Former Olympic champion Ivan Miljković has shared a new article focused on one of the defining financial challenges athletes face during and after their careers: building income that lasts beyond competition.
In his latest post, “Building Passive Income While Enjoying Your Career,” Miljković examines the difference between active income – generated through salaries, bonuses, sponsorships, and prize money – and passive income, which continues independently of athletic performance.
According to Miljković, many athletes spend their peak earning years focused entirely on short-term success without creating long-term financial stability.
“Active income is your financial engine,” Miljković writes. “But an engine that only runs when you push the accelerator is not a financial plan.”
The article outlines several areas athletes should consider when building passive income, including financial investments, real estate, business equity, and digital content opportunities.
Miljković also stresses the importance of starting early, noting that long-term investing and compounding can significantly shape an athlete’s financial future.
Beyond investment strategy, the former volleyball star discusses the emotional pressures surrounding money in professional sport, including lifestyle expectations, family responsibilities, and the challenge of finding trusted financial guidance.
Drawing from both his athletic career and his current advisory work, Miljković argues that financial security after retirement is rarely determined by earnings alone, but by the structure and discipline built during active playing years.
The article continues his growing focus on financial education and long-term planning for athletes navigating life beyond sport.
