In this episode of Athletes to Entrepreneurs – The Alumni Journey, host Rob Finkelstein sits down with Amobi Okugo, former professional soccer player turned entrepreneur, consultant, and business leader.
Amobi opens up about his transition from the pitch to business, why “checking in” with your network is a game-changer, and how athletes can redefine NIL to mean Network, Intellectual Property, and Leverage. He also shares the three-year reality of finding your “second game” after sports, and how his platform A Frugal Athlete evolved into Serve Consulting—helping athletes and organizations thrive through education, strategy, and resources.
Amobi also introduces his latest project, the Ok U GO Manifest Journal, designed to help athletes, entrepreneurs, and professionals set goals, stay accountable, and move with intentionality.
If you’re an athlete (current or former), or someone who supports athletes, this conversation is full of practical advice, inspiration, and tools to succeed both on and off the field.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
Why networking during your career creates future opportunities
A new approach to NIL: Network, Intellectual Property, and Leverage
The 3-year journey of athlete transition and finding your “second game”
The importance of education, financial literacy, and alumni connections
How Serve Consulting and the Ok U GO Manifest Journal empower athletes
Memorable Quotes:
“Don’t wait until after your career to network. Plant seeds while you’re still playing.”
“NIL isn’t just name, image, likeness—it’s Network, Intellectual Property, and Leverage.”
“Your transition won’t be overnight. Give yourself three years to truly find your second game.”
Connect with Amobi Okugo:
Website: AmobiOkugo.com
Instagram: @amobisays
TikTok: @amobisays
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/amobiokugo
Serve Consulting: serve.consulting
Ok U GO Manifest Journal: Shop Here
Connect with Alumni Direct:
Website: alumnidirect.com
Instagram: @alumnidirect
X/Twitter: @alumnidirect
Facebook: Alumni Direct
LinkedIn: Alumni Direct
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