I Lost Everything… Then Made $180m in 6 Months

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  • Опубликовано: 24 ноя 2024

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  • @vectorvix6254
    @vectorvix6254 Год назад +553

    Rafa has a rare balance of supreme confidence and humility. One of your best interviews, Noah. Much appreciated.

    • @robertmueller8594
      @robertmueller8594 Год назад +6

      I was really wondering how to describe this guy best to a friend in a few words: here they are - many thanks mate ! 👍 😀 - BTW: so far I can´t remember a millonaire being so generous with what he owns

    • @calisongbird
      @calisongbird Год назад

      @@robertmueller8594 RAFA MARTINEZ IS CONTRIBUTING TO THE RAPID DESTRUCTION OF OUR PLANET. He's investing in NATURAL GAS... Natural gas is not renewable energy. Renewable energy sources, by definition, come from naturally recurrent, auto-replenishing processes, and gas is a fossil energy source that will not be replenished in our lifetimes or indeed many, many human lifetimes. The main compound of natural gas, methane, is a strong greenhouse gas contributing to 3% of all greenhouse gas emissions in the United States, for perspective.
      Also, the processes associated with natural gas sourcing and drilling are environmentally problematic. When geologists seek out natural gas deposits on land, their vehicles frequently upset area vegetation. Air pollution and community disturbances are direct outgrowths of well drilling operations, and natural gas production can result in contaminated water that has to be carefully managed.
      Sometimes natural gas is produced but has a high concentration of toxic hydrogen sulfide or other problems deeming it unsuitable for transport or sale. In these cases, natural gas is burned or “flared” at well sites, producing CO2 and many other compounds. Still, CO2 is not as potent a greenhouse gas as methane, making flaring marginally better than releasing natural gas into the air.

    • @antoniobashlor
      @antoniobashlor Год назад

      ruclips.net/video/fZe94WAXDEY/видео.html

    • @brixtonmystery
      @brixtonmystery 2 месяца назад

      That's called faith in God my friend.

  • @Matzinger1992
    @Matzinger1992 Год назад +40

    I love Noah's interview style. He always asks open questions and is letting the guest talk without interrupting. Keep on going Noah.

    • @antoniobashlor
      @antoniobashlor Год назад

      ruclips.net/video/fZe94WAXDEY/видео.html

    • @donttellmejustlisten4598
      @donttellmejustlisten4598 Год назад

      Most interviews are like that you ask questions and the other person answers, it’s discussions or debates where they interrupt, or when their is opposing agenda/motive (then they can’t be really a interviews) btw interrupting to disagree and asking tough questions are different.

  • @rafaracingclub
    @rafaracingclub Год назад +1455

    @noahkagan thanks for having me and sharing my story! And appreciate everyone’s comments 🙏

    • @hydrojedi
      @hydrojedi Год назад +32

      You seem like a genuinely nice guy and I'm happy your life has turned out good but did you ever stop to think about how your money has come from millions of average American families who have no choice but to pay whatever outrageous prices your industry sets at the pumps and our electric meters? I have successfully owned and operated a small family restaurant for 24 years... it's pretty simple in the grand scheme of business...I provide a good product and service and people will buy it...but they can't buy it if they don't have any money. In a time of deceit, telling the truth is a revolutionary act

    • @carlos103301
      @carlos103301 Год назад +12

      God bless you Rafa!

    • @Finance_Education
      @Finance_Education Год назад +13

      @Rafa you are a great men bro. Thanks for sharing your story!

    • @curryphoenix
      @curryphoenix Год назад +7

      Blessings to you, sir. Great story, perspective and balance.

    • @nvgdo
      @nvgdo Год назад +7

      El mundo da muchas vueltas hermano. Un colombiano felicitándolo por su empeño d perseverancia! Un ejemplo de mentalidad para seguir. Y también para felicitarlo(s) como Salvadoreños por tener el mejor Presidente en el Mundo, en la actualidad. Nada dura para siempre….ahora le toca a El Salvador demostrar su buena cara al
      Mundo. No hay mal que por bien no venga. Salud, bendiciones, y energía positiva, para todos tus seres queridos 🙏🏾

  • @NoelCruzSings
    @NoelCruzSings Год назад +74

    Rafael is a rare gem. His humility and generosity are amazing!

  • @BAMF69
    @BAMF69 Год назад +59

    This guy is a legend. He is the epitome of success, he is calm, level headed, has other passions then business and I bet a beautiful family who loves him.

    • @STELLASCUTENESS
      @STELLASCUTENESS Год назад +2

      Nothing calm or level-headed about exposing your account to that level of risk of ruin. The fact that it “worked out” for him almost guarantees he will be on the other side eventually.

    • @jwennig5212
      @jwennig5212 Год назад +2

      I think he’s trying to say his emotions are calm no matter what type of move he’s making. There’s a big difference.

    • @Bambotb
      @Bambotb Год назад +3

      @@STELLASCUTENESS he won't continue obviously lol...180m cashed in and will go live a good life

    • @antoniobashlor
      @antoniobashlor Год назад

      ruclips.net/video/fZe94WAXDEY/видео.html

  • @shivinunitholi2493
    @shivinunitholi2493 Год назад +315

    Rafa is super hard working, biz visionary, non conformist, compassionate, emotional and just awesome! Thanks for this episode, Noah! Loved watching it.

