012: Leveraging an NFL career into Business Success with Andre Wadsworth

10/08/2018 1h 8min Temporada 1 Episodio 12
012: Leveraging an NFL career into Business Success with Andre Wadsworth

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Andre Wadsworth is a former 3rd Overall NFL pick, making his professional debut in 1998 with the Arizona Cardinals. After 3 years in the league, Andre began shifting his attention towards being of influence to his family and community. Starting one of the fastest growing churches in America, 6 car dealerships, and many business and franchise-plays later, he’s steadily developing the culture and people he can reach with his earned influence. A couple of things to listen for in this episode: The impact Andre’s first year as a professional player made on his personal life Andre’s (surprising) advice to young athletes Who to trust (and how to avoid getting ripped-off as a pro athlete) How Andre lost money as a pro athlete (and what he should’ve done instead) The problem with many celebrities and athletes that develop platforms face How Andre leveraged a pro-sports career into an entrepreneurial success story Andre’s advice for raising a family as a busy athlete or business person Quotes “Your name is important.” – Andre Wadsworth “Don’t be scared to fail.” – Andre Wadsworth “You can make good decisions and still lose money.” – Andre Wadsworth “It’s a necessity of life to give back.” – Andre Wadsworth Resources: Like Andre on Facebook Creamistry Impact Church Uninterrupted Watch now: Watch on YouTube Listen on iTunes Listen on Spotify Listen on Google Play Listen on Stitcher

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