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In this episode of Powerhouse Conversations, host Fred Underwood speaks with former professional soccer player and entrepreneur Amobi Okugo. Amobi shares his transition from the soccer field to becoming the founder of A Frugal Athlete and emphasizes the critical importance of financial literacy for athletes. The episode explores how athletes can adopt the "Athlete CEO" mindset—viewing themselves as enterprises and entrepreneurs—and the significance of starting early to build a personal brand. Amobi highlights key strategies for navigating NIL (Name, Image, Likeness) opportunities, leveraging technology to grow and manage a personal brand, and the power of storytelling in connecting with audiences. He also stresses the need for athletes to develop a strong support system to succeed both in sports and business. The conversation delves into the evolving landscape for athletes, particularly the shift towards entrepreneurship, and how technology is a vital tool for athletes to manage their branding, IP, and business ventures. Key Takeaways: Athlete CEO Mindset: Athletes should view themselves as enterprises, managing their personal brand like a business. Start Early: Building a personal brand early in one's career is essential for long-term success. Leverage NIL Strategically: Athletes should focus on building a network and owning their intellectual property (IP). Technology and Storytelling: Using technology effectively and mastering storytelling can help athletes build stronger relationships with their audience. Support System is Key: A supportive team can help athletes balance academic, athletic, and business endeavors. Future of Athletes: Success in the future will depend on athletes' ability to adapt and innovate beyond sports. For more insights on how athletes can transition to successful entrepreneurs and thrive in the business world, listen to the full episode! SEO Keywords: Athlete CEO, NIL opportunities, athlete entrepreneurship, personal branding, financial literacy for athletes, Amobi Okugo, A Frugal Athlete, athlete business strategies, storytelling in sports, leveraging technology for athletes, sports entrepreneurship. Links: Website: www.athleteceo.me Instagram: Athlete CEO Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Powerhouse Conversations 01:16 Transitioning from Athlete to Entrepreneur 04:17 The Importance of Starting Early 09:18 The Athlete CEO Mindset 11:07 Building Your Team as an Athlete CEO 14:18 Navigating NIL Opportunities 21:01 Strategies for Building Brands and Partnerships 22:42 Leveraging Technology for Business Success 27:12 Final Thoughts and Key Takeaways --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/phconversations/support
Are you an athlete, parent, coach or athlete advocate seeking to monetize, protect, and leverage your Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL)? Did you miss the 2nd Annual NILCOMBINE? If so, get access right now at bit.ly/ALL-ACCESSPASS. Want to discover how to navigate brand deals? Join the NIL Contract Breakdown at https://bit.ly/NILBREAKDOWN Sivonnia DeBarros - Protector of Athletes™ - is a first-generation lawyer and law business owner, woman in business and a former track and field Division-I College athlete. DeBarros graduated from Chicago-Kent College of Law with her J.D. in 2013, received a M.S. in Criminal Justice from Everest University in 2010, and her B.S. in Political Science from University of South Florida in 2008. DeBarros has represented pro athletes from the NFL, MLS, NBA-G League, and Pro-Table Tennis sports; 7- figure National Brands and NY Times Best-Selling Authors by helping them to properly set up businesses, put proper agreements in place and create legacies that will pay dividends in the future. DeBarros has been featured on CBS, ABC, WGN, Shoutout LA, and a host of podcasts such as A Frugal Athlete, Influential Entrepreneurs, Tackle What's Next, and Maximum Lawyer to name a few. DeBarros is passionate about helping athletes, women, and first-generation business owners because she understands the peculiar struggle many have faced by not having the necessary support and guidance to be successful. Additionally, DeBarros is a public speaker, entrepreneur, and bestselling published author of What Are You Sporting About?. DeBarros is also the creator of the proprietary program “Have Your S.A.E.™” which was designed with collegiate athletes in mind and the author of the book, Athletes Making Moves©, released July 31, 2021. DeBarros previously authored The Foreign Sovereign Immunities Act: the Roadblocks to Recovery law article, published in Chicago-Kent College Of Law's Seventh Circuit's Review Law Journal, and published the new Children's Books, JoJo Learns About Credibility and JoJo Learns About Voting, which are the first two books of her new Children Series, JoJo's Legal Adventures. To learn more about Attorney DeBarros, her firm or her publications, please visit www.sldebarros.com or buy her book on Amazon. Learn more about her legal services at www.sldebarros.com. Listen to her podcast, get updates on sports legal issues and more at www.prosportlawyer.com and order Athletes Making Moves© at www.athletesmakingmoves.com. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/waysa/support
Are you an athlete, parent, coach or athlete advocate seeking to monetize, protect, and leverage your Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL)? Did you miss the 2nd Annual NILCOMBINE? If so, get access right now at bit.ly/ALL-ACCESSPASS. Want to discover how to navigate brand deals? Join the NIL Contract Breakdown at https://bit.ly/NILBREAKDOWN Sivonnia DeBarros - Protector of Athletes™ - is a first-generation lawyer and law business owner, woman in business and a former track and field Division-I College athlete. DeBarros graduated from Chicago-Kent College of Law with her J.D. in 2013, received a M.S. in Criminal Justice from Everest University in 2010, and her B.S. in Political Science from University of South Florida in 2008. DeBarros has represented pro athletes from the NFL, MLS, NBA-G League, and Pro-Table Tennis sports; 7- figure National Brands and NY Times Best-Selling Authors by helping them to properly set up businesses, put proper agreements in place and create legacies that will pay dividends in the future. DeBarros has been featured on CBS, ABC, WGN, Shoutout LA, and a host of podcasts such as A Frugal Athlete, Influential Entrepreneurs, Tackle What's Next, and Maximum Lawyer to name a few. DeBarros is passionate about helping athletes, women, and first-generation business owners because she understands the peculiar struggle many have faced by not having the necessary support and guidance to be successful. Additionally, DeBarros is a public speaker, entrepreneur, and bestselling published author of What Are You Sporting About?. DeBarros is also the creator of the proprietary program “Have Your S.A.E.™” which was designed with collegiate athletes in mind and the author of the book, Athletes Making Moves©, released July 31, 2021. DeBarros previously authored The Foreign Sovereign Immunities Act: the Roadblocks to Recovery law article, published in Chicago-Kent College Of Law's Seventh Circuit's Review Law Journal, and published the new Children's Books, JoJo Learns About Credibility and JoJo Learns About Voting, which are the first two books of her new Children Series, JoJo's Legal Adventures. To learn more about Attorney DeBarros, her firm or her publications, please visit www.sldebarros.com or buy her book on Amazon. Learn more about her legal services at www.sldebarros.com. Listen to her podcast, get updates on sports legal issues and more at www.prosportlawyer.com and order Athletes Making Moves© at www.athletesmakingmoves.com. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/waysa/support
Are you an athlete, parent, coach or athlete advocate seeking to monetize, protect, and leverage your Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL)? Did you miss the 2nd Annual NILCOMBINE? If so, get access right now at bit.ly/ALL-ACCESSPASS. Want to discover how to navigate brand deals? Join the NIL Contract Breakdown at https://bit.ly/NILBREAKDOWN Sivonnia DeBarros - Protector of Athletes™ - is a first-generation lawyer and law business owner, woman in business and a former track and field Division-I College athlete. DeBarros graduated from Chicago-Kent College of Law with her J.D. in 2013, received a M.S. in Criminal Justice from Everest University in 2010, and her B.S. in Political Science from University of South Florida in 2008. DeBarros has represented pro athletes from the NFL, MLS, NBA-G League, and Pro-Table Tennis sports; 7- figure National Brands and NY Times Best-Selling Authors by helping them to properly set up businesses, put proper agreements in place and create legacies that will pay dividends in the future. DeBarros has been featured on CBS, ABC, WGN, Shoutout LA, and a host of podcasts such as A Frugal Athlete, Influential Entrepreneurs, Tackle What's Next, and Maximum Lawyer to name a few. DeBarros is passionate about helping athletes, women, and first-generation business owners because she understands the peculiar struggle many have faced by not having the necessary support and guidance to be successful. Additionally, DeBarros is a public speaker, entrepreneur, and bestselling published author of What Are You Sporting About?. DeBarros is also the creator of the proprietary program “Have Your S.A.E.™” which was designed with collegiate athletes in mind and the author of the book, Athletes Making Moves©, released July 31, 2021. DeBarros previously authored The Foreign Sovereign Immunities Act: the Roadblocks to Recovery law article, published in Chicago-Kent College Of Law's Seventh Circuit's Review Law Journal, and published the new Children's Books, JoJo Learns About Credibility and JoJo Learns About Voting, which are the first two books of her new Children Series, JoJo's Legal Adventures. To learn more about Attorney DeBarros, her firm or her publications, please visit www.sldebarros.com or buy her book on Amazon. Learn more about her legal services at www.sldebarros.com. Listen to her podcast, get updates on sports legal issues and more at www.prosportlawyer.com and order Athletes Making Moves© at www.athletesmakingmoves.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/waysa/support
