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
Rafa has a rare balance of supreme confidence and humility. One of your best interviews, Noah. Much appreciated.
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
@@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.
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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 💚
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?
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
I've come across this name before, is he really reliable?
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.
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.
@noahkagan thanks for having me and sharing my story! And appreciate everyone’s comments 🙏
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
God bless you Rafa!
@Rafa you are a great men bro. Thanks for sharing your story!
Blessings to you, sir. Great story, perspective and balance.
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.
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.
@@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
@@IrenaDolinsek Fantastic! can u share more details?
@@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.
@@IrenaDolinsek Those scammers are getting better
Rafa is super hard working, biz visionary, non conformist, compassionate, emotional and just awesome! Thanks for this episode, Noah! Loved watching it.
You can’t dress like that and be rich
@@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 :)
@@shivinunitholi2493 - yes
@@worldview2134 Yes as in what?
@@worldview2134 he can afford just to be himself - does not have to prove anything / show off to other people
I find myself rueful for neglecting stock investments until now, yet I'm appreciative of retaining funds in the money market. With approximately $200k set to mature shortly, I'm considering delving into the stock market. What stocks would be prudent for a newcomer like me to securely nurture my finances?
The current state of the market may bring opportunities to increase profits quickly, but professional assistance is required in order to put such a plan into action.
A lot of folks downplay the role of advisors until being burnt by their own emotions. I remember couple summers back, after my lengthy divorce, I needed a good boost to help my business stay afloat, hence I researched for licensed advisors and came across someone of utmost qualifications. She's helped grow my reserve notwithstanding inflation, from $275k to $850k.
Who is it that is guiding you?
KENNA MURIEL HESSELING is the licensed fiduciary I use. Just research the name. You’d find necessary details to work with a correspondence to set up an appointment.
She appears to be very knowledgeable. I found her webpage and read through her resume, educational background, and qualifications, which were all very impressive. I have sent her an email detailing my financial goals.
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!…
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
She’s OLIVIA SULLIVAN FINANCIALS
I'm definitely gonna check her out. Do yo have any idea if she manages family fund?
She's definitely going to help you. All you have to do is look up her full name and reach out to her
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
1. He has skill
2. He has experience
3. Lazer psychology
Bro is the deal
Bro?
@@chazlon5061 Mr is the deal or sir, he's a guy dude what should I say
you forgot to mention humble as well even tho that goes hand to hand with psychology
@@takezoedits that is correct sergeant major
awesome
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.
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.
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.
@@STELLASCUTENESS he won't continue obviously lol...180m cashed in and will go live a good life
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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 👍
Rafael is a rare gem. His humility and generosity are amazing!
He once talked about Elon musk investing through MSTR, heard that?
I love Noah's interview style. He always asks open questions and is letting the guest talk without interrupting. Keep on going Noah.
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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.
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.
Yeah that's how they get you. Tap into your emotions
@@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
@@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
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.
@@TzUuupalright bro fuck the sob story bullshit that shit is corny put in pain
Rafa is carrying a lot of pain, very relatable. God bless brother.
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.
Noah is a great interviewer. Let the guest talk and talk, camera pointed straight at the guest face. Just great.
A beautiful rags to riches story and moreover a very strong message. Thank you, Noah, for sharing this!
What a guy to meet at the track! Thanks for following up with him 👏🏻
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
What a great guest. I am deeply impressed by his achievements and his courage to show up and be vulnerable. Respect.
What a kind humble guy. He deserves, all his success.
amazing episode. Rafa is very relateable and down to earth dude imo.
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.
I needed to hear this, god bless
This guy's story is amazing. Respect.
This is the second guy I watch that trades energy and hits it wealthy.
@@ALCRAN2010 Is there any actual evidence that this guy made his money from energy trades, or just videos of him claiming he did?
I really respect Rafa and what he's done. I was tearing up listening to his story. Thanks for sharing.
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'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.
@@corrySledd 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.
@@AUstinnesc 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?
@@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.
@@AUstinnesc 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.
Stick with Tesla
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 is the best interview I've ever seen. What a great life story too.
This guy is such a genuine down to earth and humble entrepreneur, really enjoyed this. He deserves it all such a good soul!
This dude is amazing; it's so nice to see good, deserving people succeeding in this world. Good on you man.
Rafa seems like a chill guy. This was a great conversation. Thanks
These long format videos you're doing are awesome!
Man, Rafa's words hit you right in the feels, just pure rawness from the heart! ❤
Rafa, straight up inspiration & such a truly humble man. Thank you for the time doing this interview and sharing with us all. Respect.
Bro… this hit me.. thanks for sharing your story man. Proud to have you here in this world brother.
An amazing person. Really enjoyed this one Noah.
Great job,
Thank you
Loved this interview. Raw and emotional! Amazing story and just a genuine nice guy who has created his own success. 🙌
Totally agree
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
Very nice guy. People like him deserve that success.
Another good one Noah.
Great interview! Appreciate Rafa for sharing his valuable life learnings and perspectives. Thank you uncle Noah.
