Paulo Lo Xan Keomanyla (AKA Keo), with 20 years of service in the Canadian Armed Forces and boots-on-the-ground experience, blends his passion for financial literacy and weather forecasting. Deeply aware of the unique challenges faced by CAF members, he writes to demystify money and empower others to take control of their financial future.
""Building Wealth While Serving is a refreshing take on personal finance and wealth-building strategies, designed for the soldier, sailor, aviator, or special operator of the Canadian Armed Forces. The author skillfully combines relatable anecdotes with actionable advice, making complex financial concepts accessible and engaging for any military reader. Whether you are a beginner or someone looking to refine your wealth-building strategies, this book is sure to provide valuable insights and motivation on your journey to financial freedom while serving."" Anthony Jones, MMM, CD, CWO (Ret'd) ""Wow, this book is destined to become an important guide not just in the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) world, but in our society. Building Wealth While Serving should be a mandatory read for all units to educate and support the well-being of all soldiers and their families. I wish I had read this book 25 years ago when I started serving. It's never too late to start saving and investing-this is the book you need to read."" Raphaƫl Drapeau, Sgt (Ret'd) ""After devouring this book cover to cover in less than a weekend, I could not get enough of Paulo's lived financial experiences, shared stories in the ranks, and his focused instructions for wealth and wisdom while serving in the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF). In Building Wealth While Serving, Paulo speaks 'soldier' to inform anyone in any rank how possible it is to make your money work for you-not the other way around. From his many examples, he explains how 'operational readiness' applies to everything, including your bank account. So lace up your boots, throw on your ruck, and get ready to follow Paulo Keomanyla's wisdom to turn your pay into your legacy!"" Jo Pellerin, Military spouse ""Coming up through the ranks in the military, members are trained to problem solve, plan, and execute missions given to them from the simplest of tasks to the more complex. All these skills we learn are laid out in an easy-to-follow flow, ensuring operational success. Yet when it comes to personal finances, we are all too quick to let common sense at times go to the wind, overcomplicate saving for our future, or let the shiny purchases get the better of us. This book is your guide to tackling your personal finances like a mission plan for financial freedom. Now, thanks to Building Wealth While Serving, we have the Course of Actions (COAs) to help guide us down the previously uncharted path of wealth building toward personal mission success."" Quinn Stevenson, CD