Are you an athlete, parent, coach or athlete advocate seeking to monetize, protect, and leverage your Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL)? Did you miss the 2nd Annual NILCOMBINE? If so, get access right now at bit.ly/ALL-ACCESSPASS. Want to discover how to navigate brand deals? Join the NIL Contract Breakdown at https://bit.ly/NILBREAKDOWN Sivonnia DeBarros - Protector of Athletes™ - is a first-generation lawyer and law business owner, woman in business and a former track and field Division-I College athlete. DeBarros graduated from Chicago-Kent College of Law with her J.D. in 2013, received a M.S. in Criminal Justice from Everest University in 2010, and her B.S. in Political Science from University of South Florida in 2008. DeBarros has represented pro athletes from the NFL, MLS, NBA-G League, and Pro-Table Tennis sports; 7- figure National Brands and NY Times Best-Selling Authors by helping them to properly set up businesses, put proper agreements in place and create legacies that will pay dividends in the future. DeBarros has been featured on CBS, ABC, WGN, Shoutout LA, and a host of podcasts such as A Frugal Athlete, Influential Entrepreneurs, Tackle What's Next, and Maximum Lawyer to name a few. DeBarros is passionate about helping athletes, women, and first-generation business owners because she understands the peculiar struggle many have faced by not having the necessary support and guidance to be successful. Additionally, DeBarros is a public speaker, entrepreneur, and bestselling published author of What Are You Sporting About?. DeBarros is also the creator of the proprietary program “Have Your S.A.E.™” which was designed with collegiate athletes in mind and the author of the book, Athletes Making Moves©, released July 31, 2021. DeBarros previously authored The Foreign Sovereign Immunities Act: the Roadblocks to Recovery law article, published in Chicago-Kent College Of Law's Seventh Circuit's Review Law Journal, and published the new Children's Books, JoJo Learns About Credibility and JoJo Learns About Voting, which are the first two books of her new Children Series, JoJo's Legal Adventures. To learn more about Attorney DeBarros, her firm or her publications, please visit www.sldebarros.com or buy her book on Amazon. Learn more about her legal services at www.sldebarros.com. Listen to her podcast, get updates on sports legal issues and more at www.prosportlawyer.com and order Athletes Making Moves© at www.athletesmakingmoves.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/waysa/support
Are you an athlete, parent, coach or athlete advocate seeking to monetize, protect, and leverage your Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL)? Did you miss the 2nd Annual NILCOMBINE? If so, get access right now at bit.ly/ALL-ACCESSPASS. Want to discover how to navigate brand deals? Join the NIL Contract Breakdown at https://bit.ly/NILBREAKDOWN Sivonnia DeBarros - Protector of Athletes™ - is a first-generation lawyer and law business owner, woman in business and a former track and field Division-I College athlete. DeBarros graduated from Chicago-Kent College of Law with her J.D. in 2013, received a M.S. in Criminal Justice from Everest University in 2010, and her B.S. in Political Science from University of South Florida in 2008. DeBarros has represented pro athletes from the NFL, MLS, NBA-G League, and Pro-Table Tennis sports; 7- figure National Brands and NY Times Best-Selling Authors by helping them to properly set up businesses, put proper agreements in place and create legacies that will pay dividends in the future. DeBarros has been featured on CBS, ABC, WGN, Shoutout LA, and a host of podcasts such as A Frugal Athlete, Influential Entrepreneurs, Tackle What's Next, and Maximum Lawyer to name a few. DeBarros is passionate about helping athletes, women, and first-generation business owners because she understands the peculiar struggle many have faced by not having the necessary support and guidance to be successful. Additionally, DeBarros is a public speaker, entrepreneur, and bestselling published author of What Are You Sporting About?. DeBarros is also the creator of the proprietary program “Have Your S.A.E.™” which was designed with collegiate athletes in mind and the author of the book, Athletes Making Moves©, released July 31, 2021. DeBarros previously authored The Foreign Sovereign Immunities Act: the Roadblocks to Recovery law article, published in Chicago-Kent College Of Law's Seventh Circuit's Review Law Journal, and published the new Children's Books, JoJo Learns About Credibility and JoJo Learns About Voting, which are the first two books of her new Children Series, JoJo's Legal Adventures. To learn more about Attorney DeBarros, her firm or her publications, please visit www.sldebarros.com or buy her book on Amazon. Learn more about her legal services at www.sldebarros.com. Listen to her podcast, get updates on sports legal issues and more at www.prosportlawyer.com and order Athletes Making Moves© at www.athletesmakingmoves.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/waysa/support
Are you an athlete, parent, coach or athlete advocate seeking to monetize, protect, and leverage your Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL)? Did you miss the 2nd Annual NILCOMBINE? If so, get access right now at bit.ly/ALL-ACCESSPASS. Sivonnia DeBarros - Protector of Athletes™ - is a first-generation lawyer and law business owner, woman in business and a former track and field Division-I College athlete. DeBarros graduated from Chicago-Kent College of Law with her J.D. in 2013, received a M.S. in Criminal Justice from Everest University in 2010, and her B.S. in Political Science from University of South Florida in 2008. DeBarros has represented pro athletes from the NFL, MLS, NBA-G League, and Pro-Table Tennis sports; 7- figure National Brands and NY Times Best-Selling Authors by helping them to properly set up businesses, put proper agreements in place and create legacies that will pay dividends in the future. DeBarros has been featured on CBS, ABC, WGN, Shoutout LA, and a host of podcasts such as A Frugal Athlete, Influential Entrepreneurs, Tackle What's Next, and Maximum Lawyer to name a few. DeBarros is passionate about helping athletes, women, and first-generation business owners because she understands the peculiar struggle many have faced by not having the necessary support and guidance to be successful. Additionally, DeBarros is a public speaker, entrepreneur, and bestselling published author of What Are You Sporting About?. DeBarros is also the creator of the proprietary program “Have Your S.A.E.™” which was designed with collegiate athletes in mind and the author of the book, Athletes Making Moves©, released July 31, 2021. DeBarros previously authored The Foreign Sovereign Immunities Act: the Roadblocks to Recovery law article, published in Chicago-Kent College Of Law's Seventh Circuit's Review Law Journal, and published the new Children's Books, JoJo Learns About Credibility and JoJo Learns About Voting, which are the first two books of her new Children Series, JoJo's Legal Adventures. To learn more about Attorney DeBarros, her firm or her publications, please visit www.sldebarros.com or buy her book on Amazon. Learn more about her legal services at www.sldebarros.com. Listen to her podcast, get updates on sports legal issues and more at www.prosportlawyer.com and order Athletes Making Moves© at www.athletesmakingmoves.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/waysa/support
Are you an athlete, parent, coach or athlete advocate seeking to monetize, protect, and leverage your Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL)? Did you miss the 2nd Annual NILCOMBINE? If so, get access right now at bit.ly/ALL-ACCESSPASS. Sivonnia DeBarros - Protector of Athletes™ - is a first-generation lawyer and law business owner, woman in business and a former track and field Division-I College athlete. DeBarros graduated from Chicago-Kent College of Law with her J.D. in 2013, received a M.S. in Criminal Justice from Everest University in 2010, and her B.S. in Political Science from University of South Florida in 2008. DeBarros has represented pro athletes from the NFL, MLS, NBA-G League, and Pro-Table Tennis sports; 7- figure National Brands and NY Times Best-Selling Authors by helping them to properly set up businesses, put proper agreements in place and create legacies that will pay dividends in the future. DeBarros has been featured on CBS, ABC, WGN, Shoutout LA, and a host of podcasts such as A Frugal Athlete, Influential Entrepreneurs, Tackle What's Next, and Maximum Lawyer to name a few. DeBarros is passionate about helping athletes, women, and first-generation business owners because she understands the peculiar struggle many have faced by not having the necessary support and guidance to be successful. Additionally, DeBarros is a public speaker, entrepreneur, and bestselling published author of What Are You Sporting About?. DeBarros is also the creator of the proprietary program “Have Your S.A.E.™” which was designed with collegiate athletes in mind and the author of the book, Athletes Making Moves©, released July 31, 2021. DeBarros previously authored The Foreign Sovereign Immunities Act: the Roadblocks to Recovery law article, published in Chicago-Kent College Of Law's Seventh Circuit's Review Law Journal, and published the new Children's Books, JoJo Learns About Credibility and JoJo Learns About Voting, which are the first two books of her new Children Series, JoJo's Legal Adventures. To learn more about Attorney DeBarros, her firm or her publications, please visit www.sldebarros.com or buy her book on Amazon. Learn more about her legal services at www.sldebarros.com. Listen to her podcast, get updates on sports legal issues and more at www.prosportlawyer.com and order Athletes Making Moves© at www.athletesmakingmoves.com. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/waysa/support
Are you an athlete, parent, coach or athlete advocate seeking to monetize, protect, and leverage your Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL)? Did you miss the 2nd Annual NILCOMBINE? If so, get access right now at bit.ly/ALL-ACCESSPASS. Sivonnia DeBarros - Protector of Athletes™ - is a first-generation lawyer and law business owner, woman in business and a former track and field Division-I College athlete. DeBarros graduated from Chicago-Kent College of Law with her J.D. in 2013, received a M.S. in Criminal Justice from Everest University in 2010, and her B.S. in Political Science from University of South Florida in 2008. DeBarros has represented pro athletes from the NFL, MLS, NBA-G League, and Pro-Table Tennis sports; 7- figure National Brands and NY Times Best-Selling Authors by helping them to properly set up businesses, put proper agreements in place and create legacies that will pay dividends in the future. DeBarros has been featured on CBS, ABC, WGN, Shoutout LA, and a host of podcasts such as A Frugal Athlete, Influential Entrepreneurs, Tackle What's Next, and Maximum Lawyer to name a few. DeBarros is passionate about helping athletes, women, and first-generation business owners because she understands the peculiar struggle many have faced by not having the necessary support and guidance to be successful. Additionally, DeBarros is a public speaker, entrepreneur, and bestselling published author of What Are You Sporting About?. DeBarros is also the creator of the proprietary program “Have Your S.A.E.™” which was designed with collegiate athletes in mind and the author of the book, Athletes Making Moves©, released July 31, 2021. DeBarros previously authored The Foreign Sovereign Immunities Act: the Roadblocks to Recovery law article, published in Chicago-Kent College Of Law's Seventh Circuit's Review Law Journal, and published the new Children's Books, JoJo Learns About Credibility and JoJo Learns About Voting, which are the first two books of her new Children Series, JoJo's Legal Adventures. To learn more about Attorney DeBarros, her firm or her publications, please visit www.sldebarros.com or buy her book on Amazon. Learn more about her legal services at www.sldebarros.com. Listen to her podcast, get updates on sports legal issues and more at www.prosportlawyer.com and order Athletes Making Moves© at www.athletesmakingmoves.com. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/waysa/support
Episode 34 features Amobi Okugo, former MLS player turned entrepreneur. Okugo discusses his journey to playing professional soccer, how athletes can maximize business opportunities, and his unique educational journey to becoming a lifelong learner. Follow @amobisays and subscribe @sidelinestories for more!
