In this episode, we sit down with Abiel Barrera, founder of RGV Insurance Agent and Milestone Capital, to talk about what it really looks like to balance fatherhood while building a business.

Abiel shares his family life—married with three kids (ages 11, 9, and 7)—and how becoming a dad reshaped his priorities, his schedule, and his definition of success. From the joy of going “all out” at the school book fair to the reality of long pickup lines, Abiel explains how he uses small windows of time to stay productive while keeping his kids at the center of his day.

We also dive into his path from 20 years in education to entrepreneurship, including what the early days were like, how confidence grows through repetition, and the moment he realized he couldn’t do both teaching and insurance at the level his family—and clients—deserved.

A highlight of the conversation is Abiel’s “open door policy” and how he’s built a family rhythm where his kids understand when he’s on a call, and he “switches modes” the moment the work is done. He and his wife also operate like a true tag team, coordinating calendars, communicating early, and leaning on support systems when life gets busy.

Abiel closes with practical advice for dads building something of their own: don’t treat business like a fragile house of cards. Build it like Jenga—with a strong foundation, planning, flexibility, and the confidence to adjust without falling apart.

Learn more about Abiel and his services at rgvinsuranceagent.com, or search Abiel Barrera online to connect.

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