In this episode, we feature Sam Green, an educator in the NIL space who helps athletes build their personal brands and navigate the world of social media to monetize their platforms. She emphasizes the importance of efficiency and time management for busy athletes. Sam advises athletes to start with a clear goal and work backward to create a social media strategy that aligns with their post-athletic career aspirations. She also encourages athletes to batch their content creation and find platforms that facilitate NIL deals. Sam believes that athletes not in the top 1% can still succeed in the NIL space with hard work and a long-term approach. She also highlights the importance of giving back to the community and using their platform for a greater purpose. The conversation explores the impact of Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) on college athletes and the opportunities it provides for their personal and professional development. It highlights how NIL allows athletes to gain real-life skills, such as pitching themselves, negotiating, and creating content. The discussion emphasizes the value of athletes' experiences and mental fortitude, making them desirable hires in the job market. The conversation also touches on the challenges of scalability and sustainability in the NIL space and the importance of building teams and networks. Lastly, she mentions the AthleteCon convention and the significance of platforms like LinkedIn and X for athletes.Takeaways from NIL Content Creator Sam Green:Athletes should start by identifying their long-term goals beyond sports, then work backward to create content and build a brand aligned with them.Even athletes in non-revenue sports like track and field can make significant money through NIL if they work to create content and build a following.Batching content creation on off days and incorporating quick, easy-to-produce content helps athletes manage their time effectively.While football and men's basketball currently dominate NIL deals, female athletes are seeing increased opportunities and engagement.Through NIL, athletes are gaining valuable real-world business, marketing, and entrepreneurship experience that will benefit them after their athletic careers.Sam recommends athletes use platforms like LinkedIn and X to network with brands and decision-makers, not just Instagram and TikTok.Universities are starting to hire experts to facilitate brand deals and educate their athletes on NIL opportunities.Sam emphasizes the long-term value of building a brand that can transition beyond an athlete's playing career.She advises athletes to be wary of people who only want to profit from them and to seek out experts who have other revenue streams besides working with college athletes. NIL4U is part of the podcast network, SportsE MediaSportsE Media is a sports media platform and production company that connects entrepreneurs, executives, athletes, and fans. It focuses on sports, entrepreneurship, mental health, and media.Learn more: https://sportsepreneur.com/NIL4U is also a part of QuietLoud StudiosQuietLoud Studios is the podcast network where reflection and voice come together.Learn more: https://quietloudstudios.com/NIL4U is produced by the team at KazCMKazCM is a B2B content production company that builds assets and drives revenue by writing and talking. If you are looking to create a podcast, show, or written works, talk with the team at KazCM.Learn more: https://kazcm.com/ConnectListen to the NIL4U Podcast: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | SportsESam Green: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sambgreen/Rob Finkelstein: LinkedinTrent Clark: LinkedinSportsE Media: YouTube | TikTok | X | IGRelated content to "Success in the NIL Space Is Not Limited to the Top 1% | Sam Green":NIL Pros and Cons | The College Game Is Changed Forever5 Misconceptions About NIL (Name, Image, Likeness) | A Positive ViewTimestamps:00:00 Introduction to Sam Green and the NIL Space02:22 Sam Green's Background and Transition to Educating Athletes in NIL04:20 The Challenges of NIL for Athletes and the Importance of Self-Care05:34 Efficiency and Time Management for Athletes in the NIL World09:13 Navigating the NIL Landscape and the Importance of Having a Plan10:44 Building Confidence and Empowering Athletes in the NIL Space13:18 Batching Content Creation and Maximizing Efficiency15:39 The Importance of Batching Time and Finding NIL Platforms20:07 Success in the NIL Space: Not Limited to the Top 1%24:32 Using the NIL Platform for Giving Back and Making a Difference26:35 NIL and its Impact on Personal and Professional Development28:21 The Value of Athletes' Experiences and Mental Fortitude30:59 Scalability and Sustainability in the NIL Space34:00 Building Teams and Networks for Success in NIL41:34 The Significance of Platforms like LinkedIn and X