Are you an athlete seeking to monetize, protect, and leverage your Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL)? Now is your chance to get all the information you need to boss up your NIL and demand your worth. How? Join the NILCOMBINE 2023 event by visiting https://bit.ly/NILCOMBINE2023. Sivonnia DeBarros - Protector of Athletes™ - is a first-generation lawyer and law business owner, woman in business and a former track and field Division-I College athlete. DeBarros graduated from Chicago-Kent College of Law with her J.D. in 2013, received a M.S. in Criminal Justice from Everest University in 2010, and her B.S. in Political Science from University of South Florida in 2008. DeBarros has represented pro athletes from the NFL, MLS, NBA-G League, and Pro-Table Tennis sports; 7- figure National Brands and NY Times Best-Selling Authors by helping them to properly set up businesses, put proper agreements in place and create legacies that will pay dividends in the future. DeBarros has been featured on CBS, ABC, WGN, Shoutout LA, and a host of podcasts such as A Frugal Athlete, Influential Entrepreneurs, Tackle What's Next, and Maximum Lawyer to name a few. DeBarros is passionate about helping athletes, women, and first-generation business owners because she understands the peculiar struggle many have faced by not having the necessary support and guidance to be successful. Additionally, DeBarros is a public speaker, entrepreneur, and bestselling published author of What Are You Sporting About?. DeBarros is also the creator of the proprietary program “Have Your S.A.E.™” that was designed with collegiate athletes in mind and the author of the book, Athletes Making Moves©, released July 31, 2021. DeBarros previously authored The Foreign Sovereign Immunities Act: the Roadblocks to Recovery law article, published in Chicago-Kent College Of Law's Seventh Circuit's Review Law Journal, and published the new Children's Books, JoJo Learns About Credibility and JoJo Learns About Voting, which are the first two books of her new Children Series, JoJo's Legal Adventures. To learn more about Attorney DeBarros, her firm or her publications, please visit www.sldebarros.com or buy her book on Amazon. Learn more about her legal services at www.sldebarros.com. Listen to her podcast, get updates on sports legal issues and more at www.prosportlawyer.com and order Athletes Making Moves© at www.athletesmakingmoves.com. To register for the upcoming NILCOMBINE 2023 visit https://bit.ly/NILCOMBINE2023. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/waysa/support
Are you an athlete seeking to monetize, protect, and leverage your Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL)? Now is your chance to get all the information you need to boss up your NIL and demand your worth. How? Join the NILCOMBINE 2023 event by visiting https://bit.ly/NILCOMBINE2023. Sivonnia DeBarros - Protector of Athletes™ - is a first-generation lawyer and law business owner, woman in business and a former track and field Division-I College athlete. DeBarros graduated from Chicago-Kent College of Law with her J.D. in 2013, received a M.S. in Criminal Justice from Everest University in 2010, and her B.S. in Political Science from University of South Florida in 2008. DeBarros has represented pro athletes from the NFL, MLS, NBA-G League, and Pro-Table Tennis sports; 7- figure National Brands and NY Times Best-Selling Authors by helping them to properly set up businesses, put proper agreements in place and create legacies that will pay dividends in the future. DeBarros has been featured on CBS, ABC, WGN, Shoutout LA, and a host of podcasts such as A Frugal Athlete, Influential Entrepreneurs, Tackle What's Next, and Maximum Lawyer to name a few. DeBarros is passionate about helping athletes, women, and first-generation business owners because she understands the peculiar struggle many have faced by not having the necessary support and guidance to be successful. Additionally, DeBarros is a public speaker, entrepreneur, and bestselling published author of What Are You Sporting About?. DeBarros is also the creator of the proprietary program “Have Your S.A.E.™” that was designed with collegiate athletes in mind and the author of the book, Athletes Making Moves©, released July 31, 2021. DeBarros previously authored The Foreign Sovereign Immunities Act: the Roadblocks to Recovery law article, published in Chicago-Kent College Of Law's Seventh Circuit's Review Law Journal, and published the new Children's Books, JoJo Learns About Credibility and JoJo Learns About Voting, which are the first two books of her new Children Series, JoJo's Legal Adventures. To learn more about Attorney DeBarros, her firm or her publications, please visit www.sldebarros.com or buy her book on Amazon. Learn more about her legal services at www.sldebarros.com. Listen to her podcast, get updates on sports legal issues and more at www.prosportlawyer.com and order Athletes Making Moves© at www.athletesmakingmoves.com. To register for the upcoming NILCOMBINE 2023 visit https://bit.ly/NILCOMBINE2023. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/waysa/support
Are you an athlete seeking to monetize, protect, and leverage your Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL)? Now is your chance to get all the information you need to boss up your NIL and demand your worth. How? Join the NILCOMBINE 2023 event by visiting https://bit.ly/NILCOMBINE2023. Sivonnia DeBarros - Protector of Athletes™ - is a first-generation lawyer and law business owner, woman in business and a former track and field Division-I College athlete. DeBarros graduated from Chicago-Kent College of Law with her J.D. in 2013, received a M.S. in Criminal Justice from Everest University in 2010, and her B.S. in Political Science from University of South Florida in 2008. DeBarros has represented pro athletes from the NFL, MLS, NBA-G League, and Pro-Table Tennis sports; 7- figure National Brands and NY Times Best-Selling Authors by helping them to properly set up businesses, put proper agreements in place and create legacies that will pay dividends in the future. DeBarros has been featured on CBS, ABC, WGN, Shoutout LA, and a host of podcasts such as A Frugal Athlete, Influential Entrepreneurs, Tackle What's Next, and Maximum Lawyer to name a few. DeBarros is passionate about helping athletes, women, and first-generation business owners because she understands the peculiar struggle many have faced by not having the necessary support and guidance to be successful. Additionally, DeBarros is a public speaker, entrepreneur, and bestselling published author of What Are You Sporting About?. DeBarros is also the creator of the proprietary program “Have Your S.A.E.™” that was designed with collegiate athletes in mind and the author of the book, Athletes Making Moves©, released July 31, 2021. DeBarros previously authored The Foreign Sovereign Immunities Act: the Roadblocks to Recovery law article, published in Chicago-Kent College Of Law's Seventh Circuit's Review Law Journal, and published the new Children's Books, JoJo Learns About Credibility and JoJo Learns About Voting, which are the first two books of her new Children Series, JoJo's Legal Adventures. To learn more about Attorney DeBarros, her firm or her publications, please visit www.sldebarros.com or buy her book on Amazon. Learn more about her legal services at www.sldebarros.com. Listen to her podcast, get updates on sports legal issues and more at www.prosportlawyer.com and order Athletes Making Moves© at www.athletesmakingmoves.com. To register for the upcoming NILCOMBINE 2023 visit https://bit.ly/NILCOMBINE2023. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/waysa/support
Are you an athlete seeking to monetize, protect, and leverage your Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL)? Now is your chance to get all the information you need to boss up your NIL and demand your worth. How? Join the NILCOMBINE 2023 event by visiting https://bit.ly/NILCOMBINE2023. Sivonnia DeBarros - Protector of Athletes™ - is a first-generation lawyer and law business owner, woman in business and a former track and field Division-I College athlete. DeBarros graduated from Chicago-Kent College of Law with her J.D. in 2013, received a M.S. in Criminal Justice from Everest University in 2010, and her B.S. in Political Science from University of South Florida in 2008. DeBarros has represented pro athletes from the NFL, MLS, NBA-G League, and Pro-Table Tennis sports; 7- figure National Brands and NY Times Best-Selling Authors by helping them to properly set up businesses, put proper agreements in place and create legacies that will pay dividends in the future. DeBarros has been featured on CBS, ABC, WGN, Shoutout LA, and a host of podcasts such as A Frugal Athlete, Influential Entrepreneurs, Tackle What's Next, and Maximum Lawyer to name a few. DeBarros is passionate about helping athletes, women, and first-generation business owners because she understands the peculiar struggle many have faced by not having the necessary support and guidance to be successful. Additionally, DeBarros is a public speaker, entrepreneur, and bestselling published author of What Are You Sporting About?. DeBarros is also the creator of the proprietary program “Have Your S.A.E.™” that was designed with collegiate athletes in mind and the author of the book, Athletes Making Moves©, released July 31, 2021. DeBarros previously authored The Foreign Sovereign Immunities Act: the Roadblocks to Recovery law article, published in Chicago-Kent College Of Law's Seventh Circuit's Review Law Journal, and published the new Children's Books, JoJo Learns About Credibility and JoJo Learns About Voting, which are the first two books of her new Children Series, JoJo's Legal Adventures. To learn more about Attorney DeBarros, her firm or her publications, please visit www.sldebarros.com or buy her book on Amazon. Learn more about her legal services at www.sldebarros.com. Listen to her podcast, get updates on sports legal issues and more at www.prosportlawyer.com and order Athletes Making Moves© at www.athletesmakingmoves.com. To register for the upcoming NILCOMBINE 2023 visit https://bit.ly/NILCOMBINE2023. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/waysa/support
Are you an athlete seeking to monetize, protect, and leverage your Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL)? Now is your chance to get all the information you need to boss up your NIL and demand your worth. How? Join the NILCOMBINE 2023 event by visiting https://bit.ly/NILCOMBINE2023. Sivonnia DeBarros - Protector of Athletes™ - is a first-generation lawyer and law business owner, woman in business and a former track and field Division-I College athlete. DeBarros graduated from Chicago-Kent College of Law with her J.D. in 2013, received a M.S. in Criminal Justice from Everest University in 2010, and her B.S. in Political Science from University of South Florida in 2008. DeBarros has represented pro athletes from the NFL, MLS, NBA-G League, and Pro-Table Tennis sports; 7- figure National Brands and NY Times Best-Selling Authors by helping them to properly set up businesses, put proper agreements in place and create legacies that will pay dividends in the future. DeBarros has been featured on CBS, ABC, WGN, Shoutout LA, and a host of podcasts such as A Frugal Athlete, Influential Entrepreneurs, Tackle What's Next, and Maximum Lawyer to name a few. DeBarros is passionate about helping athletes, women, and first-generation business owners because she understands the peculiar struggle many have faced by not having the necessary support and guidance to be successful. Additionally, DeBarros is a public speaker, entrepreneur, and bestselling published author of What Are You Sporting About?. DeBarros is also the creator of the proprietary program “Have Your S.A.E.™” that was designed with collegiate athletes in mind and the author of the book, Athletes Making Moves©, released July 31, 2021. DeBarros previously authored The Foreign Sovereign Immunities Act: the Roadblocks to Recovery law article, published in Chicago-Kent College Of Law's Seventh Circuit's Review Law Journal, and published the new Children's Books, JoJo Learns About Credibility and JoJo Learns About Voting, which are the first two books of her new Children Series, JoJo's Legal Adventures. To learn more about Attorney DeBarros, her firm or her publications, please visit www.sldebarros.com or buy her book on Amazon. Learn more about her legal services at www.sldebarros.com. Listen to her podcast, get updates on sports legal issues and more at www.prosportlawyer.com and order Athletes Making Moves© at www.athletesmakingmoves.com. To register for the upcoming NILCOMBINE 2023 visit https://bit.ly/NILCOMBINE2023. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/waysa/support
