Nathan Ronen, CFA
@chalknboard.bsky.social
Thought leader for Chalk & Board, the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA®) exam prep provider. I've taught thousands to pass their CFA exams and I can teach you! Official CFA Institute prep provider listed on the CFAI website.
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Most CFA candidates don’t fail on content.
They fail on strategy.
Nathan Ronen, CFA explains why studying more isn’t the answer, and what actually gets you across the finish line.
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They fail on strategy.
Nathan Ronen, CFA explains why studying more isn’t the answer, and what actually gets you across the finish line.
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Passing Your CFA® Exam - The Silver Bullet
YouTube video by Chalk & Board
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January 7, 2026 at 10:53 PM
Most CFA candidates don’t fail on content.
They fail on strategy.
Nathan Ronen, CFA explains why studying more isn’t the answer, and what actually gets you across the finish line.
▶️ Watch the video youtu.be/KzhCcjEqFT8?...
#CFA #CFAExam #CFAPrep
They fail on strategy.
Nathan Ronen, CFA explains why studying more isn’t the answer, and what actually gets you across the finish line.
▶️ Watch the video youtu.be/KzhCcjEqFT8?...
#CFA #CFAExam #CFAPrep
Thinking about deferring your CFA exam?
More time does not always mean better results. In many cases, deferral actually lowers the probability of passing.
This video explains when deferring makes sense, and when it doesn’t.
youtu.be/aciz-IrGAHs
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More time does not always mean better results. In many cases, deferral actually lowers the probability of passing.
This video explains when deferring makes sense, and when it doesn’t.
youtu.be/aciz-IrGAHs
#CFAlevel1 #CFAlevel3
Deferring my CFA® Exam - Yes or No?
YouTube video by Chalk & Board
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January 3, 2026 at 6:57 AM
Thinking about deferring your CFA exam?
More time does not always mean better results. In many cases, deferral actually lowers the probability of passing.
This video explains when deferring makes sense, and when it doesn’t.
youtu.be/aciz-IrGAHs
#CFAlevel1 #CFAlevel3
More time does not always mean better results. In many cases, deferral actually lowers the probability of passing.
This video explains when deferring makes sense, and when it doesn’t.
youtu.be/aciz-IrGAHs
#CFAlevel1 #CFAlevel3
In this video, Nathan Ronen, CFA explains why variation in depth and structure is normal and how candidates can think more clearly about using resources as part of an overall study strategy.
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CFA® Level 3 Mock Exams - Which Ones? How Many? When to Start? Tips and Strategies
YouTube video by Chalk & Board
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December 23, 2025 at 11:32 AM
In this video, Nathan Ronen, CFA explains why variation in depth and structure is normal and how candidates can think more clearly about using resources as part of an overall study strategy.
📷 Full video here: youtu.be/WxeX5pd7lgA
#cfa #cfaexam #cfaprogram
📷 Full video here: youtu.be/WxeX5pd7lgA
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CFA® Level I isn’t a math exam.
Calculations are limited, not complex, and not where most candidates fail.
Focus on content. Study smarter.
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Calculations are limited, not complex, and not where most candidates fail.
Focus on content. Study smarter.
🎯 Year-End Sale: 15% off all 2026 CFA® materials
👉 www.chalkandboard.org
#CFA #CFALevel1 #CFAprep
December 18, 2025 at 10:59 AM
CFA® Level I isn’t a math exam.
Calculations are limited, not complex, and not where most candidates fail.
Focus on content. Study smarter.
🎯 Year-End Sale: 15% off all 2026 CFA® materials
👉 www.chalkandboard.org
#CFA #CFALevel1 #CFAprep
Calculations are limited, not complex, and not where most candidates fail.
Focus on content. Study smarter.
🎯 Year-End Sale: 15% off all 2026 CFA® materials
👉 www.chalkandboard.org
#CFA #CFALevel1 #CFAprep
Smart capital allocation starts with your own education. 🧠
Our Year-End Sale is officially open: Save 15% on all 2026 CFA® study materials. Cut the noise, avoid the stress, and focus on what actually gets you the pass.
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Our Year-End Sale is officially open: Save 15% on all 2026 CFA® study materials. Cut the noise, avoid the stress, and focus on what actually gets you the pass.
Your 2026 success starts today. 🔗 chalkandboard.org.
