Career as a Chess Player
Industry: Sports Career: Chess Player
OVERVIEW
Chess is a two-player strategy board game. Chess can be played for recreational purposes or as a competitive sport.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Regular Training
Taking part in chess playing matches
EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION
There are no special educational requirements except one is required to be knowledgeable about the sport.
TRAINING | COACHING | STUDY REQUIREMENTS
A Chess board
An opponent to play with and measure your strenghth and weaknesses in order to grow your skills
Be knowledgeable about the sport. There are video tutorials available but you can also read about chess from books and attend chess playing matches to get a deeper understanding of what it takes to be a great chess player.
DESIRED ATTRIBUTES
To be at the top of your game as Professional Chess player, you require the following attributes;
Passion for continuous learning
Commitment to the sport
Possess great strategic and critical thinking
Persistence
ADDITIONAL OPPORTUNITIES
As good athlete can seamlessly translate their skills in the same sport as a coach or mentor.
