My Vision
Championship Life:
Living a life of freedom, purpose, and impact. Owning multiple income-generating properties, running a successful online business, living part-time in a tropical location, spending time with family, traveling 3+ times a year, and giving back through mentorship and philanthropy.
Ultimate Goals:
Achieve financial independence by 40. Build and scale a real estate portfolio to 5+ properties. Launch and automate a successful e-commerce or digital service business. Establish a strong personal brand. Maintain strong relationships and health.
Now:
Finishing BBA in Finance with a minor in Sports Management. Co-founder of a startup (Ad-Hike). Gaining experience through internships in accounting, customer service, and sports management. Building foundational skills in marketing and real estate.
Strengths:
Strong analytical skills, leadership and teamwork, financial knowledge, entrepreneurial mindset, adaptability, communication skills, event and project coordination, and digital marketing.
Barriers:
Limited capital for large-scale investments. Balancing risk with long-term goals. Gaining deeper industry experience. Time constraints between career-building and entrepreneurial pursuits. Self-doubt at times when taking big leaps.
Enroll:
Mentors in finance, real estate, and entrepreneurship. Professional networks (LinkedIn, alumni, investors). Online courses (Udemy, Coursera, YouTube). Real estate agents and property managers. Coaches for personal growth and mindset.
Actions Needed:
Finish university and gain initial work experience in finance. Obtain real estate license. Start investing in small properties. Continue growing Ad-Hike. Take courses in SEO, e-commerce, and real estate. Build and maintain a strong support network.
First Steps:
Apply for jobs aligned with finance and real estate. Research local and global real estate markets. Reach out to a mentor. Complete a real estate licensing course. Refine Ad-Hike’s offerings. Create a personal website and brand presence.
Timeline:
Age: 20–25
Milestone: Graduate, start in finance, launch side hustle, obtain real estate license
Age: 25–30
Milestone: Invest in first property, grow online business, buy house, start family
Age: 30–35
Milestone: Focus on real estate portfolio, save for larger investments
Age: 35–40
Milestone: Achieve financial independence, begin early retirement lifestyle
Age: 40–45
Milestone: Travel extensively, launch surf shop, live tropical part-time
Age: 45–60
Milestone: Fully retired, travel the world, mentor others, grow portfolio passively
Future Goals & Ambitions
As I reflect on where I am today and where I hope to be in the future, I’m driven by a desire to build a life that balances professional success, personal fulfillment, and meaningful experiences. My journey so far - through academics, work, and personal growth - has shaped a clear vision of what I want to achieve across various stages of life. This 5-Year Vision Plan outlines my aspirations in both my personal and professional life, mapping out the goals, experiences, and milestones I hope to reach as I grow. From launching my career in finance and exploring entrepreneurial ventures, to building a life rooted in freedom, travel, and passion projects, each five-year interval represents a purposeful step forward.
Age 20–25:
Professional Goals: Begin my career in the finance industry, gaining hands-on experience in a corporate role. Start an online side hustle focused on digital marketing, content, or consulting.
Educational Goals: Complete my BBA in Finance with a minor in Sports Management. Obtain relevant certifications such as CFA modules and a real estate license.
Personal Goals: Travel to Southeast Asia and explore different cultures. Build financial literacy and personal discipline.
Achievements & Milestones: Graduate from university, earn my X-Ring, launch my first online business, and begin building a personal brand.
Age 30–35:
Professional Goals: Scale my online and brick-and-mortar businesses. Begin serious real estate investing—researching markets, saving aggressively, and acquiring rental properties.
Educational Goals: Attend industry conferences or workshops related to finance, real estate, or entrepreneurship.
Personal Goals: Maintain a strong family foundation, prioritize wellness and work-life balance, and develop passive income strategies.
Achievements & Milestones: Buy my first rental property, grow my investment portfolio, and establish multiple income streams.
Age 40–45:
Professional Goals: Transition to full-time entrepreneurship and passive income. Open a beachside surf shop or lifestyle business in a tropical location.
Educational Goals: Stay up to date with market trends, investment strategies, and digital tools for business growth.
