Long Term Financial Protection | Ep #511

In this episode of the Know Your Why Podcast, Dr. Jason Balara interviews Hillary Seiler, a financial coach who works closely with athletes in the NFL and NBA, about the unique challenges of managing wealth at a young age. Hillary shares how many athletes achieve financial success without a foundation in money management, making financial education and guidance critical early on. She discusses the impact of social media on financial security, the rise of scams targeting both young athletes and older generations, and the importance of building financial plans rooted in core values. The conversation also explores the progression from protecting initial earnings to building generational wealth, emphasizing that financial literacy and disciplined habits are essential regardless of income level or stage of life.Key Highlights:Hillary has spent over 16 years coaching clients on financial literacy and money managementMany professional athletes lack foundational financial education despite high earningsFinancial literacy is often missing from both schools and family conversationsSocial media can expose individuals to financial risks and scamsBoth young athletes and older adults are frequent targets of financial fraudPersonal branding plays a growing role in financial decision-makingFinancial planning should begin with clearly defined core valuesProtecting income is the first step before building generational wealthMoney management skills must be developed at every level of incomeAccessible financial education can create long-term stability and freedomHillary’s perspective highlights that wealth without understanding can quickly disappear. By focusing on education, values, and consistent habits, individuals—whether athletes or not—can move beyond short-term success and build lasting financial security that impacts future generations.Get in touch with Hillary:Website: https://financialfootwork.com/Get Hillary’s book: https://financialfootwork.com/pages/train-your-moneyIf you want to know more about Dr. Jason Balara and the Know your Why Podcast:⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/jasonbalara⁠⁠  Audio Track:Back To The Wood by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license.⁠⁠ https://creativecommons.org/licenses/⁠⁠Artist:⁠⁠ http://audionautix.com/