Film Room - Jon Harris

In this episode of Talent Chasing, Brian Johnson and Chad Sowash dissect their interview with John Harris, owner of AthLife, and explore the complexities of athlete transitions into the real world, the implications of the NIL (Name, Image, Likeness) landscape, and the importance of unions in both sports and corporate environments. They discuss the challenges faced by collegiate athletes, the need for employee development in businesses, and the often-overlooked human element in analytics and corporate decision-making.

Takeaways

• The transition from sports to real life is challenging for athletes.
• NIL has created new dilemmas for collegiate athletes.
• Unions play a crucial role in protecting athlete rights.
• Employee development is often neglected in corporate settings.
• Happy employees lead to better productivity and retention.
• The focus on numbers can overlook the human aspect of work.
• Collective bargaining can ensure fair compensation for all athletes.
• Athletes often feel unprepared for life after sports.
• The importance of branding for athletes has increased with NIL.
• There is a need for a VP of employee development in every company.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Challenge Chasing

04:54 Navigating the NIL Landscape

07:00 The Fantasy of Professional Sports

09:59 The Importance of Unions in Sports and Beyond

12:46 Employee Development in Corporate America

15:46 The Human Element in Business Analytics