Mitlin Money Mindset
Why Athletes Make Great Hires: Lessons from NHL Player-Turned-Entrepreneur Drew Shore
Key Takeaways
- Why athletes struggle with their identity and career after retirement
- How NIL and CHL are changing hockey
- The problem with early recruitment and industry “yes men”
- How Amalfi connects athletes with business leaders
- Why athletes make the best hires
- How to balance fatherhood and entrepreneurship
Meet the Guest
Drew Shore
Drew Shore is a former NHL player turned entrepreneur, passionate about bringing high performers together. After representing the U.S. on the international stage and playing professionally in the NHL, Drew transitioned to fostering connections off the ice.
As the founder of Amalfi, he is determined to build a community of athletes and business leaders who help each other win. Drew also hosts Betting the Limit, a top-tier podcast spotlighting the intersection of sports and business, featuring former pros and industry leaders.
Show Notes
No one really prepares you for life after pro sports. Drew Shore, former NHL player and founder of Amalfi, faced a hard transition after retiring at age 30: what happens to your career and identity when the game ends?
In this episode, Drew reflects on these post-retirement struggles and how he’s helping other athletes channel their competitive drive into a career. We also dive into what’s changing in the world of hockey, from the impact of the NIL to the honest conversations agents should be having with athletes.
Tune in to learn how athletes can reinvent themselves, why athletes make great hires, and more!
Resources
Learn more about Larry Sprung's book, "Financial Planning Made Personal."
The JOY and Productivity Journal by Lawrence Sprung
JOYful Finances for Couples
About the Podcast
Welcome to Mitlin Money Mindset®️! With your host, Larry Sprung, CFP®️, Founder and Wealth Advisor at Mitlin Financial Inc®️. With over 20 years of experience as an entrepreneur in the financial services industry, Larry thrives to help you achieve your goals while finding JOY in the journey.
Each week, he’ll go deep with engaging guests who provide tangible takeaways and a whole lot of JOY along the way. Here, we don’t just talk about money; we celebrate it as a catalyst for JOY and possibility. Whether you’re saving for the future, planning your next big adventure, or just looking to add some spark to your daily money management, you’re in the right place.
We hope you enJOY these conversations as much as Larry enJOYed having them. And remember to ask yourself, what did you do today that brought you joy?®️