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December 17, 2025 at 6:34 PM
Smart capital allocation starts with your own education. 🧠
Our Year-End Sale is officially open: Save 15% on all 2026 CFA® study materials. Cut the noise, avoid the stress, and focus on what actually gets you the pass.
Your 2026 success starts today. 🔗 chalkandboard.org.
#cfa #cfaexam #cfaprogram
Our Year-End Sale is officially open: Save 15% on all 2026 CFA® study materials. Cut the noise, avoid the stress, and focus on what actually gets you the pass.
Your 2026 success starts today. 🔗 chalkandboard.org.
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Don’t face the CFA® curriculum alone.
Nathan Ronen’s study materials guide you through Level I, II & III with confidence —
no chaos,
no stress,
no burnout.
Start your CFA® journey the right way → chalkandboard.org
WhatsApp: +1 (973) 493-1371
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Nathan Ronen’s study materials guide you through Level I, II & III with confidence —
no chaos,
no stress,
no burnout.
Start your CFA® journey the right way → chalkandboard.org
WhatsApp: +1 (973) 493-1371
#cfa #cfaexam #cfaprogram
December 9, 2025 at 1:32 PM
Don’t face the CFA® curriculum alone.
Nathan Ronen’s study materials guide you through Level I, II & III with confidence —
no chaos,
no stress,
no burnout.
Start your CFA® journey the right way → chalkandboard.org
WhatsApp: +1 (973) 493-1371
#cfa #cfaexam #cfaprogram
Nathan Ronen’s study materials guide you through Level I, II & III with confidence —
no chaos,
no stress,
no burnout.
Start your CFA® journey the right way → chalkandboard.org
WhatsApp: +1 (973) 493-1371
#cfa #cfaexam #cfaprogram
CFA® Level III isn’t just a harder version of Level I or II, it’s a different exam entirely.
In this short clip, Nathan Ronen, CFA explains why the usual study approach fails and what candidates overlook when they move into Level III.
🎥 Full video here: youtu.be/clMPEMA_mHc
#CFA #CFALevel3 #CFAExam
In this short clip, Nathan Ronen, CFA explains why the usual study approach fails and what candidates overlook when they move into Level III.
🎥 Full video here: youtu.be/clMPEMA_mHc
#CFA #CFALevel3 #CFAExam
December 1, 2025 at 8:13 PM
CFA® Level III isn’t just a harder version of Level I or II, it’s a different exam entirely.
In this short clip, Nathan Ronen, CFA explains why the usual study approach fails and what candidates overlook when they move into Level III.
🎥 Full video here: youtu.be/clMPEMA_mHc
#CFA #CFALevel3 #CFAExam
In this short clip, Nathan Ronen, CFA explains why the usual study approach fails and what candidates overlook when they move into Level III.
🎥 Full video here: youtu.be/clMPEMA_mHc
#CFA #CFALevel3 #CFAExam
Just took the CFA® Level II exam?
The worst move now is doing nothing. In his new video, Nathan Ronen, CFA explains why you shouldn’t sit idle for six weeks, and why the Portfolio Management Pathway remains the strongest option.
🎥 Watch video here: youtu.be/clMPEMA_mHc
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The worst move now is doing nothing. In his new video, Nathan Ronen, CFA explains why you shouldn’t sit idle for six weeks, and why the Portfolio Management Pathway remains the strongest option.
🎥 Watch video here: youtu.be/clMPEMA_mHc
#cfa #cfaexam #cfaprogram
I Just Took the CFA® Level 2 Exam – What Should I Do Now?
YouTube video by Chalk & Board
youtu.be
November 28, 2025 at 12:13 AM
Just took the CFA® Level II exam?
The worst move now is doing nothing. In his new video, Nathan Ronen, CFA explains why you shouldn’t sit idle for six weeks, and why the Portfolio Management Pathway remains the strongest option.
🎥 Watch video here: youtu.be/clMPEMA_mHc
#cfa #cfaexam #cfaprogram
The worst move now is doing nothing. In his new video, Nathan Ronen, CFA explains why you shouldn’t sit idle for six weeks, and why the Portfolio Management Pathway remains the strongest option.
🎥 Watch video here: youtu.be/clMPEMA_mHc
#cfa #cfaexam #cfaprogram
Just took the Level I exam? The worst thing you can do now is nothing. In his new video, Nathan Ronen, CFA explains why keeping momentum matters, how to think about May or August 2026, and why early Level II prep gives you a real advantage.
