Subject: CFA L2 fast track, study performance spotlight, 2027 asset mgmt outlook

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8 articles • 30d to Nov'26 • 133d to Feb'27 • 211d to May'27

  • CFA L2 fast track & tips: FYI - CFA May 2027 early registration deadline is 14th Oct. Passed L1 and eyeing the fastest route through? We cover how to pass L2 in just 4 months, plus top L2 tips and the fastest overall CFA track.

  • Focus & study performance: Struggling to concentrate through a long study session? We share 14 practical ways to stay focused, and explore the science behind whether chewing gum during study and exams actually helps.

  • 2027 asset management outlook & career planning: Global AuM is projected to hit $160 trillion by 2028 - but 4 major shifts are reshaping where the jobs are. We also cover practical strategies to get promoted at work, and whether using paid CV-writing services like TopResume still makes sense.

  • New free tools at learn.300hours.com: This includes a next-gen Study Planner, readings, AI-powered study support, practice questions, mock exams, and a fully-automated exam analyzer (analyzer is CFA-only). It's beta-testing at the moment, so please send any feedback if you have any!

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Zee Tan, 300Hours

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Question: You swiftly sell a stock that goes up 5% just to enjoy the mild thrill of being right, yet you flatly refuse to sell a stock down 40% because you are waiting for it to reach breakeven so you don't have to admit defeat. Aside from a rather fragile ego, what specific behavioural bias is driving this?


Answer at the end of this email!

9 Insider Tips to Pass CFA Level 2 in 4 Months

9 Insider Tips to Pass CFA Level 2 in 4 Months

Sophie Macon • CFA

How do you pass CFA L2 with only 4 months' study? Sophie did it - in this guide, she shares her successful game plan and schedule.

CFA L2 in 4 months ➔

CFA Level 2 Tips: Top Advice From Previous Candidates

CFA Level 2 Tips: Top Advice From Previous Candidates

Sophie Macon • CFA

CFA L2 is often regarded as the most challenging level among the CFA levels. To help L2 candidates, we surveyed successful L2 candidates, asking for their most useful pieces of advice.

Passing L2 candidates advice ➔

Get a Jump on Your Next CFA Exam

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Kaplan Schweser • Prep Providers

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Strengthen Your Knowledge Through Application

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UWorld CFA • Prep Providers

Applying concepts through realistic practice questions helps reinforce learning and improve long-term retention.

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CFA Fast Track: How to Pass the CFA Exams Quickly

CFA Fast Track: How to Pass the CFA Exams Quickly

Sophie Macon • CFA • How to Study

It takes an average of 1,000 study hours to obtain a CFA charter, so it is worthwhile investigating the most efficient way to pass before signing up. While there are no shortcuts, there are things you can do to make the process more efficient.

Fast track CFA ➔

How To Focus When Studying, Even When You're Tired

How To Focus When Studying, Even When You're Tired

Sophie Macon • Study Motivation

How do you keep on plugging with your revision when you're running on fumes? This guide shows you how.

Maximize your energy ➔

CFA "First 14 Days" Optimal Study Plan [2027]

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Let Me Explain • Prep Providers

[Updated 2027] One of the most popular YT CFA channels shows you the plan for the first 14 days' optimal study plan for your CFA exam, including why following the order suggested by the curriculum is a mistake.

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Advance your career with a FMVA certification

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Corporate Finance Institute • Other Qualifications

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Does Chewing Gum While Studying Help Exam Performance?

Does Chewing Gum While Studying Help Exam Performance?

Zee Tan • Study Break

Chewing gum can be used strategically to enhance your exam performance. Of course, this won't be game-changing differences, but it may make the difference between a pass and a fail.

How it works ➔

2027 Asset Management: 4 Trends Changing Future Jobs

2027 Asset Management: 4 Trends Changing Future Jobs

Sophie Macon • Career Advice

What's the future of asset management? We explore current trends, job opportunities, and the industry's impact on the economy, giving you a broad overview of this dynamic field.

See where AM is heading ➔

How To Get Promoted at Work: The Ultimate Guide

How To Get Promoted at Work: The Ultimate Guide

Sophie Macon • Career Advice

Want to climb the ladder at your job? Getting promoted takes more than just hard work. We share practical strategies for getting noticed, building relationships, and demonstrating your value to your employer, so you can advance your career.

Get promoted ➔

TopResume Review: Is It Worth It & Legit?

TopResume Review: Is It Worth It & Legit?

mikey • Career Advice

Considering using TopResume to improve your resume? We provide an unbiased review of their services, looking at their pricing, features, and customer feedback, to help you decide if they're the right choice for your job search needs.

Improve your resume ➔

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Answer to Quick Question: The Disposition Effect (Behavioural Finance).

Explanation: This is the tendency for investors to realize gains prematurely to secure a quick emotional win, whilst stubbornly holding onto losing positions to delay the regret of a realized loss. It remains a remarkably efficient way to slowly turn a portfolio into a museum of your worst decisions.

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