I Lost Everything… Then Made $180m in 6 Months
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Rafa Martinez has made hundreds of millions of dollars trading natural commodities and he's well on his way to becoming a billionaire.
But life wasn't always that rosy for him. His family emigrated from El Salvador to the US to escape a civil war when he was just 12 years old and he grew up poor.
In this interview Rafa shares his crazy rags to riches story as well as some of his biggest ups and downs.
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⏲️ Timestamps:
00:00 - Intro
01:30 - Rafa’s story in 30 seconds
02:13 - War in El Salvador
02:48 - Rafa’s childhood in El Salvador
05:00 - Rafa's dreams as a kid
05:53 - Moving to the US from El Salvador
06:46 - Rafa's reflections on how far he's made it
08:41 - Perspectives on being an immigrant
10:57 - Monthly1K course promo
11:28 - Rafa’s first million trading natural gas
17:29 - Rafa’s worst loss and best win
22:03 - Rafa’s philosophy on energy trading
23:45 - Does Rafa recommend energy trading for others?
28:00 - Rafa doesn't feel stress
29:00 - Rafa’s other investments
33:11 - How Rafa enjoys his money
35:07 - Rafa's car collection
36:08 - Rafa shares his supercars with others
38:24 - What if Rafa's family hadn’t moved to the US?
39:13 - What the American Dream means to Rafa
42:22 - Advice to make a million dollars
45:03 - Rafa’s regrets
46:49 - Lessons for Rafa’s children
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Rafa has a rare balance of supreme confidence and humility. One of your best interviews, Noah. Much appreciated.
@robertmueller8594
10 ай бұрын
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
8 ай бұрын
@@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
8 ай бұрын
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Thank goodness you brought this up! Truly, investing has changed my perspective on how one can succeed in life; working multiple jobs isn't the optimal way to attain financial freedom and unfortunately, we discover this later in life. Currently earn as much as 10 grand weekly and this has improved my financial life. Great piece!…
@user-ih6wr9us5h
29 күн бұрын
Do you mind sharing info on the adviser who assisted you? I'm 39 now and would love to grow my portfolio and plan my retirement
@user-tk4gd2jl1w
29 күн бұрын
She’s OLIVIA SULLIVAN FINANCIALS
@user-em3qv2nd7b
29 күн бұрын
I'm definitely gonna check her out. Do yo have any idea if she manages family fund?
@aphidetjaon6703
29 күн бұрын
She's definitely going to help you. All you have to do is look up her full name and reach out to her
@user-mu2hr1by3g
29 күн бұрын
Getting Olivia Sullivan to help me really helped me clear all my debts. I started with what I have left and it's been the best decision I ever made
@noahkagan thanks for having me and sharing my story! And appreciate everyone’s comments 🙏
@hydrojedi
11 ай бұрын
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
11 ай бұрын
God bless you Rafa!
@Finance_Education
11 ай бұрын
@Rafa you are a great men bro. Thanks for sharing your story!
@curryphoenix
11 ай бұрын
Blessings to you, sir. Great story, perspective and balance.
@nvgdo
11 ай бұрын
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 🙏🏾
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
10 ай бұрын
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
10 ай бұрын
@@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
10 ай бұрын
@@IrenaDolinsek Fantastic! can u share more details?
@IrenaDolinsek
10 ай бұрын
@@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
10 ай бұрын
@@IrenaDolinsek Those scammers are getting better
1. He has skill 2. He has experience 3. Lazer psychology Bro is the deal
@chazlon5061
11 ай бұрын
Bro?
@9balls.
11 ай бұрын
@@chazlon5061 Mr is the deal or sir, he's a guy dude what should I say
@takezoedits
11 ай бұрын
you forgot to mention humble as well even tho that goes hand to hand with psychology
@9balls.
11 ай бұрын
@@takezoedits that is correct sergeant major
@alexanderbutmanov8751
11 ай бұрын
awesome
I love Noah's interview style. He always asks open questions and is letting the guest talk without interrupting. Keep on going Noah.
@antoniobashlor
8 ай бұрын
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@donttellmejustlisten4598
5 ай бұрын
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.
Rafa is super hard working, biz visionary, non conformist, compassionate, emotional and just awesome! Thanks for this episode, Noah! Loved watching it.
@worldview2134
11 ай бұрын
You can’t dress like that and be rich
@shivinunitholi2493
11 ай бұрын
@@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
11 ай бұрын
@@shivinunitholi2493 - yes
@shivinunitholi2493
11 ай бұрын
@@worldview2134 Yes as in what?
@robertmueller8594
10 ай бұрын
@@worldview2134 he can afford just to be himself - does not have to prove anything / show off to other people
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
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.