    • @worldview2134
      @worldview2134 Год назад

      You can’t dress like that and be rich

    • @shivinunitholi2493
      @shivinunitholi2493 Год назад +8

      @@worldview2134 And you cant just impose your ideas on the rest of the world and say "Hey what I feel is right is right". If you think he's not rich, prove it :)

    • @worldview2134
      @worldview2134 Год назад

      @@shivinunitholi2493 - yes

    • @shivinunitholi2493
      @shivinunitholi2493 Год назад

      @@worldview2134 Yes as in what?

    • @robertmueller8594
      @robertmueller8594 Год назад +1

      @@worldview2134 he can afford just to be himself - does not have to prove anything / show off to other people

  • @HeisKelvinHov
    @HeisKelvinHov Год назад +188

    1. He has skill
    2. He has experience
    3. Lazer psychology
    Bro is the deal

    • @chazlon5061
      @chazlon5061 Год назад +4

      Bro?

    • @HeisKelvinHov
      @HeisKelvinHov Год назад +15

      @@chazlon5061 Mr is the deal or sir, he's a guy dude what should I say

    • @takezoedits
      @takezoedits Год назад +3

      you forgot to mention humble as well even tho that goes hand to hand with psychology

    • @HeisKelvinHov
      @HeisKelvinHov Год назад +2

      @@takezoedits that is correct sergeant major

    • @alexanderbutmanov8751
      @alexanderbutmanov8751 Год назад

      awesome

  • @themindshiftpodcast
    @themindshiftpodcast Год назад +145

    This interview was worth it at the 4 minute mark. The emotion of Rafa’s family’s story makes his success that much more special.

    • @TzUuup
      @TzUuup Год назад +4

      Yeah that's how they get you. Tap into your emotions

    • @TzUuup
      @TzUuup Год назад +2

      @@Neverg1veup yeah I got that but he's just selling the dream and not putting out the explicit numbers. Every great journey needs a nice sob story is all I meant

    • @TzUuup
      @TzUuup Год назад +2

      @@Neverg1veup a great story was Christian McCaffrey and his journey into the nfl. His father was in the nfl for multiple years. Christian was born with a silver spoon in his mouth and still managed to make it to the pros himself. Not given it was earned and he has been top 3 runningback every year since entering the league

    • @calisongbird
      @calisongbird Год назад

      RAFA MARTINEZ IS CONTRIBUTING TO THE RAPID DESTRUCTION OF OUR PLANET. He's investing in NATURAL GAS... Natural gas is not renewable energy. Renewable energy sources, by definition, come from naturally recurrent, auto-replenishing processes, and gas is a fossil energy source that will not be replenished in our lifetimes or indeed many, many human lifetimes. The main compound of natural gas, methane, is a strong greenhouse gas contributing to 3% of all greenhouse gas emissions in the United States, for perspective.
      Also, the processes associated with natural gas sourcing and drilling are environmentally problematic. When geologists seek out natural gas deposits on land, their vehicles frequently upset area vegetation. Air pollution and community disturbances are direct outgrowths of well drilling operations, and natural gas production can result in contaminated water that has to be carefully managed.
      Sometimes natural gas is produced but has a high concentration of toxic hydrogen sulfide or other problems deeming it unsuitable for transport or sale. In these cases, natural gas is burned or “flared” at well sites, producing CO2 and many other compounds. Still, CO2 is not as potent a greenhouse gas as methane, making flaring marginally better than releasing natural gas into the air.

    • @savvymind4612
      @savvymind4612 10 месяцев назад

      @@TzUuupalright bro fuck the sob story bullshit that shit is corny put in pain

  • @felipesuarezweb
    @felipesuarezweb Год назад +15

    My mother side of my family is from El Salvador and they came to Costa Rica when my mom was young. I have a lot of appreciation for the nice things, culture and aspects of El Salvador. Rafa's story is awesome and I'm very happy he is flying so high. Also he is an amazing person. Great interview uncle Noah 👍

  • @rgasta7765
    @rgasta7765 Год назад +6

    Noah is a great interviewer. Let the guest talk and talk, camera pointed straight at the guest face. Just great.

  • @chrisATX
    @chrisATX Год назад +12

    This is one of the best interviews I've seen in a long time! Thanks, Noah and Rafa for taking the time to do this interview. - A fellow Texan.

  • @simonbad
    @simonbad Год назад +344

    My greatest concern is how to recover from all these economic and global troubles and stay afloat especially with the political power tussle going on in the US.

    • @Erinmills98
      @Erinmills98 Год назад +2

      As with any big financial decision, it’s important to keep your guard up for economic risks. However, smart planning, time management and seeking advice from a financial adviser can help keep you and your money safe.

    • @IrenaDolinsek
      @IrenaDolinsek Год назад +6

      @@Erinmills98 I agree with you. I ventured into stock with less than $100K, and now I'm about 17K short of half a million dollars. Credits to Jennifer Puckett Hunter. She's verifiable

    • @AstaKristjan
      @AstaKristjan Год назад +1

      @@IrenaDolinsek Fantastic! can u share more details?

    • @IrenaDolinsek
      @IrenaDolinsek Год назад +2

      @@AstaKristjan She’s a highly-sought out adviser, so I’m not certain she’s accepting new intakes, but you can give it a shot. It wouldn’t be proper to just leave her number lying around, but she has a webpage you can look at if you google her name.

    • @avaf7699
      @avaf7699 Год назад +4

      @@IrenaDolinsek Those scammers are getting better

  • @modelingsuccesssuccessfull2607
    @modelingsuccesssuccessfull2607 Год назад +15

    Rafa is carrying a lot of pain, very relatable. God bless brother.