Today's guest is Amobi Okugo, former professional soccer player turned athlete entrepreneur and creator, business development and strategic partnerships consultant and currently Founder of A Frugal Athlete! Amobi realized very quickly into his professional soccer career that he was not going to be paid to play the game forever. So he quickly put a plan in place to continue his education, tap into his passions and ultimately put himself in a strong position to succeed when his career on the field came to an end. Today we talked about: his recruiting process and committing to UCLA the decision to leave school early and begin his pro career the first steps he took to plan for life after soccer the importance of networking and internships the academic promise he made to his mother how A Frugal Athlete was born and the mission a sneak peak into the 10 Athlete Money Commandments how he helps brands and athletes become financially prudent and much more Appreciate you tuning in. Hope you enjoy! _____________________________________ You can find previous episodes or get in touch with me personally below: www.kevintarca.com my instagram my twitter
Are you an athlete seeking to monetize, protect, and leverage your Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL)? Now is your chance to get all the information you need to boss up your NIL and demand your worth. How? Join the NILCOMBINE 2023 event by visiting https://bit.ly/NILCOMBINE2023. Sivonnia DeBarros - Protector of Athletes™ - is a first-generation lawyer and law business owner, woman in business and a former track and field Division-I College athlete. DeBarros graduated from Chicago-Kent College of Law with her J.D. in 2013, received a M.S. in Criminal Justice from Everest University in 2010, and her B.S. in Political Science from University of South Florida in 2008. DeBarros has represented pro athletes from the NFL, MLS, NBA-G League, and Pro-Table Tennis sports; 7- figure National Brands and NY Times Best-Selling Authors by helping them to properly set up businesses, put proper agreements in place and create legacies that will pay dividends in the future. DeBarros has been featured on CBS, ABC, WGN, Shoutout LA, and a host of podcasts such as A Frugal Athlete, Influential Entrepreneurs, Tackle What's Next, and Maximum Lawyer to name a few. DeBarros is passionate about helping athletes, women, and first-generation business owners because she understands the peculiar struggle many have faced by not having the necessary support and guidance to be successful. Additionally, DeBarros is a public speaker, entrepreneur, and bestselling published author of What Are You Sporting About?. DeBarros is also the creator of the proprietary program “Have Your S.A.E.™” that was designed with collegiate athletes in mind and the author of the book, Athletes Making Moves©, released July 31, 2021. DeBarros previously authored The Foreign Sovereign Immunities Act: the Roadblocks to Recovery law article, published in Chicago-Kent College Of Law's Seventh Circuit's Review Law Journal, and published the new Children's Books, JoJo Learns About Credibility and JoJo Learns About Voting, which are the first two books of her new Children Series, JoJo's Legal Adventures. To learn more about Attorney DeBarros, her firm or her publications, please visit www.sldebarros.com or buy her book on Amazon. Learn more about her legal services at www.sldebarros.com. Listen to her podcast, get updates on sports legal issues and more at www.prosportlawyer.com and order Athletes Making Moves© at www.athletesmakingmoves.com. To register for the upcoming NILCOMBINE 2023 visit https://bit.ly/NILCOMBINE2023. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/waysa/support
Are you an athlete seeking to monetize, protect, and leverage your Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL)? Now is your chance to get all the information you need to boss up your NIL and demand your worth. How? Join the NILCOMBINE 2023 event by visiting https://bit.ly/NILCOMBINE2023. Sivonnia DeBarros - Protector of Athletes™ - is a first-generation lawyer and law business owner, woman in business and a former track and field Division-I College athlete. DeBarros graduated from Chicago-Kent College of Law with her J.D. in 2013, received a M.S. in Criminal Justice from Everest University in 2010, and her B.S. in Political Science from University of South Florida in 2008. DeBarros has represented pro athletes from the NFL, MLS, NBA-G League, and Pro-Table Tennis sports; 7- figure National Brands and NY Times Best-Selling Authors by helping them to properly set up businesses, put proper agreements in place and create legacies that will pay dividends in the future. DeBarros has been featured on CBS, ABC, WGN, Shoutout LA, and a host of podcasts such as A Frugal Athlete, Influential Entrepreneurs, Tackle What's Next, and Maximum Lawyer to name a few. DeBarros is passionate about helping athletes, women, and first-generation business owners because she understands the peculiar struggle many have faced by not having the necessary support and guidance to be successful. Additionally, DeBarros is a public speaker, entrepreneur, and bestselling published author of What Are You Sporting About?. DeBarros is also the creator of the proprietary program “Have Your S.A.E.™” that was designed with collegiate athletes in mind and the author of the book, Athletes Making Moves©, released July 31, 2021. DeBarros previously authored The Foreign Sovereign Immunities Act: the Roadblocks to Recovery law article, published in Chicago-Kent College Of Law's Seventh Circuit's Review Law Journal, and published the new Children's Books, JoJo Learns About Credibility and JoJo Learns About Voting, which are the first two books of her new Children Series, JoJo's Legal Adventures. To learn more about Attorney DeBarros, her firm or her publications, please visit www.sldebarros.com or buy her book on Amazon. Learn more about her legal services at www.sldebarros.com. Listen to her podcast, get updates on sports legal issues and more at www.prosportlawyer.com and order Athletes Making Moves© at www.athletesmakingmoves.com. To register for the upcoming NILCOMBINE 2023 visit https://bit.ly/NILCOMBINE2023. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/waysa/support
Are you an athlete seeking to monetize, protect, and leverage your Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL)? Now is your chance to get all the information you need to boss up your NIL and demand your worth. How? Join the NILCOMBINE 2023 event by visiting https://bit.ly/NILCOMBINE2023. Sivonnia DeBarros - Protector of Athletes™ - is a first-generation lawyer and law business owner, woman in business and a former track and field Division-I College athlete. DeBarros graduated from Chicago-Kent College of Law with her J.D. in 2013, received a M.S. in Criminal Justice from Everest University in 2010, and her B.S. in Political Science from University of South Florida in 2008. DeBarros has represented pro athletes from the NFL, MLS, NBA-G League, and Pro-Table Tennis sports; 7- figure National Brands and NY Times Best-Selling Authors by helping them to properly set up businesses, put proper agreements in place and create legacies that will pay dividends in the future. DeBarros has been featured on CBS, ABC, WGN, Shoutout LA, and a host of podcasts such as A Frugal Athlete, Influential Entrepreneurs, Tackle What's Next, and Maximum Lawyer to name a few. DeBarros is passionate about helping athletes, women, and first-generation business owners because she understands the peculiar struggle many have faced by not having the necessary support and guidance to be successful. Additionally, DeBarros is a public speaker, entrepreneur, and bestselling published author of What Are You Sporting About?. DeBarros is also the creator of the proprietary program “Have Your S.A.E.™” that was designed with collegiate athletes in mind and the author of the book, Athletes Making Moves©, released July 31, 2021. DeBarros previously authored The Foreign Sovereign Immunities Act: the Roadblocks to Recovery law article, published in Chicago-Kent College Of Law's Seventh Circuit's Review Law Journal, and published the new Children's Books, JoJo Learns About Credibility and JoJo Learns About Voting, which are the first two books of her new Children Series, JoJo's Legal Adventures. To learn more about Attorney DeBarros, her firm or her publications, please visit www.sldebarros.com or buy her book on Amazon. Learn more about her legal services at www.sldebarros.com. Listen to her podcast, get updates on sports legal issues and more at www.prosportlawyer.com and order Athletes Making Moves© at www.athletesmakingmoves.com. To register for the upcoming NILCOMBINE 2023 visit https://bit.ly/NILCOMBINE2023. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/waysa/support
Are you an athlete seeking to monetize, protect, and leverage your Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL)? Now is your chance to get all the information you need to boss up your NIL and demand your worth. How? Join the NILCOMBINE 2023 event by visiting https://bit.ly/NILCOMBINE2023. Sivonnia DeBarros - Protector of Athletes™ - is a first-generation lawyer and law business owner, woman in business and a former track and field Division-I College athlete. DeBarros graduated from Chicago-Kent College of Law with her J.D. in 2013, received a M.S. in Criminal Justice from Everest University in 2010, and her B.S. in Political Science from University of South Florida in 2008. DeBarros has represented pro athletes from the NFL, MLS, NBA-G League, and Pro-Table Tennis sports; 7- figure National Brands and NY Times Best-Selling Authors by helping them to properly set up businesses, put proper agreements in place and create legacies that will pay dividends in the future. DeBarros has been featured on CBS, ABC, WGN, Shoutout LA, and a host of podcasts such as A Frugal Athlete, Influential Entrepreneurs, Tackle What's Next, and Maximum Lawyer to name a few. DeBarros is passionate about helping athletes, women, and first-generation business owners because she understands the peculiar struggle many have faced by not having the necessary support and guidance to be successful. Additionally, DeBarros is a public speaker, entrepreneur, and bestselling published author of What Are You Sporting About?. DeBarros is also the creator of the proprietary program “Have Your S.A.E.™” that was designed with collegiate athletes in mind and the author of the book, Athletes Making Moves©, released July 31, 2021. DeBarros previously authored The Foreign Sovereign Immunities Act: the Roadblocks to Recovery law article, published in Chicago-Kent College Of Law's Seventh Circuit's Review Law Journal, and published the new Children's Books, JoJo Learns About Credibility and JoJo Learns About Voting, which are the first two books of her new Children Series, JoJo's Legal Adventures. To learn more about Attorney DeBarros, her firm or her publications, please visit www.sldebarros.com or buy her book on Amazon. Learn more about her legal services at www.sldebarros.com. Listen to her podcast, get updates on sports legal issues and more at www.prosportlawyer.com and order Athletes Making Moves© at www.athletesmakingmoves.com. To register for the upcoming NILCOMBINE 2023 visit https://bit.ly/NILCOMBINE2023. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/waysa/support
