrad Podcast

Off the back of Reuben's 'Redundancy to relaunch' story being published in 2 newspapers, Ryan sat down with him to take a deeper dive into some of the motivations and self-doubts that arose during the 8 weeks Reuben lived alone to build SportsGrad.   You can read Reuben's article here: https://bit.ly/2De2RTJ   Redundancy to relaunch: The opportunity of an epidemic   In this episode you will learn:...

Have you found yourself thinking "how can I get experience in sport when there are no opportunities at the moment?" You’re not alone – it’s the number 1 question we get.  This week we run you through the three achievable steps to creating priceless experience in sport right now! Volunteering at grassroots sport can be your golden ticket Choosing a passion and identifying the opportunity in it can...

Craving your NBA fix? Curious about the inner-workings of the 2020 season?  The long-awaited NBA return is finally here and this week we get a front-row pass into one the world’s most iconic sporting organisations! Natalie Lebamoff (Sales Coordinator) takes us inside the inner sanctum of the Chicago Bulls during the recent shutdown and gives us her masterclass in nailing your next job interview an...

The SportsGrad Podcast loves doing things in fives. This week SportsGrad Host Ryan takes you through the Five 5s to maximising your semester at university. These five bulletproof steps will not only assist in channelling your goals but will be crucial to getting on the front foot and differentiating yourself at the conclusion of the year! Well, what are you waiting for? Grab a pen and paper and ge...

Ever wondered what life is like for an AFL Performance Analyst? This week Lauren Boothby (Performance Analyst at the North Melbourne Football Club) takes us into the world of elite Sports Analytics! Lauren delves into her experiences at the West Coast Eagles, West Coast Fever and North Melbourne FC by giving the SportsGrad Podcast an insight into what it truly takes to succeed in the competitive e...

Networking. Feel anxious, stressed or plain uneasy just by the thought of it? You’re not alone. This episode of the SportsGrad Podcast will equip you with the tools needed to jump out of your comfort zone and combat those fears of uncertainty, judgement or rejection. Reuben and Ryan dive right into the priceless strategies to lowering your expectations, keeping a long-term vision, and approaching...

This week SportsGrad comes to you directly from Cincinnati, Ohio USA! In Episode 8 we chat with Michael Wolfert - Corporate Partnership Account Coordinator at the Cincinnati Bengals. Michael is making waves in a budding career that has taken him from College to the NFL - and he exclusively shares with us what the elite American sporting organisations look for when selecting graduate candidates. Ou...

This week we chat to Aimee White – Education Partnerships Coordinator at the Richmond Football Club! After starting her journey at her local grassroots Cricket Club, Aimee has become a trailblazer in the sports industry becoming the WACA’s first Female Cricket Regional Manager, Cricket Victoria’s Female Participation Specialist to now even creating her own role at the Richmond Football Club. Aimee...

We all know what we love about sport. But what are the little-known surprises of working in the sports industry?   This episode your SportGrad hosts Reuben and Ryan reveal the Top Four things they didn’t expect when launching into careers in sport. The boys dive straight into the deep end of what the industry has thrown at them and provide the insiders tips to allow you to not only stay afloat but...

Hamish is the Community Development Manager at the Werribee Football Club, and has held roles in Coaching Support and Game Development at the AFL and AFL Victoria. While Hamish is still on the journey to hold a full-time job in sport, his vision is so strong and unwavering that it's allowed him to persevere, knowing everything he's doing is contributing towards his ultimate dream job in sport...

It doesn't matter what stage of your career you are at, LinkedIn is an amazing platform that can accelerate it forward. Inside this episode, learn 5 of the best ways that you can use LinkedIn to grow your network and start getting referred for jobs in sport.   **** If you enjoy the podcast, would you please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes? It takes less than 60 seconds, an...

Introducing Reuben Williams, your co-host of the SportsGrad Podcast and founder of www.sportsgrad.com.au. Inside this episode you'll hear about Reuben's story, the hurdles he over came on his way to break into sport, and the experiences that led him there.   **** If you enjoy the podcast, would you please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes? It takes less than 60 seconds,...

Introducing Ryan Walker, your co-host of the SportsGrad Podcast. Inside this episode you'll hear about Ryan's story and the key experiences that led him to begin work at Cricket Australia.   **** If you enjoy the podcast, would you please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes? It takes less than 60 seconds, and it really makes a difference in helping to convince hard-to-get...

If you're serious about making it into the sports industry then you need to listen to Ally. Ally is the People & Culture Manager at the ICC T20 Cricket World Cup 2020 and is responsible for employing their entire staff of 65 and over 500 volunteers. In this episode you will learn: - Ally's #1 tips for interviews, cover letters & resumes - How you can score a position working at the Men's T...