Erin Ashley Simon joins us to talk about her career in the esports and gaming space, in the entertainment business, and as an entrepreneur. 

She is a Gaming & Entertainment Host and co-owner of XSET, but her deep commitment to giving back stands out in her career path. Whether it is signing a contract with a brand, or thinking of projects, Erin has this drive of thinking of those less privileged first and figure out a way of providing them with tools for their progress. 

In this episode, our conversation revolves around Erin’s first steps in the industry, her beginning writing a blog for McDonald’s All-American Games, and the exposition that helped her realize she was more into journalism and entertainment than into kinesiology, which she was studying at the time. We also talk about providing value, generation connections without being transactional, how to achieve confidence in what we do, and more.

Resources:

Visit XSET’s website: https://xset.com/

or connect with Erin on social media: https://linktr.ee/erinasimon

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Full Episode Breakdown:

1:48 – Erin talks about her journey into the entertainment industry and how she saw gaming and esports as a potential career path.

4:01 – Erin describes her beginnings writing a blog, covering the McDonald’s All-American Games, and getting more and more traction to the point where she would start getting exclusive information. 

9:09 – Erin talks about the Internship Fund and how it was created. She also talks about her desire to help students thrive, regardless of the academic path they decide to pursue. 

12:28 – Every student should have either a minor or major in business. Erin talks about the importance of educating students about what is going on with their finances.

17:31 – Erin and John talk about the importance of being aware of privilege.

18:58 – Erin talks about how she got to work with CAA. 

23:18 – Erin kindly offers advice for those interested in stepping into the gaming and esports industries.

26:48 – Erin emphasizes the importance of offering value before asking for anything to build long-lasting and productive connections.

29:29 – Erin talks about her role as an ambassador for PUMA.

33:56 – Erin describes her strategic approach regarding the projects she signs for and the campaigns she decides to be part of.