Why I Love Working with Student-Athletes Who Want to Break Into Wall Street

There’s a special kind of fire in you—the kind forged in early morning lifts, late-night study halls, and the relentless pressure to perform at the highest level, both on the field and in the classroom.

I know that life. I’ve lived it. As a former student-athlete—and now the father of an elite athlete—I understand what it means to push your limits for something bigger than yourself. That same discipline, resilience, and drive? It’s exactly what Wall Street demands.

Over the years, I’ve had the privilege of coaching student-athletes from across the NCAA spectrum—football, baseball, tennis, rowing, soccer, lacrosse, basketball, track & field—helping them land and thrive in competitive finance roles like investment banking, sales & trading, and asset management.

Here’s why you have what it takes:

You know how to balance competing priorities under pressure

You’re mentally tough, team-oriented, and coachable

You embrace structure, feedback, and growth

You thrive in high-performance environments

You understand that results come from consistent effort over time

But here’s the truth: because of your focus on athletic excellence, you may have missed key recruiting windows or not followed the “traditional” path. That’s where I come in.

I’ll help you develop a strategy, reframe your story, and open doors that don’t always open on the first knock.

If you’re ready to compete on Wall Street, let’s connect: [Calendly Link]

Let’s build the playbook for your next big win. 🏅

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