🎥 Watch: youtu.be/lQqHWwjd8eg
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🎥 Watch: youtu.be/lQqHWwjd8eg
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I Just Took the CFA® Level 1 Exam – What Should I Do Now?
YouTube video by Chalk & Board
youtu.be
November 27, 2025 at 11:58 PM
Just took the Level I exam? The worst thing you can do now is nothing. In his new video, Nathan Ronen, CFA explains why keeping momentum matters, how to think about May or August 2026, and why early Level II prep gives you a real advantage.
🎥 Watch: youtu.be/lQqHWwjd8eg
#CFA #CFALevel2 #CFAExam
🎥 Watch: youtu.be/lQqHWwjd8eg
#CFA #CFALevel2 #CFAExam
Level 3 isn’t just content, it’s a different exam.
In this new video, Nathan Ronen, CFA shows how he helps CFA Level 3 candidates build essay skills from day one.
🎥 Watch here: youtu.be/jvRfavQjDkM
#CFA #CFALevel3 #CFAExam
In this new video, Nathan Ronen, CFA shows how he helps CFA Level 3 candidates build essay skills from day one.
🎥 Watch here: youtu.be/jvRfavQjDkM
#CFA #CFALevel3 #CFAExam
November 25, 2025 at 11:52 AM
Level 3 isn’t just content, it’s a different exam.
In this new video, Nathan Ronen, CFA shows how he helps CFA Level 3 candidates build essay skills from day one.
🎥 Watch here: youtu.be/jvRfavQjDkM
#CFA #CFALevel3 #CFAExam
In this new video, Nathan Ronen, CFA shows how he helps CFA Level 3 candidates build essay skills from day one.
🎥 Watch here: youtu.be/jvRfavQjDkM
#CFA #CFALevel3 #CFAExam
The investment landscape is shifting fast.
CFA® candidates need prep that’s personalized and focused, not generic.
Work with Nathan Ronen, CFA and boost your chances of passing.
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CFA® candidates need prep that’s personalized and focused, not generic.
Work with Nathan Ronen, CFA and boost your chances of passing.
📲 WhatsApp: +1 (973) 493-1371
🌐 chalkandboard.org
#CFA #CFAExam #CFAPrep
November 22, 2025 at 5:39 PM
The investment landscape is shifting fast.
CFA® candidates need prep that’s personalized and focused, not generic.
Work with Nathan Ronen, CFA and boost your chances of passing.
📲 WhatsApp: +1 (973) 493-1371
🌐 chalkandboard.org
#CFA #CFAExam #CFAPrep
CFA® candidates need prep that’s personalized and focused, not generic.
Work with Nathan Ronen, CFA and boost your chances of passing.
📲 WhatsApp: +1 (973) 493-1371
🌐 chalkandboard.org
#CFA #CFAExam #CFAPrep
CFA® Level II is a different game.
Vignettes test analysis — not memorization.
In our new video, Nathan Ronen, CFA explains what Level II really demands, how to avoid common mistakes, and how to study with purpose.
🎥 Watch: youtu.be/LtJZmG4i68s
#CFA #CFAExam #CFALevel2
Vignettes test analysis — not memorization.
In our new video, Nathan Ronen, CFA explains what Level II really demands, how to avoid common mistakes, and how to study with purpose.
🎥 Watch: youtu.be/LtJZmG4i68s
#CFA #CFAExam #CFALevel2
CFA® Level 2: How to Pass on Your First (or Next) Try — Real Tips & Strategies
YouTube video by Chalk & Board
youtu.be
November 14, 2025 at 3:55 PM
CFA® Level II is a different game.
Vignettes test analysis — not memorization.
In our new video, Nathan Ronen, CFA explains what Level II really demands, how to avoid common mistakes, and how to study with purpose.
🎥 Watch: youtu.be/LtJZmG4i68s
#CFA #CFAExam #CFALevel2
Vignettes test analysis — not memorization.
In our new video, Nathan Ronen, CFA explains what Level II really demands, how to avoid common mistakes, and how to study with purpose.
🎥 Watch: youtu.be/LtJZmG4i68s
#CFA #CFAExam #CFALevel2
Stop wasting time re-studying CFA® Level 1! ⏰
Nathan Ronen, CFA, breaks down what actually matters for Level 2, and which topics you can skip.
🎥 Watch: youtu.be/v3p2U7gFkfw
#CFA #CFAExam #CFALevel2
Nathan Ronen, CFA, breaks down what actually matters for Level 2, and which topics you can skip.