Personal Goals: Live near the ocean, lead a health-focused and adventurous lifestyle, and create lasting memories with loved ones.
Achievements & Milestones: Own five or more rental properties, travel to three or more countries annually, and enjoy location independence.
Age 50–55:
Professional Goals: Maintain a light involvement in investments and passion projects. Possibly mentor young entrepreneurs or investors.
Educational Goals: Engage in lifelong learning—exploring topics that interest me beyond business and finance.
Personal Goals: Travel with family, maintain health and vitality, and spend time doing what I love.
Achievements & Milestones: Continue expanding my real estate and business legacy while living life on my own terms.
Age 25–30:
Professional Goals: Transition into a more senior role in finance or strategy. Launch a brick-and-mortar business, potentially tied to sports or lifestyle.
Educational Goals: Continue personal development through business and investing courses.
Personal Goals: Start a family, buy a home, and begin creating long-term routines that support personal well-being.
Achievements & Milestones: Purchase my first home, start investing in real estate, grow my business ventures, and increase travel frequency.
Age 35–40:
Professional Goals: Gradually reduce reliance on traditional 9-to-5 work. Shift focus to managing real estate holdings and scaling my businesses.
Educational Goals: Learn advanced real estate strategies and possibly mentor others.
Personal Goals: Travel extensively, potentially with family. Design a flexible lifestyle supported by business and real estate income.
Achievements & Milestones: Build a portfolio of rental properties and travel regularly while laying the groundwork for early retirement.
Age 45–50:
Professional Goals: Be fully retired from traditional employment. Continue managing and growing my real estate portfolio and businesses remotely.
Educational Goals: Possibly share my journey through writing, speaking, or mentorship.
Personal Goals: Spend quality time with family and friends, travel the world, and enjoy the lifestyle I’ve built.
Achievements & Milestones: Reach full financial independence, maintain business sustainability, and inspire others through my story.
Age 55–60:
Professional Goals: Fully step back from business responsibilities, leaving behind a self-sustaining legacy.
Educational Goals: Reflect, write, or possibly teach informally.
Personal Goals: Celebrate everything I’ve built, spend time with grandchildren (if applicable), and enjoy life’s simple pleasures.
Achievements & Milestones: Leave a lasting impact through the lives I’ve touched, the ventures I’ve built, and the life I’ve designed.
Passion to Paycheque
Strengths and Interests Reflection
Strengths:
Analytical thinking
Communication and interpersonal skills
Organizational and time management skills
Problem-solving in financial contexts
Leadership and teamwork
Interests:
Finance and investing
Real estate and property management
Sports and sports business
Entrepreneurship and business development
Travel and cultural exploration
Common Themes
Strategic & Analytical Thinking – Strong problem-solving and financial analysis abilities.
Entrepreneurial Mindset – Interest in building and managing businesses.
Finance & Investment – Deep interest and growing expertise in financial markets and real estate.
Global Perspective – Passion for travel and learning across cultures.
Leadership & Teamwork – Collaborative work style and leadership experience.
Sports & Business Synergy – Interest in the sports industry from a business perspective.
Digital Proficiency – Experience in marketing, SEO, and online business operations.
Communication – Strong written, verbal, and client-facing communication skills.
Career Research Details
Financial Analyst / Wealth Advisor
Education: BBA in Finance (completed), CFA certification (recommended)
Salary Expectations: Entry level: $55,000–$75,000; Senior level: $120,000+
Timeline: Begin working in finance by age 22–23, with growth potential through late 20s and early 30s.
Real Estate Investor / Property Manager
Education: Real estate license, informal education through courses, mentorship, and experience
Salary Expectations: Variable based on portfolio; potential to earn $60,000+ in early years and scale to $200,000+
Timeline: Begin investing and managing properties between ages 25–30; expand portfolio over decades.
Sports Marketing Manager
Education: BBA in Finance with a minor in Sports Management; relevant Google certifications
Salary Expectations: Entry: $50,000–$65,000; Senior level: $100,000+
Timeline: Enter field by age 25–27 after gaining relevant marketing and sports industry experience.
