Youssef Haidar shares how he was raised in a culture where becoming a doctor, engineer, or lawyer was the only path to success. Youssef followed the science route until a certain conversation made him question it all. What began as a part-time bank teller job to pay tuition turned into a passion for numbers, market trends, and helping people build wealth. He shares advice for new investors, explains why starting early matters, and offers powerful insights on debt, planning, and how to take control of your financial future—no matter your background.

You can find Youssef here:
https://www.nbfwm.ca/advisor/fairway-wealth-management.html

• how to become a financial advisor
• career pivot from science to finance
• immigrant family pressure careers
• investment advice for beginners
• debt vs. investing
• compound interest explained
• budgeting and planning tips
• starting a finance career
• financial advice for young adults
• working at National Bank Financial

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Timestamps:

00:00 – Meet Youssef Haidar, Investment Advisor
03:15 – Choosing Passion Over Expectations
07:10 – What Banking Really Includes
09:20 – How to Start Investing (Even If You Feel Clueless)
17:30 – Real Client Story: How One Small Investment Paid Off Big
19:00 – You Have More Control Than You Think
20:30 – Final Advice: Have a Plan, Start Now