This Olympic gold medalist went from $200,000/year sponsorship to $12/hour internship: ‘It was a perfect fit for me'

Lauryn Williams, an Olympic gold medalist, embarked on an internship after ending her athletic career. Despite her impressive track record, Williams felt insecure about her lack of work experience. She decided to enroll in CFP coursework to gain financial knowledge and help others make smart decisions with their money. After passing the CFP exam, she became a CFP Board Ambassador and now focuses on providing financial education and planning to athletes and young professionals. Williams also discussed common misconceptions about Olympians’ earning potential and the challenges she faced in becoming a certified financial planner. She also shared her experience in winning an Olympic bobsled medal. Williams emphasized the importance of automating savings and opening a retirement account for a secure financial future.