I came across a site last night called http://www.thecorporateplaybook.com/
I was very impressed with this concept. It is a site for current or alumni student athletes to post their profiles/resume/achievements with the hopes of being discovered by employers.
It’s kind of a reverse job board, more like a candidate board, or a candidate database.
I thought this is a great way to recruit the next generation as they enter the workforce.
Why Athletes? The site mentions that most athletes are known for specific characteristics that can easily transfer into the working world. These include: Mental Toughness, Self Confidence, Optimistic and Positive Attitude, Ability to Overcome Failure and Disappointment, Control over Negative Emotions, Highly Motivated and Committed, Concentration and Focus, and Diversity.
Has anyone tried the site? Has anyone seen these characteristics come through in Athletes that you’ve hired?
