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Passive Income Ideas For Coaches

If you're a sports coach looking to generate income in different ways besides trading time for money, then this is the episode for you. These passive income ideas will allow you to use the skills and knowledge you already have, and turn them into passive income opportunities for your business. 

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Are Social Media Mixtapes Ruining Youth Athletics?

In this episode, I discuss what could be playing a role in ruining youth athletics as we know it. This comes after a video shows clips of 3rd-grade basketball players showing off to the opposing team in ways that are seen at the high school level and higher. People are debating whether this is due to the rise in social media highlight reels, as players try to embarrass each other for views. However, I break down some other areas that could be playing a role that are not talked about enough.

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Double Your Sign-Ups With Content 

In this episode, I discuss how to create content that will double your sign-ups as a sports organization or skills coach. I share a breakdown of how to determine the type of content to create while providing real-world examples. I also give you the step-by-step process of how athletes decide to join a program they've seen on social media.

After this episode, you will know what type of content to post and the proper steps to increase engagement on each piece you post. You will also understand th mindset you need to have in order to create content that makes a difference in your organization.

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Save Hours Of Video Editing With This One Trick

Are you a coach/sports organization creating your own content, and looking for a way to save time editing highlight videos for your team? Do you have a young intern that could use some more help finding your video clips? This episode I explain one simple trick while filming that can save HOURS in the post-production process.

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Creating Your Own Sports Media Outlet w/ Brandon Tyson

In this episode, we sit down with Brandon Tyson, CEO & Founder of Virginia Sports Network. Brandon is a well-known content creator in the Metro Virginia area and has since gone on to create his own sports news outlet. He shares his advice to new creatives looking to build a career in sports videography, shares hard truths about how to navigate clients, and important lessons to avoid rookie mistakes.

In the second half of the episode, Brandon dives deep into how he created Virginia Sports Network and what it took to make it happen. He shares what is truly needed if others are looking to create their own sports news network and the types of people needed.

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What It Takes To Be A Top Sports Coach w/ Malcolm Bell

In this episode, we talk to Malcolm Bell of Undefeated Quarterback Training. This was a value-packed episode as Malcolm shares his experiences as the go-to quarterback coach in Virginia. Malcolm breaks down how he got his start, what coaches are doing wrong, the importance of social media, how to set your brand apart, and so much more! 

Why Your Sports Organization Needs To Be On YouTube TODAY

In this episode, Gabe talks about why sports organizations need to be building their brand. With so many social media platforms, it's important to have a plan for which ones are worth your time as an owner. YouTube has many benefits that are still superior to other platforms and are important for the growth of organizations.

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F1 Racing: How They Created New Fans & How You Can Too

In this episode, Gabe does a solo episode discussing how he found a new love for Formula 1 Racing and why you should be following in their footsteps. This type of marketing is the BEST way to get new fans, get more sponsorships, and get more donations for your organizations. This is also a great way to create more pieces of content for multiple social media platforms.

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THE PODCAST IS BACK

In this episode, Gabe breaks down what the future plans are for the podcast. He explains how Aaron and himself plan to create valuable content for everyone, including new formats for a few episodes 

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The College Football Journey of Timone Brown

In this episode, Coach Timone Brown of Won Up Prep Academy shares his journey of how he reached the University of Charleston to play college football years ago. This is a powerful story that can inspire all to continue to fight through adversity. Share this episode to inspire your athletes or the members of your staff.

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Is Marketing The Solution To Gender Inequality In Basketball? 

In this episode, we discuss the continued fight against the large wage gap within professional basketball. There seems to be a clear imbalance between men’s and women’s athletics, with the NCAA showing clear signs through their actions in recent years. We cover the wages of WNBA players and the struggles they are continuing to fight. Lastly, we give our opinions on what can be done to correct these mistakes at all levels of athletics

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State of The Union For Sports Creatives 

In this episode, we discuss the lay of the land from our experiences as sports creatives. We talk in detail about what many sports creatives feel but don't always say when dealing with clients, parents, and athletes. We also speak directly to other creatives on how to overcome some of the challenges they may come across in their journey. This conversation can greatly improve interactions with your local sports creative and allow creatives to think about how they choose to navigate their careers while interacting with the public.