Are you an athlete seeking to monetize, protect, and leverage your Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL)? Now is your chance to get all the information you need to boss up your NIL and demand your worth. How? Join the NILCOMBINE 2023 event by visiting https://bit.ly/NILCOMBINE2023. Sivonnia DeBarros - Protector of Athletes™ - is a first-generation lawyer and law business owner, woman in business and a former track and field Division-I College athlete. DeBarros graduated from Chicago-Kent College of Law with her J.D. in 2013, received a M.S. in Criminal Justice from Everest University in 2010, and her B.S. in Political Science from University of South Florida in 2008. DeBarros has represented pro athletes from the NFL, MLS, NBA-G League, and Pro-Table Tennis sports; 7- figure National Brands and NY Times Best-Selling Authors by helping them to properly set up businesses, put proper agreements in place and create legacies that will pay dividends in the future. DeBarros has been featured on CBS, ABC, WGN, Shoutout LA, and a host of podcasts such as A Frugal Athlete, Influential Entrepreneurs, Tackle What's Next, and Maximum Lawyer to name a few. DeBarros is passionate about helping athletes, women, and first-generation business owners because she understands the peculiar struggle many have faced by not having the necessary support and guidance to be successful. Additionally, DeBarros is a public speaker, entrepreneur, and bestselling published author of What Are You Sporting About?. DeBarros is also the creator of the proprietary program “Have Your S.A.E.™” that was designed with collegiate athletes in mind and the author of the book, Athletes Making Moves©, released July 31, 2021. DeBarros previously authored The Foreign Sovereign Immunities Act: the Roadblocks to Recovery law article, published in Chicago-Kent College Of Law's Seventh Circuit's Review Law Journal, and published the new Children's Books, JoJo Learns About Credibility and JoJo Learns About Voting, which are the first two books of her new Children Series, JoJo's Legal Adventures. To learn more about Attorney DeBarros, her firm or her publications, please visit www.sldebarros.com or buy her book on Amazon. Learn more about her legal services at www.sldebarros.com. Listen to her podcast, get updates on sports legal issues and more at www.prosportlawyer.com and order Athletes Making Moves© at www.athletesmakingmoves.com. To register for the upcoming NILCOMBINE 2023 visit https://bit.ly/NILCOMBINE2023. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/waysa/support
Are you an athlete seeking to monetize, protect, and leverage your Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL)? Now is your chance to get all the information you need to boss up your NIL and demand your worth. How? Join the NILCOMBINE 2023 event by visiting https://bit.ly/NILCOMBINE2023. Sivonnia DeBarros - Protector of Athletes™ - is a first-generation lawyer and law business owner, woman in business and a former track and field Division-I College athlete. DeBarros graduated from Chicago-Kent College of Law with her J.D. in 2013, received a M.S. in Criminal Justice from Everest University in 2010, and her B.S. in Political Science from University of South Florida in 2008. DeBarros has represented pro athletes from the NFL, MLS, NBA-G League, and Pro-Table Tennis sports; 7- figure National Brands and NY Times Best-Selling Authors by helping them to properly set up businesses, put proper agreements in place and create legacies that will pay dividends in the future. DeBarros has been featured on CBS, ABC, WGN, Shoutout LA, and a host of podcasts such as A Frugal Athlete, Influential Entrepreneurs, Tackle What's Next, and Maximum Lawyer to name a few. DeBarros is passionate about helping athletes, women, and first-generation business owners because she understands the peculiar struggle many have faced by not having the necessary support and guidance to be successful. Additionally, DeBarros is a public speaker, entrepreneur, and bestselling published author of What Are You Sporting About?. DeBarros is also the creator of the proprietary program “Have Your S.A.E.™” that was designed with collegiate athletes in mind and the author of the book, Athletes Making Moves©, released July 31, 2021. DeBarros previously authored The Foreign Sovereign Immunities Act: the Roadblocks to Recovery law article, published in Chicago-Kent College Of Law's Seventh Circuit's Review Law Journal, and published the new Children's Books, JoJo Learns About Credibility and JoJo Learns About Voting, which are the first two books of her new Children Series, JoJo's Legal Adventures. To learn more about Attorney DeBarros, her firm or her publications, please visit www.sldebarros.com or buy her book on Amazon. Learn more about her legal services at www.sldebarros.com. Listen to her podcast, get updates on sports legal issues and more at www.prosportlawyer.com and order Athletes Making Moves© at www.athletesmakingmoves.com. To register for the upcoming NILCOMBINE 2023 visit https://bit.ly/NILCOMBINE2023. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/waysa/support
Are you an athlete seeking to monetize, protect, and leverage your Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL)? Now is your chance to get all the information you need to boss up your NIL and demand your worth. How? Join the NILCOMBINE 2023 event by visiting https://bit.ly/NILCOMBINE2023. Sivonnia DeBarros - Protector of Athletes™ - is a first-generation lawyer and law business owner, woman in business and a former track and field Division-I College athlete. DeBarros graduated from Chicago-Kent College of Law with her J.D. in 2013, received a M.S. in Criminal Justice from Everest University in 2010, and her B.S. in Political Science from University of South Florida in 2008. DeBarros has represented pro athletes from the NFL, MLS, NBA-G League, and Pro-Table Tennis sports; 7- figure National Brands and NY Times Best-Selling Authors by helping them to properly set up businesses, put proper agreements in place and create legacies that will pay dividends in the future. DeBarros has been featured on CBS, ABC, WGN, Shoutout LA, and a host of podcasts such as A Frugal Athlete, Influential Entrepreneurs, Tackle What's Next, and Maximum Lawyer to name a few. DeBarros is passionate about helping athletes, women, and first-generation business owners because she understands the peculiar struggle many have faced by not having the necessary support and guidance to be successful. Additionally, DeBarros is a public speaker, entrepreneur, and bestselling published author of What Are You Sporting About?. DeBarros is also the creator of the proprietary program “Have Your S.A.E.™” that was designed with collegiate athletes in mind and the author of the book, Athletes Making Moves©, released July 31, 2021. DeBarros previously authored The Foreign Sovereign Immunities Act: the Roadblocks to Recovery law article, published in Chicago-Kent College Of Law's Seventh Circuit's Review Law Journal, and published the new Children's Books, JoJo Learns About Credibility and JoJo Learns About Voting, which are the first two books of her new Children Series, JoJo's Legal Adventures. To learn more about Attorney DeBarros, her firm or her publications, please visit www.sldebarros.com or buy her book on Amazon. Learn more about her legal services at www.sldebarros.com. Listen to her podcast, get updates on sports legal issues and more at www.prosportlawyer.com and order Athletes Making Moves© at www.athletesmakingmoves.com. To register for the upcoming NILCOMBINE 2023 visit https://bit.ly/NILCOMBINE2023. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/waysa/support
Y'all are in for a treat! I got to spend time with Sivonnia L DeBarros, protector of athletes, lawyer, and law business owner. She has represented pro athletes from the NFL, MLS, NBA-G League, and Pro-Table Tennis sports. Sivonnia has been featured on CBS, ABC, WGN, and Shoutout LA, and is a host of podcasts and bestselling published author of What Are You Sporting About? Sivonnia is passionate about helping athletes, women, and first-generation business owners because she understands the peculiar struggle many faces by needing more support and guidance to be successful. Listen in as we talk about: What she did when she realized she was a leader but not leading. That pivotal moment when she learned the value of self-advocacy Why she empowers everyone on her team How she sets expectations for her team Connect with Jahaan: Learn more about working with Jahaan and see if it's the right fit for you: https://JahaanBlakeAppointmentScheduling.as.me/LetsTalk Join Jahaan's VIP Email List: https://bit.ly/3yccwAP Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jahaanblake/ Email: jblake@jahaanblake.com Website: https://jahaanblake.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jahaanblake/ Links: Podcast | What Are You Sporting About?: https://apple.co/3GNTWFh Book | What Are You Sporting About?: https://bit.ly/3XkK50z Book | Athletes Making Moves: https://www.athletesmakingmoves.com/shop Book | Jojo Learns About Credibility: https://amzn.to/3J0SBxL Book | Jojo Learns About Voting: https://amzn.to/3iLX10A Connect with Sivonnia: Website: https://www.sldebarros.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sldebarroslaw/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sldebarroslaw/ Sivonnia DeBarros - the Protector of Athletes® - is a first-generation lawyer and law business owner. DeBarros graduated from Chicago-Kent College of Law with her J.D. in 2013, received an M.S. in Criminal Justice from Everest University in 2010, and her B.S. in Political Science from the University of South Florida in 2008. DeBarros has represented pro athletes from the NFL, MLS, NBA-G League, and Pro-Table Tennis sports; 7- figure National Brands and NY Times Best-Selling Authors; and has been featured on CBS, ABC, WGN, Shoutout LA, and a host of podcasts such as A Frugal Athlete, Influential Entrepreneurs, Tackle What's Next, and Maximum Lawyer to name a few. DeBarros has been published in Authority Magazine, BuzzFeed, quoted in Forbes, Communication Intelligence, and other publications. DeBarros is passionate about helping athletes, women, and first-generation business owners because she understands the peculiar struggle many faces by not having the necessary support and guidance to be successful. DeBarros is a public speaker, entrepreneur, and bestselling published author of What Are You Sporting About?, Athletes Making Moves, and the author of JoJo's Legal Adventures Children's Book Series that introduces legal concepts to kids. DeBarros is the founder of Athletes Making Moves™, the NILCOMBINE™ and the Host of What Are You Sporting About?® Podcast. Music By: Quanzaa
Are you an athlete seeking to monetize, protect, and leverage your Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL)? Now is your chance to get all the information you need to boss up your NIL and demand your worth. How? Join the NILCOMBINE 2023 event by visiting https://bit.ly/NILCOMBINE2023. Sivonnia DeBarros - Protector of Athletes™ - is a first-generation lawyer and law business owner, woman in business and a former track and field Division-I College athlete. DeBarros graduated from Chicago-Kent College of Law with her J.D. in 2013, received a M.S. in Criminal Justice from Everest University in 2010, and her B.S. in Political Science from University of South Florida in 2008. DeBarros has represented pro athletes from the NFL, MLS, NBA-G League, and Pro-Table Tennis sports; 7- figure National Brands and NY Times Best-Selling Authors by helping them to properly set up businesses, put proper agreements in place and create legacies that will pay dividends in the future. DeBarros has been featured on CBS, ABC, WGN, Shoutout LA, and a host of podcasts such as A Frugal Athlete, Influential Entrepreneurs, Tackle What's Next, and Maximum Lawyer to name a few. DeBarros is passionate about helping athletes, women, and first-generation business owners because she understands the peculiar struggle many have faced by not having the necessary support and guidance to be successful. Additionally, DeBarros is a public speaker, entrepreneur, and bestselling published author of What Are You Sporting About?. DeBarros is also the creator of the proprietary program “Have Your S.A.E.™” that was designed with collegiate athletes in mind and the author of the book, Athletes Making Moves©, released July 31, 2021. DeBarros previously authored The Foreign Sovereign Immunities Act: the Roadblocks to Recovery law article, published in Chicago-Kent College Of Law's Seventh Circuit's Review Law Journal, and published the new Children's Books, JoJo Learns About Credibility and JoJo Learns About Voting, which are the first two books of her new Children Series, JoJo's Legal Adventures. To learn more about Attorney DeBarros, her firm or her publications, please visit www.sldebarros.com or buy her book on Amazon. Learn more about her legal services at www.sldebarros.com. Listen to her podcast, get updates on sports legal issues and more at www.prosportlawyer.com and order Athletes Making Moves© at www.athletesmakingmoves.com. To register for the upcoming NILCOMBINE 2023 visit https://bit.ly/NILCOMBINE2023. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/waysa/support
This week we are joined by someone who has made waves in both the soccer and business world - Amobi Okugo! Amobi played 4 seasons for the Philadelphia Union in MLS winning honors like the U.S. Open Cup. He also has experience playing for Austin Bold in the USL. Amobi was featured on Forbes 30 Under 30 and is widely known for founding Frugal Athlete, a company which helps athletes through financial education and empowerment. This one's a good one y'all, enjoy!
