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The SportsGrad Podcast
Ever thought "I'd love to work in sport!" but have no idea where to start?
You're in the right place.
Join Reuben Williams (ex-Cricket Australia) each week to learn about jobs in the sports industry and how the people in those jobs forged a career they love.
If you're trying to find your place in the industry, need some inspiration on what to do to get started, or just want to keep your finger on the pulse... you're going to love this catalogue of interviews.
For more help to take the next step…
Episodes
The SportsGrad Podcast#58: 5 Things to Focus on in 2021
Struggling to know where to start this year? Reuben and Ryan are kicking off the New Year of bite-sized eps with ‘5 things to focus on in 2021.’ We all want to…
The SportsGrad Podcast#57: Armaan Ahluwalia (Kansas City Chiefs) - How Curiosity and Persistence led to the Super Bowl
We've kicked off 2021 with a bang! Meet the Championship Winning Manager of Business Analytics at the Kansas City Chiefs – Armaan Ahluwalia! In 2015, Armaan…
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Rebroadcast | Nathan O'Brien (Tennis Australia) - Tennis Australia Event Operations Manager (Australian Open)
** Nathan moved on to the role of Executive Manager - Event Operations at the Melbourne Cricket Club. Watch the original YouTube interview here Nathan O'Brien…
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Rebroadcast | Joel Morrison - W/BBL Commercial & Operations Manager
** Joel is now the CEO of Northern Territory Cricket Watch the original YouTube interview here What you can learn from Joel: The pathway that lead him to be…
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Rebroadcast | Antonia Beggs (Cricket Australia) - Cricket Australia Interim EGM of Broadcasting & Commercial
** Antonia is now Head of Partnerships and Fan Experience at Cricket Australia Watch the original YouTube interview here Meet Antonia Beggs, the former…
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Rebroadcast | Belinda Clark (Cricket Australia) - Executive General Manager of Community Cricket at Cricket Australia
Watch the original youtube interview here Playing community cricket is a big part of a lot of our summers, but what kind of work goes on behind-the-scenes to…
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#56: Best of 2020
The year is coming to an end which means it's time to look back and reflect. In this episode we: Recap the year that was at SportsGrad Share the best moments…
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#55: 5 Ways To Get The Most Out Of Event Work
Sport and Event Work goes hand in hand and there are so many opportunities available for students to get involved and gain outstanding experiences. We want to…
The SportsGrad Podcast#54: Eliza Howard (Tennis Australia) - How to Swap Codes during a Pandemic
Want to know how you can differentiate yourself in a competitive job market? This week’s guest Eliza Howard overcame redundancy in 2020 to land on her feet as…
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#53: 5 Alternative Grassroots Sponsorship Ideas
Looking for ways to bring in revenue at your local club? Wanting ideas to increase your club culture? Keen to gain outstanding examples to show in your future…
The SportsGrad Podcast#52: Nic Laube (Brisbane Heat) - How the Heat Grew a Mass Social Media Following
The BBL is back! To celebrate the return, we go behind the scenes into the content team of the largest social media following of any Australian sports club…
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#51: 5 Power Moves to pull in Interviews
You may think that ‘interviewers’ have all the power. However, with preparation, you can increase your influence on the interview panel. In this episode, we…
The SportsGrad Podcast#50: Finn Bradshaw (ICC) - How cricket.com.au was built
This week we raise the bat for episode 50! And what better guest to mark the milestone than Finn Bradshaw – Head of Digital at ICC in Dubai! Finn is an…
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#49: 3 ways to understand the Australian Sporting Landscape
To all the International students out there, this one is for you! One of the biggest problems we hear from International students is that they don’t have the…
The SportsGrad Podcast#48: Neel Shah (India on Track) - What the East can teach the West about Sport
This week we are delighted to introduce you to Neel Shah – direct from Mumbai, India! Neel is a sports marketing professional with over eighteen years of…
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#47: 5 Ways to get the most out of a Virtual Conference
As the Australia Sports Tech Conference approaches this Friday, we want to make sure you are prepared to make the most of the day! 2020 is the year of the…
The SportsGrad Podcast#46: Erin Kearney (VALD Performance) - How to launch your Career in High Performance Technology
Could you imagine yourself working with the world’s leading high-performance technology every day? That’s exactly the reality for Erin Kearney, Marketing…
The SportsGrad Podcast#45: Cam O'Riordan (Sports TG) - Learnings from a Career in Sports Technology
