RRP #1: My Remote Success Story
Journey to remote success and financial freedom.
Remote Risers,
Before diving into The Remote Rise Pathway—where I’ll share everything I’ve learned on my journey (from mindset and health to career growth and investing), I want to share my full story with you.
It’s important to me that you know who you’re learning from and why these lessons have the power to transform your life.
Humble Beginnings
I come from modest beginnings, shaped by a family background where financial freedom wasn’t the norm.
From a young age, I understood one thing clearly: If I wanted a better future, I had to create it myself.
I was naturally drawn to math and technology early on.
While still in high school, I started learning software development online, driven by curiosity and a hunger for better opportunities. I used free YouTube videos and Udemy courses to build my skills.
I spent two years diving deep into web development without earning a dime. But that investment paid off massively. It gave me the skills to land better remote jobs, boost my income, and progress faster than most, thanks to my in-depth core knowledge of software development.
By the time I was graduating high school, I had already secured my first local (onsite) software development job as a junior software developer.
It wasn’t extraordinary, but it was a solid starting point that gave me my first taste of professional growth.
Breaking Free from the Traditional Job
While working for a local company, I realized a hard truth: they were selling our skills to clients while taking a significant cut from each person's hourly rate.
I had a pivotal realization: I didn’t need them.
I could sell my skills directly to companies and startups, cutting out the middleman, earning more, and gaining greater flexibility while working with inspiring people worldwide.
This insight sparked my remote job search.
I committed fully, determined to find direct opportunities and break free from limiting systems.
The Remote Job Search
The next 6 months were filled with consistent effort.
I applied for countless remote jobs, refining my process with every rejection:
Restructuring my CV and cover letters
Changing how I sourced job opportunities
Adapting my interview techniques and preparation
I faced a lot of rejection, but I embraced it as part of the journey. Resilience became my secret weapon.
After months of relentless effort, I finally landed my first remote job—a software development role in the crypto space.
The Breakthrough Moment
At just 19 years old, I was earning more than my parents combined…
It was a surreal moment that proved incredible things are possible with focus, consistency, and the right strategies.
But that was just the beginning!
Long-Term Investing
During this time, I realized I was earning far more than I could spend, thanks to the low cost of living in my area and my modest lifestyle.
This inspired me to seek financial education. I dove deep into long-term investing principles, learning how to grow my finances sustainably.
I began investing and have never stopped since.
The investment strategies I developed are still compounding profits and returns today—strategies I’ll be sharing with you inside The Remote Rise Pathway!
Taking the Entrepreneurial Leap
Fueled by my growing interest in crypto and finance, I took a bold step—I left my job to start a startup in the crypto space.
I built and ran a crypto wallet startup for two years, featuring an integrated exchange and fiat money support. It was an exciting product to build, and users loved it!
The team was fully remote and decentralized, making work both productive and enjoyable for everyone. Those two years brought some of the best moments of my life and career.
It was an intense learning phase, where I gained a lot of knowledge and experience in:
Software development in general
Hiring and team management
Scaling a remote team
Fundraising and investor relations
After two years, I achieved a successful exit from this startup I built from ground zero. It wasn’t a life-changing exit, but a win nonetheless.
Exploring New Horizons
With no financial pressure, I decided to explore new opportunities and joined a remote ad-tech startup in its early stages.
Over the next couple of years, I played a key role in scaling the company to over 100 employees, eventually stepping into an engineering manager role.
When the company secured tens of millions in funding, I sold my stock options, exited the company, and chose to move on.
Seeking broader industry exposure, I joined a large remote enterprise (1,000+ employees) as an engineering manager. However, the slow pace and rigid procedures left me feeling unfulfilled.
After a year, I made the decision to move on—no regrets, just valuable lessons learned.
Scaling a Multi-Six-Figure Business
Over the next few years, I founded a software development agency and scaled it to multiple six-figure profits.
It was a classic “dev shop”. We closed clients and built custom software solutions, mainly for crypto and fintech projects.
I developed a workflow framework that kept everything organized and running smoothly—without burning myself out while managing it all.
In The Remote Rise Pathway, I’ll share the exact strategies, tools, and approaches I used to make this happen.
But something still felt off…
I realized I was building products for other people instead of working on my own vision.
So, I pivoted again!
I shut down the agency and shifted to software consulting and contracting, partnering with fintech startups and innovative tech projects—on my terms.
A New Mission
I didn’t take the typical path—finish university, work a 9-to-5, get married, have kids, and stay stuck in the same cycle for life. That’s why I’m confident my experiences and insights are worth sharing.
My journey wasn’t all rainbows and sunshine. I faced plenty of struggles—moments when everything felt uncertain and overwhelming. But those challenges taught me the most.
That’s why I’m committed to sharing not just my wins but the mistakes and lessons behind them, so you can sidestep the same pitfalls. This is the kind of guidance I wish I had early on.
Over time, I’ve realized the power of sharing knowledge—helping others break free financially through online work, smart investments, and personal growth. That’s why educating others has become one of my biggest focuses.
This led me to create The Remote Rise Pathway—a structured system where I share everything I’ve learned over the past decade.
Success isn’t about luck or privilege.
It’s about consistent effort, the right strategies, and learning from those who’ve already walked the path you’re on.
I’ve done it: working remotely, scaling my income, traveling the world, and staying in peak shape—and so can you.
Let’s rise together. 🚀
Love this - thank you for sharing your journey with us! :)