    • @leelunk8235
      @leelunk8235 2 месяца назад +1

      EVERYONE CARRIES PAIN

    • @VroymediaO
      @VroymediaO 2 месяца назад +1

      pain is a transaction currency for success

  • @444Hz
    @444Hz 3 месяца назад +2

    He took care of business. He thought it, believed it, acted on it, achieved it. Built a new door for his family’s legacy. I love it 💚

  • @jimmychun
    @jimmychun Год назад +60

    This guy's story is amazing. Respect.

    • @ALCRAN2010
      @ALCRAN2010 Год назад +2

      This is the second guy I watch that trades energy and hits it wealthy.

    • @rustycolon9368
      @rustycolon9368 Год назад +5

      @@ALCRAN2010 Is there any actual evidence that this guy made his money from energy trades, or just videos of him claiming he did?

  • @Giovann7
    @Giovann7 Год назад +47

    When you feel like you’ve hit your rock bottom, there’s nowhere else to go but up. Good job Rafa, you’ve made the Hispanic community proud.

    • @zoxai9406
      @zoxai9406 Год назад +2

      I needed to hear this, god bless

  • @joepotentier
    @joepotentier Год назад +5

    What a guy to meet at the track! Thanks for following up with him 👏🏻

  • @alexfal8206
    @alexfal8206 Год назад +2

    RAFA HAS THE BEST ATTITUDE being able to bring friends and family along for the ride is happiness

  • @chess747
    @chess747 Год назад +6

    What a kind humble guy. He deserves, all his success.

  • @magnusbestest
    @magnusbestest 9 месяцев назад +1

    Rafa Martinez, what a beautiful person you are, you have my huge respect -that humility and goodness in you is just great.

  • @OnlineMarksmanAS
    @OnlineMarksmanAS Год назад +63

    What a guy! Wish him the same happiness that he's distributing to his loved ones. Very few have the sense that money is a means to better experiences, not a store of value that you're unable to use for your entire life.

    • @calisongbird
      @calisongbird Год назад

      RAFA MARTINEZ IS CONTRIBUTING TO THE RAPID DESTRUCTION OF OUR PLANET. He's investing in NATURAL GAS... Natural gas is not renewable energy. Renewable energy sources, by definition, come from naturally recurrent, auto-replenishing processes, and gas is a fossil energy source that will not be replenished in our lifetimes or indeed many, many human lifetimes. The main compound of natural gas, methane, is a strong greenhouse gas contributing to 3% of all greenhouse gas emissions in the United States, for perspective.
      Also, the processes associated with natural gas sourcing and drilling are environmentally problematic. When geologists seek out natural gas deposits on land, their vehicles frequently upset area vegetation. Air pollution and community disturbances are direct outgrowths of well drilling operations, and natural gas production can result in contaminated water that has to be carefully managed.
      Sometimes natural gas is produced but has a high concentration of toxic hydrogen sulfide or other problems deeming it unsuitable for transport or sale. In these cases, natural gas is burned or “flared” at well sites, producing CO2 and many other compounds. Still, CO2 is not as potent a greenhouse gas as methane, making flaring marginally better than releasing natural gas into the air.

  • @internetmarketerbr1800
    @internetmarketerbr1800 Год назад +47

    From the thumbnail thought it was Alex Hormozi 😂😂😂

  • @jasonbollman
    @jasonbollman Год назад +8

    I really respect Rafa and what he's done. I was tearing up listening to his story. Thanks for sharing.

    • @calisongbird
      @calisongbird Год назад

      RAFA MARTINEZ IS CONTRIBUTING TO THE RAPID DESTRUCTION OF OUR PLANET. He's investing in NATURAL GAS... Natural gas is not renewable energy. Renewable energy sources, by definition, come from naturally recurrent, auto-replenishing processes, and gas is a fossil energy source that will not be replenished in our lifetimes or indeed many, many human lifetimes. The main compound of natural gas, methane, is a strong greenhouse gas contributing to 3% of all greenhouse gas emissions in the United States, for perspective.
      Also, the processes associated with natural gas sourcing and drilling are environmentally problematic. When geologists seek out natural gas deposits on land, their vehicles frequently upset area vegetation. Air pollution and community disturbances are direct outgrowths of well drilling operations, and natural gas production can result in contaminated water that has to be carefully managed.
      Sometimes natural gas is produced but has a high concentration of toxic hydrogen sulfide or other problems deeming it unsuitable for transport or sale. In these cases, natural gas is burned or “flared” at well sites, producing CO2 and many other compounds. Still, CO2 is not as potent a greenhouse gas as methane, making flaring marginally better than releasing natural gas into the air.

  • @mmallow6481
    @mmallow6481 3 месяца назад +1

    This is my favorite video of yours! He is humble and knows he is blessed. I also believe the reason he is not stressed is because he has had nothing. That is a big lesson.

  • @richch1983
    @richch1983 Год назад +17

    I am Salvadorean as well, and I am also climbing the ladder as an entrepreneur.
    I love how humble he is, and I share the same experiences leaving in El Salvador under flying bullets in the war as a kid.
    God bless you and keep you fulfilling your purpose.
    You are an inspiration for us.
    Like Napoleon Hills said:
    " Whatever the mind of a man can conceive, and believe, it can achieve."

    • @Moedrohead
      @Moedrohead Год назад

      salvadrean whats that? you mean salvadorian haha

    • @richch1983
      @richch1983 Год назад +6

      @@Moedrohead FYI You can say Salvadoran, Salvadorian, or Salvadorean in English. Be nice, and you also write it wrong, "salvadrean..." However it is you got the point. Peace and have a bless day.