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 👍
Making money is not the same as keeping it there is a reason why investments aren't well taught in schools, the examples you gave are well stationed, the market crisis gave me my first millions, people shy away from hard times, I embrace them.. well at least my advisor does lol.
@leojack9090
9 ай бұрын
Investors should be cautious about their exposure and be wary of new buys, especially during inflation. Such high yields in this recession is only possible under the supervision of a professional or trusted advisor.
@TomD226
9 ай бұрын
Not at all, having monitor edge my portfolio performance which has made a jaw dropping $473k from just the past two quarters alone, I have learned why experienced traders make enormous returns from the seemingly unknown market. I must say it's the boldest decision I've taken since recently.
@lowcostfresh2266
9 ай бұрын
@@TomD226 Please pardon me, who guides you on the process of it all?
@TomD226
9 ай бұрын
@@lowcostfresh2266 Laurel Dell Sroufe is my adviser and she is highly qualified and experienced in the financial market. She has extensive knowledge of portfolio diversity and is considered an expert in the field. I recommend researching her credentials further. She has many years of experience and is a valuable resource for anyone looking to navigate the financial market.
@fadhshf
9 ай бұрын
@@lowcostfresh2266Found her, I wrote her an email and scheduled a call, hopefully she responds, I plan to start the year on a woodnote financially.
Rafael is a rare gem. His humility and generosity are amazing!
@blainreinkensmeyer3764
10 ай бұрын
He once talked about Elon musk investing through MSTR, heard that?
Noah is a great interviewer. Let the guest talk and talk, camera pointed straight at the guest face. Just great.
Rafa is carrying a lot of pain, very relatable. God bless brother.
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
11 ай бұрын
Yeah that's how they get you. Tap into your emotions
@TzUuup
10 ай бұрын
@@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
10 ай бұрын
@@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
8 ай бұрын
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
3 ай бұрын
@@TzUuupalright bro fuck the sob story bullshit that shit is corny put in pain
A beautiful rags to riches story and moreover a very strong message. Thank you, Noah, for sharing this!
Man, Rafa's words hit you right in the feels, just pure rawness from the heart! ❤
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
11 ай бұрын
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
11 ай бұрын
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
11 ай бұрын
@@STELLASCUTENESS he won't continue obviously lol...180m cashed in and will go live a good life
@antoniobashlor
8 ай бұрын
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amazing episode. Rafa is very relateable and down to earth dude imo.
What a great guest. I am deeply impressed by his achievements and his courage to show up and be vulnerable. Respect.
What a guy to meet at the track! Thanks for following up with him 👏🏻
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
5 ай бұрын
I needed to hear this, god bless
What a kind humble guy. He deserves, all his success.
Awesome story and content! Not cool to replace his brand with a lambo logo on his cap in the thumbnail though. Appreciate that all the links are in the description.
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
Rafa, straight up inspiration & such a truly humble man. Thank you for the time doing this interview and sharing with us all. Respect.
Great interview! Appreciate Rafa for sharing his valuable life learnings and perspectives. Thank you uncle Noah.
This is my favorite interview you have done. This was so interesting and genuine! Thank you Noah and Rafa 🙂❤👏👏👏
This dude is amazing; it's so nice to see good, deserving people succeeding in this world. Good on you man.
I really respect Rafa and what he's done. I was tearing up listening to his story. Thanks for sharing.
@calisongbird
8 ай бұрын
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.
This guy is the best interview I've ever seen. What a great life story too.
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. 💖
This guy's story is amazing. Respect.
@ALCRAN2010
11 ай бұрын
This is the second guy I watch that trades energy and hits it wealthy.
@rustycolon9368
11 ай бұрын
@@ALCRAN2010 Is there any actual evidence that this guy made his money from energy trades, or just videos of him claiming he did?
This guy is such a genuine down to earth and humble entrepreneur, really enjoyed this. He deserves it all such a good soul!
Awesome interview. Great job. Thank you to Rafa for the insight and just being real as can be.
You work for 40yrs to have $1M in your retirement, meanwhile some people are putting just $10K in a meme coin from just a few months ago and now they are multimillionaires..,..,
@kelseyeadelmarr6109
3 ай бұрын
I’m celebrating a $30k stock portfolio today. I started this journey with 6k. I have invsted on time and also with the right terms now I have time for my family and the life ahead of me
@clydeorlan2615
3 ай бұрын
Wow, this is really amazing. How do you come about it
@geralyncainglet2626
3 ай бұрын
@@kelseyeadelmarr6109I’m looking for something I can venture into on a short term basis, I have $15k sitting in my savings
@hamidu_-
3 ай бұрын
Assets that can make you rich *FX *Btcoin *Stocks *Gold *Real estate
@aaronferrell3129
3 ай бұрын
You’re right but a lot of people remain poor due to ignorance
Loved this interview. Raw and emotional! Amazing story and just a genuine nice guy who has created his own success. 🙌
@noahkagan
11 ай бұрын
Totally agree
One of the best interviews done by uncle Noah. Rafa is such a humble chill guy. Wish him all the best.
