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Samir Azizi immigrated from Kazakhstan to Toronto, Canada in October 2019, and since then started inviting local interesting personalities on his show. Samir invites local sports, business and community leaders to talk about their stories and current events.
#113 - Julien Brault: How Hardbacon's Collapse Taught Me the Toughest Lessons in Fintech
Azizi Podcast
33 minutes
1 year ago
#113 - Julien Brault: How Hardbacon's Collapse Taught Me the Toughest Lessons in Fintech
Watch on Youtube: https://youtu.be/lQPHSJrvGCAIn this episode of Azizi Podcast, host Samir Azizi sits down with Julien Brault, founder of Hardbacon, to discuss the turbulent journey of launching a fintech startup and the challenges that ultimately led to the company's bankruptcy. Julien shares his candid reflections on the rise and fall of Hardbacon, a financial app that once served 400,000 Canadians, helping them make smarter financial decisions. He opens up about the emotional toll of losing his business, the impact of a devastating Google algorithm update, and the tough lessons learned from navigating the Canadian fintech market.
Despite the setback, Julien's optimism remains intact, as he explores new ventures and reflects on the future of entrepreneurship. Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur or a seasoned business owner, this episode provides a raw, unfiltered look at the realities of running a startup—from rapid growth to the challenges of pivoting and the lessons of failure. Tune in to gain insights on the startup ecosystem, mental resilience, and the evolving fintech landscape.
Subscribe to hear Julien’s take on the future of fintech at Global Fintech Insider: https://www.globalfintechinsider.com/Connect with Julien on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/julienbrault/
Topics Covered:
The rise and fall of HardbaconHow Google updates can make or break startupsMental health challenges after business failureKey lessons for aspiring entrepreneurs in fintechThe future of fintech and entrepreneurshipDon’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more insightful interviews with industry leaders!
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Azizi Podcast
Samir Azizi immigrated from Kazakhstan to Toronto, Canada in October 2019, and since then started inviting local interesting personalities on his show. Samir invites local sports, business and community leaders to talk about their stories and current events.