    • @XxAlex530xX
      @XxAlex530xX Год назад +1

      @@richch1983same here brother except I was born in California to parents who at the time left to the United States to seek refuge and I then I was born in 1996. They told me stories of how they almost were forced to go into war but thanks to God they managed to make it to the United States. I appreciate them and I want to give back to them for everything they did for me

    • @richch1983
      @richch1983 Год назад

      @XxAlex530xX You will.
      Make it happen, everything is possible when the man is ready to overpass any circumstances until he achieves what he wants.

  • @raymanmufasa
    @raymanmufasa Год назад +3

    This guy is such a genuine down to earth and humble entrepreneur, really enjoyed this. He deserves it all such a good soul!

  • @arigutman
    @arigutman Год назад +6

    A beautiful rags to riches story and moreover a very strong message. Thank you, Noah, for sharing this!

  • @batatasol8540
    @batatasol8540 Год назад +2

    Man Rafa story I can relate to it. Man tears come to my eyes just hear his story and how he now treat his family and friends well. Best interview I've seen on this podcast

  • @stonedbunny5721
    @stonedbunny5721 Год назад +3

    Rafa Martinez was so direct. I learned a lot from this video, including focus what you're good at. (I need to stop trying to be good at everything and focus on what gives me the best benefits)

  • @jaimemint405
    @jaimemint405 10 месяцев назад +1

    Rafa deserved the success, his story is mind-blowing, thanks for this very human and emotional interview of an "NG High Roller"

  • @hedgefundguy
    @hedgefundguy Год назад +26

    Amazing guy who truly appreciates the sacrifices that his parents made for him. Good luck to you, Rafa.

  • @investiravecplaisir
    @investiravecplaisir Год назад +32

    Man, Rafa's words hit you right in the feels, just pure rawness from the heart! ❤

  • @Jake-be9ji
    @Jake-be9ji 3 месяца назад +1

    I would imagine the reason that he doesn’t stress about losing money is because he comes from nothing and knows it’s not the end of the world losing everything

  • @schlussmitschiss
    @schlussmitschiss Год назад +4

    What a great guest. I am deeply impressed by his achievements and his courage to show up and be vulnerable. Respect.

  • @AlvaroALorite
    @AlvaroALorite 11 месяцев назад +3

    Not feeling motions (such as stress) is a common trait of psychopathy (btw, individuals diagnosed with psychopathy are not necessarily bad people or criminals. In fact, in some areas, it's adventagous to be this way).

  • @pascualcaraballo1737
    @pascualcaraballo1737 6 месяцев назад +174

    I remember when I just got into crypto back in 2019 but later in 2020 I ended up selling it because I was dumb and I didn't understand it. I studied and learned and now I know how it works. Got back into crypto early in 2023 with 10k and I’m up with 128k in a short period of time . I was able to build a business from my returns 💚

    • @adamjerome5
      @adamjerome5 6 месяцев назад +1

      I'm new to cryptocurrency and don't understand how it really works. how Can someone know the right approach to investing and making good profits from cryptocurrency investments?

    • @pascualcaraballo1737
      @pascualcaraballo1737 6 месяцев назад +2

      As a beginner investor, it’s essential for you to have a mentor to keep you accountable. Myself, I’m guided by Alex Gomez. A widely known crypto consultant

    • @tracyquartieri2
      @tracyquartieri2 6 месяцев назад

      I've come across this name before, is he really reliable?

    • @leslidinnocenzo5711
      @leslidinnocenzo5711 6 месяцев назад +2

      yeah 💯 Alex was my hope during the 'bear summer' last year. I did so many mistakes but also learned so much from it, and of course from Alex Gomez. He is my number one source when it comes to crypto and TA.

    • @LorentzBergqvist-dg7md
      @LorentzBergqvist-dg7md 6 месяцев назад +1

      I started working with Alex back in June, and my financial goals have never been clearer. It’s like having a strategic partner for my money with a solid track record.

  • @D19944
    @D19944 Год назад +2

    Hes a real one. Respect, can hear the pain in his voice

  • @ElPatoification
    @ElPatoification Год назад +5

    This dude is amazing; it's so nice to see good, deserving people succeeding in this world. Good on you man.

  • @Madmun357
    @Madmun357 Год назад +8

    After a lackluster career in environmental consulting I went to UH to get my MBA to try to get into trading. I figured the richest people I had met were traders. It's a tough group to get into and I never got my shot. Such is life.
    Great interview. Rafa is one of the kind of guys who makes Houston a great place to live.

    • @ban80
      @ban80 Год назад +1

      Did you succeed in getting your MBA?

    • @antoniobashlor
      @antoniobashlor Год назад

      ruclips.net/video/fZe94WAXDEY/видео.html

    • @gergomi7289
      @gergomi7289 Год назад

      Easy money over.

  • @OGcannabisGrow
    @OGcannabisGrow Год назад +4

    As a Mexican. I understand some of his struggles. This is the definition of the American dream.

  • @marcorocha3101
    @marcorocha3101 Год назад +2

    rafa has some values , been listning to a lot of guys with money , he was the best one

  • @degenviking6068
    @degenviking6068 Год назад +5

    One of the best interviews done by uncle Noah. Rafa is such a humble chill guy. Wish him all the best.

  • @mojomattx
    @mojomattx Год назад +48

    Props to Rafa for everything, from his personality to his achievements.