🎥 Watch: youtu.be/v3p2U7gFkfw
#CFA #CFAExam #CFALevel2
Stop Wasting Time Reviewing CFA® Level 1! Here’s What Actually Matters for Level 2
YouTube video by Chalk & Board
youtu.be
October 30, 2025 at 6:40 AM
Stop wasting time re-studying CFA® Level 1! ⏰
Nathan Ronen, CFA, breaks down what actually matters for Level 2, and which topics you can skip.
🎥 Watch: youtu.be/v3p2U7gFkfw
#CFA #CFAExam #CFALevel2
Nathan Ronen, CFA, breaks down what actually matters for Level 2, and which topics you can skip.
🎥 Watch: youtu.be/v3p2U7gFkfw
#CFA #CFAExam #CFALevel2
Congratulations to All CFA® Level 3 Students! Greetings from Windhoek, Namibia!
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October 24, 2025 at 12:21 PM
Congratulations to All CFA® Level 3 Students! Greetings from Windhoek, Namibia!
#CFA #CFALevel3 #ChalkandBoard
#CFA #CFALevel3 #ChalkandBoard
Can AI really pass the CFA® exam? 🤖📊
Nathan Ronen, CFA, breaks down what AI can do, and why it’ll never replace human reasoning and ethics in finance.
🎥 Watch now: youtu.be/ZlEGUm4y66o
#CFA #CFAExam #CFAprep
Nathan Ronen, CFA, breaks down what AI can do, and why it’ll never replace human reasoning and ethics in finance.
🎥 Watch now: youtu.be/ZlEGUm4y66o
#CFA #CFAExam #CFAprep
Can AI Really Pass the CFA® Exam? The Truth Every Candidate Should Know
YouTube video by Chalk & Board
youtu.be
October 16, 2025 at 3:23 PM
Can AI really pass the CFA® exam? 🤖📊
Nathan Ronen, CFA, breaks down what AI can do, and why it’ll never replace human reasoning and ethics in finance.
🎥 Watch now: youtu.be/ZlEGUm4y66o
#CFA #CFAExam #CFAprep
Nathan Ronen, CFA, breaks down what AI can do, and why it’ll never replace human reasoning and ethics in finance.
🎥 Watch now: youtu.be/ZlEGUm4y66o
#CFA #CFAExam #CFAprep
Congratulations to all candidates who passed the August 2025 CFA Level II exam today! If you didn’t get the result you hoped for, don’t worry, Chalk & Board can help you fix it next time. Join our winning team today: chalkandboard.org
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October 10, 2025 at 6:41 AM
Congratulations to all candidates who passed the August 2025 CFA Level II exam today! If you didn’t get the result you hoped for, don’t worry, Chalk & Board can help you fix it next time. Join our winning team today: chalkandboard.org
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Congratulations to all of candidates who passed the August 2025 CFA Level I exam today! If you didn’t get the result you hoped for, don’t worry, Chalk & Board can help you fix it next time. Join our winning team today: chalkandboard.org
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October 7, 2025 at 3:46 PM
Congratulations to all of candidates who passed the August 2025 CFA Level I exam today! If you didn’t get the result you hoped for, don’t worry, Chalk & Board can help you fix it next time. Join our winning team today: chalkandboard.org
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Cut your prep costs in half — 50% OFF all 2025 CFA® materials.
Be ready for November, not retaking next summer.
👉 chalkandboard.org
#cfaprep #cfaexam #cfa
October 2, 2025 at 8:14 AM
October Sale is LIVE! 🍂
Cut your prep costs in half — 50% OFF all 2025 CFA® materials.
Be ready for November, not retaking next summer.
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Cut your prep costs in half — 50% OFF all 2025 CFA® materials.
Be ready for November, not retaking next summer.
👉 chalkandboard.org
#cfaprep #cfaexam #cfa
Proud of Ehab’s CFA® success! Discipline + the right strategy = results. Keep going strong.
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Join Chalk & Board's winning team: chalkandboard.org
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September 30, 2025 at 7:14 AM
Proud of Ehab’s CFA® success! Discipline + the right strategy = results. Keep going strong.
Join Chalk & Board's winning team: chalkandboard.org
#cfaprogram #cfaexam #cfa
Join Chalk & Board's winning team: chalkandboard.org
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Passing CFA exams isn’t enough. Employers look for qualities & habits that set you apart.
