How to Pass CFA Level 1 in 2023 With 2 Months of Studying | 90th Percentile Score

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[GODMODE]

I took the CFA level 1 exam back in 2015 (failed) and really had a hard time being disciplined with the program materials. I found that I got tired on the weekdays after work and really could only commit to 4-6 hrs on Sat/Sun. Even with 4 months of time prior to the exam date, I wasn't able to learn and retain enough of the curriculum to pass.

A large part of the problem was my health. I was overweight at the time, had a poor diet, got suboptimal sleep, all leading to a general lethargy.

If there's any recommendation I can give to people outside of study planning, it's to take care of your health and allow yourself to generate the energy to tackle this goal. Eat clean, exercise, and sleep plentifully. Keep a balanced lifestyle. Cut out any alcohol and bad habits that don't aid you on your journey.

[tuka]

I appreciate you so much. 

I've been really struggling with anxiety around my upcoming November exam and this video gives me hope and that extra push to keep going. 
Thank you!

[misbali]

Th title is phrased in a way to attract viewers and the amount of days needed could vary from a week to a year depending on your educational background and job profile. So don’t just think you can crack it in a month or two just because she says so, read the topics and plan accordingly. The points mentioned are helpful I can agree on that, however the Kaplan notes are a lifesaver if you really wanna understand the complex topics. Good luck!1

[konification]

I personally think it helps alot when you are already working in the investment/finance industry cos then the material becomes easy to understand since you are sort of seeing it on a daily. Failed my level 1 in 2021, hoping to resit soon.

[serigamel]

Thanks for sharing your experience. I have about 4 months and just got started. Like you, I also procrastinated and only now realised that i should get started. I believe the practice questions are a much more efficient way of studying the material instead of going through all the readings - this video validated my opinion haha. Hopefully it will be enough to do and re-do the practice questions + do the 5 mocks from CFA institute practice pack (they also included an additional 1000 practice questions!). My strategy will be to do all these + keep track and memorise all the formulas.

[damianchua]

thank you sooo mcuh for your encouragement, I'm about to pass away, taking my lvl 1 this Aug. Seeing that you can do it in 2 months, makes me feel a little better :')

[jubairnewaz]

Sitting for Feb 2024, two months left. Extremely intimidated. Thank you for the video.

[domnvlst]

I think you are just much smarter than the average candidate haha. I'm over 7 months out and it still seems like so much material.

[bonganintsele]

Thank you, I am huge note taker and it has honestly been time consuming. I hope things work out!

[raadislam]

Ma’m thanks for sharing. You’ve definitely provided some great tips on how to pass the exam. CFA exam is definitely not a joke, it’s a huge exam. Although I don’t work in the finance industry. I am trying to get into finance by way of a masters. I don’t have bachelors in finance though. Cfa level 1 helped me a lot in understanding the concepts and it took me 8 months to prepare for it while working a full time job not in finance. 2 months to me seems implausible .

[KnowledgeNST]

Came here for my exam purpose, but completely lost in your blue eyes 💙

[MiMi-WhatIfIToldYouuu]

Dont know how many hours you did everyday but 2 months is definitely not gonna work for me. 😂

[David-osol]

love the video and the honesty, have a lovely day

[ShreySolanki-lwgt]

HI Pearl, great video. When you were studying would you do the Practice Pack for each module once you had completed the practice questions for each individual reading? Or did you save those Practice Pack problems for your review period? Some practice packs like for FSA have 130 questions so they would take a fair bit of time to complete. Would be great to know what your approach was, thanks.

[malikazizovic]

Hi, Mrs Stella . Firstly, I hope your channel will be grow in the future . Secondly, I have questions . You think CFA valuable in the Europe and in 2024 syllabus can be changed ? Thanks and deep respect in advance

[leonjack]

Hello madam, may I ask you, are you a genius in general? how can somebody pass the CFA with a 90th percentile score in just 2 moths? am I so stupid? I just enrolled and pissed myself, wtf. It will take me 6 months at least. God bless you for more success! I love your intro !

[pn]

2 months... 🤪🤪🤪
Who has 2 months? Next exam mid November '22... who's w me?
Let's do this. Kudos queen 👑. Respect

[cfa-ehor]

Hi! Can you please share the topic wise sequence that you followed? It will be a much help. Thanks in advance :)

[danielamachado]

Hi Pearl, thanks for sharing. I had a question about your study strategy and the material you use to prepare. Did you study mainly from the material provided by the CFA Institute to pass you CFA level 1? Or In addition to that material, did you also joined a prep-course such as Kaplan?...I see a lot of people recommend joining a prep courses/tutorial sessions, but wanted to know if you actually did or did not. I see the material provided by CFA is quite robust. I am just wondering how you did it. Looking forward to your answer. thanks!

[gauravbhalla]

Hi Pearl, thank you so much for your insights! Do you think going through CFAI reading material is critical in addition to Mark Meldrum video & notes? Do you think Kaplan Schweser's notes instead of CFAI material are a good bet since it is concise? I intend to subscribe to Mark's videos, do CFAI qbank, blue box, EOCQ & mock tests.
Thank you so much
Gaurav - Level 1