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I Research to Learn. I Write to Share. I Build to Solve.

This started as a blog about the things I'm curious about. But when I kept running into problems worth solving, I started building tools. Now it's both—and when something takes off, it gets its own home.

The Story

This site started from a simple idea: to document and share the journey of navigating life's inherent "volatility" with a blend of strategic thinking and a spirit of adventure. My goal was, and still is, to strive for a life fueled by smart choices and rich experiences, and to share any valuable insights, practical tips, and useful tools I develop along the way with anyone who's curious.

Beyond Volatility has grown from a personal blog into a collection of stories, guides, and practical resources covering topics I'm genuinely passionate about - from travel adventures across continents to deep dives into personal finance, from wellness experiments to tech explorations. Think of it as a conversation with that savvy, trusted friend who's always learning something new and eager to share.

Along the way, I've also built a suite of practical tools to help with life's complex decisions - from comparing job offers to analyzing real estate deals. But at its heart, this site is about sharing the journey: the adventures, the insights, and the occasional hard-won wisdom that comes from trying to navigate life with confidence.

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The Engineer Behind the Keyboard

Engineer • Investor • Explorer

I'm an electrical engineer with a Master's degree and over a decade of experience in the energy sector. Outside of work, I'm endlessly curious—I invest in real estate, dabble in stocks and crypto, and build tools to solve problems I encounter in everyday life. Some experiments work brilliantly; others teach me expensive lessons (I'll share those too). Every tool on this site exists because I needed it first. My family and I have explored 10+ countries together, and I write about what I've actually experienced—the wins, the fails, and everything in between.

M.S. Electrical Engineering Licensed P.E. & PMP Real Estate Investor 10+ Countries Explored

The Journey So Far

From curiosity to creation—a timeline of ideas, tools, and milestones

2019

Beyond Volatility Launches

Started as a personal blog to document insights on travel, finance, and navigating life's uncertainties with strategic thinking.

2021

First Mini Calculators

Built the first simple calculators—Rent vs Buy and Job Offer Analyzer—to solve problems I kept running into.

2022-2023

The Expansion Years

Simple tools grew into full platforms. Launched Apex for FIRE planning, RealInvestorX for real estate, and Longevity for wellness tracking.

2024

Quick Tools & Community

Added more quick calculators and launched ParentPod and TheLoop. Built NERC Compliance OS from energy sector experience.

2025

Hub-and-Spoke Complete

6 platforms, all free. The hub-and-spoke model is proven. Security audits passed. E-E-A-T signals implemented across all content.

2026

The Studio Evolves

Major aesthetic overhaul with human-centric design. Focus on "The Life" research and "The Studio" products working seamlessly together.

The Hub & Spoke Philosophy

Yeah, I know—travel blogs and enterprise compliance software don't usually go together. But here's how this place actually works.

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The Life (Research & Editorial)

Travel adventures, financial deep-dives, wellness experiments, and science explorations. This is the curiosity phase—where I explore, learn, and share insights through blog posts. Every article plants a seed.

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The Studio (Products & Platforms)

When research reveals a problem worth solving, I build a tool. These apps start as subdomains in early access—like Apex (FIRE planning), ParentPod (baby tracking), or NERC Compliance OS (enterprise security).

The endgame: When something gets big enough to stand on its own, it graduates to its own domain and brand. Think of this site as a launchpad, not the final destination.

What I Write About

Beyond Volatility covers a diverse range of topics I'm genuinely enthusiastic about. Think of it as a conversation with that savvy, trusted friend who's always learning something new.

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Travel Adventures

Join me as I document journeys and share insights from around the globe. Whether you're dreaming of exploring bustling cities or serene landscapes:

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Business & Finance

Navigating the world of money and enterprise can be empowering. Here we delve into:

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Health & Wellness

A fulfilling life is intrinsically linked to well-being. Explore insights on:

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Science & Tech

My background fuels a deep curiosity for the mechanics of our world and the technologies shaping our future:

Let's Connect

Have an idea for a tool? Want to share feedback? Just want to say hi? I'd love to hear from you. Drop me a message anytime.

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