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cameron
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What are some jobs that will allow me run.
I am in high school and i'm trying to see what jobs will allow me to focus on running and help me run. #high-school #running
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Roland Wang
Investment Banking
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San Francisco, California
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You could consider getting a job as a personal trainer, fitness or sport (XC, track) coach, or maybe work at a gym.
Jameel Alexander
Idea2Innovation Associate
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Tampa, Florida
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Hey Cameron,
The answers so far have provided great potential avenues. My recommendations would be a job role as a track coach or police officer. Roles that definitely involve running and and helping others at the same time.
The answers so far have provided great potential avenues. My recommendations would be a job role as a track coach or police officer. Roles that definitely involve running and and helping others at the same time.
Tiffany Winters
Sales Account Executive
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Austin, Texas
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Hi Cameron, I think that Roland's ideas are great -- you could also consider working a job that keeps you on your feet and moving. Examples include working as a lifeguard, at a local golf course, or as a yard worker (mowing lawns/raking leaves). Although these aren't the same as running, they will keep you active.
Jillian Zehring
Marketing
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Gallipolis, Ohio
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Hi! You could look for a job with a running company like Brooks for instance! They have a great culture where they encourage running and they have all the gear for you. If you don't want to relocate you can also be a sales rep for them in your local geography. Lots of outdoor companies, active wear companies, shoe companies would all be great ideas.
Kevin P Hust, MBA
Risk Administration and Army Officer
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Dallas, Texas
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Cameron, I was a personal trainer for a while. Part of the job was organizing a run club. The club it self was 1-2 hours per week. Unfortunately I did not get paid for this time. I got great exercise and clients for the business.
So if you do not like the gym, weights, or resistance training, you could still work as a run coach. It is a little bit harder to make this a full time job but can be a very fun side gig. One thing to keep in mind, you may need to have a pretty outstanding resume to get into this. Most clients you will have are either training for a marathon or a triathlon. It is difficult to prepare someone to run Boston Marathon when you have not done it yourself. I am not saying it is impossible. I am saying that the credibility is important.
Couple other options, shoe stores typically subsidize your running. So you may not get paid to run but you can be around like minded people and then also get some running perks. I had a friend you managed an independent running shoe store. She never paid for entrance fees. The store owner would get free entries for countless races. She loved it. Just another thought.
Lastly, I suppose the goal, most shoe companies have professional run clubs. At this rate, you are a professional athlete. Some of them are trying out for the Olympics. So you will have to assess your own level of fitness and dedication and how you want to go about matching your passion to your need for income.
I am not a professional athlete. Not even close. However, one thing you cannot rule out is an injury and how this derails your plans. I am currently dealing with that. I have a complex meniscus tear. That can derail a thing or two.
Happy running.
So if you do not like the gym, weights, or resistance training, you could still work as a run coach. It is a little bit harder to make this a full time job but can be a very fun side gig. One thing to keep in mind, you may need to have a pretty outstanding resume to get into this. Most clients you will have are either training for a marathon or a triathlon. It is difficult to prepare someone to run Boston Marathon when you have not done it yourself. I am not saying it is impossible. I am saying that the credibility is important.
Couple other options, shoe stores typically subsidize your running. So you may not get paid to run but you can be around like minded people and then also get some running perks. I had a friend you managed an independent running shoe store. She never paid for entrance fees. The store owner would get free entries for countless races. She loved it. Just another thought.
Lastly, I suppose the goal, most shoe companies have professional run clubs. At this rate, you are a professional athlete. Some of them are trying out for the Olympics. So you will have to assess your own level of fitness and dedication and how you want to go about matching your passion to your need for income.
I am not a professional athlete. Not even close. However, one thing you cannot rule out is an injury and how this derails your plans. I am currently dealing with that. I have a complex meniscus tear. That can derail a thing or two.
Happy running.
Kristina Sosine
Localization Program Management
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Oakland, California
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Hi Cameron,
All of the earlier answers are great. My additional suggestion would be to focus on finding a company/job that meets the following criteria:
-The company vision is something you're passionate about, which makes you feel like you're contributing to society.
-The job is something that you enjoy, which makes you excited to go to work.
-The company culture honestly encourages work life blend/balance, which will most likely allow you to run during the work day.
As an example, I'm a localization program manager at Salesforce. I love bringing our products to and advocating for international users. I stand firmly behind the company vision and values. You'd never assume that this job lines up with endurance running. However, my role is flexible enough that I can take time during the day to go on a long run.
Being able to maintain that balance in life allows me to live extremely well, every day.
All of the earlier answers are great. My additional suggestion would be to focus on finding a company/job that meets the following criteria:
-The company vision is something you're passionate about, which makes you feel like you're contributing to society.
-The job is something that you enjoy, which makes you excited to go to work.
-The company culture honestly encourages work life blend/balance, which will most likely allow you to run during the work day.
As an example, I'm a localization program manager at Salesforce. I love bringing our products to and advocating for international users. I stand firmly behind the company vision and values. You'd never assume that this job lines up with endurance running. However, my role is flexible enough that I can take time during the day to go on a long run.
Being able to maintain that balance in life allows me to live extremely well, every day.
Rebecca Tang
Banking
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Rebecca’s Answer
I like running too. I have to work on my day time. Usually, I would run starting early in the morning before going to work and on weekend & holidays. If you really like running, you can find some time to run.
If you would like to develop your career in Sports, you can start with taking some sport related subjects in college. Also, you can work as a part time in Gyms. That could help you to understand how the industry works.
Hope this helps!
If you would like to develop your career in Sports, you can start with taking some sport related subjects in college. Also, you can work as a part time in Gyms. That could help you to understand how the industry works.
Hope this helps!