While finishing college I became overburdened with too much free time. Instead of investing all this time in Fortnite (I definitely still put a lot of time here), I decided to learn a new skill. So, I began studying for an investment management exam called the series 65 exam.

I have a habit of going to coffee shops to study or work. COVID shut down all of my local coffee shops so I built the one you see below.

I considered not adding this here, but I will because my story is evidence of how quickly you can change your moonshot. In 2020 I graduated from California State University, Fullerton with a B.S. in Kinesiology. Yes, I thought I was going to become an occupational therapist...

I was beginning to build a reputation as the investment guy among my friends. To answer their questions and to provide education to everyone who wanted it I started a blog and newsletter called Brighter Days Investing.

The website is still live go check it out!

This was my first introduction to the industry. Many great relationships were built here, but the main thing I realized is that I didn't want to do planning the way they did planning.

Potentially one of my proudest accomplishments in my career. This was a 7-hour exam that took 1 year of education and 3-months of preparation. I wouldn't be able to pass this without the help of my family, dedication, and meditation to keep me focused.