Financial Advice for Sports Professionals
Building the Home of Financial Planning for Professional Athletes
Coaching you through your career, transition and beyond…
Paradigm Norton Sports
At Paradigm Norton Sports, we understand the unique financial position of athletes and the uncertainties they face during their sports careers.
Athletes can earn very well, very early in their lives which presents opportunities. Average career lengths are short though, and there is the constant danger of suffering a serious injury.
It’s really important that athletes maximise their earnings whilst they can, but also protect their financial future should they get injured, or a new coach comes in.
You might have questions about where to start; how do I protect myself financially from injuries? What should I consider when thinking about investing?
At PN Sports we are here to help clients achieve what is most important to them in life by coaching good habits, to help make sensible decisions, particularly around money.
Financial Planning for Athletes, by an Athlete
Being a professional sportsperson is highly rewarding, very few achieve it and it offers many opportunities. But it cannot last forever, and the transition to the real world is inevitable. Thoughtfully creating a strategy and plan for this life change will make the move smoother, and less stressful.
Led by Dave Lewis, Senior Financial Planner and former professional rugby player, we bring both the personal experience of professional sports, and expert financial knowledge to the table to help coach and guide athletes through their careers.
Dave stopped playing professional rugby in 2019 and understands the opportunities you have whilst playing sport to build your wealth, but also the financial and mental challenges athletes face when transitioning to the next chapter of their lives.
Your Financial Journey
From Professional Athlete to Life after Professional Sport
The foundation of our approach is having a deep understanding of the journey of an athlete, which helps us guide, coach, and advise them through their lives:
Building: Making smart choices with your money whilst earnings are high, and avoiding expensive mistakes, so that you can enjoy today, and prepare for ‘tomorrow’.
Transition: We always have one eye on your next chapter, and making sure you are prepared for it, so that you can concentrate on being the best athlete you can be without worrying about money.
The Next Chapter: Whatever you want to do after your sporting career, we work together to build a plan that provides you clarity, control, choice, and confidence when starting your life after professional sport.
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Why Choose Paradigm Norton Sports
Personal Financial Planning: It is personal for us! For too long Dave has witnessed team mates, and other athletes either get no advice, or sub-optimal advice, and suffer challenges they did not need to face.
Our team is dedicated to understanding you, what motivates you, and what you want life to look like. We then work with you to create your financial plan which brings your vision beyond sports to life.
Comprehensive Services: From budgeting and specific insurance, to savings plans and tax-efficient investment strategies, we offer a full range of services to support elite athletes.
Regular Touchpoints: We know life in professional sport is fast moving and can often feel like a rollercoaster, so we recognise the need for more regular catch ups. Our regular touchpoints ensure your financial planning remains agile and can adapt to changes in your career.
How To Transition From Professional Sport Successfully
Download our free guide on how to transition from professional sport successfully. We outline the athlete’s journey, as well as our playbook for financial success.
Your Financial Coach: Dave Lewis
Meet Dave Lewis, your financial coach and guide through the foundations of financial planning for professional athletes. Dave’s firsthand experience as a professional athlete, coupled with his extensive financial planning qualifications, positions him uniquely to understand your journey.
In pursuit of being the best in your sport, managing money can often take a back seat. Our financial coaching sessions with Dave and his team addresses crucial questions:
- Where do I start?
- How do I get organised?
- How do I budget?
- What happens if I get injured?
- How much should I be saving?
- Where do I save?
- Should I prioritise overpaying my mortgage?
- Investment choices: What is right for me?
- Can you help me understand ISAs and pensions?
- How do I balance enjoying today, and preparing for ‘tomorrow’?
- How can I maintain my current lifestyle after professional sport?
Taking the first step: Book a Meeting
Your life doesn’t end when you step away from professional sport, in fact it is just the beginning. Used wisely, your time as a professional athlete can successfully springboard you into your next chapter.
Paradigm Norton Sports is here to ensure that your future is financially secure, strategically planned, and aligned with what you want from life. Book a no-obligation chat with us, and let's start planning for your future. Because 'money matters, but life matters more.'
Investing places your capital at risk and investments may fall or rise in value. Past performance is no guarantee of future returns. You should seek competent advice before taking any action.
