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Jake is a management consultant based in New York City and a graduate of the University of Michigan. He is always pushing his limits by seeking discomfort and growth. Jake enjoys writing about his experiences in investing, triathlons, and financial risk. He believes that personal growth is achieved through facing challenges and is committed to continuous learning and improvement.
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Posted in70.3 Half Ironman Athletics NYC Training Triathlon

Ironman 70.3 Jones Beach Race Report

Ironman 70.3 Jones Beach was the gift that kept on giving. Against everything that was thrown at me, I persevered and found the resolve to finish.
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The Impact of Quantitative Easing

The financial landscape has undergone big shifts over the past decade. The Fed's Quantitative Easing program has changed how we think of the money supply.
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The Fed’s Looming Housing Bubble

We've got inflated asset prices, cheap credit, and irrational exuberance. That sounds like a housing bubble in the making to me.
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The Fed’s $3T Mortgage Backed Securities Problem

The Fed has a $3T mortgage backed securities problem. How will they get rid of all this junk? I'm not sure, but I do know there could be severe ramifications.
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24 Week Olympic Triathlon Training Plan
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24 Week Olympic Triathlon Training Plan

Looking to go from couch to Olympic triathlon in 6 months? In this article, we'll dive into a 24 Week Olympic Triathlon Training Plan.
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Why We Can’t Stop Posting: Social Media and its Role as a Super Stimulus

Social media is a super stimulus. With a brain designed for reptiles and monkeys, social media lights our human brains up like a Christmas tree.
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8 Week Olympic Triathlon Training Plan
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8 Week Olympic Triathlon Training Plan

In this article, we will dive into an 8 Week Olympic Triathlon Training Plan. With the right commitment and dedication, you can crush your next race!
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Half Ironman Swim Training Plan
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Half Ironman Swim Training Plan

Looking to improve swimming technique for your next race? Read on for insight into our Half Ironman Swim Training Plan designed for triathletes.
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12 Week Beginner Sprint Triathlon Training Plan

Looking to complete your first triathlon? The 12 Week Beginner Sprint Triathlon Training Plan is perfect for amateurs looking to complete their first race.
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10 Week Triathlon Training Plan
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10 Week Triathlon Training Plan

The 10 Week Triathlon Training Plan is geared towards beginners looking to complete their first sprint triathlon.
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Jake's books

The Great Gatsby
Cat’s Cradle
Breakfast of Champions
Autocracy, Inc.
Same as Ever: A Guide to What Never Changes
To Kill a Mockingbird
God Bless You, Mr. Rosewater
The Kite Runner
One Up On Wall Street: How to Use What You Already Know to Make Money in the Market
Jailbird
Slapstick, or Lonesome No More!
Breakfast at Tiffany’s and Three Stories
Thirteen Reasons Why
Mother Night
Animal Farm
Notes on Nationalism
Buffett: The Making of an American Capitalist
Quit: The Power of Knowing When to Walk Away
Digital Minimalism: Choosing a Focused Life in a Noisy World
Breakfast with Seneca: A Stoic Guide to the Art of Living


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