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Passionate about soccer AND about business? Stranger Soccer is expanding to key cities around the world. We are looking for a License Owner to open and operate the Stranger Soccer business in Houston.

This is not your traditional management job - it is truly built for someone that wants to own and operate their own business (that happens to make the world's greatest sport accessible to everyone). This role is ideally suited for an adventurous and soccer-passionate entrepreneur.

 

Sounds Like You?

As a next step, please visit www.strangersoccer.com and particularly the section Bring Stranger Soccer to your City to learn more about this dynamic opportunity. If it appears to be a fit, and you wish to learn more, please fill out the form there to officially express your interest. Be sure to download and explore the Stranger Soccer mobile app as well.

 

Responsibilities

  • Bring the Stranger Soccer brand and business to life for the assigned city
  • Recruit, train, and lead a small central team (2-3 persons) as well as a few freelance Official Hosts (game hosts) to kick off the operation
  • Identify and secure prime slots at football venues to run Stranger Soccer games
  • Engage in creative sales and marketing digital and hands-onto ensure that customers are introduced to the platform as a convenient and preferred way to play
  • Oversee a schedule of games, ensuring customers are delighted with each game they play, and keep coming back for more
  • Take advantage of the strong backing and direction of Singapore headquarters, where an operations and technology team is ready to support you.

You should have

  • A passion for soccer, and a strong connection to your local soccer scene
  • A business background, ideally in management and customer service
  • An entrepreneurial background or spirit
  • A commitment to owning, driving, and scaling the Stranger Soccer brand in the assigned market
  • A hunger to succeed: financial compensation for this role will be proportionate to hard work, business acumen, and effectiveness.

About Stranger Soccer

With 3.5 billion football enthusiasts in over 200 countries, football is the most popular sport in the world. But why don't more people play it? Stranger Soccer (www.strangersoccer.com) makes playing football as easy as going for a jog or to the gym. Browse dozens of games on its acclaimed Mobile App. Book a slot. Turn up and play.

 

Incorporated in 2017, Stranger Soccer has quickly transformed the sports & recreation scene in Singapore. In a few short years, it has grown to be the #1-way people play football and futsal in the country, amassing tens of thousands of registered users purchasing thousands of slots every week. Whether you call it Fussball, Fútbol, Calcio, or anything else, the world now awaits.

 

Our Mission

To make playing football as easy as going for a jog.

 

Our Vision

A world in which playing football is as popular and widespread as watching football.

 

Got what it takes?

We look forward to meeting you.

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What You Should Know About License Owner, Houston, Stranger Soccer

Are you a soccer enthusiast with a knack for business? Join the dynamic team at Stranger Soccer as a License Owner in Houston! This exciting role differs from a typical management position—it’s about owning and running your own business while making soccer accessible to everyone in your community. You’ll get to breathe life into the Stranger Soccer brand, recruit and train a small team, and coordinate games at prime local venues. With backing from our operations team in Singapore, you'll have the guidance and support necessary to make your venture a success. It’s all about engaging the local soccer scene, driving creative marketing efforts, and ensuring a delightful experience for every player. If you’re entrepreneurial and passionate about growing a brand in an industry you love, this is the perfect opportunity for you. Check out our website for more details and get ready to kick-start your Stranger Soccer journey in Houston!

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for License Owner, Houston Role at Stranger Soccer
What are the main responsibilities of a License Owner at Stranger Soccer in Houston?

As a License Owner at Stranger Soccer in Houston, you will be responsible for bringing our brand to life by recruiting and training a small central team, identifying prime locations for soccer games, and engaging in both digital and hands-on marketing strategies to promote our platform. Ensuring customer satisfaction and a stellar game experience is also a key responsibility.

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What qualifications do I need to become a License Owner with Stranger Soccer?

To become a License Owner with Stranger Soccer, you should have a strong passion for soccer and a connection to the local soccer scene. Business management and customer service experience are essential, while an entrepreneurial spirit is highly valued. Most importantly, you need the drive to grow and scale the brand in your market.

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How does the License Owner role at Stranger Soccer differ from traditional management jobs?

The License Owner role at Stranger Soccer is unique in that it offers the freedom and responsibility of owning a business rather than simply managing one. You will take the initiative to drive operations, engage in marketing, and create an environment where soccer thrives in your city.

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What kind of support can a License Owner expect from Stranger Soccer headquarters?

License Owners at Stranger Soccer will receive strong backing and support from our headquarters in Singapore. This includes access to an operations and technology team that is dedicated to helping you succeed and scale your business effectively.

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What is the vision of Stranger Soccer, and how does the License Owner contribute to it?

The vision of Stranger Soccer is to make playing football as ubiquitous as watching it. As a License Owner, you contribute to this vision by promoting and facilitating soccer games in your area, ensuring the community can easily engage with the sport and enjoy it actively.

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Common Interview Questions for License Owner, Houston
What inspired you to apply for the License Owner position at Stranger Soccer?

Express your passion for soccer and how it aligns with your entrepreneurial spirit. Share personal experiences or examples of how you've engaged in soccer or promoted sports in your community.

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How would you handle the recruitment and training of your central team?

Discuss your approach to recruitment, emphasizing your skills in identifying the right talent. Detail your training strategies, focusing on hands-on learning and team-building activities that foster a positive environment.

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Can you share a time you had to market a product or service? What strategies did you use?

Provide a concrete example from your past experiences in marketing. Highlight your ability to blend digital marketing strategies with grassroots efforts to generate buzz and customer interest.

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How would you ensure a high level of customer satisfaction during soccer games?

Explain your commitment to customer service, focusing on proactive communication, gathering feedback, and continuously improving the playing experience for participants.

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What connections do you have in the local soccer community that can benefit Stranger Soccer?

Highlight any connections you have, such as local leagues, schools, or soccer clubs. Discuss how these relationships can help promote Stranger Soccer and recruit players and hosts.

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What strategies would you implement to grow the Stranger Soccer brand in Houston?

Outline innovative marketing strategies, community outreach programs, and partnerships you envision to increase brand recognition and encourage participation in games.

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Describe a challenge you faced in a previous role and how you overcame it?

Share a specific challenge related to business operations or customer service, detailing your problem-solving approach and the outcome, showcasing your resilience and can-do attitude.

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How do you plan to track and measure success as a License Owner?

Talk about how you would use metrics such as player turnout, customer feedback, and game ratings to evaluate success and adjust strategies accordingly for continuous improvement.

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What does success look like for you in the first year as a License Owner?

Define clear, measurable goals such as player registration targets, successful events hosted, or community engagement levels you seek to achieve to indicate success.

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How would you foster a sense of community among players in the Stranger Soccer platform?

Discuss ideas for creating a vibrant community through social events, using social media for engagement, and providing incentives for players to invite friends and participate regularly.

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Now playing is as easy as going to the gym or for a jog. Alone or not have enough players? Book one or more slot(s) in your choice of dozens of games happening every day. Already have enough players, but tired of the hassles of organizing your gam...

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