Option 2 / Written Task

My agent is actually my good friend who I have known since the first grade. We have been best friends since then, and he ultimately went to business school and got his Master's degree, while I pursued the professional athletics route. Once I did start to get serious about playing professionally hockey, I actually reached out to my friend to see if being my agent would be a career he might be interested in. It took some convincing, but ultimately he agreed. Having my best friend as my agent has been awkward at times, as we discuss my salary and things like that. But ultimately, it has been a huge positive. My friend knows me better than anyone else, and when it comes time for contract negotiations, I know that he always has my best interest at heart and will negotiate for much more than just a high salary. I have been very fortunate to have my friend by my side throughout my career journey so far.