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S8: E2
How To Get Your Dream Job with NBA Marketing VP Jasmine C. Lipford
In this episode, Felicia is joined by Jasmine C. Lipford, Vice President of Marketing for the National Basketball Association, to discuss the ins and outs of working in the sports industry. Jasmine shares valuable insights on navigating the competitive world of sports marketing, emphasizing the importance of staying sharp and taking time to deliberate in decision-making. From demystifying the realities of working in professional sports to highlighting the diverse opportunities within the industry, this episode provides a comprehensive guide for anyone aspiring to pursue a career in sports marketing. Tune in to gain valuable advice and learn from Jasmine’s journey in the sports and entertainment realm.
Key Takeaways in this Episode:
- Deliberate Career Planning: Jasmine emphasizes the importance of intentional career moves and planning. She shares her journey from various roles in advertising, consumer packaged goods, and e-retail, to sports and entertainment, detailing how each step was a deliberate part of her goal towards becoming a Chief Marketing Officer (CMO). Her approach demonstrates the value of strategic career planning and having a clear vision of one’s career trajectory.
- Versatility and Skill Development: Throughout the conversation, Jasmine discusses the necessity of being versatile and acquiring a broad range of skills across different industries. This adaptability has not only enhanced her marketing acumen but also allowed her to thrive in diverse settings. She highlights the importance of learning from each experience and building a comprehensive skill set that includes both creative and analytical aspects of marketing.
- Understanding the Realities of Sports Marketing: Jasmine provides insights into the realities of working in sports marketing, contrasting it with other industries like CPG (Consumer Packaged Goods) and advertising. She discusses the dynamic and competitive nature of sports marketing, the need for innovation, and the sometimes unpredictable environment, which requires flexibility and a proactive approach. This realistic view helps set appropriate expectations for anyone looking to enter this field or any competitive industry.
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The Truth About Performance Improvement Plans! (Update)
S3:Ep 12
In this episode, I drop nuggets around the Performance Improvement Plan aka PIP…. a sad and sorry excuse of a development tool used by organizations for all the wrong reasons. I also share the 3 options you have when you are placed on a PIP.
If you are a Corporate Warrior, chances are you have been met with a PIP or at least a threat of a PIP in your career journey. Listen, this is a temporary situation that will lead you to your next stop on your journey. Yes, it’s a painful experience, especially if it’s not for legitimate performance issues. You can make it through the PIP experience and trust me, life gets better after a PIP.
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Producer’s Cut: The Truth About Failure!
S5:Ep 14 Producer’s Cut
In this episode, I speak from my heart about failure and give practical tips to minimize failure in your role. Many times we agree to be held to a standard of success that we did not define. Many times we don’t know what the expectations of us are. How can we exceed goals we don’t know or understand?
The key is in this episode.
Hint: Tap into your inner Claire Huxtable
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Mid-Year Check-In: How Are You Tracking On Your Objectives?
S3:Ep 27
In this episode, we talk about what you need to do to set yourself up for success for the rest of the year.
We are past the halfway point for the year. How are you tracking? Are you going to hit your deliverables by the end of the year? Are you working toward your next promotion? How is that going?
Even if the first half hasn’t started out so well or gone as planned. I have intentionally created 3 points of homework for you to implement this month. My goal is that you go to work with intention and a plan to thrive!
