License Owner, Chicago - job 1 of 2

As a License Owner at Stranger Soccer in Chicago, your primary responsibilities include launching the Stranger Soccer brand in your city, recruiting and managing a central team, and securing locations for games. You will also focus on marketing to ensure that the local community knows about the convenience and excitement of playing soccer through our unique platform.

To become a License Owner for Stranger Soccer in Chicago, you should have a strong passion for soccer and a solid background in business or management. It's essential to have an entrepreneurial spirit, a commitment to growing the brand, and a connection to your local soccer scene to create an engaging community experience.

Compensation for a License Owner at Stranger Soccer is designed to reflect the dedication and business acumen of the individual. The more successful you are in driving the brand and scaling operations, the greater your financial rewards. This performance-based compensation structure allows you to directly reap the benefits of your hard work.

Stranger Soccer provides strong backing from its headquarters in Singapore, offering operational and technological support to License Owners. This assistance includes guidance on best practices, marketing strategies, and any necessary resources to help you thrive as you adapt and grow the brand in your local market.

Stranger Soccer's mission is to make playing football as easy as going for a jog. As a License Owner, your role is crucial to realize this mission by breaking down barriers to play. You'll create accessible soccer experiences for your community, thus contributing to making football as prevalent as watching it.

Reflect on your passion for soccer and business. Explain how this role aligns with your career goals, and express enthusiasm for contributing to the community by making soccer more accessible. Highlight any personal experiences that fuel your drive.

Discuss your approach to finding candidates who share your passion for soccer. Emphasize the importance of selecting individuals who align with the company culture. Outline your plan for training, focusing on teamwork, customer service, and game management skills.

Explain your marketing strategies, including digital outreach, social media engagement, community events, and partnerships with local organizations. Showcase your understanding of the local soccer scene to tailor your efforts effectively.

Identify potential challenges such as competition, venue acquisition, and team dynamics. Discuss the importance of adaptability, innovative problem-solving, and utilizing resources from HQ to address these issues effectively.

Outline key performance metrics such as game attendance, customer feedback, social media engagement, and revenue growth. Discuss how you'll collect and analyze these metrics to inform strategy adjustments.

Share specific examples of your previous management roles, focusing on your leadership style, conflict resolution skills, and how you've fostered a collaborative team environment. Highlight outcomes that demonstrate your effectiveness.

Discuss your approach to maintaining customer relations, including gathering feedback, addressing issues promptly, and continuously improving the gaming experience. Highlight the importance of creating an engaging community atmosphere.

Share your long-term aspirations for expanding the brand, community engagement initiatives, and building a loyal customer base. Discuss how you'll align your vision with the company’s mission.

Provide a clear example showcasing your project management skills. Outline the planning, execution, challenges faced, and successful outcomes to illustrate your ability to drive initiatives to success.

Discuss your involvement in local events, social media engagement, and partnerships with soccer clubs or organizations. Emphasize the importance of community relationships in promoting the Stranger Soccer brand.