Are you an athlete seeking to monetize, protect, and leverage your Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL)? Now is your chance to get all the information you need to boss up your NIL and demand your worth. How? Join the NILCOMBINE 2023 event by visiting https://bit.ly/NILCOMBINE2023. If you missed the First annual NILCOMBINE, get the All Access Pass to receive the nuggets and gems from our experts at https://bit.ly/NILCOMBINE-ALLACCESS. Sivonnia DeBarros - Protector of Athletes™ - is a first-generation lawyer and law business owner, woman in business and a former track and field Division-I College athlete. DeBarros graduated from Chicago-Kent College of Law with her J.D. in 2013, received a M.S. in Criminal Justice from Everest University in 2010, and her B.S. in Political Science from University of South Florida in 2008. DeBarros has represented pro athletes from the NFL, MLS, NBA-G League, and Pro-Table Tennis sports; 7- figure National Brands and NY Times Best-Selling Authors by helping them to properly set up businesses, put proper agreements in place and create legacies that will pay dividends in the future. DeBarros has been featured on CBS, ABC, WGN, Shoutout LA, and a host of podcasts such as A Frugal Athlete, Influential Entrepreneurs, Tackle What's Next, and Maximum Lawyer to name a few. DeBarros is passionate about helping athletes, women, and first-generation business owners because she understands the peculiar struggle many have faced by not having the necessary support and guidance to be successful. Additionally, DeBarros is a public speaker, entrepreneur, and bestselling published author of What Are You Sporting About?. DeBarros is also the creator of the proprietary program “Have Your S.A.E.™” that was designed with collegiate athletes in mind and the author of the book, Athletes Making Moves©, released July 31, 2021. DeBarros previously authored The Foreign Sovereign Immunities Act: the Roadblocks to Recovery law article, published in Chicago-Kent College Of Law's Seventh Circuit's Review Law Journal, and published the new Children's Books, JoJo Learns About Credibility and JoJo Learns About Voting, which are the first two books of her new Children Series, JoJo's Legal Adventures. To learn more about Attorney DeBarros, her firm or her publications, please visit www.sldebarros.com or buy her book on Amazon. Learn more about her legal services at www.sldebarros.com. Listen to her podcast, get updates on sports legal issues and more at www.prosportlawyer.com and order Athletes Making Moves© at www.athletesmakingmoves.com. To register for the upcoming NILCOMBINE 2023 visit https://bit.ly/NILCOMBINE2023. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/waysa/support
Episode #153 of The Athletes Podcast features Amobi Okugo. Amobi is a first-generation Nigerian American, professional soccer player, after his freshman year at UCLA he was drafted in the 1st round by the Philadelphia Union. Amobi is the founder of Frugal Athlete, a philanthropist launching the Ok U Go Foundation, content creator on Instagram, YouTube, Twitter, TikTok, LinkedIn, and Apple Podcasts. Thank you enough for tuning in & listening to the show. Our last shoutout goes to our sponsor for this week's episode Stronger, Faster Healthier. With some of the best supplements on the market. Here's episode #153 of the athletes podcast featuring Amobi Okugo, here we go!Episode Breakdown:1:45 - 4:15 Who is Amobi Okugo, a Frugal Athlete & Nigerian parent stories4:15 - 5:57 "Striking when the iron is hot"5:57 - How cool it was being a UCLA Bruin.6:50 - 9:40 - First entrepreneurial days, competing amongst & spoiling siblings9:40 - 13:05 - Messi Signing with Miami? Is Messi the goat? CR to Saudi Arabia? 13:05 - 14:44 Strategies to implement for longevity. Nutrition, diet, and how Kaka proved there were levels to the game.14:44 - 18:00 - Getting drafted to Philly & having to become a pro quickly as a rookie.18:00 - 19:04 - Allen Iverson video on Instagram and why we need more athletes like him.19:04 - 24:25 - A Frugal Athlete & the 30 for 30 documentaries that inspired the platform.24:25 - 25:30 - Using sports as a vehicle & building an efficient engine along the way.25:30 - 26:47 - First F1 experience & "the perfect depiction of preparation, teamwork & a connected vision". 26:47 - 30:00 Ok U Go Foundation & Financial literacy. "Excellence through exposure".30:00 - 33:00 Hidden Talents & Figuring out Retirement33:00 - 34:22 Advice for the Next Generation & OutroCheck out our Website | Twitter | LinkedIn | InstagramOur Sponsor this week is SFH! Use code AP20 at checkout for 20% off!
Are you an athlete seeking to monetize, protect, and leverage your Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL)? If you missed the First annual NILCOMBINE on July 29 and 30th, you're going to want to get the All Access Pass to receive the amazing nuggets and gems from our experts. Visit https://bit.ly/NILCOMBINE-ALLACCESS where you can receive access to the digital recording vault, the playbook, and receive a copy of our bestselling book - Athletes Making Moves. Sivonnia DeBarros - Protector of Athletes™ - is a first-generation lawyer and law business owner, woman in business and a former track and field Division-I College athlete. DeBarros graduated from Chicago-Kent College of Law with her J.D. in 2013, received a M.S. in Criminal Justice from Everest University in 2010, and her B.S. in Political Science from University of South Florida in 2008. DeBarros has represented pro athletes from the NFL, MLS, NBA-G League, and Pro-Table Tennis sports; 7- figure National Brands and NY Times Best-Selling Authors by helping them to properly set up businesses, put proper agreements in place and create legacies that will pay dividends in the future. DeBarros has been featured on CBS, ABC, WGN, Shoutout LA, and a host of podcasts such as A Frugal Athlete, Influential Entrepreneurs, Tackle What's Next, and Maximum Lawyer to name a few. DeBarros is passionate about helping athletes, women, and first-generation business owners because she understands the peculiar struggle many have faced by not having the necessary support and guidance to be successful. Additionally, DeBarros is a public speaker, entrepreneur, and bestselling published author of What Are You Sporting About?. DeBarros is also the creator of the proprietary program “Have Your S.A.E.™” that was designed with collegiate athletes in mind and the author of the book, Athletes Making Moves©, released July 31, 2021. DeBarros previously authored The Foreign Sovereign Immunities Act: the Roadblocks to Recovery law article, published in Chicago-Kent College Of Law's Seventh Circuit's Review Law Journal, and published the new Children's Books, JoJo Learns About Credibility and JoJo Learns About Voting, which are the first two books of her new Children Series, JoJo's Legal Adventures. To learn more about Attorney DeBarros, her firm or her publications, please visit www.sldebarros.com or buy her book on Amazon. Learn more about her legal services at www.sldebarros.com. Listen to her podcast, get updates on sports legal issues and more at www.prosportlawyer.com and order Athletes Making Moves© at www.athletesmakingmoves.com To join the Athletes Making Moves course register here. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/waysa/support
Are you an athlete seeking to monetize, protect, and leverage your Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL)? If you missed the First annual NILCOMBINE on July 29 and 30th, you're going to want to get the All Access Pass to receive the amazing nuggets and gems from our experts. Visit https://bit.ly/NILCOMBINE-ALLACCESS where you can receive access to the digital recording vault, the playbook, and receive a copy of our bestselling book - Athletes Making Moves. Sivonnia DeBarros - Protector of Athletes™ - is a first-generation lawyer and law business owner, woman in business and a former track and field Division-I College athlete. DeBarros graduated from Chicago-Kent College of Law with her J.D. in 2013, received a M.S. in Criminal Justice from Everest University in 2010, and her B.S. in Political Science from University of South Florida in 2008. DeBarros has represented pro athletes from the NFL, MLS, NBA-G League, and Pro-Table Tennis sports; 7- figure National Brands and NY Times Best-Selling Authors by helping them to properly set up businesses, put proper agreements in place and create legacies that will pay dividends in the future. DeBarros has been featured on CBS, ABC, WGN, Shoutout LA, and a host of podcasts such as A Frugal Athlete, Influential Entrepreneurs, Tackle What's Next, and Maximum Lawyer to name a few. DeBarros is passionate about helping athletes, women, and first-generation business owners because she understands the peculiar struggle many have faced by not having the necessary support and guidance to be successful. Additionally, DeBarros is a public speaker, entrepreneur, and bestselling published author of What Are You Sporting About?. DeBarros is also the creator of the proprietary program “Have Your S.A.E.™” that was designed with collegiate athletes in mind and the author of the book, Athletes Making Moves©, released July 31, 2021. DeBarros previously authored The Foreign Sovereign Immunities Act: the Roadblocks to Recovery law article, published in Chicago-Kent College Of Law's Seventh Circuit's Review Law Journal, and published the new Children's Books, JoJo Learns About Credibility and JoJo Learns About Voting, which are the first two books of her new Children Series, JoJo's Legal Adventures. To learn more about Attorney DeBarros, her firm or her publications, please visit www.sldebarros.com or buy her book on Amazon. Learn more about her legal services at www.sldebarros.com. Listen to her podcast, get updates on sports legal issues and more at www.prosportlawyer.com and order Athletes Making Moves© at www.athletesmakingmoves.com To join the Athletes Making Moves course register here. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/waysa/support
Josiah Aston is a Ramsey Preferred Coach and co-founder of Financial Hope Services, a business dedicated to helping people live in abundance and blessing. Along with his wife and two children, Josiah resides in Elk Grove, CA. His other interests include music, leadership, church ministry, motorcycling, and rock-climbing. In this episode we talk about Josiah's journey to financial freedom and what inspired him to start helping others. We also get his take on why individuals struggle with their finances and his breakdown on the world renowned Ramsey total money makeover process. To connect with Josiah and book a consultation click here https://financialhopeservices.com/ Get our Rookie Mistakes course to help you avoid the common mistakes young athletes make from a financial and career perspective. This course will help give you the playbook you need to give yourself the best chance for financial success and more. https://afrugalathlete.thinkific.com/ For more information on how to be smarter with your money check out our website at www.afrugalathlete.com Follow us on Social Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/afrugalathlete Twitter: https://twitter.com/FrugalAthlete Follow Amobi Okugo [Founder] Twitter: https://twitter.com/amobisays Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amobisays/
In this episode we have a chance to have a candid sit down with one of the most well connected managers in sports. Don Ford is an athlete manager for FiftyOne MGMT. In this episode, Don gives us an honest take on all the things behind what makes an athlete successful and not so successful and how managers can help or hinder the progress. Don provides insights on what people don't see behind the scenes and offers his solutions to possibly help. To connect with Don https://www.instagram.com/don__ford/ Get our Rookie Mistakes course to help you avoid the common mistakes young athletes make from a financial and career perspective. This course will help give you the playbook you need to give yourself the best chance for financial success and more. https://afrugalathlete.thinkific.com/ For more information on how to be smarter with your money check out our website at www.afrugalathlete.com Follow us on Social Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/afrugalathlete Twitter: https://twitter.com/FrugalAthlete Follow Amobi Okugo [Founder] Twitter: https://twitter.com/amobisays Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amobisays/
In this episode, we interview Reid Meyer. Reid is the co-founder and CEO of Athletes to Athletes, a college advising company for high school student-athletes. Reid used his past experiences and insights to help the next generation of talent understand the nuances around college. . In this episode, we touch on the hidden cost around college, how to find the right path for you, and what are the key ingredients to be successful as a young student athlete. To follow Athletes to Athletes and Reid: Web: www.athletestoathletes.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamesreidmeyer/ IG: @athletestoathletes Athletes to Athletes (A2A) is a one-on-one college advising program for high school student-athletes led by former college athletes. Leveraging first-hand experience and expert insight into the recruitment landscape, A2A advisers provide expert mentorship and resources to help you choose the school that fits your needs the best; academically, athletically, personally, and financially. _______ Get our Rookie Mistakes course to help you avoid the common mistakes young athletes make from a financial and career perspective. This course will help give you the playbook you need to give yourself the best chance for financial success and more. https://afrugalathlete.thinkific.com/ For more information on how to be smarter with your money check out our website at www.afrugalathlete.com Follow us on Social Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/afrugalathlete Twitter: https://twitter.com/FrugalAthlete Follow Amobi Okugo [Founder] Twitter: https://twitter.com/amobisays
