Dear Buffy,
I would like to obtain a general management position within the Boston Red Sox, Boston Bruins, Providence Bruins or Pawtucket Red Sox. Unfortunately I have only supervisory experience with a mutual fund company and an insurance company. Any pointers on how to sell myself to one of these companies?
Sincerely,Wannabe GM
Dear Wannabe GM,
A typical counsel of any executive recruiter, if you've had extensive experience in another business and not in the industry to which you are making a transition , personal contact with the head of the other business or his colleagues or friends (in this case the teams) who believes that your experience can benefit that organization is really the best way to make that transition. To improve your networking opportunities, volunteer for any of these teams in day of game operations, box office, retail or even volunteer for the city sports commission. Lastly, taking a class at a local college where professionals go to improve their skills in sports could also be helpful.
- Buffy
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