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Paul competes at the Excel World Cup - with Ajay Patel and Andrew Grigolyunovich
Sep 26, 2023
What happens when two highly-skilled Excel leaders compete in the Financial Modeling World Cup? Paul Barnhurst shares his experience and is joined by Ajay Patel, the "Excel Ninja," and Andrew Grigolyunovich, the FMWC Founder. They discuss Excel-at-speed, favorite functions, and optimization planning. They also reveal the inside story of their grueling FMWC experience and share advice for improving Excel skills.
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- Participating in competitions like FMWC and Excel Esports offers a unique and engaging learning experience that helps improve Excel skills.
- Following creators on social media platforms like LinkedIn, TikTok, and YouTube provides valuable content and tutorials to build a solid foundation in Excel.
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Financial Modeling World Cup: A Learning Opportunity and Fun Competition
The Financial Modeling World Cup (FMWC) and Excel Esports offer an exciting opportunity for participants to learn and improve their Excel skills. AJ Patel, the Excel Ninja, and Andrew Grigolevich, the founder of FMWC, discuss their backgrounds and how they ended up participating in these competitions. They highlight the importance of jumping in and participating, even if you have reservations or doubts. Both AJ and Andrew emphasize the value of learning by doing and how competitions like FMWC and Excel Esports provide a unique and engaging learning experience. They also recommend watching videos and following experts in the field to gain new insights and techniques. The competitions not only offer an opportunity to showcase skills, but also foster growth and development in Excel proficiency. So, if you're considering participating in these competitions, don't hesitate—just go for it!
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