    • @blainreinkensmeyer3764
      @blainreinkensmeyer3764 Год назад

      Awesome he achieved a lot and even more awesome he’s done that through Elon Musk and Michael Saylor

    • @calisongbird
      @calisongbird Год назад

      @@blainreinkensmeyer3764 RAFA MARTINEZ IS CONTRIBUTING TO THE RAPID DESTRUCTION OF OUR PLANET. He's investing in NATURAL GAS... Natural gas is not renewable energy. Renewable energy sources, by definition, come from naturally recurrent, auto-replenishing processes, and gas is a fossil energy source that will not be replenished in our lifetimes or indeed many, many human lifetimes. The main compound of natural gas, methane, is a strong greenhouse gas contributing to 3% of all greenhouse gas emissions in the United States, for perspective.
      Also, the processes associated with natural gas sourcing and drilling are environmentally problematic. When geologists seek out natural gas deposits on land, their vehicles frequently upset area vegetation. Air pollution and community disturbances are direct outgrowths of well drilling operations, and natural gas production can result in contaminated water that has to be carefully managed.
      Sometimes natural gas is produced but has a high concentration of toxic hydrogen sulfide or other problems deeming it unsuitable for transport or sale. In these cases, natural gas is burned or “flared” at well sites, producing CO2 and many other compounds. Still, CO2 is not as potent a greenhouse gas as methane, making flaring marginally better than releasing natural gas into the air.

    • @antoniobashlor
      @antoniobashlor Год назад

      ruclips.net/video/fZe94WAXDEY/видео.html

  • @VaporWaveVirgo
    @VaporWaveVirgo Год назад +83

    I'm so grateful to have stumbled upon your video and hearing Rafa's story. Currently in my mid twenties and I've hit the lowest point financially in my life. But I already know that the only way from here is up and it will get better, as long as I put the effort towards it. Videos like this can really help to change a persons mindset and help them find the motivation they need to change their own future for the better. Again, thanks for the great video!

    • @4xfun563
      @4xfun563 Год назад +2

      You got this 💪🏾

    • @blainreinkensmeyer3764
      @blainreinkensmeyer3764 Год назад +2

      He once talked about Elon musk investing through MSTR, heard that?

    • @drewcrank6929
      @drewcrank6929 Год назад +2

      You got this, i recently took a turn for the worse - was doing extremely well, making great money and my job gave us a 70% paycut. Lost everything basically and had to start over. The only way is up my friend

    • @dinopulgarin2530
      @dinopulgarin2530 Год назад +1

      i'd love to hear what lowest point in your twenty's was or is

    • @canadude6401
      @canadude6401 Год назад +3

      many in their twenties are in the lowest financial point in their life. You are in the perfect position to follow your dream. Much much tougher when you are in your 40's with a mortgage, wife and kids. Do it now!

  • @EmilyGloeggler7984
    @EmilyGloeggler7984 10 месяцев назад +1

    I learned the hard way the opposite way that doing what you are good at but miserable in backfires on you. I am happier learning to do better at what is interesting and worthwhile.

  • @ryanmuriithi6114
    @ryanmuriithi6114 Год назад +3

    Another Bomb interview, Defo one of the best on the channel. Shout out to Rafa.

    • @noahkagan
      @noahkagan  Год назад

      Thanks ryan. Agreed. Rafa is legendary

  • @goohee22
    @goohee22 Год назад +2

    This guy is the best interview I've ever seen. What a great life story too.

  • @willl7134
    @willl7134 Год назад +11

    Rafa, straight up inspiration & such a truly humble man. Thank you for the time doing this interview and sharing with us all. Respect.

  • @schubertcatch1431
    @schubertcatch1431 Год назад +1

    Love this guy, how raw and emotionally real is this dude.

  • @Fuhnance
    @Fuhnance Год назад +5

    Energy trading is insanely competitive. These days, without an ivy league degree and/or connections it's borderline impossible and without a firm you're stuck directionally trading.

    • @dac8939
      @dac8939 Год назад

      Not that hard. Any good college in math, economics, Finance etc with good GPA and competitive character will do well

  • @AdrianBoisclair
    @AdrianBoisclair Год назад +1

    Bro… this hit me.. thanks for sharing your story man. Proud to have you here in this world brother.

  • @ren7ee
    @ren7ee 4 месяца назад +10

    None of the people you see in these videos got rich from watching someone's video and purchasing a course. NONE.

    • @just2view874
      @just2view874 3 месяца назад +1

      It's a pattern I've also recognized

  • @StarStacker-hf3iz
    @StarStacker-hf3iz Год назад

    He is so real and loves his family. So down to earth understands material items are nice but family is everything.

  • @Luxury_la
    @Luxury_la Год назад +4

    I like your form of interviews it feels a bit different from traditional boring podcasts

  • @vishalanand8419
    @vishalanand8419 9 месяцев назад

    I sincerely enjoyed this interview. Rafa is such a genuine and true to the heart person and has done exceptionally well in his life and values his humble beginnings. Kudos to you Rafa

  • @adrianboysel
    @adrianboysel Год назад +16

    I can relate to his story. Struggling to survive makes you an amazing entrepreneur, well done Rafa! 👏

    • @hugoanzola7926
      @hugoanzola7926 Год назад +2

      Yes, as long as you don't show desperation to potential clients/opportunities.

  • @cavallorojo
    @cavallorojo Год назад +1

    Rafa seems so Bada$$. Literally one of the only people I genuinely would love to learn from.

  • @toswabash
    @toswabash Год назад +5

    This should give hope to anybody going through hard times. Rafa worked his ass off to become who he is and he seems like he will never take that for granted. We need more people like Rafa! This was a very refreshing interview, thank you.

