I’ll show you exactly how to do this in this article, but first, let’s look at fighter pay. I’ve analyzed and broken down Conor McGregor’s rise to fame.Īfter all this research, I’ve discovered a number of ways an MMA fighter can jumpstart their career, increase their influence, and maximize their earnings. I’ve dove into how celebrities become celebrities and how influencers make money.
I’ve been studying top performers in sports and business for years. Still, some fighters have figured out the secret to become a living legend, an MMA rockstar. Yet, many professional fighters are struggling financially. The allure of fighting for a living and making big bucks is a dream for many. Since I know many of you have ambitions to take your MMA passion to the professional level, I wanted to bring Paul over and get his thoughts on how fighters should set their careers up for financial success. Paul helps athletes and business owners build their influence and monetize their brands. He’s loved MMA since UFC I and is particularly knowledgeable about helping fighters make more money. The conversation turned to how some fighters, despite a mediocre record, can still pull in big money, and how these particularly savvy fighters positioned themselves to make more money. Why does it seem like only the top few fighters are making any money, while the rest of the roster is fighting for scraps? I was talking to my friend Paul Chittenden about fighter pay and all of the craziness surrounding UFC salaries these days.