From Executive Chef to Financial Educator - BBig Financial | Business Origin Story Podcast - Ep. 7
In this compelling episode, we sit down with Bernard Barchie, founder and CEO of BBig Financial Solutions, who made the brave leap from 33 years in the culinary world to becoming a financial literacy advocate. Discover how a missed birthday celebration with his son became the catalyst for a complete life transformation.
🕒 Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction & Welcome
01:15 - Bernard's Background as Executive Chef
02:39 - The Matrix Moment: A Father's Wake-up Call
05:20 - Transition into Financial Services
10:19 - What advice would you give after starting your business
16:00 - What's next on the horizon for BBig financial?
25:30 - Breaking Down Financial Education
27:30 - Final thoughts
🎯 Key Topics Covered:
The emotional decision to leave a successful 33-year culinary career
Why the insurance industry caught his attention
How BBig Financial Solutions teaches wealth-building strategies used by the top 5%
Breaking free from traditional financial thinking
Making complex financial concepts accessible to everyone
The importance of having control over your financial future
Regular client education and support systems
💡 Notable Quote:
"If I can do this, anybody can do this. You just don't know what you don't know." - Bernard Barchie
🔗 Connect with Bernard:
Website: www.bbigfinancial.com
Free 30-minute consultation available
Free educational webinars are available on zoom every Wednesday.
📱 Connect with Us:
https://www.instagram.com/ajm104/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewjamesmitchellvideo/
🎬 Fun Fact: Bernard was one of our earliest video business card clients, and it's been incredible to witness his journey from client to podcast guest. This full-circle moment perfectly embodies what the Origin Story Podcast is all about!
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Keywords: career change, financial literacy, wealth-building strategies, entrepreneurship journey, business transformation, financial education, insurance industry, wealth gap, financial freedom, business success story, corporate chef to CEO, BBig Financial Solutions, financial consulting, wealth management strategies, business pivot
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