Written By: Bill Vasko, College Coach & Founder of The Coaching Portfolio Guide The competition for GA and entry level college coaching positions, even at the lower divisions, is insane. This is especially true in football and basketball. There are so many coaches and aspiring coaches, young and old, who are looking to get their
Tips to Nail Your Next Coaching Job Interview
You Got the Interview….Now What? Have you ever been in a coaching interview and absolutely bombed on answering questions you knew you should have nailed? Being able to tell your story during a coaching interview requires three key points: Problems. Solutions. Results. No matter how tough the questions might be, an AD or head coach
Top Resume, Portfolio, and Interview Tips for Coaches During the Job Search Process
This is a busy time of year for high school and college coaches who are going through the process of applying for a new coaching position. The job search process can be a stressful time filled with anxiety and rejection. Addressing deficiencies in your resume, portfolio, and interviewing skills can help you be more successful
Developing a Professional Coaching Portfolio for Basketball Coaches
When coaches ask me what they can do to stand out in the job search process, I ask them if they have their coaching portfolio prepared. Many coaches aren’t sure what a portfolio consists of, let alone have one prepared! The coaching portfolio is a tool that provides a potential employer insight on you as
You Got the Interview….Now What?
Have you ever been in a coaching interview and absolutely bombed on answering questions you knew you should have nailed? Maybe you talked too much? Maybe you didn’t talk enough? Maybe you didn’t fully understand the question and you rattled off a response that was completely irrelevant to the question? Being able to tell your
How to Create a Killer Cover Letter for Your Coaching Resume
For samples of effective cover letters for coaches, sign up to be a member of The Coaching Portfolio Guide today! A cover letter is a document to an employer explaining your interest in a specific job. This letter should also highlight your qualifications for the advertised position. The number one mistake that coaches make when
7 Reasons Why You Need a Coaching Portfolio
If you’re a sport coach, why do you need a coaching portfolio? Here are 7 reasons why you need a coaching portfolio: • Gives you a reason to follow up after submitting your resume/application. • Gives primary hiring person more detailed information about you beyond the resume. • Demonstrates your organizational skills and attention to
