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Fara Leff, COO Klutch SportsQ&A
What are the driving passions that set you on your path?
I am driven by helping others achieve their goals, chase their dreams, and continuing to expand and explore my own potential.
I really wasn’t nervous as I had complete faith in my business partner and clients. The biggest surprise has been our growth—I believed in our plan and what we were doing from the start, but now with over 50 employees and 100 clients, it's amazing that others do too.
What are some of the positive changes you have seen in the world of sports since that time? Where does the industry need to be more forward-thinking?
I think the industry is evolving and we are seeing more diversity and inclusion on all levels... but there could always be more!
I don’t think I have a typical day, as every day brings something different… but they all include numerous emails and Zooms! And I try to always start my day with a workout.
That there are no ceilings for us. I love seeing the stories in #MAKEITHAPPEN, as it shows the broad impact women have.
I am always inspired by my family and my mom, as well as our clients who inspire me every day.
Stay organized and plan as much as possible, but always be ready for things to go off script!
3 must-haves to make it happen?
Patience, persistence and passion.
A black blazer and black heels!
I don’t think there is one specific example, but I try to view each day as an opportunity to change people’s perspectives and to carve more paths for women in sports.
I get to be involved in many causes through our clients that all become important to me, but two that stand out are PanCAN—in honor of my mom who passed from pancreatic cancer—and The TClarke5 Foundation in honor of our client Terrence Clarke.
Watching my mom’s work ethic at a young age and being in the office with her really shaped me. My father also taught me that nothing will come easy and hard work pays off—a value that’s foundational to who I am today.
Advice to others to make it happen?
The power of hard work is never overlooked—first in and last out matters.
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