If you don't love what you are doing, why are you doing it? - Leon Costello, Athletic Director, Montana State (E.036)

from That's a Job? Podcast with Nate Clayberg · host Nate Clayberg

After Leon Costello graduated high school, he played basketball and studied exercise science at Loras College. Realizing he didn’t want to work in medicine, he got his masters in sports administration at Western Illinois University.  Wanting to make a meaningful impact on students, Leon chose a career in college athletics over a career with a professional team.  Today, he loves his job as the Athletic Director at Montana State and credits his success to networking, personal connections, and sacrifice. Key Takeaway— Sports careers are highly competitive and demand sacrifice. Leon’s first job as a university intern barely paid the bills, and had extremely long hours. 0:00   School days 2:52   Boston Celtics 5:00   University of Northern Iowa 10:15   Networking 14:10   Creating a positive atmosphere 17:20   Changes in college athletics 22:36   What is Division I? 25:54   Advice to younger self 29:15   Closing words Leon Costello https://www.linkedin.com/in/leon-costello-16377425/ https://twitter.com/leonmcostello http://www.msubobcats.com/ --- Continue to enjoy this journey, share, and subscribe to 'The That's a Job? Podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts. The That’s a Job podcast is presented by Career Adventure Academy - Discover the work you are wired to do. Do you know a high school student looking to figure out their next step after graduation? CHECK OUT THE NEW COLLEGE & CAREER DISCOVERY COURSE; get lifetime access at www.nateclayberg.com Let the Adventure Begin! Nate Clayberg is a COLLEGE & CAREER NAVIGATOR that has guided hundreds of students to envision their future to purposeful life beyond education. Connect with Nate Clayberg on Social Media: · Instagram · LinkedIn · Facebook · Twitter This podcast is a need10 Media production www.nateclayberg.com

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After Leon Costello graduated high school, he played basketball and studied exercise science at Loras College. Realizing he didn’t want to work in medicine, he got his masters in sports administration at Western Illinois University. Wanting to make a meaningful impact on students, Leon chose a career in college athletics over a career with a professional team. Today, he loves his job as the Athletic Director at Montana State and credits his success to networking, personal connections, and sacrifice. Key Takeaway— Sports careers are highly competitive and demand sacrifice. Leon’s first job as a university intern barely paid the bills, and had extremely long hours. 0:00 School days 2:52 Boston Celtics 5:00 University of Northern Iowa 10:15 Networking 14:10 Creating a positive atmosphere 17:20 Changes in college athletics 22:36 What is Division I? 25:54 Advice to younger self 29:15 Closing words Leon Costello https://www.linkedin.com/in/leon-costello-16377425/ https://twitter.com/leonmcostello http://www.msubobcats.com/ --- Continue to enjoy this journey, share, and subscribe to 'The That's a Job? Podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts. The That’s a Job podcast is presented by Career Adventure Academy - Discover the work you are wired to do. Do you know a high school student looking to figure out their next step after graduation? CHECK OUT THE NEW COLLEGE & CAREER DISCOVERY COURSE; get lifetime access at www.nateclayberg.com Let the Adventure Begin! Nate Clayberg is a COLLEGE & CAREER NAVIGATOR that has guided hundreds of students to envision their future to purposeful life beyond education. Connect with Nate Clayberg on Social Media: · Instagram · LinkedIn · Facebook · Twitter This podcast is a need10 Media production www.nateclayberg.com

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