    • @calisongbird
      @calisongbird Год назад

      RAFA MARTINEZ IS CONTRIBUTING TO THE RAPID DESTRUCTION OF OUR PLANET. He's investing in NATURAL GAS... Natural gas is not renewable energy. Renewable energy sources, by definition, come from naturally recurrent, auto-replenishing processes, and gas is a fossil energy source that will not be replenished in our lifetimes or indeed many, many human lifetimes. The main compound of natural gas, methane, is a strong greenhouse gas contributing to 3% of all greenhouse gas emissions in the United States, for perspective.
      Also, the processes associated with natural gas sourcing and drilling are environmentally problematic. When geologists seek out natural gas deposits on land, their vehicles frequently upset area vegetation. Air pollution and community disturbances are direct outgrowths of well drilling operations, and natural gas production can result in contaminated water that has to be carefully managed.
      Sometimes natural gas is produced but has a high concentration of toxic hydrogen sulfide or other problems deeming it unsuitable for transport or sale. In these cases, natural gas is burned or “flared” at well sites, producing CO2 and many other compounds. Still, CO2 is not as potent a greenhouse gas as methane, making flaring marginally better than releasing natural gas into the air.

    • @antoniobashlor
      @antoniobashlor Год назад

      ruclips.net/video/fZe94WAXDEY/видео.html

  • @justinkruger8787
    @justinkruger8787 7 месяцев назад

    WOW!
    What a humble guy.
    You usually see these multimilionares/ billionaires being so full of themselves and see all people as beneath them and as a working unit.
    This is guy is really something else.

  • @asyraaafs
    @asyraaafs Год назад +3

    Thank you for making this video and introduced me to Rafa.
    He's such a humble and down to earth person despite having everything at his fingertips. He's so generous and I cannot sense a single cockiness moment during the interview. From this day, he's now one of successful persons that I look up to. I'm doing trading now and very well have deep interest in cars and racing, I can find some similarities here and there. Now for me, to work hard and smart and make my dreams become a reality, and give back to communities and loved ones -- just like Rafa does.
    Thank you Noah and Rafa. Appreciate your sharing

  • @lunang8864
    @lunang8864 Год назад

    This guy is rare, his honesty and generosity and humility. A true decent men

  • @LeadGebLabs
    @LeadGebLabs Год назад +6

    Loved this interview. Raw and emotional! Amazing story and just a genuine nice guy who has created his own success. 🙌

  • @jl.c.8673
    @jl.c.8673 Год назад +2

    Very nice guy. People like him deserve that success.
    Another good one Noah.

  • @Vipersrule
    @Vipersrule Год назад +23

    Interestingly this is the second guest that's become extremely wealthy by trading energy on the markets.

    • @bszphoto
      @bszphoto Год назад +2

      Haha starting to see a pattern here

    • @bradtrades
      @bradtrades Год назад +4

      Makes sense actually, Noah lives in Texas, probably the biggest state for that.

    • @StartupsBanking-uc7fs
      @StartupsBanking-uc7fs Год назад +1

      @itjustaname then how this gentleman or the earlier one made by not being part of energy firm in latr part of their life into it if retail traders r not allowed

  • @CarlosHernandez-pq3rg
    @CarlosHernandez-pq3rg Год назад +1

    He sounds so freaking smart , knowledgeable BUT HUMBLE at the same time . Respect nothing but respect

  • @JohnOliverBradley
    @JohnOliverBradley 9 месяцев назад

    Man, Rafa's words hit you right in the feels, just pure rawness from the heart!

  • @holleyjomartinez4009
    @holleyjomartinez4009 Год назад +38

    Your story is so heart wrenching, yet motivating. My husbands family migrated from Nicaragua back in the 40’s. He has stories similar to yours, of the struggles of his parents in this new land. They persevered and achieved their dream of a home, employment, freedom of religion, etc. Huge Kudos to your parents for their determination and bravery - and to you as well! It’s a beautiful story. (We could be related, who knows!) Thank you for sharing.

    • @blainreinkensmeyer3764
      @blainreinkensmeyer3764 Год назад

      He once talked about Elon musk investing through MSTR, heard that?

    • @canadude6401
      @canadude6401 Год назад

      Gary Vee talks a lot about the "gift" of growing up poor as a child of immigrants. It forces a "hustle" mentality for the family and the kids learn it too (work hard or don't eat). I grew up in a typical middle class white family and if I am being honest, I feel comfortable, but complacent and hard to stay motivated. Don't get me wrong, I don't wish my family was poor, but I wish I had an inherited "hustle" in my blood. Some sort of survival mechanism engrained so I would work tremendously hard, and not coast through life.

    • @blainreinkensmeyer3764
      @blainreinkensmeyer3764 Год назад

      @@canadude6401 ohh must have been quite tough growing up for you

  • @GalesTales
    @GalesTales 4 месяца назад

    Wow, Rafa actually sounds like quite a cool down to earth guy. We are privileged to be where we're at. I will think how to not take this for granted. Thank you Rafa. Steel brain!

  • @johnathanreigard512
    @johnathanreigard512 Год назад +6

    Wow great interview! I had a boss that was from El Salvador and he had a full time job at a prison and a landscaping and construction business he wasn’t a millionaire but dude was an animal! Definitely reminds me a lot of this guy cool as hell just couldn’t speak English very well at all but laughed all the time!

  • @daleontong3517
    @daleontong3517 Год назад +1

    it's your good heart that brings you success !! your need to share is your driving force !!

  • @Doveamvs
    @Doveamvs Год назад +5

    amazing episode. Rafa is very relateable and down to earth dude imo.

  • @alphaditto
    @alphaditto Год назад

    What a refreshing attitude this guy has. Best interview ever.

  • @ssunkite1
    @ssunkite1 Год назад +3

    Respect and humbleness. Thanks for this fine upload.

