Inside the Minds: The Sports Business is an authoritative, insider's perspective on the ins and outs of this dynamic industry and the strategic thinking behind leading an elite athletic workforce. Featuring senior management from the nation’s premier teams and leagues, this book provides a broad, yet comprehensive overview of the current shape and future state of professional sports. As they raise critical points around running a business under intense public scrutiny, these authorities offer practical and adaptable strategies for building a strong fan-base and profiting year after year. From revenue and salary management, to player acquisitions and negotiations, these leaders articulate the finer points of an industry driven by talent and fueled by the desire for success. The different niches represented and the breadth of perspectives presented enable readers to get inside some of the great strategic minds of today, as experts explore in detail, what it takes to build and sustain the organizations that win championships.
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Brian Cashman, Senior Vice President & General Manager, New York Yankees – Winning On and Off the Field
Chris Wallace, General Manager, Boston Celtics - An Insider’s Look at – and Love for – Pro Basketball
Charley Armey, General Manager, St. Louis Rams - Inside and Outside: Corporate America vs. the Sports Industry
Don Garber, Commissioner, Major League Soccer - Major League Soccer: Establishing the World’s Sport in "A New America"
Mike O'Connell, Vice President & General Manager, Boston Bruins - The Three Components of the Sports Industry
Doug Hamilton, Vice President & General Manager, Los Angeles Galaxy - Building a Franchise for the Long Haul – Locally and Globally
Joe Garagiola, Jr., Senior Vice President & General Manager, Arizona Diamondbacks - A Winning Tradition
Mike Smith, General Manager, Chicago Blackhawks - Building Success through Sports Management
Jim Smith, General Manager, Columbus Crew - Investing in the Future of Soccer
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3.0 out of 5 stars
Not very candid or hard-hitting,
By Jason K "Jason K." (Pittsburgh, PA) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Inside the Minds: The Business of Sports - Executives from Big League Sports (Football, Basketball, Baseball, Hockey) on How a Team Operates Behind the Scenes (Paperback)
I thought this book was moderately interesting. I was expecting each of these executives to discuss challenges they've faced and how they've overcome them, but instead they mainly talked of how difficult it is to sell tickets and how they're lucky to have such great fans in their city. I was not enthralled with the book but there were a few interesting points in it. If you're new to the business of sports, this book will cover many different angles to help you understand what's out there. If you're an established professional however, you're not going to learn much from this book.
4.0 out of 5 stars
Very good and informative,
By D. Shaw "Derek "An American Soldier"" (Iraq/Kuwait) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Inside the Minds: The Business of Sports - Executives from Big League Sports (Football, Basketball, Baseball, Hockey) on How a Team Operates Behind the Scenes (Paperback)
The Business of Sports is very informative. It gives you the inside of all major sports from the minds of several men who can be considered at the top of there professions. I highly encourage interested sports fans to read.
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The book was brand new and came in earlier than expected couldn't have asked for anything better!!!
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In many aspects, sports is an entertainment business. Read the first page Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
Major League Soccer, New York, United States, World Cup, Los Angeles, World Series, John Shaw, Executive of the Year, Matt Williams, Southern California, Super Bowl, Travis Lee, Board of Governors, Fleet Center, Lamar Hunt, Luis Gonzalez, New England Patriots, Paul Pierce, Randy Johnson New!
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Major League Soccer, New York, United States, World Cup, Los Angeles, World Series, John Shaw, Executive of the Year, Matt Williams, Southern California, Super Bowl, Travis Lee, Board of Governors, Fleet Center, Lamar Hunt, Luis Gonzalez, New England Patriots, Paul Pierce, Randy Johnson New!
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books:
- The World Series (Great Moments in Sport) by William McGuire on page 16, and page 114
- The Stanly Cup (Great Moments in Sports) by Michael Goodman on page 114
- Blue Ribbon College Basketball Yearbook 1990-1991 by Christopher Wallace on page 40
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