My CFA Level 1 Failure Story: 5 Mistakes to Avoid

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Hi everyone, welcome back to my channel. Today, I want to share with you my personal experience of failing the CFA Level 1 exam. I'll be discussing the top reasons why I think I didn't pass, in the hopes that it can help you avoid making the same mistakes.
Reason 1: Insufficient Practice Questions
Firstly, I didn't practice enough questions. I know it sounds obvious, but I underestimated the importance of practice. I thought I could get away with just reading the material and attending classes, but that wasn't enough. I should have practiced more questions to reinforce my understanding of the concepts.
Reason 2: Too Many Study Resources
Secondly, I had too many study resources at my disposal. With so many KZbin channels, study groups, and course providers, I found it hard to choose one and stick to it. I ended up randomly preparing from different sources, which led to confusion and a lack of focus.
Reason 3: Not Focusing on CFA Curriculum Questions
Thirdly, I didn't focus enough on the CFA curriculum questions. I should have practiced more questions from the official CFA curriculum, rather than relying on third-party resources. The curriculum questions are designed to test your knowledge and understanding of the material, so it's crucial to practice those.
Reason 4: Not Reviewing Wrong Answers
Fourthly, I didn't review the questions I got wrong. When I practiced questions, I didn't take the time to review the ones I got wrong and understand where I went wrong. This meant that I kept making the same mistakes over and over again.
Reason 5: Lack of Consistency
Lastly, I lacked consistency in my studying. I would study for a few days, then take a break, and then come back to it. This made it hard to retain information and build momentum. Consistency is key when it comes to studying for the CFA exam.
Conclusion
In conclusion, these are the top reasons why I think I failed the CFA Level 1 exam. I hope that by sharing my mistakes, I can help you avoid making the same ones. Remember to practice consistently, focus on the CFA curriculum questions, review your mistakes, and stay consistent. Good luck with your studies!
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[@GeeTalks-g9e]

Pls watch on 1.25x or 1.5x !!Apologies for the mistakes made since I wasnt that comfortable talking about failure I was kind of anxious! But I just wanted to share my story because there were no videos made on this topic about failure ! Just did my part…thank you for watching and do leave your queries and I will be more than happy to help you out :))

[@Shankar-lz7zs]

Don't feel bad you will pass this time I am giving an exam in February 2025 i am starting preparing now

[@GeeTalks-g9e]

@@Shankar-lz7zs Letsgoooooo

[@prakharsoni1786]

​@@Shankar-lz7zs same here❤

[@Shankar-lz7zs]

​@@prakharsoni1786we can connect we can study together

[@Shankar-lz7zs]

@@prakharsoni1786 we can connect we can study together

[@Sharexin]

Cfa level 1 feb 2025 assemble here

[@GeeTalks-g9e]

@@Sharexin lessgooo pls connect with each other and there are so many communities for cfa on Reddit and telegram!!!!

[@rakeshtiruchanuru961]

i am also giving cfa in feb

[@tanviyamudi5873]

same here

[@yashgajara4458]

Mee too

[@yashgajara4458]

@@GeeTalks-g9e Please share the linkk

[@akashhinduja469]

I have also Failed in my August 2023 attempt and Got cleared in Feb 2024. So i know this failure will help you to figure it out. All the best 👍

[@GeeTalks-g9e]

@@akashhinduja469 yes definitely it does

[@mahakagarwal272]

Which tuition did you take?

[@akashhinduja469]

@@GeeTalks-g9e Do let me know if your need any suggestions

[@akashhinduja469]

@@mahakagarwal272 Ashwini Bajaj

[@GeeTalks-g9e]

@@akashhinduja469 will do !

[@karanjain1467]

Hello , Karan here . Quick Intro - As of now I'm a 12th passout and I'm preparing for CFA Level 1 . And I'm confused from what study material should I prepare? 1. Schweser or 2. Curriculum Schweser - Easy to study Readings get completed in few hours . But the content is less and not Fully covered and I think we can't rely on this book . But many people have passed by studying through Schweser. Curriculum - Best knowledge material. Lengthy material Takes lot of time and sometimes even days to complete 1 reading only . But the book is reliable . So what should I prefer ?