Like the idea of working in an array of global sports such as AFL, Basketball, Soccer, Rugby and Surfing? How about working with Executives at NSOs down to…
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#44: 4 Steps to Networking at a Virtual Conference
The Australia Sports Technology Conference is coming up on the 20th of November, so we want to make sure you’re prepared to make the absolute most of your…
The SportsGrad Podcast#43: Justin Harman - How to launch your career in Sports Technology
This week we enter the world of Sports Technology with Justin Harman! Justin (Sports Tech World Series Operations Manager and Australian Sports Technologies…
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#42: 4 ways to deal with University stress
Stressed out about university? Overwhelmed with exams and assignments? Anxious about your results? We’ve got you. Listen in as University of Notre Dame Alumni…
The SportsGrad Podcast#41: Eray Saban (Marvel Stadium) - How to Launch your Career in Event Management
Could you imagine yourself running up to 80 of Australia's biggest major stadium events a year across AFL, Cricket, Soccer and Concerts? That is the reality…
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#40: Month in Review (October)
Tick off the calendar, make a list of goals and…. listen to The SportsGrad Podcast October Review! Yes, it’s already that time of the month! Welcome to your…
The SportsGrad Podcast#39: Mitch Woods (St Kilda FC) - How To Sell Sponsorship at your Grassroots Club
Want to know how you can sell sponsorship at your grassroots club? Look no further than this week’s guest, Mitch Woods – Commercial Growth Manager at the St…
The SportsGrad Podcast#38: Grand Final Special - Kevin Wilson (Richmond FC)- Behind the Scenes of the 2020 AFL Premiership
What if we told you that in your first 4 years of work you would win 3 AFL premierships? That is precisely what Richmond FC Football Technology Officer, Kevin…
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#37: Live Job Application
Join the SportsGrad members for FREE thanks to Dollar Shave Club! 1. Get your Starter Box for just $15 from www.dollarshaveclub.com/sportsgrad 2. Send a…
The SportsGrad Podcast#36: Ryan Walker - 3 years into my Career at Cricket Australia
Welcome to Ryan week! After Reuben's reflections last week, it was only appropriate we turned to Ryan to find out the top things he has learnt from starting…
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#35: How To Structure Your Resume
How should I structure my resume? What is the most important information to include? How do I show my personality? All these questions and more are answered in…
The SportsGrad Podcast#34: Reuben Williams - Learnings from 3 years at Cricket Australia
Presenting your special guest… with a twist! This week we are joined by none other than our very own, Reuben Williams. After officially farewelling Cricket…
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Bonus: SportsGrad Members + Reuben's interview on The Digital Rookie Podcast
In this Bonus Episode we announce the launch of the SportsGrad Members platform coming later this month, plus tune into a rebroadcast of Reuben's interview on…
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#33: How to use your Friends as Guinea Pigs (Part 1)
Welcome to Part 1 of How to use your friends as Guinea Pigs! We know that work experience opportunities can seem few and far between for students and…
The SportsGrad Podcast#32: Bec Bruhn (PGA of Australia) - How to Cement your Place in the Sports Industry
What if we told you your first week in sport would be working at the NRL Preliminary and Grand Final in Sydney? That was precisely the introduction into…
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#31: Month in Review (September)
Wondering what happened on The SportsGrad Podcast this month? Welcome to our first Month In Review! This episode is your one-stop-shop September recap, as we…
The SportsGrad Podcast#30: Gavin Mahony (Leading Teams) - How to Create your Personal Trademark
What is your personal trademark? This week we are joined by Gavin Mahony, Facilitator for Leading Teams – an organisation that develops high performing people…
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#29: 3 Steps To Create New & Genuine Relationships On LinkedIn
Are you browsing job boards constantly without any luck? Did you know that 80% of jobs are not advertised? The 'hidden job market' is very real and it all…
The SportsGrad Podcast#28: Kath Loughnan (Fox Sports) - How to Launch A Career in Sports Journalism
Whether you are a fan of AFL or cricket (or sport in general), you will be familiar with this week’s guest! Introducing Kath Loughnan - Presenter for Fox…
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#27: The 4 Key Habits To Start Today
There is no better time than the present to start building lifelong habits. In this episode our very own Ryan Walker runs you through his 4 proven and…
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#26: Ritchie Hinton (Table Tennis Victoria) - How to Launch your Career as a Player Agent
Want to know exactly what it takes to become a Player Agent? Strap yourself in, as we dive into the world of Sport Player Management through the lens of…
