Ep. 147 // From Cooking for Presidents to Life on the Road with Mike Spitzer

What does it take to reinvent your life—and chase a completely new path?In this episode of Terminal Exchange, Nussbaum driver Mike Spitzer shares his extraordinary journey from 18 years as a professional chef to becoming an over-the-road truck driver.In his culinary career, Mike cooked at high-end resorts and hotels, prepared meals for presidents including Barack Obama, served members of Congress, and even cooked for celebrities like Arnold Schwarzenegger. He once sold a cake recipe for $10,000 and even applied to work for Gordon Ramsay. Despite this success, Mike made the difficult decision to leave the kitchen so he could spend more time with his family and find a healthier work-life balance.Through candid stories and thoughtful reflection, Mike shows how embracing risk and staying open to new experiences can lead to unexpected and rewarding opportunities. He encourages listeners to push past fear, learn from mistakes, and pursue personal growth wherever it leads.Ultimately, Mike’s journey highlights the importance of courage, curiosity, and a willingness to start fresh. “Faith gives power, love gives strength, and growth begins when we stop standing in our own way.”Press play to hear how he blended passion, purpose, and a brand-new career on the open road!FROM TODAY’S PODCAST• Guest: Mike Spitzer, driver at NussbaumLET’S CONNECT• Visit us online at terminalexchange.org • Follow The Terminal Exchange on social media! • Facebook• Instagram • XABOUT NUSSBAUM Employee-Owned, Purpose Driven | Nussbaum is an industry-leader in over-the-road freight transportation. For more information on our award-winning services and top-paying driver careers, visit nussbaum.com or nussbaumjobs.com.