How do you choose the right agent?

In sports management today, the biggest problem is not necessarily in trying to find an agent, but instead in finding the right one to serve your needs during the negotiation process and even thereafter.  There are many agents out there to choose from, but some of them are dishonest and deceitful.  Some will put themselves and their self-interest before your interests, looking at you only as a means to their end, which is often their wealth.  Ward Coffman and SMWW will be committed to you, and your interests will be our number one priority.  SMWW’s philosophy is to grow through excellent service and referrals, and that can occur only through satisfied clients.

Our agents at SMWW will serve your needs with:

  • Integrity and honesty.
  • Upper-echelon negotiating skills.
  • A distinct understanding of your sport’s compensation and legal structure.
  • A strong and passionate commitment to your needs.
  • Reasonable fees.
  • A personal relationship which puts your financial interests ahead of all other interests and which is tailored to meet your financial, retirement, and family needs.

Why choose Ward Coffman and SMWW?

At Sports Management Worldwide, unlike many other sports management agencies, we do not believe in a long list of clients per agent for whom we impersonally handle contracts and money.  In order to fulfill the athlete's needs to the best of our ability and our mission, each SMWW agent only wants a handful of select clients.  This way, we can be personally committed to fulfilling all of your needs, from financial to personal advisor.  We want to know your family, their role, their input, and your situation on the playing surface as well as in your home and NBA community.

Ultimately, you should select an agent who delivers performance and fits you and your family comfortably.  The relationship between our agents and athletes transcends dollars.  It is a relationship between an athlete and a mentor, an advisor, and a friend that will last long after you finally hang up your uniform for good.
Ward Coffman of Sports Management Worldwide
A Total Sports Management Relationship
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