Most people think opportunity in the hobby comes from knowledge.

Know the player.
Know the card.
Know the market.

Those things matter.

But as the sports card industry becomes more sophisticated, another asset is becoming more valuable than ever: trust.

In this episode of Hobby Jobs, Brett explores why reputation has become one of the most important forms of leverage in the hobby. From eBay authentication  to Veriswap's focus on secure trading, the industry's biggest companies are investing in trust infrastructure because trust drives transactions.

Brett breaks down the three ledgers that shape your reputation, why attention and trust are not the same thing, and how the best operators build careers through accumulated proof rather than short-term visibility.

The episode also examines what current job openings at Sotheby's, Veriswap, CardCollector2, and Collectors reveal about where the hobby is headed and why the future belongs to people who can translate collector behavior into business value.

If you're building a business, pursuing a career in the hobby, or looking for your next opportunity, this episode is for you. 

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