How Athletes Can Win Big in Franchising

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Athletes to Entrepreneurs: The Alumni Journey

Rob Finkelstein | Founder of Alumni Direct

172 episodes

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'Athletes to Entrepreneurs: The Alumni Journey' is a podcast where we speak with former college and professional athletes from all over the world as they share the joys, successes, failures and lessons on their entrepreneurial journey. Key topics include transitioning out of sports and teaching athletes that there is life after sports. Hosted by Rob Finkelstein of Alumni Direct, one of the top networks for alumni worldwide.

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How Athletes Can Win Big in Franchising | Robert Haar

Athletes to Entrepreneurs: The Alumni Journey

37 minutes 43 seconds

1 month ago

How Athletes Can Win Big in Franchising | Robert Haar

Making the transition from professional sports to life after the game isn’t easy. The questions are real: What’s next? Where do I channel my drive, discipline, and competitiveness?

In this episode of Athletes to Entrepreneurs: The Alumni Journey, host Rob Finkelstein, Founder and CEO of Alumni Direct, sits down with Robert Haar — an award-winning franchise consultant and Top 10 broker nationwide — to explore why franchising is becoming a powerful option for athletes stepping into their next chapter.

Robert brings over 25 years of experience as a business owner and franchise executive. From running restaurants to navigating corporate America, he’s lived the entrepreneurial journey and now helps professionals align with the right franchise opportunities.

Together, Rob and Robert unpack:

- The real challenges athletes face when leaving sports — from financial literacy to mental health.

- Why franchising provides structure, support, and proven systems for athletes starting fresh.

- The competitive edge athletes bring to business ownership: discipline, resilience, teamwork.

- How networking and mentorship accelerate success off the field.

- The step-by-step process of selecting a franchise that fits your goals and lifestyle.

If you’re an athlete (or know one) who’s ready to write the next playbook for success, this episode shows how franchising can open the door to long-term business ownership.

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🔗 Connect with Robert Haar

- LinkedIn: [Robert Haar](https://www.linkedin.com/in/robert-haarbestfranchiseoptions/)

- Website: [Best Franchise Options](https://www.bestfranchiseoptions.com/)

🎧 Hosted by Rob Finkelstein, Founder & CEO of Alumni Direct

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Explore franchising as a career path after sports. Connect with experts like Robert Haar to build a trusted path to your next win

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