In this episode of Athletes to Entrepreneurs, Rob Finkelstein sits down with Jedidiah Collins—former NFL fullback turned certified financial planner and founder of Money Vehicle, a groundbreaking financial education platform. With a heart for service and a mind for strategy, Jedidiah shares his powerful journey of reinvention—from professional sports to personal finance education—and the mission behind helping young athletes build financial independence and purpose after the game.Having experienced the abrupt end of an NFL career, Jedidiah understands firsthand the identity crisis athletes face post-retirement. This episode dives deep into the mental, emotional, and financial hurdles athletes must overcome—and the systems of mentorship, education, and community that can help them navigate that transition with confidence.Rob and Jedidiah explore the crucial role of alumni networks, the rising interest of athletes in entrepreneurship and investing, and how financial literacy can become a transformational tool—not just for surviving after sports, but thriving beyond it.---🔑 Key Takeaways:- Embrace Failure as Feedback: Setbacks are inevitable—what matters is how you respond.- Your Network is Your Net Worth: Relationships open doors after the uniform comes off.- Financial Literacy is Fundamental: Understanding money is non-negotiable for lasting success.- Redefining Identity Post-Sport : Purpose must go beyond performance.- Alumni Mentorship Matters: Those who’ve walked the path can light the way forward.- Athletes as Investors: More pros are shifting from consumer mindset to ownership.- Start the Transition Early: The best time to plan for post-sports life is now.- Entrepreneurship is a Team Sport: Surround yourself with support to endure the ups and downs.- Build Before You Need It: Relationships, skills, and systems must be in place *before* the crisis.---Connect with Jedidiah Collins:- Money Vehicle: [www.yourmoneyvehicle.com](https://www.yourmoneyvehicle.com/)- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fullbackoffinance/?hl=en--- 🔗 Connect with Us:Follow Alumni Direct for more insights, tools, and stories helping athletes thrive in life after sports:📸 Instagram: [@AlumniDirect](https://www.instagram.com/alumnidirect)💼 LinkedIn: [Alumni Direct](https://www.linkedin.com/company/alumnidirect)📘 Facebook: [Alumni Direct](https://www.facebook.com/alumnidirect)If you're an athlete ready to level up your life beyond the locker room—or helping one navigate that journey—this episode is your playbook for growth, financial empowerment, and building your next championship team. Share it with your teammates, mentors, and alumni networks.
