Venus Williams can never go out of style or out of relevance if that puts things in a clearer perspective. While most sporting personalities are in the habit of flaunting their riches, the Compton-raised superstar feels differently. This, in turn, has subtly helped her evade off-court controversies. For those unaware, the former World No. 1 is the elder sister of 23-time Grand Slam champion Serena Williams.

The American talent has been inactive on the Tour, marking her most recent appearance at the Miami Open. While her on-court adventures have been limited for some time, Williams has taken full advantage of her massive social media presence. Known to frequent talk shows in hopes of providing invaluable insight and first-hand information about her experiences, the 44-year-old recently opened up about her approach to managing her expenses.

Attending the ‘Sofi’ talk show, the former World No. 1 was queried regarding the most valuable lessons she’s learned. Iterating her experiences, Williams expressed that not “living above her means” was a vital lesson taught by her mother, Oracene Price. Furthermore, the five-time Wimbledon champion highlighted that staying on track with money-related matters was how she was raised. For those unaware, the acclaimed Williams sisters owe their rise to the sport to their parents. The 44-year-old’s father, Richard Williams, was largely responsible for initially coaching them and paving their paths to glory.

She said, “I think the most important lesson was not to live above your means. My mom was a big one on that. She was very serious about living whatever within the means and not showing off with money. I was always taught not to talk about money, which I think to a degree, is important.”

A pioneer among youngsters, Williams has taken steps to ensure that her legacy prevails for generations to come. As a result, the former World No. 1 recently announced an exciting launch with her sister, Serena Williams.

Venus Williams talks about fulfillment after releasing her book ‘STRIVE’

Venus Williams has carefully curated her off-court ventures, much on par with her professional achievements. Subsequently, the 44-year-old has invested in multiple portfolios, including a fashion label. This time, the American superstar decided to up the stakes.

Most recently, Williams released her new wellness book titled STRIVE: 8 Steps To Find Your Awesome. She later took to her official Instagram handle to announce the release with a video, showcasing visuals that traced her transition from tennis player to entrepreneur. “I’m so excited to finally share that my new book, STRIVE, is here! It’s been such a journey putting all my experiences and lessons into words, both from life and from the tennis court. My biggest hope is that STRIVE inspires you to take action and embrace your own path—because greatness isn’t about luck; it’s about showing up and going for it every day. Let’s keep striving for our best selves together. With love, Venus.”

Despite facing first-round exits, it is worth noting that Williams hasn’t officially retired from the sport. However, the American talent has tasked herself with remaining more prominent off-court, collaborating with notable brands such as Schwarzkopf USA.