In this episode of the AWM NFL Players’ Podcast, host Riccardo Stewart is joined by Sam Acho, Jeff Locke, and Zach Miller as they tackle essential investment concepts every NFL athlete should know. They break down the basics of stocks and bonds, the importance of investing in oneself, and the critical role of diversification in building financial security. Whether you're already investing or preparing to start, this episode provides valuable insights to elevate your financial strategy.

Key Highlights:

• Explanation of investment types: equity ownership and lending through bonds.
• Distinction between public markets for accessibility and private markets for high risk and high potential rewards.
• Importance of investing in self—human capital is the greatest asset for athletes.
• The necessity of diversification across global stocks and bonds for financial stability.
• Key questions before investing: ratio of bonds to stocks and commitment to long-term growth.
• Significance of compounding returns when investing early.

Quotes:

• "The most money you will ever make is going to be in your performance on that field." – Zach Miller
• "The power of compounding is massive when you start early." – Zach Miller
• "The future you will thank you for the investments you made right now." – Sam Acho