“Secure The Bag”, Timothy Bryson

This podcast is possible due to the donations of its supporters. Donate here if you believe in what we do: https://anchor.fm/sportsasajob/support We are joined by Timothy Bryson from the University of Maryland College Park, who serves as Program Director for Student Athlete Career Development. Timothy’s job is to help students “secure the bag,” whether it be graduate school, post-grad internship, or a full-time job. He oversees the summer internship program called, “The Internship Academy,” employer relations - not only in the DMV, but across the country, the First Year Transition Program as well as their Fellowship Program. Learn how to “secure your bag,” with Timothy Bryson! Episode Timestamps: 2:58: Timothy Bryson explains how he found his purpose in the sports industry. Timothy knew he wanted to help students pursue their passion and purpose. 5:56: Timothy talks about attending The Ohio State University to earn his Masters Degree in Higher Education for Student Affairs. Later transitioning to the NCAA postgraduate internship for the Leadership Development unit. 7:33: Olivia explains how being a student athlete is a shared experience and asks how being a student athlete has inspired him to do what he does today. 9:38: Kolby asks about how Timothy’s program, Maryland-Made Readiness Career Program, was built in order to help student athletes. Timothy talks about his exact role and responsibilities in the program. 13:30: Timothy explains what his program has been doing during quarantine to continuously help students - social media etiquette, Zoom calls, etc. 17:30: Timothy talks about his website and how to brand yourself in the sports industry. 24:34: Kolby asks how Timothy would help him figure out his “why” - guiding someone to figure out their passion. 27:20: Timothy finishes the podcast expressing who has helped and inspired him on his journey. You can follow Timothy Bryson on Twitter @timothyfbryson, visit his website timothyfbryson.com, and connect with him on LinkedIn. Send us your feedback and send us questions on our Social Media Platforms: Twitter @sportsasajob Instagram @sportsasajob Facebook @sportsasajob LinkedIn: Sports As a Job Visit our website www.sportsasajob.com Intro Music credit to ABAPO Music Studios: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwF1OqcNsQEOd0iNu0Yjitg Go sign up for #1 job sports focused job board online and be part of their network. https://www.jobsinsports.com/ make sure TO LET THEM KNOW YOU HEARD OF THEM FROM THE PODCAST. I want them to know we got industry leaders and future stars in this community!