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Core Insights - The author transitioned from a traditional finance career to focus on personal finance education through online platforms [1] Group 1: Background and Experience - The author has a background in finance-marketing, holding a bachelor's degree, CFP title, and an MBA in financial services [1] - The author worked in private banking for five years before deciding to pursue a different path [1] Group 2: Career Transition - In 2016, the author took a family trip across North America and Central America, which influenced the decision to leave the financial industry [1] - The author spent three months in Costa Rica during this journey, which was described as an eye-opening adventure [1] - In 2017, the author quit the financial industry to help others with personal finance through investing websites [1]