Meet Angus Yeates, a Management Graduate at Adidas based in Melbourne. Angus’ traineeship has introduced him to multiple parts of Adidas' operations, including category planning, e-commerce, and digital wholesale, where he manages the brand’s presence on Amazon. His role involves optimising product placements, managing retailer partnerships, and driving Adidas’ digital growth in the region. With a career spanning various roles, from umpiring in hockey to working with high-profile sports brands, Angus has built an impressive resume.
If you're a young job hunter interested in working with top global brands in the sports industry, Angus' journey offers invaluable lessons.
We cover:
06:12 - Early career in golf and community connections
06:42 - Strategies for overcoming adversity
07:12 - Value of curiosity in sports careers
08:16 - Graduate journey and future goals
08:48 - Importance of LinkedIn for networking
09:18 - Realities of working in an international brand
10:57 - Challenges and rewards in the golf industry
15:05 - Reflections on overcoming burnout
18:40 - Transition back to Australia and career recalibration
21:16 - Leveraging LinkedIn for international connections
25:55 - Networking strategies and job application tips
32:40 - Skills valuable in the Adidas graduate program
35:59 - Importance of community and local relevance for brands
41:25 - Finding career alignment and networking benefits
54:00 - Experiences with Adidas and sports career tips
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