[@GeeTalks-g9e]

@@karanjain1467 just use shweser !

[@karanjain1467]

@@GeeTalks-g9e What are u preferring as of now ?

[@GeeTalks-g9e]

@@karanjain1467 shweser !

[@kajalthakur4388]

Can you help me………because in starting of 2024 i start preparing for CAT but now i realise that i am not good in quant because ques from this section will based on trick….so now i want to change my path and plan to do CFA………should i go for this or not?? Or CFA is also like CAT means based on tricks??? Please help i am really confuse

[@kishmish2703]

hey gauri all the best for ur next attempt!! do u have a linkedin?

[@SokinaAktar-g8v]

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[@Sjsuhas]

Thanks for the honest insights !!!...and all the very best for your Consistency !!

[@GeeTalks-g9e]

My pleasure!

[@TNSCORPORATIONS]

good efforts 👍👍👍

[@diuniquecompletesolution1596]

Can u pleases suggest me About Soleadea...how it is. Or any other economical Coaching for Cfa level 1.

[@abdulahadm]

I'm looking for a study partner for Feb 2025 for accountability purposes and to curb procrastination. Studying for cfa can get lonely at times so I guess that would help. P.S Just gave my August 2024 exam and I just don't feel good about how it went. I'll still continue my level 1 studies instead of just waiting for results. I'm gonna try and give it in February 2025 again.

[@Rishibhattt]

WHAT else u r doing with cfa?

[@Cartoonandfun]

Few of my friends who have cleared the CFA level 1 shared that in exam only basic stuff is asked, no need to spend much time on difficult topics and mostly very less sums and numerical questions are being asked, like one should be clear with the base which would be helpful for level 2 and 3 So is it true or not

[@MorseDempsey-s4k]

Robinson Richard Jones Kenneth Young Linda

[@kavyasworld4340]

How many months are enough for cfa level 1 preparation... N from where to buy schweser notes its very costly

[@Rishibhattt]

AR U DOING SOME OTHER COURSE WITH CFA? OR JUST CFA. LIKE WHAT OTHER DEGREES U HAVE?

[@tanviyamudi5873]

all the best for your upcoming exam.

[@rakeshtiruchanuru961]

which online coaching for CFA is best and currently which one are you on?

[@GeeTalks-g9e]

@@rakeshtiruchanuru961 I think you should go with offline coaching if you can’t then I’d recommend Fintree and Sanjay Saraf or Ashwini Bajaj

[@rakeshtiruchanuru961]

@@GeeTalks-g9e ok,what is the telegram group name and if you are intrested can you share the live classes videos we shall divde the price equally.

[@yashgajara4458]

I can suggest a good offline coaching for CFA for people in Mumbai as I have already enrolled there. Kindly dm if want to know more.

[@harshjain4361]

tell

[@Khushi-ch4fk]

What are the real exam's questions standard? Like are they harder or as similar level of the EOC questions or institute's website questions?

[@GeeTalks-g9e]

@@Khushi-ch4fk actually I cannot disclose it but all I can say is mock test of cfa portal and exam paper are set by the same person

[@rakshits5456]

Lot of people are telling that cfa is not the right choice. I'm doing my 2nd year bba and want to pursue cfa. What's your opinion in this?

[@GeeTalks-g9e]

@@rakshits5456 I mean you should decide after seeing the content of the books that’s all ! If you feel it’s doable you should definitely go for it !

[@caaspirant6174]

Maam im ca inter qualified and done 1 year internship im planning to do cfa level 1 also after that will i get a decent job and if so then what will be the level of salary that i can expect

[@EthanSGK]

Please do make those internship videos, It would be hugely appreciated and helpful for the rest of us

[@GeeTalks-g9e]

@@EthanSGK okay sureee !!

[@sachinshukla2157]

Yes make video on internship ❤

[@GeeTalks-g9e]

@@sachinshukla2157 will do !

[@KrishShah-sv4ht]

which coaching did you join?

