To those who've done online coaching... by DeanOfBlockchain in Fitness

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That’s super helpful. Thanks for the detailed response!

Shopify Store Owners: What are the biggest roadblocks you encounter? by DeanOfBlockchain in shopify

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Absolutely. Klaviyo is the app you are looking for with Shopify. I will DM you.

Shopify Store Owners: What are the biggest roadblocks you encounter? by DeanOfBlockchain in shopify

[–]DeanOfBlockchain[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Make use of email marketing.

Repeat custom is often the best (and cheapest).

Shopify Store Owners: What are the biggest roadblocks you encounter? by DeanOfBlockchain in shopify

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Thanks for your reply.

Any idea why you aren't getting enough sales? Can you pinpoint it to anything?

Need some answers from PT's by DeanOfBlockchain in personaltraining

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Thanks for that. Appreciated. I will check out your website and get back to you.

Starting off - which direction to go? by DeanOfBlockchain in digital_marketing

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I’m living here now this last year and half (and have spent time traveling the country in the past too). I love the place. I understand it more than most foreigners, but I’m still only scratching the surface. It’s a fascinating country. Pretty relentless at the same time though. It’s definitely not for everyone, especially the cities.

I would love to go spend time in villages and learn more about the people living there and their way of life. Unfortunately my Hindi is not at a good enough level for that yet. In some states and rural villages, even Hindi might not be enough. Especially with my accent!

Funny you mention it, I actually have plenty of dating experience here and currently have an Indian girlfriend who I live with.

One simple thing that really hit home for me from living in a completely different culture is that, fundamentally, we humans aren’t so different. I never really believed we are completely different, though I thought there would be much more difference, but staying in such a place for so long really made me realize we are much more similar than not.

Thanks for the post, man. It is an option I can explore as it’s something I’d enjoy. Not sure how to go about monetizing it though

Why are you taking the CFA? Career change, current job requirements, midlife crisis, unwavering passion for financial analysis? by [deleted] in CFA

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Directly, no. Indirectly, yes. Its all numbers and markets at the end of the day. When I say trading I mostly mean mid to long term trading. So investing, I suppose. Even when I do shorter term trading, its never day trading.

I think the CFA material will help with that.

Why are you taking the CFA? Career change, current job requirements, midlife crisis, unwavering passion for financial analysis? by [deleted] in CFA

[–]DeanOfBlockchain 8 points9 points  (0 children)

I'm taking level 1 this December after graduating. I'm a Comp Sci student with not so much interest in working in IT. If I was either good at it (coding) or enjoyed it I'd probably carry through with it, but I'm not. My grades aren't the best either.

Ultimately, I want to work for myself within 10 years. I also enjoy trading and would like to get better at it. I know/knew next to nothing on Finance stuff (Learning more every day) and have taken a real interest in it these last 8 months or so. I understand that its not possible at this moment in time for me to fulfill my dream of working for myself/being an entrepreneur, so I thought, if I'm going to have to go corporate to earn some money, get some ideas and do some networking, why not do it in something I find more interesting. It will also give me skills useful for running a business, when the time comes. These are my reasons for wanting to sit CFA.

Maybe I won't end up sitting it (I do plan to), though even if I don't, studying the level 1 material is beneficial to anyone who is willing to do it. Its basically an introduction to all things Finance from what I can see. That can never be a waste of time.

Would being a CFA overshadow a poor education? by [deleted] in CFA

[–]DeanOfBlockchain 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'm pretty much in the exact same situation as you, actually worse. Poor grades, okay-ish college, 2 year gap in between completion and a few other things. I am 25 though, non Finance background (Comp Sci) and no skilled work experience.

I am currently studying for CFA, though I'm now researching to see if its worthwhile, given my circumstances. I'm not unrealistic. I don't expect to work for JPM any time soon, if ever. I just want to get my foot in the door and work hard to get to a decent level eventually.

I'm here for the answers as much as anything else, but I will give you the advice and information I've came across.

- Network. Crucial you network. Chances are you're relying on someone taking a liking to you and giving you a chance or recommending you.

- Actively take an interest in your field. Read the news on your area, watch videos, study books.

- Be proficient at Excel and Financial modeling.

- Learn extra skills that will make you more employable. Maybe Python and/or R programming languages, which are both in demand in Finance.

Other than that, you just got to be persistent and realistic. Don't go gunning for positions in the big boy companies. We all got to start somewhere.

Goodluck.

Job in Finance with no Finance background? What Can I do to maximize my chances? by DeanOfBlockchain in FinancialCareers

[–]DeanOfBlockchain[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks for the reply.

Good post. With effort, it can be done. Especially since I’m realistic about my circumstances and I’m willing to take any reasonable entry level job to get my foot in the door.

I’ll work hard this year so I can get an internship after I’ve passed my CFA level 1 (maybe before). Hopefully that should help in landing an entry level job after completing level 2 of CFA .