Sports Industry Specialist Answers: Is It Still Worth Pursuing A Sports Career In 2025

This week, Tom Anderton reveals the behind-the-scenes of major sponsorship deals and why networking is the ultimate game-changer in a sports career. 🎙🏆

From working with Allianz in Munich and the UEFA Champions League in London to partnering with the Olympics and Paralympics, Tom shares how he climbed the ladder by absorbing knowledge, adding value, and being proactively curious. 🚀

In this episode, we explore:
🔥 How Champions League sponsorship rights are negotiated
🔑 The secret to getting influential people to help you
📚 Why doing your own research separates amateurs from professionals
🌐 The power of LinkedIn as a tool for connection and career growth
💡 Why passion for working in sport, not just watching it, is the key to long-term success

Tom dives deep into how to make meaningful connections, find mentors, and position yourself as someone people want to speak with. If you’re interested in opportunities in sports media and sponsorship, this episode is packed with value!

Episode out now on all major podcast platforms! 🎧