An amazing person. Really enjoyed this one Noah. Great job, Thank you
Bro… this hit me.. thanks for sharing your story man. Proud to have you here in this world brother.
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
11 ай бұрын
You got this 💪🏾
@blainreinkensmeyer3764
11 ай бұрын
He once talked about Elon musk investing through MSTR, heard that?
@drewcrank6929
11 ай бұрын
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
11 ай бұрын
i'd love to hear what lowest point in your twenty's was or is
@canadude6401
10 ай бұрын
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!
Wow, Rafa is an amazing guy! Never heard of him before, but I'm already a fan
RAFA HAS THE BEST ATTITUDE being able to bring friends and family along for the ride is happiness
Excellent interview. I dont comment but this is 100 percent i can relate too. I can relate to this. Lost and found. And even now alot more to enjoy good or bad. Thank u . Best interview ever. Anyone on youtube shud listen to this advice
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
8 ай бұрын
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.
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
11 ай бұрын
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.
These long format videos you're doing are awesome!
Very humbling video thanks so much for sharing the reason this brother is very emotional is because he apreciates what he has.😊
From the thumbnail thought it was Alex Hormozi 😂😂😂
@dmitryr1223
11 ай бұрын
i thought it was chum lee from pawn stars
@A7Lopez
11 ай бұрын
This is Alejandro Jormozi
@jeffreyfine558
11 ай бұрын
Same here
Another Bomb interview, Defo one of the best on the channel. Shout out to Rafa.
@noahkagan
11 ай бұрын
Thanks ryan. Agreed. Rafa is legendary
This is a great interview Noah! Thank you for putting this together. Rafa has an incredible story! - Jack
@calisongbird
8 ай бұрын
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.
Rafa seems like a chill guy. This was a great conversation. Thanks
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!
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)
@NoahKaganprivatemessage
7 ай бұрын
Get in touch!📲
Rafa deserved the success, his story is mind-blowing, thanks for this very human and emotional interview of an "NG High Roller"
Very nice guy. People like him deserve that success. Another good one Noah.
I can relate to his story. Struggling to survive makes you an amazing entrepreneur, well done Rafa! 👏
@hugoanzola7926
11 ай бұрын
Yes, as long as you don't show desperation to potential clients/opportunities.
Awesome interview! Really stoked humans like you exist, Rafa!
Truly inspiring his story. Much appreciation for him!
Good person, We need more people like this. Good on you Rafa
This was an amazing interview. Respect for putting this together. More content like this is valuable. Rafa is an inspirational guy
@calisongbird
8 ай бұрын
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.
I lost everything this last week. Money, career, hobby, credit, ect. All for separate reasons. I'm actually almost impressed by how fast and hard I fell. I hope something like this is around the corner because I feel dead inside.
@ForChrist-gx7te
8 ай бұрын
Best wishes
@bibsma3401
6 ай бұрын
God Bless. Going through it myself.
@lanlan9767
6 ай бұрын
Ya I feel you I did to I bounced back tho don’t give up
@TRINITY-ks6nw
5 ай бұрын
Thinkfromabove One more step One more breath One more
@sergenalishiwa9097
Ай бұрын
How are you doing now? Did you find your way?
What a great interview. Rafa's family should be proud of him. Super strong individual and what a journey. Thank you!
Wow this hits hard especially the no stress part, more valuable to me that the getting more money part! Validated my prior outlook on life! Thanks
I like your form of interviews it feels a bit different from traditional boring podcasts
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
8 ай бұрын
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
8 ай бұрын
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Upmost respect for Rafa, may blessings continue for you & your family. Great interview!!
Respect and humbleness. Thanks for this fine upload.
Props to Rafa for everything, from his personality to his achievements.
@blainreinkensmeyer3764
11 ай бұрын
Awesome he achieved a lot and even more awesome he’s done that through Elon Musk and Michael Saylor
@calisongbird
8 ай бұрын
@@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
8 ай бұрын
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GOD BLESS THIS MAN. SUPER INSPIRED. THANKS FOR SHARING NOAH.
Great interview , great guy he deserves everything he has and some more, SUCCSESS IS A TERRIBLE THING IF YOU HAVE NO ONE TO SHARE IT WITH!!!
