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Episode 3, Season 2: Leading the Charge Inside Sports Law with The First Lady of NFL Representation - (Ft. Jill McBride Baxter)

In this episode of Kelly Minds Her Manors, host Kelly Robinson sits down with Jill McBride Baxter, a pioneering sports agent, attorney, and author who has blazed a trail for women in the sports industry. With a background steeped in football—thanks to her Hall of Fame coach father and college football coach husband—Jill brings a unique perspective on sports law. She opens up about her journey to becoming the first female NFLPA-certified contract advisor, sharing the challenges and victories along the way, along with her guiding principles: protection, advocacy, and trust.

Jill also dives into the latest shifts in sports law, including NIL (Name, Image, and Likeness) changes, and discusses the critical role of ethics in client relationships. She previews her latest book, Born to Be a Sports Agent, offering listeners a firsthand look into her extraordinary experiences. Beyond the professional, Jill shares insights into her personal life, family, and love for travel, as well as valuable advice for women looking to break into the sports world.

Through Kelly’s signature ‘Fearless Five’ questions, Jill’s candid and humorous side shines, making this episode a must-listen for aspiring sports agents and fans alike.

Episode Breakdown:

•00:00 – Introduction to Kelly Minds Her Manors

•00:12 – Meet Jill McBride Baxter

•01:45 – Jill’s Athletic Upbringing

•03:44 – Balancing Family and Career in Sports

•06:08 – Becoming a Sports Agent: A Woman’s Journey

•09:50 – Building Ethical Client Relationships

•16:16 – NIL Impacts and Negotiation Skills

•19:16 – Navigating Contract Talks

•20:33 – Empathy in Real Estate and Beyond

•21:56 – Advice for Future Sports Agents

•23:37 – Mentorship and the Power of Connections

•25:14 – Hot Topics: The Michigan Sign-Stealing Scandal

•26:03 – Managing Career and Personal Life Balance

•28:07 – The Fearless Five with Jill

•34:11 – Final Reflections and Takeaways

Tune in for an inspiring conversation with one of sports law’s most influential voices.

Contact Jill McBride Baxter:

Website

http://jillmcbridebaxter.com

Facebook

https://www.facebook.com/profile.php/?id=100063563054728

X (Twitter)

https://x.com/agentjillbaxter?s=21

Instagram

https://www.instagram.com/agentjillbaxter?igsh=Ymd6dmpwa2xoNXU1

YouTube

https://youtube.com/@jillbaxterAGP?si=LBR2QiTEfH_LPzHm

LinkedIn

https://www.linkedin.com/in/jillmcbridebaxter

Blog and Podcast

https://www.jillmcbridebaxter.com/blog

Book: Born to Be a Sports Agent

https://a.co/d/eEs0cc3