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A Riff on the Padres/MLB/RSN and the Business of Sports…

Wakeman Consulting Group: Dave's Blog

Is it possible for the Padres and MLB to maintain the same business model and revenue now that Diamond Sports Group has walked away from its media rights deal? In too many cases, sports teams think they are top of mind, but they aren’t. all cover sports as a foundational aspect of their community.

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Research = Opportunity! 8 Lessons From the Some of the World’s Biggest Sports Brands…

Wakeman Consulting Group: Dave's Blog

In the last 18 months working with some of the world’s biggest sports brands, I’ve done research that has taught me the importance of market research to build strong brands and grow sales. I’ve put together 8 key lessons that will help you do a better job researching your market so you can make more sales. There’s no order.

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Pricey! That’s What Watching Sports on TV is Going to Become! Also, UX v. Ticketmaster!

Wakeman Consulting Group: Dave's Blog

It is going to be expensive to watch sports : Paying the full price is likely to change people’s habits. Links : The Wall Street Journal looks into Taylor Swift’s tickets : This piece looks at the issues on the resale market, at on-sale, and the drivers of spec tickets, newbie sellers, and more. (What Brand Codes do we use?)

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“Are You Relevant?” That’s the First Question for the Arts/Sports/Entertainment Businesses?

Wakeman Consulting Group: Dave's Blog

A few of the things that stuck with me as I went back through the recording and my notes: The correct question right now is about “relevance” : It isn’t whether or not arts/culture/entertainment/sports is dying, but it is about relevance. ” That’s the First Question for the Arts/Sports/Entertainment Businesses?

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Tech-Driven Success: Business Lessons from Elite Athletes

Chad Barr

It highlighted how sport climbing athletes are using motion-sensor suits to gather crucial data, allowing them to tailor their training with precision. By tracking sales trends, customer behaviors, and employee productivity, companies can pinpoint areas for improvement. ” This applies to business as much as it does to sports.

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Consulting Sales Systems That Work for Introverts with Bob Burg: Podcast #16

Consulting Success

Transform your failures into success in no time by implementing sales systems that will work for you. Description: Bob Burg is a sought-after speaker at company leadership and sales conferences around the world. He started out as a sports broadcaster for a local radio station, then landed a spot as a TV news broadcaster.

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For Solopreneurs, Business Development = Relationship Development

Successful Independent Consulting

First, solopreneurs are experts who are good at helping clients solve problems or achieve certain goals, but they are not usually trained in sales or marketing. If you look up any definition of the term business development , you won't find the word "sales" because there's no selling involved. Therefore, don't think of it as sales!