Sharing & Intro Session
What This Covers
This opening session kicks off with insights from participants reacting to a powerful mindset video (riding a backwards bike) that sets the stage for reframing how we think about money and the banking function. It ends by introducing a breakout activity using the “Intro Card” to facilitate connections within the community.
Why Clients Use It
To reflect on how hard it is to unlearn traditional financial thinking
To gain confidence by hearing how others navigate skepticism from friends and family
To build community through structured peer introductions and shared goals
Key Insights by Timestamp
(00:00–00:37) Video Reflections Begin
Jason invites clients to comment on the mindset video
Light, informal start, emphasizing participation
(00:37–01:52) Les Shares His Takeaway
Les (from Saskatchewan) notes: retraining your brain takes practice, but reversion is easy
Jason emphasizes that this is why “rethinking your thinking” is a regular ritual in the IBC journey
(01:52–03:34) Andrew Shares from Costa Rica
Andrew’s practiced IBC for over 5 years
Faces skepticism from family and friends, but sees it as a sign people are stuck in old paradigms
Encourages reaching more Canadians to help them break free from traditional banking habits
(03:34–04:12) Jason on Understanding the Problem
“Truth is truth, no matter how we look at it”
Without a clear understanding of the problem (how banks actually work), the solution (IBC) won’t matter
(04:12–06:00) Introducing the “Intro Card” Breakout Activity
Adapted from Joe Polish’s Genius Network
Participants will meet in small groups to share:
How long they’ve practiced IBC
What they love most about it
What they’d like help with
Insights gathered will shape future content and support offerings
Key Takeaways
Unlearning old habits is just as important as learning new strategies
Being surrounded by others on the same journey makes it easier to stay on track
The Intro Card tool helps surface exactly what support and education clients want next