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What We Can Learn From Bishop Sycamore

In this episode, we discuss the Bishop Sycamore scandal that shocked the high school football world. They were somehow able to trick players into believing that the program was able to get them to the next level of their football careers. Bishop Sycamore was also able to play a nationally televised game against one of the top teams in the country, while convincing ESPN that they had ranked D1 college prospects. We consider the lessons we can learn and how a situation like this can be avoided. 

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The One Important Word To Focus On In Your Business

In this episode we discuss how focusing on one word can improve the marketing of your sports organization. We have seen too many organizations spend their time in the wrong places and struggle to get the results they are looking to achieve. We break down this topic with different examples of who's doing it right and who's doing it wrong. After listening to this episode, you will be able to direct attention to the areas that really matter and solve many of the struggles sports businesses face.

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How To Get NIL Sponsorships | NIL Series PT 5 

In this episode, we finish our NIL Series by giving athletes the methods to secure NIL sponsorships. We explain how college athletes at all levels can take advantage of this time, especially at the local level.

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NIL Series Pt. 4: Coaching and Recruiting 

In this episode, we discuss how the NIL will play a role in the coaching and recruiting landscape. We cover what high school and college coaches should be thinking about when dealing with their team and what athletes need to be mindful of when selecting a college in the NIL era.

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How To Build A Personal Brand

In this episode, we go into tactical ways athletes can build a brand off of their NIL.

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What Is Personal Branding?

In this episode, we discuss what personal branding is and why it's important for athletes to know. Athletes will come away with an easy-to-understand explanation of personal branding and ideas to think about when building their own personal brand.

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What Is NIL?

In this episode, we give a quick description of what NIL (Name, Image, and Likeness) is and why it is a great opportunity for college athletes of all levels. This is part 1 of our 5-part series discussing the topic of NIL aimed to help athletes understand how to capitalize off this moment in time.

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In this episode, Coach Timone Brown explains how Virginia football is continuing to grow to the levels of states like Florida, Texas, California, and more. He explains where we have already started to see the growth of high school sports as an area for athletes to begin to capitalize on their success on the field. 

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This is episode is part 2 of my talk with Brandon Tyson, where we go into detail about how he got into sports videography. He shares some of the hard lessons he's had to realize when he decided to grow his business. 

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In this episode, I talk to Brandon Tyson, founder of Tyson Visuals, a videography brand based in Richmond, VA. In part one, he shares his background as a former division 1 football player, and what it took for him to reach that level. Brandon goes into detail about the mentality student-athletes need in order to take on the challenge of working to get playing time, having bad seasons, and transitioning from high school to college athletics.

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In this episode, I give a quick summary of the Sport of Business podcast and why I decided to create it! It's going to be packed full of valuable information for anyone involved in sports!

In this episode, I talk to Damon Silvestro of Silvestro Basketball Training. We talk bout his experience working with youth athletes as a coach with Colonial Height Middle School and Underground Phenoms AAU program. 

Damon Silvestro is the owner of Silvestro Basketball Training based in Colonial Heights Virginia. He has worked with a number of youth and college athletes through his own training, working with Underground Phenoms, and coaching at Colonial Heights Middle School.

We touch on subjects like:

• What should young athletes do during this time 
• How should coaches handle getting videographers for the team 
• How he got his start in coaching
• What athletes need to think about when picking an AAU program
• How he grew his training business 

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0:33 - Background Info 

1:59 - How has the playing level changed from the past? 

2:55 - Beginning of Coaching Career 

6:39 - The AAU Process 

12:53 - Advice for Youth Athletes Looking at College Ball 

17:49 - Start of Underground Phenoms 

19:38 - Start of Silvestro Basketball Training

21:05 - Tips for Beginning Basketball Trainers 

24:56 - How Basketball Players Can Get Better on Their Own 

26:03 - Advice To Parents 

32:54 - Current Trends in Richmond Youth Basketball 

34:52 - Buying a Video Camera  

36:46 - What's Next for SBT 

40:19 - Final Message to Athletes 

40:39 - Learn more about Damon

This was a great conversation that can help so many individuals in the sports world!

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This episode comes from my video on "Handling Quarantine as a Sports Video Creator". I talk about what I am doing without sports to film and my suggestions for creators going through the same struggles. I also offer some advice to athletes and others involved in the sports industry on ways to think about this time we have during self-Isolation.