Navigating Athlete Success - Mark Scott

Brian Aquart chats with Mark Scott, an influential sports agent and the founder of Crown Madison.  Delve into an enthralling conversation that explores the depths of athlete representation, career development, and the transformative journey that led Mark to blaze new trails within the sports industry. Discover the passion and resilience that guided Mark"s decisions, particularly during the unparalleled challenges posed by the global pandemic. Mark breaks down his "aha" moment that sparked a significant career shift—going from being a "job hopper" in corporate HR to establishing Crown Madison, an agency that aims to set unprecedented standards in athlete representation and post-career transitioning. Learn about how remote work and mental health challenges during the pandemic shaped Mark"s perspective on job satisfaction and personal fulfillment. For the aspiring leaders out there, Mark stresses authenticity, consistency, and trust-building, particularly when it comes to mentoring young athletes and fostering genuine professional relationships. He also shares impactful guidance for student athletes and established professionals alike, around networking, recognizing the limits of a sports career, and preparing for the future. Mark has a new vision for athlete advocacy, so tune in to discover how Crown Madison not only nurtures the athletic talents but also focuses on life after sports, emphasizing financial intelligence and career diversification for athletes.   Enjoy! Stay connected with Mark LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-elliott-scott/ Visit Crown Madison: https://www.crown-madison.com/ Athletes Career Transition Minicourse: https://mark-scott-s-school.teachable.com/courses/   Stay connected with Why I Left Visit: https://www.WhyILeft.co Subscribe:  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMgQI4X0kEp8-o7Z9D3tRmg Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/why-i-left/id1613667100 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0TE4Y626idPxNeewpCG6Ef   Follow: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/officialwhyileft/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/why-i-left/ Connect with Brian: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brianaquart/    Rate us 5 stars and write a review here:  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/why-i-left/id1613667100   BetterHelp Online Therapy - Get 10% off your first month and get matched to a therapist. 10% off first order at APodcastGeek.com  Visit APodcastGeek.com, sign up, and use code BA10 to get 10% off your first order.BetterHelp Online Therapy Enjoy 10% off your first month and get matched to a licensed therapist. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. Support the show