Sports and the Web3 Era
𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐢𝐬 𝐚𝐧 𝐍𝐅𝐓?
Basically it is a digital asset that you own and can trade or sell with other people. However, you actually own the asset much like if you went into the a store and purchased a piece of art. It is another form of currency, but is similar to buying a piece of unique art.
Day 2 of the MLB Lockout 2021
The current @MLB Collective Bargaining Agreement ended on Dec. 1, 2021 at 11.59 pm ET. This is the 9th labor stoppage in modern MLB history. A labor stoppage takes two forms - a strike and a lockout.
Sports Attorney Opens Sports Consulting Business
Alex Sinatra is a sports attorney and sports business consultant who helps women & women-owned businesses in the sports & esports industries gain clarity, confidence, & grow their businesses. The industry can be tough for minorities, and Alex has had her fair share of tough situations, which is why she decided to be the resource for those in the space who have been consistently discriminated against.
How to be an ally in sports
What can those in positions of power do to stop these experiences?
My experience in the sports world has been equally marred by inappropriate and indecent behavior toward me by men. Usually, the men are in positions of power. I have had experiences as strong as physical abuse and verbal abuse to seemingly smaller aggressions via Twitter DMs.
How to get a job in the sports industry: 3 Tips
People come to me often and want to know the “secret” to getting a job in sport. They always ask what path is the “right” path to follow. Spoiler alert: there is no right way. Don’t get me wrong, there are ways that make it easier, but you can’t follow a simple mold to get into the industry. These three tips will set you on the right path so you have a strong foundation from the start.
8 hours of sleep is a myth - sports edition
Once I recognized that I could sleep in phases, the game changed for me. Humans naturally have nap times built into our bodies. From 1-3pm and 5-7pm it is perfectly fine to take a 30-90 minute nap without disrupting our nighttime sleep. You don’t even have to actually fall asleep, but just be still and not disturbed so your body can relax.
𝐓𝐨𝐩 𝟑 𝐦𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐤𝐞𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐬𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐬 𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬
While I read the Art of War, I couldn’t help but glean principles relevant to the sports industry. In this article, I will emphasize the characteristics he points out in the book that lead to being both a good and bad leader. This can apply to anyone in a leadership position and those aspiring to be leaders, from General Managers to Point Guards to General Counsels.
Athletes should monetize their name, image, and likeness cautiously
I have always been and remain to be 100% behind student athletes profiting from their name, image, and likeness. Throughout undergrad and law school, I was a staunch supporter of the athletes and have voiced very strong anti-NCAA sentiments. My views continue to be with the athletes in mind, however, they should be cautious of who to trust and how to build their brands.
3 Books Sports Professionals Must Read
These books will give you a masterclass on leadership, building a global brand, and the power of optimism. The strategies I offer through my strategic sports business consulting implement a wide variety of skills I have learned and honed throughout my career.
How to Fix the Top 3 Pain Points in Sports Front Offices
I have worked in front offices and had numerous colleagues, friends, and acquaintances who have worked the highest leagues including NBA, WNBA, MLS, NFL, NHL, and more. However, I have seen a patterns in the pain points at each of these levels. There are similarities in problems professional and semi-professional teams and leagues deal with on a daily basis.