  • @alwaysbeclosing6790
    @alwaysbeclosing6790 Год назад +1

    I thought Rafa was Chum Lee at first. I am so glad I clicked through and watched this awesome interview. THANK YOU RAFA

  • @intelignet
    @intelignet Год назад +4

    Wow first 10 seconds I was like "what happened to Alex Hormozi? why does he sound like this"

    • @samricher
      @samricher Год назад

      You got chubby too😂

  • @kristianballesteros9720
    @kristianballesteros9720 Год назад

    Rafa is my hero with regards to trading natural gas. He is the one who inspired me.

  • @canadude6401
    @canadude6401 Год назад +19

    I've heard this question answering "becoming a millionaire advice" many many times, but Rafa nailed it so well. 42:22
    It's so true, I just love to see people in their element....super passionate about their work... its intoxicating. Almost all of them are either very happy, rich or sometimes both doing happy and rich doing that work.
    A person who is creative and arty should NEVER get a job working with numbers. Not only does it crush your soul, you will never earn a million dollars like the next person who loves working with numbers. Likewise, a person great at numbers shouldn't try to be the next Picasso.

    • @LuckyCharms777
      @LuckyCharms777 Год назад

      I don’t know, it seems to have worked for Hunter Biden.

    • @GZ96V
      @GZ96V 10 месяцев назад

      Thank you I feel a lot of people don’t understand this. You can teach yourself anything in this life but there’s always that one thing you’re just naturally attracted to be good at

  • @kikilani
    @kikilani Год назад +2

    I love to hear the memories of a child/childhood. What drives us to do for others ALWAYS touches me. Maybe because of the vulnerability it takes to bring up those memories & the strength it takes to pull it off. The innocence is still there and it's beautifully touching. 💖

  • @Lulushef
    @Lulushef Год назад +4

    Hope he is using his money to help his people back in El Salvador. 🙏🏼

  • @michaelscarn4133
    @michaelscarn4133 Год назад +1

    Huge respect to this dude, this is what real entrepreneurs look like, rags to riches

  • @andre_lug
    @andre_lug Год назад +5

    Wow, Rafa is an amazing guy! Never heard of him before, but I'm already a fan

  • @jaxexteriorcleaning4102
    @jaxexteriorcleaning4102 Год назад +1

    This dude is the truth! He is as laid back as they come! Good for you and your fam. I own a business and I trade options a lot what he is saying he so true and relates to what we do!

  • @jayboi7565
    @jayboi7565 Год назад +21

    Videos like this make me think bigger and keep my hopes up. Whether I am ever as rich as this man or even remotely close, I feel like there’s more out there for me coming from a similar background

    • @alechamid235
      @alechamid235 Год назад +4

      Good thinking, but don't just hope. Find your niche, and what your good at early in life, then act on it.

    • @trevorjohnston3206
      @trevorjohnston3206 Год назад +1

      Yes let’s get it brother!! Freaking rights to be on that grind. Love to see it and follow your journey. 👊

    • @Mrgamezombie1
      @Mrgamezombie1 Год назад +3

      you got this shrek

    • @calisongbird
      @calisongbird Год назад

      RAFA MARTINEZ IS CONTRIBUTING TO THE RAPID DESTRUCTION OF OUR PLANET. He's investing in NATURAL GAS... Natural gas is not renewable energy. Renewable energy sources, by definition, come from naturally recurrent, auto-replenishing processes, and gas is a fossil energy source that will not be replenished in our lifetimes or indeed many, many human lifetimes. The main compound of natural gas, methane, is a strong greenhouse gas contributing to 3% of all greenhouse gas emissions in the United States, for perspective.
      Also, the processes associated with natural gas sourcing and drilling are environmentally problematic. When geologists seek out natural gas deposits on land, their vehicles frequently upset area vegetation. Air pollution and community disturbances are direct outgrowths of well drilling operations, and natural gas production can result in contaminated water that has to be carefully managed.
      Sometimes natural gas is produced but has a high concentration of toxic hydrogen sulfide or other problems deeming it unsuitable for transport or sale. In these cases, natural gas is burned or “flared” at well sites, producing CO2 and many other compounds. Still, CO2 is not as potent a greenhouse gas as methane, making flaring marginally better than releasing natural gas into the air.

  • @jf8085
    @jf8085 Год назад +1

    What a nice guy, he should be an inspiration to anyone watching this interview

  • @LaithWallace
    @LaithWallace Год назад +7

    This was an amazing interview. Respect for putting this together. More content like this is valuable.
    Rafa is an inspirational guy

    • @calisongbird
      @calisongbird Год назад

      RAFA MARTINEZ IS CONTRIBUTING TO THE RAPID DESTRUCTION OF OUR PLANET. He's investing in NATURAL GAS... Natural gas is not renewable energy. Renewable energy sources, by definition, come from naturally recurrent, auto-replenishing processes, and gas is a fossil energy source that will not be replenished in our lifetimes or indeed many, many human lifetimes. The main compound of natural gas, methane, is a strong greenhouse gas contributing to 3% of all greenhouse gas emissions in the United States, for perspective.
      Also, the processes associated with natural gas sourcing and drilling are environmentally problematic. When geologists seek out natural gas deposits on land, their vehicles frequently upset area vegetation. Air pollution and community disturbances are direct outgrowths of well drilling operations, and natural gas production can result in contaminated water that has to be carefully managed.
      Sometimes natural gas is produced but has a high concentration of toxic hydrogen sulfide or other problems deeming it unsuitable for transport or sale. In these cases, natural gas is burned or “flared” at well sites, producing CO2 and many other compounds. Still, CO2 is not as potent a greenhouse gas as methane, making flaring marginally better than releasing natural gas into the air.

