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Business Owner

Business Owners create and run their own companies, taking on the risks and rewards of entrepreneurship.

Typical pay
$75,000/yr
Education
Many paths: self-start + mentorship | Associate/Bachelor's in Business (optional) | Acc…
Outlook
Steady

Why this matters in Sports

From camps to apps, people build sports businesses of their own.

What you’d actually do

Develop business strategy, manage daily operations, oversee finances and budgets, market products or services, hire and manage employees, handle customer relationships, negotiate with vendors, and adapt to market changes.

What can I do right now?

  • DECA, Junior Achievement, Small business projects, Pitch competitions

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