1a/ THREAD (Part 1 of 2)
Disclaimer: If you follow me, or we've spoken, I hope it'll be clear that this thread is not supposed to be a humble brag, etc.
I've just been struck by people's generosity on FinTwit, and think their kindness should be recognized. Right time of year..
Disclaimer: If you follow me, or we've spoken, I hope it'll be clear that this thread is not supposed to be a humble brag, etc.
I've just been struck by people's generosity on FinTwit, and think their kindness should be recognized. Right time of year..
1b/ I've been thinking about writing something on this for a few weeks now, but Thanksgiving seemed the perfect time to say thank you for all the support over the last few months.
2/ This whole process of getting interested in finance/investing, joining FinTwit, and writing finance history articles really started a few summers ago during a conversation with my friend @ckwitt3 .
3/ I said that I was getting interested in investing, but as a history major, I needed resources for learning more about investing, and preparing for (hopefully) job interviews.
"You should check out Invest Like the Best ( @patrick_oshag ) and Masters in Business ( @ritholtz )"
"You should check out Invest Like the Best ( @patrick_oshag ) and Masters in Business ( @ritholtz )"
4/ Obviously, this was incredible advice, and @patrick_oshag and @ritholtz 's podcasts were genuinely the most powerful educational tools that I have ever used.
When I started listening, I recognized roughly 0.00001% of the terms and jargon that was said, but that was perfect.
When I started listening, I recognized roughly 0.00001% of the terms and jargon that was said, but that was perfect.
5/ That just meant more topics to research, which all furthered my goal of ending up in finance.
I am truly indebted to these two gentleman for all the incredible work they have done, and how they unknowingly helped introduce me to the world of investing.
I am truly indebted to these two gentleman for all the incredible work they have done, and how they unknowingly helped introduce me to the world of investing.
6/ Flash forward to this past summer. Feeling confident one morning at work, I decided to cold email Patrick to see if I could buy him lunch or dinner as a thank you for the profound impact his podcast had on my life.
7/ For whatever reason, @patrick_oshag kindly agreed to get lunch. I couldn't believe it. Outside of family / relationships, this would be my answer for "What's the kindest thing that anyone's ever done for you?". Seriously.
8/ After we figured out a date/time for lunch in Stamford, I figured that if I was going to drive up from DC for the day, I might as well try my luck at meeting the other podcast host that helped me try and break into finance while I'm up there.
It had worked once already!
It had worked once already!
9/ That Thursday in July was honestly a day that I will look back on for the rest of my life.
@ritholtz agreed to get breakfast, and then I headed out to Stamford for lunch with @patrick_oshag .
I'll never be able to truly describe what that day felt like, but I am so grateful.
@ritholtz agreed to get breakfast, and then I headed out to Stamford for lunch with @patrick_oshag .
I'll never be able to truly describe what that day felt like, but I am so grateful.
10/ Around the same time, @ckwitt3 had suggested that I start using Twitter to network and talk to smart people in finance/investing (Seriously, get your advice from Conor, talk about a track record).
11/ After starting to get more involved in FinTwit, I began asking people if they'd be up for a phone call or coffee some time.
Going chronologically, these are some people on FinTwit that I am most thankful for over the last few months. (More in 2nd thread)
Going chronologically, these are some people on FinTwit that I am most thankful for over the last few months. (More in 2nd thread)
12/ @ROIChristie was the first person that I ever talked to from FinTwit, and I don't think I could have received a better introduction to this community.
One of the most informative, and enjoyable conversations I've ever had. Thank you, Christie.
One of the most informative, and enjoyable conversations I've ever had. Thank you, Christie.
13/ Shortly after, I considered maybe starting a series of articles on financial history.
The introduction could have gone more smoothly (picture), but wow was @michaelbatnick helpful, and a nice guy. Michael was even kind enough to review my first draft.
The introduction could have gone more smoothly (picture), but wow was @michaelbatnick helpful, and a nice guy. Michael was even kind enough to review my first draft.
14/ I wanted an excuse to chat with @dollarsanddata and since he was an accomplished writer, I reached out about the article idea.
Memorable advice: "In your first year of blogging, 11 months of it will suck."
Nick also offered to review a draft. Unreal! Truly thankful, Nick.
Memorable advice: "In your first year of blogging, 11 months of it will suck."
Nick also offered to review a draft. Unreal! Truly thankful, Nick.
15/ After learning he had open DMs I messaged @morganhousel . Morgan was kind enough to make time for a chat, and I was blown away by his advice, and how similar our views on different topics were.
Morgan, thank you for being a constant source of advice and support. Seriously.
Morgan, thank you for being a constant source of advice and support. Seriously.
16/ It may have seemed like nothing to them, but this squad's advice and willingness to talk meant the world to me. Forever thankful.
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