Sabrina Oostburg - Leveraging Social Media for Athletic Sponsorships - Episode #230

06/06/24 • 37 min

What if a single TikTok video could change your life forever? Meet Sabrina Oostburg, a remarkable Belmont track and field athlete who unexpectedly catapulted to social media stardom after a video of her doing pull-ups went viral. In this episode, Sabrina candidly shares her journey of balancing her dual roles as a student-athlete and social media influencer. You'll get an insider's look at her experience at AthleteCon, where she mingled with other athletes and competed for sponsorship deals, proving that a strong social media presence can open doors to new opportunities.
Sabrina provides insightful tips on harnessing social media for Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) opportunities, underscoring the importance of content creation and strategic networking. We also highlight some standout examples of successful NIL athletes and discuss the significant role perseverance plays in cultivating a personal brand.
Sabrina’s athletic prowess doesn't stop at track and field; she's recently ventured into the world of bobsledding with a tryout for the USA team. Listen as she shares the rigorous process, from sprints to sled pushes, and her dreams of one day competing in the Olympics. We also touch on her future aspirations in WWE wrestling, Olympic weightlifting, and bodybuilding.
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The Athletes Podcast - Sabrina Oostburg - Leveraging Social Media for Athletic Sponsorships - Episode #230

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because these days , if you're not on social media , you don't exist

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hey , what's up ?

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welcome back to the athletes podcast . This is episode 230 , featuring sabrina osberg . This is also a can I boost . If you haven't seen them , some fun little oral supplements to try out . But this week