Bailey Eigbrett (Serious Angler Network, Be The Fish, etc): From 9–5 to Full-Time Fishing

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Fishing For a Living

The Kurrent

20 episodes

5 days ago

Fishing for a Living is a storytelling series from The Kurrent that dives deep into the lives of anglers, creators, and entrepreneurs who’ve built their freedom around fishing. Hosted by Kyle McCann—career marketer turned full-time creator and entrepreneur—the show uncovers real stories of risk, reward, and resilience. From pro anglers to small business owners, see what it truly takes to turn passion into purpose, and to fish more, work less, and live life on your own terms.

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Bailey Eigbrett (Serious Angler Network, Be The Fish, etc): From 9–5 to Full-Time Fishing | Ep4 Fishing For A Living

Fishing For a Living

57 minutes 55 seconds

1 month ago

Bailey Eigbrett (Serious Angler Network, Be The Fish, etc): From 9–5 to Full-Time Fishing | Ep4 Fishing For A Living

What happens when you go all-in on fishing, content, and your own dreams?
Bailey Eigbrett knows the answer—because he did it and is not only surviving, but thriving.

Today’s guest is a creator, entrepreneur, tournament angler, and the founder of the Serious Angler Podcast Network, home to Serious Angler, Business From The Bass Boat, Lure Lab, and Kayak Fishing Weekly. What started as a small passion project in college is now one of the most influential media platforms in the bass fishing world.

Bailey spent years behind the scenes working for brands like:

Amped Outdoors
Douglas Rods
Gunpowder Inc (Berkley, Ugly Stik, Sitka, Uncharted Supply, Academy Sports, and more)

He’s seen the industry from EVERY angle—brand, agency, creator, tournament angler—and now lives full-time off his fishing content and business.

In this episode, we cover:

How Bailey got into fishing and media
The early days of Serious Angler and how it grew into a full network
His decision to leave his 9–5 and chase the creator life
What creators actually need to succeed today
The mistakes beginners make
Why long-term thinking beats virality
How he balances content, fishing, business, and life
The truth about chasing Fishing For a Living
How to break into the fishing industry without burning out
And the mindset required to take the leap

This episode is 100% loaded with value—not just for fishermen, but anyone dreaming of building a brand, creating a career in the outdoor space, or taking the leap into a a life that’s fully their own.

🔥 FOLLOW BAILEY

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BEtheFish
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bailey_eigbrett/ & https://www.instagram.com/seriousangler/
Podcasts: https://open.spotify.com/show/0YM9ZUVNL9NRT4aUmKe4m4?si=4cbaf7c68fcc4dbe

🎣 FOLLOW THE KURRENT + FISHING FOR A LIVING

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After you clock out. When you’re ready to clock into the dream.