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Email Jacob Tell
Phone: (763) 201-1025
Education
- B.A.S., University of Minnesota Duluth
- Exercise and Rehabilitation Sciences
Coming to Paradigm
Starting at a young age, I always had a deep interest in sports. Whether I was throwing the ball with my dad or playing on various baseball teams, I enjoyed having a goal to work towards. The many teams I played on were all a huge part of my development and significantly impacted my college choice and career path, leading me to pursue a career in Physical Therapy through the Exercise and Rehabilitation Sciences Department at UMD . My experience as a team player combined with my desire to help others reach their goals solidified this choice for me.
Less than halfway through my program, however, the COVID -19 pandemic upended our world and gave me a new perspective on my professional interests. Witnessing the rapid mass change in consumer and investor behavior created a desire in me to dive deeper into my interest in personal finance and especially investments. Wanting to learn more, I found the answers I was looking for in Thomas Stanley’s classic research, which he conveyed through The Millionaire Next Door: The Surprising Secrets of America’s Wealthy. This book changed my life by articulating the overlooked traits of successful people. At that point, I decided to alter my path towards the wealth management industry. I connected with Paradigm through UMD’s Financial Planning Club and have found a good fit with the team I had long been seeking.
While my career path has shifted in a new direction, my desire to work as part of a winning and cohesive team has not changed nor has my desire to help others achieve their goals. I am excited to grow as a financial advisor and to assist my Paradigm clients in meeting their financial and lifestyle goals as a vital member of their team.
A little more about Jacob
As a native of Minnesota, you will find me in Little Canada cheering on my Twins and Vikings and likely clinging to the unsubstantiated hope that this will be our year. I can also be found at various golf courses and parks nearby, where I love to enjoy the outdoors. I also enjoy hunting and fishing with my dad.