[@jayeshyadav-21]

U WIIL SURELYN CLEAR THE EXAM IN NEXT ATTEMPT

[@GeeTalks-g9e]

@@jayeshyadav-21 Yess lesssgoooo

[@gaminghousebad]

What books or resources will you prefer for cfa level 1 2025 & youtube channel also

[@GeeTalks-g9e]

@@gaminghousebad after giving exam I felt shweser is the right resource

[@Avirraajmusic]

Heyy... I want to ask if i just graduate and done my all level 3 without any working experience is still i can get a job?? Only after giving exams

[@GeeTalks-g9e]

@@Avirraajmusic actually cfa doesn’t assure you a job you won’t get a job it will be your perk while applying for the job i’d say

[@Rishibhattt]

i have the same question

[@khushiyadav5925]

How to start study for CFA as a beginner

[@Sakshyyyy]

Hi, do you recommend fintree for online coaching? What are your views. And also can you please suggest more online coaching other than this.

[@GeeTalks-g9e]

@@Sakshyyyy Ashwini Bajaj , Sanjay Saraf bhi hai waise unka live and offline is nice

[@Sakshyyyy]

@@GeeTalks-g9e and fintree?

[@RichaSharma-xb5uo]

Did you give mocks? Are cfa institute mocks representative enough?

[@bhartisheoran2523]

yeah they are representative

[@yashmitkar7154]

My CFA mock test result was 72% and 73% . I have 10 days more with me . What should I Do . Go for the paper or defer the exam

[@muhammadhaiderali9104]

Don't give the exam if u scored in 70s it should be more than 85% in the mocks

[@aditi4757]

@@muhammadhaiderali9104stop, demotivating him, he’s on the right track.

[@GeeTalks-g9e]

@@yashmitkar7154 yo 72 and 73 is good enough don’t defer just keep mastering formulas and concepts !!! And always remember the mocks in cfa portal and the exam itself is set by the same person .

[@bhartisheoran9253]

Can we connect ?? On telegram?

[@GeeTalks-g9e]

@@bhartisheoran9253 will make a channel ig

[@reactionvideo703]

Hey nice explanation never thought what i'm doing wrong btw so many things are common can i know you'r name.

[@nehatiwari9389]

Hey i am getting 67 percent in mock i m giving exam on aug 2024 should i appear for it or defer

[@GeeTalks-g9e]

@@nehatiwari9389 if I were you I’d keep solving and revising formulas and making sure that I’m actually able to apply it if the question comes up. And you are 3x likely to clear exam if you are scoring above 60 .

[@khushikhelani2063]

From which prep provider did you study?

[@GeeTalks-g9e]

@@khushikhelani2063 online batch of ims proschool

[@akashm4366]

is it real that if anyone completed cfa lvl1 you will get a job of 4-5LPA

[@GeeTalks-g9e]

I haven’t

[@Akshay02-07]

Did you get the scholarship this attempt or are you planning to apply for one for the next attempt? If yes, a video on scholarship would be helpful :)

[@GeeTalks-g9e]

@@Akshay02-07 no I am applying for scholarship will make a detailed video definitely about applying

[@gaminghousebad]

Do you prefer quint edge for coaching or other

[@GeeTalks-g9e]

@@gaminghousebad if I had to do it all over again I’d go with offline prep provider like fintree

[@adarshthakur1825]

I am scoring 63% in mock should i defer or go for exam my exam is on 21 Aug😢

[@adnanshaikh8927]

Buddy we are on same boat even i got 64% in CFA mock i am giving exam on 22 Aug

[@yashgajara4458]

@@adnanshaikh8927 All the bestt guyss. Rockk it

[@aryangupta81203]

Bro how was you exam ?? Please give some tips my exam is day after tomorrow

[@bhavyajain2808]

My exam is also on 24 th very scared 😨 as I have hot only 63% in mocks

[@adnanshaikh8927]

@@aryangupta81203 okay cool

[@781_gediadev9]

Which offline classes are you doing from Mumbai ?

[@GeeTalks-g9e]

@@781_gediadev9 I did cfa prep from IMS Proschool

[@MohamedMuksith-l2g]

​Whats your opinion about ims proschool ? Doesbit worth to join for cfa coaching​@@GeeTalks-g9e

[@TokyoRelives]

Hey .. could you make more videos on cfa ... there is not that many information available rn

[@GeeTalks-g9e]

@@TokyoRelives sure what kind of videos would you want?