  • @samanthabriden6310
    @samanthabriden6310 7 месяцев назад

    Absolutely loved this interview. More than anything, his attitude towards life is truly admirable.

  • @donnieearlharrisjr5941
    @donnieearlharrisjr5941 Год назад +3

    This guy is amazing! Very humble!

  • @19Benn77
    @19Benn77 Год назад

    Rafa has a HEART of GOLD. He's BLESSED, PERIOD!!!

  • @DreamweaverShade-h9p
    @DreamweaverShade-h9p Год назад +135

    I'm having a bad year; TSLA is down by $40k, ALLP is down by $35k, Draft Kings is down by $6k, NIO is down by $15K, ABML is down by $8K, and my husband is unaware. I'm only clinging to Jim Cramer's advice regarding opportunities during erratic market conditions in the hopes that I can either wait for a recovery or choose profitable investments to make up for my loss.

    • @MakeamericaGreatagain-h7j
      @MakeamericaGreatagain-h7j Год назад +1

      @@Tsunaniis-j5l Not at all. I have an Expert FA lead, she also monitors my portfolio performance while i mirror her trade which has made me jaw dropping $480k from just the past two quarters alone.I have finally learned how and why experienced traders make enormous returns from the seemingly unknown market. I must say it's the boldest decision I've taken since recently.

    • @devereauxjnr
      @devereauxjnr Год назад +2

      @@MakeamericaGreatagain-h7j We’re only just an information away from amassing wealth, I know a lot of folks that made fortunes from the Dotcom crash as well as the 08’ crash and I’ve been looking into similar opportunities in this present market, could this coach that guides you help?

    • @MakeamericaGreatagain-h7j
      @MakeamericaGreatagain-h7j Год назад +4

      @@devereauxjnr My Financial Advisor is NICOLE DESIREE SIMON. I found her on a CNBC interview where she was featured and reached out to her afterwards. She has since provide entry and exit points on the securities I focus on. You can run a quick online research with her name if you care for supervision. I basically follow her market moves and haven’t regretted doing so.

    • @devereauxjnr
      @devereauxjnr Год назад

      @@MakeamericaGreatagain-h7j She appears to be a true authority in her profession. I looked her up online and found her website, which I browsed and went through to learn more about her credentials, academic background, and career. She owes me a fiduciary duty to act in my best interests. I set up an appointment to use her services.

    • @ranjithpowell6791
      @ranjithpowell6791 Год назад

      Stick with Tesla

  • @brunoaziza
    @brunoaziza 9 месяцев назад

    What a great interview. Rafa's family should be proud of him. Super strong individual and what a journey. Thank you!

  • @Jojoma449
    @Jojoma449 Год назад +6

    He didn’t ask an important question : the story how he got a job trading

    • @mistertexaz
      @mistertexaz Год назад +2

      Yeah I was thinking the same thing

  • @jcraig423
    @jcraig423 Год назад +1

    Really enjoyed this one! Rafa seems like a genuine, down-to-earth dude.

  • @geoffpopadiuk9809
    @geoffpopadiuk9809 Год назад +38

    Fantastic interview Noah. Rafa impresses me in many ways. As a teacher, I love his message to find what you are good at, and that also that kids should, whenever possible, earn the things they are fortunate to have. Keep up the great work!

    • @alterego157
      @alterego157 Год назад +1

      You're not good at anything when you start. We're all born clueless. It takes us a while just to learn not to shit and piss right where we stand. My advice to kids is you can learn anything, and you can become good at just about anything. If you're struggling with learning, you just need a better learning method or a better teacher. This is not a jab at you. just speaking from personal experience. Teaching is an art on its own, highly undervalued. Unfortunately.

  • @mauriceguiheen7181
    @mauriceguiheen7181 5 месяцев назад +1

    This is my real name and story Maurice Guiheen I have been very impressed with you story I am very proud of you proud to hear you hear from you.

  • @nas0075
    @nas0075 Год назад +13

    I can relate to Rafa. I was a migrant to the US as a little kid as well, thank god not due to war. But I remember at our elementary school in NJ there were kids that came that were refugees from El Salvador. I remember this one girl named Maria that was put in my class. She used to cry all the time. Her parents sent her to live with friends that were in the US. I felt so bad for her. I was the only one she spoke to as we both spoke Spanish. I remember that there used to be a name, that I cant remember now, for these refugee kids. His story is amazing. How you can come from war, leave everything behind then succeed, truly inspiring.

    • @richch1983
      @richch1983 Год назад

      Thanks for sharing.

    • @antoniobashlor
      @antoniobashlor Год назад

      ruclips.net/video/fZe94WAXDEY/видео.html

  • @Kim-yl7yg
    @Kim-yl7yg Год назад +1

    Rafa has brass balls ! Traders go through extreme stress.He is also, very humble.

  • @sublimestudi000
    @sublimestudi000 Год назад +3

    what an incredible story - almost hard to believe his story

  • @Black_Jesus3005
    @Black_Jesus3005 Год назад

    Rafa seems like a chill guy. This was a great conversation. Thanks

  • @RA-pv8br
    @RA-pv8br Год назад +3

    Awesome interview! Really stoked humans like you exist, Rafa!

  • @xaviercarrillo3088
    @xaviercarrillo3088 Год назад +1

    great video! do you have this one in Spanish? I want to share it with my mother, very proud of Rafa and think he knows that El Salvador is in a much better situation right now! he is my new role model proud to be a Salvadoreño Americano god bless you both thank you.