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COVID stripped everything away. What remained taught me how to pass the CFA. Discipline. Simplicity. Systems. Stillness.
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COVID stripped everything away. What remained taught me how to pass the CFA. Discipline. Simplicity. Systems. Stillness.

CFA study feels like learning to swim—at first you flail, but with trust, repetition, and support, you learn to float.

CFA prep can be isolating—but the loneliness can shape your focus, clarity, and relationships for the rest of your career.

Passing the CFA isn’t about brilliance—it’s about mule energy: gritty, relentless, consistent effort that never stops

Creativity isn’t the enemy of CFA prep—it’s a secret edge. Here’s what a watermelon in a jacket taught me about original thinking.

How becoming a father during CFA Level III taught me that clarity, not control, is the key to passing in the middle of chaos.

Stuck before you start? Use a 30-second reset to break resistance and spark real study momentum.

Stop studying like a student. Start training like a pro. The CFA Charter demands discipline, systems, and sharp execution.

The hardest part of the CFA exam isn’t the material — it’s mastering yourself.

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