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#25: The 4 Unknown Jobs in Sport
We know that you’re here because you love sport. But if we asked you specifically 'what job in sport do you want', would you know the answer? If not, then this…
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#24: Lina Staropoli (Cricket Australia) - How To Get Outstanding Global Experience In Sport
Like the sound of the following global sporting events? ICC Women’s T20 World Cup FIFA World Cup Formula 1 Grand Prix Major League Soccer Australian Swimming…
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#23: Work Experience - Benefits, applying and how to succeed
Work Experience + Sport = Success. It’s an undeniable equation. But it can also seem a daunting and challenging prospect for many students. In this episode we…
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#22: Hayley Hamp (Collingwood FC) - How to Launch your Career in Sports Marketing
Ever imagined what it would be like to work in the marketing team for the biggest sporting club in the country? It’s an everyday reality for this week’s guest…
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#21: 4 Strategies to Differentiate Yourself
There has been no more important time than now to stand out in sport. We all know how competitive the sports industry can be and the current lack of…
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#20: Carlo Kasparian (FFA) - How One Volunteer Position Can Launch Your Career
Introducing Carlo Kasparian – GM of Digital Marketing and Content at Football Federation Australia! Carlo – a Bachelor of Business and Marketing Graduate at…
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#19: How To Use Your Friends To Identify Your Strengths
It’s the burning question that could be in your next job interview. “How would a friend describe you?” You could second guess, or even make it up. But why not…
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#18: Eliza Dewar (Carlton FC) - How To Network Your Way Into A Job
What if we told you a casual coffee could turn into your dream job in the AFL? That’s exactly what happened for Marketing and Communications Professional…
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#17: 6 Questions You Should Be Asking Yourself To Decide Where To Take Your Career
Searching for your avenue into the sports industry? The most important step you can initially take is to uncover your own strengths and capabilities – and…
The SportsGrad Podcast#16: Garth Towan (Olympics) - How to become a Sports Lawyer for the Olympic Games
This week we bring you a very special episode direct from Olympic House, Switzerland! Garth Towan (Commercial Counsel) gives us an incredible account into his…
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#15: How to Approach a Mentor
Seeking out a mentor can seem like a daunting task. But in reality, it is far from that. And the result can be a priceless resource for advancing your career…
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#14: Tom Richardson (AFL) - How to Launch a Career in the AFL
Keen to find out what it’s like working at the AFL? This week we get a sneak peek inside AFL House as we chat with young-gun Tom Richardson - Licensing…
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Bonus: Redundancy to Relaunch - The SportsGrad Backstory
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…
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#13: How to Add Outstanding Experience to your Resume Immediately
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…
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#12: Natalie Lebamoff (Chicago Bulls) - How to Launch Your Career in the NBA
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…
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#11: The Five 5s To Set You Up For Success This Semester
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…
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#10: Lauren Boothby (North Melbourne FC) - Inside the World of Sports Analytics
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…
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#9: How to Overcome the 4 Fears of Networking
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…
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#8: Michael Wolfert (Cincinnati Bengals) - How to Launch Your Career in the NFL
This week SportsGrad comes to you directly from Cincinnati, Ohio USA! In Episode 8 we chat with Michael Wolfert - Corporate Partnership Account Coordinator at…
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#7: Aimee White (Richmond FC) - How to Create a Role for Yourself in Sport
This week we chat to Aimee White – Education Partnerships Coordinator at the Richmond Football Club! After starting her journey at her local grassroots Cricket…
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#6: 4 Things I Didn't Expect When I Started Working In Sport
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…
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#5: Hamish MacInnes (Werribee FC/AFL) - How to Embrace the Sports Management Grind and Pursue the Career of your Dreams
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…