223 Applications Later: How Brock...
223 Applications Later: How Brock Morgan Landed His Sports Journalism Job

Where You At? by Taylor Anthony

Episode notes

In this episode of Where You At?, Taylor sits down with sports journalist Brock Morgan to talk about what it really takes to break into the industry. After submitting 223 applications, Brock opens up about persistence, rejection, networking, building a strong reel, and staying true to himself throughout the job search.

He also reflects on his journey from Howard University to Northwestern Medill, the opportunities that shaped his career, and how faith, mental health, and protecting his peace helped him keep going. From navigating identity in the newsroom to finally landing his next role at Fox 54 in Huntsville, Brock’s story is a reminder that sometimes the right yes comes after a whole lot of no.

Keywords
career developmentcollegecareer journeyambitioncareercareer growthrejectionjob search'