What Type Of Person Thrives In The Sports Industry, According To A Project Manager At KINEXON Sports
To thrive in the fast-paced sports industry, individuals must be "independent and self-sufficient," comfortable with "uncertainty" and rapid changes, such as last-minute travel requests ("can you fly to Indianapolis this Thursday?"). Success also demands adaptability, problem-solving skills, and the ability to navigate diverse personalities under pressure, understanding that one is "one piece to support the team."
Project Management, Problem-Solving, Adaptability, Teamwork, Fast-paced Environment
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Patrick Song
Project Manager
KINEXON Sports & Media Inc
University of Notre Dame, 2012
UCLA Anderson MBA
Economics
Sports & Fitness
Operations and Project Management
None Applicable
Video Highlights
1. Individuals who thrive in this industry are self-sufficient and comfortable with independence.
2. The ability to adapt to changing circumstances and unexpected tasks is crucial.
3. Problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively under pressure are highly valued in this fast-paced environment.
Transcript
How would you describe people who typically thrive in this industry?
You have to be self-sufficient in this industry. I'll first talk about my role. You need to be independent and self-sufficient.
You must be good at not being micromanaged, able to set your own schedule, and comfortable with uncertainty. You have to accept that each day can be very different and things can change quickly.
In the beginning, when we were scaling, there were days my manager would say, "Hey Patrick, can you fly to Indianapolis this Thursday?" You had to be willing to just say yes and do the work.
You need to be okay with things not going according to plan. It’s also important to have backup plans and solutions in place.
This industry is very fast-paced, especially in sports. As you move up from college to professional levels, it becomes even faster. You have to be comfortable dealing with many personalities.
Understand that you are one piece supporting the team, and they are under a lot of pressure. This is especially true if a team expects to win but is losing. They are getting pressure from the top down.
You need to be very proactive, responsive, and able to solve problems very quickly.