In this episode, David has invited Jeffrey Narweh, founder of FC Accounting and management accountant at PGMOL. Jeffrey shares his journey from aspiring professional footballer to finding his passion in accounting within the football industry. Jeffrey discusses the challenges of transitioning careers, overcoming limiting beliefs, and the importance of personal branding to stand out in a competitive field. Jeffrey provides insights into the financial side of football, including the need for better financial literacy among fans and professionals in the sport.  KEY TAKEAWAYS Transition from Football to Accounting: The journey from aspiring professional footballer to a successful accountant highlights the importance of adaptability. Mental Health and Personal Branding: Overcoming mental health challenges and limiting beliefs are crucial in personal development. By sharing his experiences and insights on platforms like LinkedIn, he was able to connect with others who faced similar struggles. Importance of Networking: Actively reaching out to professionals in the football industry and seeking informational interviews helped in understanding the landscape and identifying transferable skills. Financial Literacy in Football: There is a significant gap in financial literacy within the football industry, particularly among players and professionals outside the top tier. Emotional vs. Logical Approach in Football: The emotional nature of football can sometimes overshadow the logical financial decisions that need to be made.  BEST MOMENTS "Football was my dream. It's now over. Now I have to try and do this." "You can't do everything on a pitch... You need to excel in your space." "If you show yourself out there, and not many people are, the rewards will go to you." "Football started as a sport, and now it's become a business." "Can we start to educate fans? ... More knowledge in the game makes football more enjoyable."  Jeffrey’s Links https://www.linkedin.com/in/jnarweh/ OUR SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebusinessoffootballpodcast/ Tik Tok : https://www.tiktok.com/@businessoffootball HOST BIO Right out of the block, David Chimbaza took his International Football Business degree to do exactly what it says on the tin: Launch his own International Football Business, DTCMEDIAUK. His company works with professional leaders & business owners in the football industry to create, monetize & scale their brands for their business & professional gains. Having created and managed multiple of his own sports social media accounts from the age of 15, many of which have scaled thousands of pounds & millions of views across 3 different platforms, David has constantly found ways to bring new and engaging entertainment to his audience.  Now documenting his story of managing his Global business, his experiences in Stewarding, digital management & many more, David will bring you a fresh insight into how anyone can conquer the industry.  This Podcast has been brought to you by Disruptive Media. https://disruptivemedia.co.uk/