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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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Business Development and Networking During a Pandemic Lockdown

Successful Independent Consulting

I don’t know how to do sales! Thinking of you, -- Liz I closed the emails with “no need to reply” to help avoid being perceived as “sales-y”. Now that people aren’t commuting or racing around to take their kids to sports practice or lessons, it’s a terrific opportunity to connect. Will I be able to find enough work?

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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!

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Pay Attention to the Trenches, Not the Stars

Markovitz Consulting

Prior to the Super Bowl last Sunday, you couldn’t pick up a sports section without reading about the duel between Tom Brady, the greatest quarterback of all time, and Patrick Mahomes, the best quarterback in the game today. the visionary CEO. Yes, they’re important. the organization’s stars won’t shine.

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