
← New Planner Podcast31 jul · 25 min
Ep #290: English Teacher to CFP with Andrew Bencivenga
What does it take to completely reinvent your career and break into financial planning from an unconventional background? In this episode, Andrew Bencivenga, financial planner at Brindle & Bay Wealth Management, shares his unique journey from teaching English in South Korea and running a craft brewery to becoming a successful financial planner.
Listen in to learn how Andrew identified transferable skills from his previous careers, earned his CFP while working exhausting hours, broke into the profession through persistence and cold outreach, and accelerated his growth through mentorship and technical expertise. Andrew also shares lessons on finding the right firm fit, building trust, and why showing up consistently can make all the difference for new planners starting their careers.
You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: https://tinyurl.com/575p8eu7