[@bhartisheoran2523]

is anyone attempting in aug 2024 ?

[@GeeTalks-g9e]

@@bhartisheoran2523 there is an entire community on telegram you should definitely join it !!

[@devgupta6451]

Yes

[@royaljaguar9710]

Me ✌️

[@Askfhknsh]

Provide link

[@bhartisheoran2523]

@@devgupta6451 hogya preparation ?

[@ramrajput2196]

I am bit confused with cfa or mba finance which would be better?

[@GeeTalks-g9e]

@@ramrajput2196 I’d say go for mba finance if you are not used to rigorous study plus mba and cfa starting salary is same . Cfa requires consistency and mastery of topics . But if you are good at studying you should go for cfa .

[@ramrajput2196]

@@GeeTalks-g9e but I have interest in trading so should I go for CFA but it's tough for me

[@GeeTalks-g9e]

@@ramrajput2196 I mean I think you should go through syllabus once cuz the cost is high and the syllabus is vast

[@ramrajput2196]

@@GeeTalks-g9e what will be approximately cost of level 1 of CFA and I had not taken math in 12th std I have cleared my graduation in bms finance

[@RahulSharma-sl3nn]

I'm also facing the same issues as my exam attempt is in August. My mock exam results are not that good, so I'm thinking about deferring the exam.

[@devgupta6451]

Bro what was your result in mock ??

[@manavbharmani718]

Same thing for me

[@GeeTalks-g9e]

@@RahulSharma-sl3nn I would say give it for the experience

[@shantanu288]

heyy can you please suggest me online coaching for cfa level 1

[@GeeTalks-g9e]

@@shantanu288 Sanjay Saraf if you want in-depth understanding I heard live coaching from Ashwini Bajaj is also good but don’t go for recorded ones and fintree is good too

[@mulshigamers2172]

*Please someone suggest a good coaching for CFA, for them who are new to Finance!*

[@Shankar-lz7zs]

You can go with fintree or Ashwin Bajaj

[@GeeTalks-g9e]

@@mulshigamers2172Sanjay Saraf and fintree

[@adityanautiyal7014]

I would suggest FInladder...... I recently joined it and its very good

[@474nandini2]

Go for anurag Agarwal sir class

[@GeeTalks-g9e]

@@474nandini2 Will definitely check out !!

[@Askfhknsh]

Make a video for internship and waiting for more videos

[@GeeTalks-g9e]

@@Askfhknsh thank you so much

[@Rahulchaaks]

aree didi, stick to the point pls... Very good insight 👌 but you need to talk fast (already watching in 2x)

[@GeeTalks-g9e]

@@Rahulchaaks yaar first time hai re I was pretty self conscious

[@nightrider6289]

What's your age? Clear your 12 first 😅😅😂😂

[@zaidmansuri8438]

which couching class ?

[@GeeTalks-g9e]

@@zaidmansuri8438 I had joined IMS PROSCHOOL’s online batch

[@Jashwantsinghrathore]

for which attempt you are planning?

[@GeeTalks-g9e]

@@Jashwantsinghrathore may 2025 I’m a bit busy interning plus applying for scholarships

[@prakharsoni1786]

What degree you are doing?

[@GeeTalks-g9e]

@@prakharsoni1786 BCom finance and banking

[@bibashghorashaine2916]

You're beautiful 😍

[@amartyaawasthi8962]

Hi please make a video on coachings of cfa , and do you recommend buying aswini bajaj coaching?

[@GeeTalks-g9e]

@@amartyaawasthi8962 actually if it is him teaching live it’s good but if you are taking those already shot videos I’ve heard that they are a bit old and quality isn’t good . You should definitely post this question on Reddit and connect to cfa level 1 community !

[@amartyaawasthi8962]

@@GeeTalks-g9e means his recorded lectures are not that good right?

[@GeeTalks-g9e]

@@amartyaawasthi8962 yeah I heard on Reddit that they are bad quality

[@TheDarKnight69]

What is the coaching that you have enrolled in?

[@GeeTalks-g9e]

@@TheDarKnight69 it was IMS proschool