If you are looking to get hired in a sports position, it can be a daunting process. There are applications to fill out, companies to research, and resumes to update considering the latest trends and expectations. On the other hand, it can be just as daunting for companies looking to hire. My guest, leadership and hiring consultant Yama Ogunyemi helps clear up some of the questions surrounding hiring and gives tips on how to be the best candidate, as well as find the best candidate. She gathers her years of corporate experience to support small businesses that need the strategy of a consultant and the partnership of a coach. Tune in and learn how to position yourself for success.

In this episode, we cover: 

• How to position yourself as a stand-out job applicant
• The best way to use connections and your network to find a position
• How hiring managers can attract and hire the best employees

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Episode 19: Part 2 with Alena Luciani

Be sure to check out episode 18 for part 1 of my interview with Alena.

In this episode, I continue my discussion with Alena Luciani (she/her), the founder, educator, and strength & conditioning coach behind Training2XL. We discuss creating spaces to have difficult conversations around inclusivity and diversity in the sports industry. The price point for sports can often leave people behind. Alena is working to close the gap to help sports program participation and coaching be more accessible for a diverse population. 

In this episode, we cover: 

• Getting more diverse voices into the strengthening and conditioning industry
• Supporting initiatives and organizations that benefit your local community
• Reading books and having difficult discussions that open you to self-reflection

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Alena Luciani (she/her) is the founder, educator, and strength & conditioning coach behind Training2XL. Alena grew up immersed in sports and went on to be a 5-year student-athlete at WLU playing basketball and lacrosse, where she completed her degree in Kinesiology. She then went on to receive her Masters of Sports Science and Recreation with a distinction in Coaching from Ohio University. Her pursuit of education continued by becoming certified as a Strength & Conditioning Specialist with the National Strength & Conditioning Association and a USA Weightlifting Sport Performance Coach. Alena has a passion for supporting athletes in sport and athletes in life with their performance through training, programming, and coaching, as well as educating other coaches and movement practitioners with clinics, courses, and mentorship. In today's episode, Alena shares how to use your strengths to find your passion and purpose.

In this episode, we cover: 

• Playing to your strengths
• How saying no to one thing can open up doors to something better
• Being assertive, confident, and proving people wrong

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If you haven't already, be sure to check out episode 16 for the first part of my interview with Ana. 

Ana Ramirez is creating a movement of passionate and supportive women that connect through fitness. Her project aims to empower women by sharing real stories of inspiring women and supporting women-led enterprises related to sports and fitness. She wants to break the stigma of feeling like you already need to be fit to join a gym or class. Through creating a supportive community, The Fit Girl Movement helps women become physically and mentally stronger while learning to love and accept themselves. 

In this episode, we cover: 

• The Fit Girl Movement
• Benefits of taking a social entrepreneurship course
• The importance of building connections and creating a community
• Networking through Instagram

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Ana Ramirez is a runner, Zumba instructor, Yoga teacher, fitness advocate, and soon-to-be mindfulness coach. She hated sports as a kid, but after some unexpected life turns, dancing and running became the place to de-stress and be herself. Not only that but jumping into fitness provided her with a community where she could share these passions. Ana recently created The Fit Girl Movement to help women become physically and mentally stronger with the help of a supportive community. Her project shares real stories of inspiring women and reliable information about health and wellness and organizes activities to connect and network. 

In this episode, we cover: 

• What it's like to balance working as a graphic designer, zumba instructor, yoga teacher, and business owner
• The process of getting an instructor certification
• What makes a great instructor stand out from the rest
• The importance of building connections and creating a community

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If you haven't already, be sure to check out episode 14 for the first part of my interview with Glit LeFever. 

Glit is the captain of Denver's top roller derby travel team and the owner and creator of Glass Hands Hair Co. Her teammates rallied around her when she started her business, volunteering packaging art, time, and enthusiasm. What she thought would just be a business to create products for herself and friends quickly blew up and she's using her platform to help others. In part 2 of my interview with Glit, we discuss how she uses her small business to support organizations that further social justice efforts.

In this episode, we cover: 

• Using tee-shirts to bring awareness and protest of social issues
• How to choose which organization to donate to

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Something that often drives people towards sports is the feeling of being part of a community; celebrating together, going through difficult times together, and supporting each other through team and personal growth. Glit LeFever, the captain of Denver's top roller derby travel team, gives us a behind-the-scenes look at life as a professional athlete and the power of building a community with your teammates. She explains the virtues of kindly coaching others, pushing yourself towards growth, and the difficulties of playing a full-contact sport in the Covid era. In this episode, learn how pushing yourself past fear can help you find your passion. 

In this episode, we cover: 

• What it looks like to play for a roller derby travel team
• Compensation and sponsorships for roller derby
• Opportunities and challenges in the league
• Glass Hands Hair Co.

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If you haven't yet, be sure to tune in to episode 12 for part 1 of my interview with Hilary Arentz-Huffman.  

In part 2 of my interview with Hilary, we dive into her humanitarian spirit. Hilary teaches many training sessions at an assisted living facility for adults with special needs who want to live a more independent life. She shares insight into what it is like working with adults with special needs, as well as how she has found a passion for helping them tap into their version of what strong is. 

Hilary earned a B.S. in Kinesiology from CSULB. Her training style varies from one-on-one sessions, to virtual small group classes. She is currently in the process of creating a larger online presence with an on-demand library of live classes. Her goal is to provide a fully inclusive, judgement-free space where all bodies, and all levels of strength are celebrated. Play is encouraged, because fitness should be FUN, and feel good!

In this episode, we cover: 

• How to get involved in working with adults with special needs
• How Hilary uses different activities to promote fitness and fun
• How to adapt your training to teach different people at different levels

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In this episode, I chat with Hilary Arentz-Huffman about what it looks like to be a Certified Personal Trainer. Hilary shares how she got started as a trainer, as well as the opportunities that are now available for those eager to work in the health and fitness industry. 

Hilary earned a B.S. in Kinesiology from CSULB. Her training style varies from one-on-one sessions, to virtual small group classes. She is currently in the process of creating a larger online presence with an on-demand library of live classes. Her goal is to provide a fully inclusive, judgement-free space where all bodies, and all levels of strength are celebrated. Play is encouraged, because fitness should be FUN, and feel good!

In this episode, we cover: 

• The day to day role as a Certified Personal Trainer
• The difference between working with clients one-on-one, in groups, or virtually
• How Hilary's role and environment have changed over the past year due to the pandemic

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Welcome to another episode of the Passion To Legacy podcast. In this episode, we look back at episodes 2 through 10. I take a deep dive into the role and responsibilities of the guests from the past 9 episodes. 

Patty Ahlman - Recreational Partner Acrobatics and Handstand Coach

Gina Franz - Sports Marketing & Partnerships

Kim Brady - Soccer Coach & Business Coach

Kelly Baird - Senior Brand Partner Strategist

Mandy Bauer - Director of Hospitality

In this episode, we cover:

• The various job roles and descriptions
• The hard and soft skills that somebody would need to succeed in these roles

If you're a sports business professional or you're looking to break into the sports industry but unsure where to start, I invite you to send me a message. Let's jump on a call and see if we would be a good fit for working together. Tune in to this episode  or visit the show notes for details on the 3 ways you can work with me.

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