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Paul's work combines: Business, Numbers, and Problem Solving
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Day In The Life
Skills &
Education
Here's the path I took:
High School
Marin Catholic High School
Bachelor's Degree
Computer and Information Sciences, General
Humboldt State University
Here's the path I recommend for someone who wants to be a Personal Financial Advisors:
High School
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Life & Career Milestones
I've taken a lot of twists and turns
1.
Joined the US Navy and retired 20 years later.
2.
Worked in a couple of call centers before to get perspective on how good I have it here.
3.
Achieved Microsoft Certifications.
Defining Moments
How I responded to discouragement
THE NOISE
Messages from Parents:
You are uncoordinated and you will always be that way. You can't help it.
How I responded:
Take into account the background and experience of the person making the comment and realize that adults are not necessarily right about everything they say.
Experiences and challenges that shaped me
My parents said "Go to college and we will support you." I went to college with $500 in my bank account. My parents did not realize that there is more needed in college than food, housing and books. I had to learn how to save and prioritize my spending.