Hello Brandon, thanks for writing in. This is not an easy question. First off I would notice how I do at the local level. After you accomplish your goals at that level I would look to step up. One thing you will need to be able to do is read new bodies of water. This is where knowledge and experience will come in. As you move up you will be facing more and more new water. Try not to rush the full time angler job to much. This takes an incredible amount of resources and time. This world is a ton of work and takes the devotion that few people are willing to dedicate. If you are dead set on obtaining sponsors I would start with the fishing industry first. With the Internet you can find the right contact information for the company that you are looking into for sponsorship. I would definitely try this first. The fishing industry is one thing corporate America is a whole different animal. Refine your skills in the fishing industry first. Once you reach your goals there and only then would I try the corporate arena. I cannot stress enough how difficult it gets with each step up you take. This will take time and patience. Without the backing behind you you will not be able to compete with the people who have the backing to be on the water full time. This may sound a bit harsh but, it is the truth. Take this one step at a time and you will be able to accomplish your goals. Never get disappointed and you must have the drive to continue forward. There will be doors slammed in your face, it has happened to us all. Keep banging on those doors and eventually the right one will open. Remember when approaching a potential sponsor never approach them with this is what I have accomplished and you owe me based on my accomplishments. The approach that should be used is that you are offering them a marketing service and that this is what I can do for you. Good luck and if you really want it bad enough never quit. Thank you, Leo Watson Pro Staff Bass on Hook |
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