In this episode of Talent Chasing, Brian Johnson and Chad Sowash dissect their interview with John Harris, owner of AthLife, and explore the complexities of athlete transitions into the real world, the implications of the NIL (Name, Image, Likeness) landscape, and the importance of unions in both sports and corporate environments. They discuss the challenges faced by collegiate athletes, the need for employee development in businesses, and the often-overlooked human element in analytics and corporate decision-making.

Takeaways

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Challenge Chasing

04:54 Navigating the NIL Landscape

07:00 The Fantasy of Professional Sports

09:59 The Importance of Unions in Sports and Beyond

12:46 Employee Development in Corporate America

15:46 The Human Element in Business Analytics