
The Obstacle is the Way (For CFA Candidates)
Struggling with the CFA exam? The obstacle isn’t in your way — it is the way. Here’s how to turn struggle into strength.
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Struggling with the CFA exam? The obstacle isn’t in your way — it is the way. Here’s how to turn struggle into strength.

The CFA exam exposes weakness. The only safe bet is mastering every topic, not gambling on what might show up.

Relearning guitar at 40 reminded me what CFA candidates feel—uncertain, exposed, and learning one awkward note at a time.

Thinking, Fast and Slow reveals the hidden biases CFA candidates must overcome to make better decisions in exams—and in the markets.

Why investors embrace illiquidity in private equity and debt—and why CFA pros must master these complex asset classes.

See how TradingView brings CFA topics to life, bridging textbook theory and real markets for deeper understanding.

CFA exams teach you skill. Taleb teaches you humility—because luck loves to dress up as genius in the world of finance.

Freakonomics shows CFA candidates why asking better questions—and seeing hidden incentives—matters more than just mastering formulas.

Your CFA models are only as good as your thinking. Dobelli helps you spot the biases and fallacies that quietly sabotage decisions.

Why CFA candidates should read Common Stocks and Uncommon Profits—a masterclass in qualitative thinking and long-term investment insight.
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