What do you envision for our athletic program if you are hired?
An Athletic Director needs to see the big picture and how the details come together. Share a realistic vision. Make sure your idea draws from experience and an understanding of the school's needs.
"I would like to see your students feeling supported by the coaches and the coaches feeling supported as well. I would like to see more fan participation and higher attendance at school sporting events. I'd also like to get our financials in a better place, making more efforts to support existing and future event needs."
"I have researched your program and am impressed with the direction you are taking the athletics at your school. My experience would allow me to focus on growing the intermediate-level programs and expand the offering to include swimming and diving. I would also get to know the coaches and staff to ensure their ideas come to fruition."
"I envision change when it comes to growing the attendance at sporting events. I have researched your attendance numbers and the lack of profit from your events. I believe that a fresh new marketing strategy will greatly help."
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Anonymous Answer
In a small community, I think sports play a vital role in connecting the school to those in the community. Developing relationships with businesses and community members would be a focus area of mine in this role. Creating an environment where our school is supported by the community, the student-athletes are supported by our coaches and our coaches are supported by the administration is what I envision.
Cindy's Feedback
Good. This is a clear and focused vision. How would you go about achieving it?
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