Many young people seem to think that sports-related careers are more
glamorous than other careers. They might be
wrong in thinking so. Some examples of a career in sports are sports coach,
sports teacher, sports writer and athletic director. These jobs involve plenty
of hard work, irregular hours and a high energy level.
Just like other careers, sports careers have their pros and cons. The most
obvious drawback is the salary. It is
usually lower than desired. Another drawback is that the job requires putting in
long and irregular hours. Working till late at night, sixty to seventy hours a
week is to be expected.
On the other hand, there are some benefits. Besides enjoying their work, many
people in a sports career can get extended time off. For example, those who work
as sports masters or teachers in schools have vacation breaks between semesters
or during the long holidays.
If you are interested in checking out a sports career, you have to undergo
some type of training first. This is important. This is true in specialized
areas such as sports journalism, coaching and sports administration.
To obtain basic preparation, we have to sign up for an appropriate college
program. Many colleges offer courses in sports management, sports medicine,
physical education or other related areas. while pursuing the course, it is a
good idea to take on a volunteer or part-time role in a sports organization. By
getting some firsthand experience, we can be surer if a sports-related career is
something we genuinely want to pursue. |