From the thumbnail thought it was Alex Hormozi 😂😂😂
i thought it was chum lee from pawn stars
This is Alejandro Jormozi
Same here
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.
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.
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.
This is my favorite interview you have done. This was so interesting and genuine! Thank you Noah and Rafa 🙂❤👏👏👏
Wow, Rafa is an amazing guy! Never heard of him before, but I'm already a fan
Another Bomb interview, Defo one of the best on the channel. Shout out to Rafa.
Thanks ryan. Agreed. Rafa is legendary
Love these interviews, Noah. And, what an inspiring story from Rafa
Awesome interview. Great job. Thank you to Rafa for the insight and just being real as can be.
Awesome interview! Really stoked humans like you exist, Rafa!
One of the best interviews done by uncle Noah. Rafa is such a humble chill guy. Wish him all the best.
Love this guy, how raw and emotionally real is this dude.
Rafa deserved the success, his story is mind-blowing, thanks for this very human and emotional interview of an "NG High Roller"
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!
You got this 💪🏾
He once talked about Elon musk investing through MSTR, heard that?
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
i'd love to hear what lowest point in your twenty's was or is
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!
CZcams has Millions of trading Billionaires. All of the are legit.
What a great interview. Rafa's family should be proud of him. Super strong individual and what a journey. Thank you!
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
This guy is my inspiration. Most down to earth millionaire ever
Amazing guy who truly appreciates the sacrifices that his parents made for him. Good luck to you, Rafa.
He once talked about Elon musk investing through MSTR, heard that?
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
GOD BLESS THIS MAN. SUPER INSPIRED. THANKS FOR SHARING NOAH.
Respect and humbleness. Thanks for this fine upload.
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!
This is a great interview Noah! Thank you for putting this together. Rafa has an incredible story! - Jack
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 HAS THE BEST ATTITUDE being able to bring friends and family along for the ride is happiness
I can relate to his story. Struggling to survive makes you an amazing entrepreneur, well done Rafa! 👏
Yes, as long as you don't show desperation to potential clients/opportunities.
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)
Get in touch!📲
Man this interview was deep.. Man keep doing what you are doing! Thank you.
I like your form of interviews it feels a bit different from traditional boring podcasts
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.
Best wishes
God Bless. Going through it myself.
Ya I feel you I did to I bounced back tho don’t give up
Thinkfromabove
One more step
One more breath
One more
How are you doing now? Did you find your way?
Thank you Mr. Rafa Martinez & Mr. Noah Kagan! This was pretty fascinating!
Your. Best. Video. Ever!
Thanks, Noah.
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."
salvadrean whats that? you mean salvadorian haha
@@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.
@@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
@XxAlex530xX You will.
Make it happen, everything is possible when the man is ready to overpass any circumstances until he achieves what he wants.
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!
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.
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.
Upmost respect for Rafa, may blessings continue for you & your family. Great interview!!
This guy is amazing! Very humble!
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.
He once talked about Elon musk investing through MSTR, heard that?
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.
@@canadude6401 ohh must have been quite tough growing up for you
Hes a real one. Respect, can hear the pain in his voice
it's your good heart that brings you success !! your need to share is your driving force !!
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).
Props to Rafa for everything, from his personality to his achievements.
Awesome he achieved a lot and even more awesome he’s done that through Elon Musk and Michael Saylor
@@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.
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Stunning interview and he is SO informative and confident. Thank you both. 👍
What a great Interview Rafa is such a cool down to, earth Guy - Much appreciated
This was an amazing interview. Respect for putting this together. More content like this is valuable.
Rafa is an inspirational guy
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.
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.
Did you succeed in getting your MBA?
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Easy money over.
Thank you for this interview
Man, Rafa's words hit you right in the feels, just pure rawness from the heart!
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.
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
Good thinking, but don't just hope. Find your niche, and what your good at early in life, then act on it.
Yes let’s get it brother!! Freaking rights to be on that grind. Love to see it and follow your journey. 👊
you got this shrek
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.
Didn't know about Rafa and wow, this was an awesome interview as others have said.
Rafa is so down to earth and genuine.
As a Mexican. I understand some of his struggles. This is the definition of the American dream.
Please keep making videos like this!! Also Rafa is a legend, genuinely explaining the process of the energy trading was so enlightening!
I loved his presence and fully agree on appreciate him sharing his story with us
@@noahkagan Could agree more Noah he is very authentic 👏 amazing video!!
He is so real and loves his family. So down to earth understands material items are nice but family is everything.
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!
Interestingly this is the second guest that's become extremely wealthy by trading energy on the markets.
Haha starting to see a pattern here
Makes sense actually, Noah lives in Texas, probably the biggest state for that.
also something the consumer cannot / is not allowed to get into
@@itsjustaname777 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
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.
He trades in oil. So probably he just didn't sell. He lost 60 million of value but then when oil prices spiked after Biden made it difficult to drill and shut down the pipeline and blew up the other one, all that value came back and surpassed the previous value.
This was a great interview thanks for sharing ❤
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!!!
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.
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.
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