Navigating the Hockey Industry: Insights from Max Solomons

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The Financial Power Play

Brett Cranson

10 episodes

5 days ago

Welcome to The Financial Power Play - the go-to podcast for hockey families, hockey professionals, and small business owners in the hockey world who want to take control of their finances. Hosted by Brett Cranson from Uptown Wealth Management, each episode dives into the real financial planning decisions faced by those in the hockey community - from managing tournament travel and equipment costs to building retirement plans, handling irregular income, and growing hockey-related businesses. You’ll hear from hockey parents, coaches, trainers, and other industry pros.

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Navigating the Hockey Industry: Insights from Max Solomons

The Financial Power Play

30 minutes 29 seconds

3 months ago

Navigating the Hockey Industry: Insights from Max Solomons

Summary:

In this episode of Financial Power Play, host Brett Cranston interviews Max Solomons, a former hockey industry professional turned lawyer specializing in blockchain and digital assets. Max shares his journey from being a passionate hockey fan and aspiring agent to navigating the complexities of the legal world. He discusses the importance of understanding the behind-the-scenes work in hockey, the transition to law, and the financial realities of both industries. Max emphasizes the significance of persistence, service standards, and long-term planning in achieving success, whether in sports or law.

Takeaways:

Max started his career in the hockey world as a radio host.

He learned the importance of understanding the game from a scouting perspective.

Working with the London Knights was a game-changing experience for him.

The role of an agent is to support players in various facets of their lives.

Max transitioned to law to gain skills in corporate and commercial transactions.

He found a niche in blockchain and digital assets within his legal practice.

Service standards learned in hockey apply to his legal career.

Financial advice in sports emphasizes understanding clients' disposable cash situations.

Persistence is key in both the hockey and legal industries.

Max remains open to returning to the hockey world in the future.

Chapters:

00:00 From Hockey Dreams to Legal Realities

05:50 Understanding the Hockey Industry

12:29 Transitioning to Law and Financial Insights

21:44 Future Aspirations and Long-Term Goals

25:01 Rapid Fire Insights and Reflections

30:07 Introduction to Financial Power Play

Thank you for joining us on this episode of The Financial Power Play. I'm excited to continue bringing you stories, insights, and strategies to help you build a financial future as strong as your passion for hockey. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, share it with your hockey crew, and leave a review.

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hockey, law, agency, blockchain, digital assets, financial advice, career transition, sports industry, player management, legal profession