In my latest video, I explain what they really value, and how you can stand out.
Watch here: youtu.be/lXySF4DzwkA
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In my latest video, I explain what they really value, and how you can stand out.
Watch here: youtu.be/lXySF4DzwkA
#cfa #cfaexam #career
What Employers Look for When Hiring CFA® Candidates?
YouTube video by Chalk & Board
youtu.be
September 27, 2025 at 8:23 AM
Passing CFA exams isn’t enough. Employers look for qualities & habits that set you apart.
In my latest video, I explain what they really value, and how you can stand out.
Watch here: youtu.be/lXySF4DzwkA
#cfa #cfaexam #career
In my latest video, I explain what they really value, and how you can stand out.
Watch here: youtu.be/lXySF4DzwkA
#cfa #cfaexam #career
Thinking about skipping derivatives because it’s only 5%? ❌
In my new video, I explain why you should never skip topics at any CFA level, and how to study smarter instead.
🎥 Watch here: youtu.be/1yGhAt73dKs?...
#cfa #cfaexam #cfaprep
In my new video, I explain why you should never skip topics at any CFA level, and how to study smarter instead.
🎥 Watch here: youtu.be/1yGhAt73dKs?...
#cfa #cfaexam #cfaprep
Which topics should I focus on to pass my CFA exam?
YouTube video by Chalk & Board
youtu.be
September 20, 2025 at 9:44 PM
Thinking about skipping derivatives because it’s only 5%? ❌
In my new video, I explain why you should never skip topics at any CFA level, and how to study smarter instead.
🎥 Watch here: youtu.be/1yGhAt73dKs?...
#cfa #cfaexam #cfaprep
In my new video, I explain why you should never skip topics at any CFA level, and how to study smarter instead.
🎥 Watch here: youtu.be/1yGhAt73dKs?...
#cfa #cfaexam #cfaprep
CFA® L1 or L3, Feb 2026.
Don’t waste another summer on a retake.
Prepare smart with Chalk & Board.
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Don’t waste another summer on a retake.
Prepare smart with Chalk & Board.
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#cfa #cfaexam #CFAprep
September 19, 2025 at 3:26 PM
CFA® L1 or L3, Feb 2026.
Don’t waste another summer on a retake.
Prepare smart with Chalk & Board.
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#cfa #cfaexam #CFAprep
Don’t waste another summer on a retake.
Prepare smart with Chalk & Board.
👉 chalkandboard.org
#cfa #cfaexam #CFAprep
The answer is C below.
If you answered incorrectly, consider learning and applying CFA concepts better with Chalk & Board's prep videos and mocks! Stop worrying about pass rates and join our winning team: chalkandboard.org.
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If you answered incorrectly, consider learning and applying CFA concepts better with Chalk & Board's prep videos and mocks! Stop worrying about pass rates and join our winning team: chalkandboard.org.
#cfaprogram #cfaexam #cfa
Another CFA® exam trivia question for CFA candidates.
According to the CFA Institute Standards of Professional Conduct the $100 Gift Rule applies to:
Answer choices:
A. All candidates & members
B. Candidates & charterholders
C. No $100 Gift Rule
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According to the CFA Institute Standards of Professional Conduct the $100 Gift Rule applies to:
Answer choices:
A. All candidates & members
B. Candidates & charterholders
C. No $100 Gift Rule
#cfaprogram #cfaexam #cfa
September 5, 2025 at 11:56 AM
The answer is C below.
If you answered incorrectly, consider learning and applying CFA concepts better with Chalk & Board's prep videos and mocks! Stop worrying about pass rates and join our winning team: chalkandboard.org.
#cfaprogram #cfaexam #cfa
If you answered incorrectly, consider learning and applying CFA concepts better with Chalk & Board's prep videos and mocks! Stop worrying about pass rates and join our winning team: chalkandboard.org.
#cfaprogram #cfaexam #cfa
Good stuff = smart start.
Start your CFA® journey with Chalk & Board.
Set yourself up for success.
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Start your CFA® journey with Chalk & Board.
Set yourself up for success.
#cfaprogram #cfaexam #cfa
September 4, 2025 at 8:44 PM
Good stuff = smart start.
Start your CFA® journey with Chalk & Board.
Set yourself up for success.
#cfaprogram #cfaexam #cfa
Start your CFA® journey with Chalk & Board.
Set yourself up for success.
#cfaprogram #cfaexam #cfa