From NFL to Financial Mastery: Joe Yocavitch’s Blueprint for Legacy & Success

We’re thrilled to release our latest episode featuring Joe Yocavitch—former NFL athlete, founder of JML Financial Group, bestselling author, and host of The Heart of Your Money radio show. In this power-packed conversation, Joe shares his unconventional journey from the football field to the world of finance, along with hard-earned wisdom on avoiding burnout, building generational wealth, and mastering the mindset of the top 4% of entrepreneurs.

Key Takeaways from This Episode

1. The Athlete’s Edge in Business

Joe reveals how his NFL discipline translates to entrepreneurship:

• “Practice like you play”: How reps in business mirror athletic training.

• Resilience under pressure: Why volatility (in sports and finance) is an opportunity.

2. Why Most Entrepreneurs Fail—and How to Avoid It

• The critical difference between wealth accumulation and income planning (hint: taxes and longevity matter).

• Why jumping straight to “action” without strategy is a pitfall.

3. Legacy Over Retirement

• How Joe structured his business to thrive beyond his career (with his wife and son at the helm).

• Why retirement is a myth if you love what you do.

4. Burnout-Proofing Your Hustle

• Joe’s non-negotiable habits: 7–8 hours of sleep, family integration, and “Leo Estates” wine-making.

• How to turn work into play (even in high-stakes industries).

5. The #1 Money Mindset Shift

• “It’s not what you make—it’s what you keep.” Joe’s approach to guarantees, taxes, and client psychology.