Building Unshakable Self-Discipline & Environments Where You Can Grow With Mussie Hailu

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Written By Naomi Haile
 

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“If you do something for long enough, it sort of just becomes a part of who you are and what you do”. Mussie shared how growing up with compassionate, disciplinarian parents who demanded the best from you, translated to strong work ethics. Juggling multiple priorities, Mussie discussed his approach to building systems and structures in his work and life that take a long-term view.

Mussie Hailu is a young professional working in finance in Ottawa. He graduated with a degree in Commerce from the University of Ottawa in 2018 and presently works as a financial analyst at a family office. When not studying for his CFA, you can find him deep in a book or binge watching Netflix.

This episode is for you if:

  • You struggle with building structure and systems in your life & work

  • You are curious how growing up with compassionate, disciplinarian parents who demanded the best from you, translated to strong work ethics

  • You want to create environments where you can grow

  • You see the value of discipline and want to build those muscles

Looking for something specific? 

  • [3:38] What it was like growing up with disciplinarian parents who drilled the importance of education, integrity and structure

  • [4:20] “If you do something for long enough, it sort of just becomes a part of who you are and what you do”

  • [4:44] The impact of the pursuit of excellence and high-grade achievement in school

  • [7:26] What are the obvious and not-so obvious ways that a disciplined upbringing has helped you in adulthood

  • [15:19] Comparing and contrasting the learning opportunities that are available in both large and small organizations

  • [17:41] Life is not linear

  • [18:48] Why Mussie decided to pursue the rigorous Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) designation after university

  • [21:46] If your intentions are unclear in your pursuit of any venture, you will surely be weeded out

  • [22:50] For the sake of education and knowledge building!

  • [24:13] Studying people and the work histories as a basis for understanding the market

  • [25:11] Choosing the alternative path

  • [26:23] Having a plan, while also remaining flexible

  • [31:00] Why Mussie doesn’t have social media

  • [34:32] How Mussie builds structures and systems in your life & work

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