FROM SPORTS TO

BUSINESS

7 TRANSFERABLE SKILLS

TEAMWORK

Teamwork is the foundation of any organized

sport. Being able to effectively communicate

and work together to achieve a common goal

is the basis of good teamwork. In the same

way, working in business organizations will

require you at times to work as part of a

team.

LEADERSHIP

In sports a good leader will

motivate, inspire and be an example

for their teammates. In the

professional world a leader shares

those same responsibilities.

RELIABILITY

Reliability in sports means understanding

that your teammates depend on you to

perform at your best. In the professional

world, your coworkers depend on you to

do your share of a project or do

necessary research for a task

CONFIDENCE

Playing sports can boost your confidence and self esteem.

By practicing and preparing the right way you will see

yourself becoming noticeably better. In the professional world

you can build your confidence by always making sure you

are well prepared for any situation.

RESPONSIBILITY

Sports require you to take responsibility for your actions. If you miss a

practice or if you stay out partying all night there will be negative effects on

your athletic performance. In the professional world your work will also be

affected by your daily decisions. On the job you will want to be 100% present.

TIME MANAGEMENT

Playing sports and going to practice teaches you good time

management skills. Dedicating yourself to sports requires you to

schedule your day so you will get everything done. This skill will

also carry over to your professional life.

SPORTSMANSHIP

Good sportsmanship skills allow you to be gracious

when you loose. This builds maturity and allows you to

learn from your mistakes. In the professional world,

always being open to criticism and being willing to learn

from your mistakes will give you more skills than if you

were to be arrogant and unwilling to admit defeat.

CONCLUSION

Playing sports and really investing in them gives you a

chance to learn some of these skills. Sports is a great

platform for children, teenagers, and adults to grow mentally,

physically, and even spiritually.