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
10 ай бұрын
He once talked about Elon musk investing through MSTR, heard that?
@canadude6401
10 ай бұрын
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
10 ай бұрын
@@canadude6401 ohh must have been quite tough growing up for you
This guy is my inspiration. Most down to earth millionaire ever
This story was absolutely touching and amazing. I have a plethora of skills and abilities if Noah or Rafa need video edits, live stream setups, or anything else pc related please let me know I'd be honored to help out! What a blessed group of gents.
What a great Interview Rafa is such a cool down to, earth Guy - Much appreciated
How do you lose 60 million and yet have enough capital to enter another trade and make 180 million. This guy was sitting on hundred million. to begin with.
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.
@tonicruger
11 ай бұрын
@@kurttSchuster 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.
@sherryie2
11 ай бұрын
@@tonicruger 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?
@tonicruger
11 ай бұрын
@@sherryie2 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.
@sherryie2
11 ай бұрын
@@tonicruger 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
11 ай бұрын
Stick with Tesla
Love this guy, how raw and emotionally real is this dude.
Noah - great interview. Rafa is the real deal. Quick question: Will previous purchasers of your $1000/mo. course promoted here automatically get the updates mentioned? Thanks.
Amazing. very inspiring and genuine, he deserves what he earned a self made man, I wish him the best and for everyone else here and myself to thrive.
This guy is amazing! Very humble!
Stunning interview and he is SO informative and confident. Thank you both. 👍
Didn't know about Rafa and wow, this was an awesome interview as others have said.
Please keep making videos like this!! Also Rafa is a legend, genuinely explaining the process of the energy trading was so enlightening!
@noahkagan
11 ай бұрын
I loved his presence and fully agree on appreciate him sharing his story with us
@nextlevel8104
11 ай бұрын
@@noahkagan Could agree more Noah he is very authentic 👏 amazing video!!
Amazing guy who truly appreciates the sacrifices that his parents made for him. Good luck to you, Rafa.
@blainreinkensmeyer3764
10 ай бұрын
He once talked about Elon musk investing through MSTR, heard that?
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!
This was a great interview thanks for sharing ❤
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
11 ай бұрын
salvadrean whats that? you mean salvadorian haha
@richch1983
11 ай бұрын
@@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
6 ай бұрын
@@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
6 ай бұрын
@XxAlex530xX You will. Make it happen, everything is possible when the man is ready to overpass any circumstances until he achieves what he wants.
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
11 ай бұрын
Good thinking, but don't just hope. Find your niche, and what your good at early in life, then act on it.
@trevorjohnston3206
11 ай бұрын
Yes let’s get it brother!! Freaking rights to be on that grind. Love to see it and follow your journey. 👊
@Mrgamezombie1
11 ай бұрын
you got this shrek
@calisongbird
8 ай бұрын
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.
So much hunger and drive! I love it! Really enjoyed listening to his inspiring story. More power!
Man this interview was deep.. Man keep doing what you are doing! Thank you.
I don't get it man. How can you have such an extravagant life and abundance of cars you call a "collection" while you know there are people suffering in your home country?
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
10 ай бұрын
Did you succeed in getting your MBA?
@antoniobashlor
8 ай бұрын
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@gergomi7289
8 ай бұрын
Easy money over.
Love these interviews, Noah. And, what an inspiring story from Rafa
Great interview. Awesome guy with an incredibly positive perspective. Thanks for introducing him to me. Amazing - the motivational people you can find out here in interwebs country.
What a great interview! You can feel his passion and drive in every aspect of his life. Seems like a cool guy to hang out with. Would be curious to know with his wealth of knowledge in the industry, what his mindset is on the EV market and how it will impact him. Obviously, crude oil isn’t going anywhere for a long time, but would be interested to here his take on it
Most people venture into crypto to be wealthy,meanwhile I just want to be debt free.
@henrynoble7011
8 ай бұрын
Talking about debt. I know I am blessed if not I wouldn't have met someone is as spectacular as Anna S Wilson
@henrynoble7011
8 ай бұрын
She has helped me recovered a lot from the time I have trading with her
@alicemark5918
8 ай бұрын
I met Anna wilson at a conference meeting here in Singapore.
@alicemark5918
8 ай бұрын
I made $32,300 in just 7days of trading with her
@loydriley9221
8 ай бұрын
She have changed my life and financial status for the best. All thanks to my aunty who introduced me to her. She is obviously the best, trading with her gives me joy of earning
Rafa has a heart of gold, what a guy!
Awesome interview, this guys is so genuine makes him even richer.
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).