In this episode we interview Katelyn Fischer. Katelyn currently works at the University of Pittsburgh athletics department as the Director of Business Services. Prior to her arrival at Pitt, Fischer was the Coordinator of Business Operations at the University of Maryland from 2019-2021. As an advocate of financial literacy, she also began presenting virtual financial literacy workshops to collegiate student-athletes and young professionals to improve basic skills in budgeting and debt management. In this episode we talk about Katelyn's journey from student athlete to working at a top financial firm to navigating back into the NCAA sports business realm. We also uncover her insights around strong financial practices and how to best manage your money at different stages of your adult life. Katelyn gives great insight into NIL from both player and executive sides and what the future looks like from a student athlete perspective. To connect with Katelyn check out link here: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katelyn-fischer/ Twitter: @katelynafischer Get our Rookie Mistakes course to help you avoid the common mistakes young athletes make from a financial and career perspective. This course will help give you the playbook you need to give yourself the best chance for financial success and more. https://afrugalathlete.thinkific.com/ For more information on how to be smarter with your money check out our website at www.afrugalathlete.com Follow us on Social Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/afrugalathlete Twitter: https://twitter.com/FrugalAthlete Follow Amobi Okugo [Founder] Twitter: https://twitter.com/amobisays
In this episode we interview Ryan Schachtner. Ryan is a former collegiate baseball player and major league prospect that was forced into an early retirement by a career ending shoulder injury. With his dreams of going pro suddenly over and mediocre academic performance to fall back on, Ryan decided to make a game out of life. After COVID pressed the global pause button he took his 22 years of financial advising experience and wrote international best-selling book “The foundation for financial excellence” targeted to college and professional athletes. He now partners with professional teams and athletic departments to create a variety of memorable and easy to implement personal financial education experiences and personal long-term brand building skills to empower athletes with the knowledge necessary for them to be successful in life after athletics. Ryan Schachtner simplifies the complex and awakens potential in his quest to eliminate financial illiteracy. Get Ryan's book here: https://amustwin.com/ Get our Rookie Mistakes course to help you avoid the common mistakes young athletes make from a financial and career perspective. This course will help give you the playbook you need to give yourself the best chance for financial success and more. https://afrugalathlete.thinkific.com/ For more information on how to be smarter with your money check out our website at www.afrugalathlete.com Follow us on Social Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/afrugalathlete Twitter: https://twitter.com/FrugalAthlete Follow Amobi Okugo [Founder] Twitter: https://twitter.com/amobisays
In this episode we interview Brandon Rhodes. Brandon is a Forbes 30 U 30 recipient and VP of Biz Development with Overtime. He's also an entrepreneur having cofounded Hella Awkward card games. In this episode, we talk about how Brandon was able to carve out his lane in the sports business space, the power of going creating what you want, how athletes can master the art of partnerships, and what the future of NIL and athlete marketing looks like. For more information on Brandon connect with him here https://www.linkedin.com/in/bsrhodes/ Get our Rookie Mistakes course to help you avoid the common mistakes young athletes make from a financial and career perspective. This course will help give you the playbook you need to give yourself the best chance for financial success and more. https://afrugalathlete.thinkific.com/ For more information on how to be smarter with your money check out our website at www.afrugalathlete.com Follow us on Social Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/afrugalathlete Twitter: https://twitter.com/FrugalAthlete Follow Amobi Okugo [Founder] Twitter: https://twitter.com/amobisays
In this episode, we have the fortunate pleasure of interviewing Julian Valentin. Julian is currently the head of branding + athlete marketing for top NIL company, Opendorse. After an extensive professional soccer carer, Julian transitioned into the sports branding and digital marketing space and quickly became a go to subject matter expert and voice in the sector. In this episode, we talk about his unique journey from top professional soccer prospect to abruptly transitioning out the game, advice he has for athletes in this day and age, and the unique inner workings of NIL. Connect with Julian here: https://twitter.com/JulianValentin Get our Rookie Mistakes course to help you avoid the common mistakes young athletes make from a financial and career perspective. This course will help give you the playbook you need to give yourself the best chance for financial success and more. https://afrugalathlete.thinkific.com/ For more information on how to be smarter with your money check out our website at www.afrugalathlete.com Follow us on Social Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/afrugalathlete Twitter: https://twitter.com/FrugalAthlete Follow Amobi Okugo [Founder] Twitter: https://twitter.com/amobisays
In this episode we had the pleasure of interviewing stand out student athlete Chase Griffin. Chase Griffin is a student athlete at UCLA who has been a great model of how to navigate the world of NIL. In this episode, we talk to Chase about his journey and how he navigates school, sports, and NIL. Chase shares his approach to doing deals and partnerships and what other student athletes should look for with their own strategy. Chase is considered one of the top NIL athletes in the game due to his authentic approach to working with his strategically selected partners. To follow more on Chase Twitter: https://twitter.com/ChaseQB11 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chaseqb11/ Website: http://chasegriffin.com/ Get our Rookie Mistakes course to help you avoid the common mistakes young athletes make from a financial and career perspective. This course will help give you the playbook you need to give yourself the best chance for financial success and more. https://afrugalathlete.thinkific.com/ For more information on how to be smarter with your money check out our website at www.afrugalathlete.com Follow us on Social Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/afrugalathlete Twitter: https://twitter.com/FrugalAthlete Follow Amobi Okugo [Founder] Twitter: https://twitter.com/amobisays
Season 05 Episode 04 41:48 Amobi Okugo, a former professional soccer player, is now an entrepreneur and founder of the financial literacy platform, A Frugal Athlete. He was a member of the US Youth National Teams from U14 to the U23 Olympic squad as a young soccer player and turned pro in 2010 after a stellar year at UCLA. Amobi spent the next 12 years as an elite player in the MLS and other leagues while never abandoning his educational pursuits.
In this episode we have the luxury of having previous guest Justin Bass on the show. Justin has been an early supporter of Frugal Athlete and long standing advocate for financial literacy. He is a wealth advisor for top athletes and entertainers. In this episode we talk about the current landscape of athletes as they dive into different ventures, why it's important to play the long game money wise, and how athletes can prepare themselves for the road ahead. This weeks episode of the Frugal Athlete Podcast is brought to you by the Shift Group. Shift Group is turning athletes into sales professionals. Is your company looking to hire driven, competitive former athletes? Are you a former college or pro athlete in any sport and trying to figure out what's next? Consider a meaningful career in technology sales and let the Shift Group guide you every step of the way. Reach out to us at https://www.shiftgroup.io/ or email them directly @ JR@shiftgroup.io. Shift Group specializes in helping former athletes unlock the lucrative career of software sales by leveraging their characteristics of focus, discipline, coach ability, competitiveness and work ethic – with a unique 1:1 approach to the entire hiring process with dozens of software companies looking to hire athletes specifically ---- Get our Rookie Mistakes course to help you avoid the common mistakes young athletes make from a financial and career perspective. This course will help give you the playbook you need to give yourself the best chance for financial success and more. https://afrugalathlete.thinkific.com/ For more information on how to be smarter with your money check out our website at www.afrugalathlete.com Follow us on Social Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/afrugalathlete Twitter: https://twitter.com/FrugalAthlete Follow Amobi Okugo [Founder] Twitter: https://twitter.com/amobisays
Providing unique blueprints, tactical knowledge & best practices to the critical points in the football ecosystem so athletes and parents can plan a career path that any athlete can "bank on."Ever wondered what it takes to become a professional athlete? How important is education in the process? What are the key factors that contribute to success? Amobi Okugo and I have a conversation about his journey as an elite US Soccer player, PRO, and now a very successful business owner with his latest startup – the Frugal Athlete. I wanted to learn from him to break down the blueprint - NOT HOLLYWOOD HOOPS - of what it takes to make it in sports. He talks about how he got drafted out of college after one semester to commit fully to his pro soccer career despite attending UCLA on a soccer scholarship. In the interview, he goes into how critical the right mindset is, which decisions are most important in your development as an athlete and a human being, and his most important lesson from becoming a pro-athlete to an entrepreneur. Check out the Frugal Athlete here!https://www.afrugalathlete.com/Does your son dream of playing college football at the highest level?www.ligsports.com/bluechipacademyConnect with Justin and the Blue Chip Academy on Social Media:https://linktr.ee/JKingLIG
In this episode we interview Dephanie Adeyemi. Dephanie is the founder of Ninety8Percent, a platform that helps provide resources and support for the 98% of student athletes that don't go pro in sports but pro in life. We speak on her journey as a student athlete and what it was like to transition as after playing into the tech space. Dephanie gives proactive insights on what student athletes can do to successfully transition and how to navigate the concept of financial literacy during school and immediately after graduating. To learn more about Dephanie check out: https://ninety8percent.com/ This weeks episode of the Frugal Athlete Podcast is brought to you by the Shift Group. Shift Group is turning athletes into sales professionals. Is your company looking to hire driven, competitive former athletes? Are you a former college or pro athlete in any sport and trying to figure out what's next? Consider a meaningful career in technology sales and let the Shift Group guide you every step of the way. Reach out to us at https://www.shiftgroup.io/ or email them directly @ JR@shiftgroup.io. Shift Group specializes in helping former athletes unlock the lucrative career of software sales by leveraging their characteristics of focus, discipline, coach ability, competitiveness and work ethic – with a unique 1:1 approach to the entire hiring process with dozens of software companies looking to hire athletes specifically ---- Get our Rookie Mistakes course to help you avoid the common mistakes young athletes make from a financial and career perspective. This course will help give you the playbook you need to give yourself the best chance for financial success and more. https://afrugalathlete.thinkific.com/ For more information on how to be smarter with your money check out our website at www.afrugalathlete.com Follow us on Social Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/afrugalathlete Twitter: https://twitter.com/FrugalAthlete Follow Amobi Okugo [Founder] Twitter: https://twitter.com/amobisays
In this episode we interview Rennie Curran. Rennie Curran is a keynote speaker, author, leadership and business coach after playing in the NFL. Rennie uses his experiences to help others get inspired in their own endeavors. We speak to Rennie about his transition from playing to building a business and what advice he has for athletes from a financial perspective. To read Free Agent by Rennie Curran click here: https://amzn.to/3vRzajH This weeks episode of the Frugal Athlete Podcast is brought to you by the Shift Group. Shift Group is turning athletes into sales professionals. Is your company looking to hire driven, competitive former athletes? Are you a former college or pro athlete in any sport and trying to figure out what's next? Consider a meaningful career in technology sales and let the Shift Group guide you every step of the way. Reach out to us at https://www.shiftgroup.io/ or email them directly @ JR@shiftgroup.io. Shift Group specializes in helping former athletes unlock the lucrative career of software sales by leveraging their characteristics of focus, discipline, coach ability, competitiveness and work ethic – with a unique 1:1 approach to the entire hiring process with dozens of software companies looking to hire athletes specifically ---- Get our Rookie Mistakes course to help you avoid the common mistakes young athletes make from a financial and career perspective. This course will help give you the playbook you need to give yourself the best chance for financial success and more. https://afrugalathlete.thinkific.com/ For more information on how to be smarter with your money check out our website at www.afrugalathlete.com Follow us on Social Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/afrugalathlete Twitter: https://twitter.com/FrugalAthlete Follow Amobi Okugo [Founder] Twitter: https://twitter.com/amobisays
In this episode we interview Ariassa Wilson aka Coach Rees. Coach Rees is a retired basketball player that has used her experience to build a conglomerate of business ventures one being Taskletes a platform that allows student athletes to make money by completing tasks and services. In this episode, we speak to Ariassa about her journey and transition, what athletes can do to better prepare themselves, and understanding your do you number to achieve financial freedom. To learn more about Ariassa's platform make sure you check out: https://taskletes.com/ ------------------------- This weeks episode of the Frugal Athlete Podcast is brought to you by the Shift Group. Shift Group is turning athletes into sales professionals. Is your company looking to hire driven, competitive former athletes? Are you a former college or pro athlete in any sport and trying to figure out what's next? Consider a meaningful career in technology sales and let the Shift Group guide you every step of the way. Reach out to us at https://www.shiftgroup.io/ or email them directly @ JR@shiftgroup.io. Shift Group specializes in helping former athletes unlock the lucrative career of software sales by leveraging their characteristics of focus, discipline, coach ability, competitiveness and work ethic – with a unique 1:1 approach to the entire hiring process with dozens of software companies looking to hire athletes specifically ---- Get our Rookie Mistakes course to help you avoid the common mistakes young athletes make from a financial and career perspective. This course will help give you the playbook you need to give yourself the best chance for financial success and more. https://afrugalathlete.thinkific.com/ For more information on how to be smarter with your money check out our website at www.afrugalathlete.com Follow us on Social Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/afrugalathlete Twitter: https://twitter.com/FrugalAthlete Follow Amobi Okugo [Founder] Twitter: https://twitter.com/amobisays
In this episode, we interview Rob Connolly. Rob is the founder of Meetlete an app that allows athletes to engage live with their fans. In this episode we talk about Rob's journey into entrepreneurship, how Meetlete is helping athletes with fan engagement, and the importance multiple streams of income is to building true financial stability. Download Meetlete here: https://meetlete.com/ This weeks episode of the Frugal Athlete Podcast is brought to you by the Shift Group. Shift Group is turning athletes into sales professionals. Is your company looking to hire driven, competitive former athletes? Are you a former college or pro athlete in any sport and trying to figure out what's next? Consider a meaningful career in technology sales and let the Shift Group guide you every step of the way. Reach out to us at www.shiftgroup.io or email them directly @ JR@shiftgroup.io. Shift Group specializes in helping former athletes unlock the lucrative career of software sales by leveraging their characteristics of focus, discipline, coach ability, competitiveness and work ethic – with a unique 1:1 approach to the entire hiring process with dozens of software companies looking to hire athletes specifically
Episode 8 is here! We're sitting with Amobi Okugo, creator of "A Frugal Athlete". We talk about his creation "A Frugal Athlete". We also get into his journey to the MLS (Major League Soccer). Did we mention he's also an inductee of the Forbes Top 30 under 30? Yes, we have a good one for you. Like, Share, Subscribe. Come take a seat with us! (@thecouchrf, IG).
In this episode we interview Jared Kleinstein. Jared is the founder of Fresh Tape Media and Gondola, a creative marketing production agency and tech software platform for digital creators respectively. In this episode we uncover Jared's unique journey to entrepreneurship, the power of networking and saying yes, how athletes can best build unique brands, and what it takes to build a business. Jared gives honest insight into his journey and provides lessons along the way. Sign up for you Gondala account here: https://gondola.cc/ Connect with Jared here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jared-kleinstein/ This weeks episode of the Frugal Athlete Podcast is brought to you by the Shift Group. Shift Group is turning athletes into sales professionals. Is your company looking to hire driven, competitive former athletes? Are you a former college or pro athlete in any sport and trying to figure out what's next? Consider a meaningful career in technology sales and let the Shift Group guide you every step of the way. Reach out to us at www.shiftgroup.io or email them directly @ JR@shiftgroup.io. Shift Group specializes in helping former athletes unlock the lucrative career of software sales by leveraging their characteristics of focus, discipline, coach ability, competitiveness and work ethic – with a unique 1:1 approach to the entire hiring process with dozens of software companies looking to hire athletes specifically! ---- Get our Rookie Mistakes course to help you avoid the common mistakes young athletes make from a financial and career perspective. This course will help give you the playbook you need to give yourself the best chance for financial success and more. https://afrugalathlete.thinkific.com/courses/rookie-mistakes For more information on how to be smarter with your money check out our website at www.afrugalathlete.com Follow us on Social Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/afrugalathlete/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/FrugalAthlete LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/a-frugal-athlete/ Follow Amobi Okugo [Founder] Twitter:https://twitter.com/amobisays
In this episode we interview James Walker. James Walker is a former longtime sports reporter, including a decade at ESPN from 2008-2018, now head of Sports and Entertainment for Adeptus CPAs. We talk about James transition and what he learned from athletes during his time as a reporter and how he applies it what he does now. We also talk about the importance of understanding your finances in relation to taxes and the moves you are making now only in the present but for the future as well. Link to James Walker here www.adeptuscpas.com Twitter: @JamesWalkerNFL This weeks episode of the Frugal Athlete Podcast is brought to you by the Shift Group. Shift Group is turning athletes into sales professionals. Is your company looking to hire driven, competitive former athletes? Are you a former college or pro athlete in any sport and trying to figure out what's next? Consider a meaningful career in technology sales and let the Shift Group guide you every step of the way. Reach out to us at www.shiftgroup.io or email them directly @ JR@shiftgroup.io. Shift Group specializes in helping former athletes unlock the lucrative career of software sales by leveraging their characteristics of focus, discipline, coach ability, competitiveness and work ethic – with a unique 1:1 approach to the entire hiring process with dozens of software companies looking to hire athletes specifically! ---- Get our Rookie Mistakes course to help you avoid the common mistakes young athletes make from a financial and career perspective. This course will help give you the playbook you need to give yourself the best chance for financial success and more. https://afrugalathlete.thinkific.com/courses/rookie-mistakes For more information on how to be smarter with your money check out our website at www.afrugalathlete.com Follow us on Social Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/afrugalathlete/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/FrugalAthlete LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/a-frugal-athlete/ Follow Amobi Okugo [Founder] Twitter:https://twitter.com/amobisays
In this episode we interview Quentin "Q" Williams on the true definition of completion as an athlete. Quentin (Q) Williams is a men's coach for current and retired athletes, bringing clarity, brotherhood, and accountability to men's deepest mission after sport. As the creator of the World Class Method, Q is a leading authority on male athlete mental wellness. Q was a 2-sport athlete at Northwestern, where he holds a Master's Degree in Sports Management and became a Gator Bowl Champion. After sport he overcame years of Post-Concussion Syndrome by leveraging his own World Class Method. In this episode we dive into how athletes find completion outside of sport, how mental awareness and money go hand in hand, and the steps every athlete needs to take for a better transition. Connect with Quentin here: Website: q-williams.com Social: instagram.com/qwilliams__ Take his quiz: q-williams.com/quiz This weeks episode of the Frugal Athlete Podcast is brought to you by the Shift Group. Shift Group is turning athletes into sales professionals. Is your company looking to hire driven, competitive former athletes? Are you a former college or pro athlete in any sport and trying to figure out what's next? Consider a meaningful career in technology sales and let the Shift Group guide you every step of the way. Reach out to us at www.shiftgroup.io or email them directly @ JR@shiftgroup.io. Shift Group specializes in helping former athletes unlock the lucrative career of software sales by leveraging their characteristics of focus, discipline, coach ability, competitiveness and work ethic – with a unique 1:1 approach to the entire hiring process with dozens of software companies looking to hire athletes specifically! ---- Get our Rookie Mistakes course to help you avoid the common mistakes young athletes make from a financial and career perspective. This course will help give you the playbook you need to give yourself the best chance for financial success and more. https://afrugalathlete.thinkific.com/courses/rookie-mistakes For more information on how to be smarter with your money check out our website at www.afrugalathlete.com Follow us on Social Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/afrugalathlete/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/FrugalAthlete LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/a-frugal-athlete/ Follow Amobi Okugo [Founder] Twitter:https://twitter.com/amobisays
In this episode, we interview Pat Curran. Pat is the cofounder of Curran Media, a sports and entertainment branding and marketing firm. Pat a former collegiate student athlete uses his experiences and insights to share the ways athletes can win now through their content. Pat gives examples and take always on the best practices successful athletes are using from a content standpoint and the opportunities that are available. Connect with Pat on social or website here: https://www.curranmedia.co/ https://www.instagram.com/pat_curranmedia/ This weeks episode of the Frugal Athlete Podcast is brought to you by the Shift Group. Shift Group is turning athletes into sales professionals. Is your company looking to hire driven, competitive former athletes? Are you a former college or pro athlete in any sport and trying to figure out what's next? Consider a meaningful career in technology sales and let the Shift Group guide you every step of the way. Reach out to us at www.shiftgroup.io or email them directly @ JR@shiftgroup.io. Shift Group specializes in helping former athletes unlock the lucrative career of software sales by leveraging their characteristics of focus, discipline, coach ability, competitiveness and work ethic – with a unique 1:1 approach to the entire hiring process with dozens of software companies looking to hire athletes specifically! ---- Get our Rookie Mistakes course to help you avoid the common mistakes young athletes make from a financial and career perspective. This course will help give you the playbook you need to give yourself the best chance for financial success and more. https://afrugalathlete.thinkific.com/courses/rookie-mistakes For more information on how to be smarter with your money check out our website at www.afrugalathlete.com Follow us on Social Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/afrugalathlete/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/FrugalAthlete LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/a-frugal-athlete/ Follow Amobi Okugo [Founder] Twitter:https://twitter.com/amobisays Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/amobisays/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/okugo/ Website: https://www.amobiokugo.com/