ALI SHAHRAKI
From $20 in My Pocket to Serial Entrepreneur, Author, and Coach
I was born in Iran and came to the UK at 20 years old with just $20 in my pocket. My first years here were marked by hardship: homelessness, rejection, and the struggle of supporting my wife and young family while battling severe dyslexia. But those challenges became my training ground. They gave me the resilience, discipline, and hunger to build a better life — not just for myself, but for the generations after me.
YOU NEVER GET MORE THAN WHAT YOU CAN TOLERATE FROM THE UNIVERSE,
So JUST BE MORE tolerance AND the PAIN WILL GO AWAY, BUT YOU GET WHAT YOU ASKED FOR, SO THINK BEFORE YOU ASK UNIVERSE FOR HELP OR FAVOUR.
Family: My Reason Why
I am the proud father of four amazing children — three girls and one boy. My eldest daughter was born with autism and cerebral palsy, and she has shaped my mission more than anyone else. Her courage taught me patience, compassion, and the importance of building a life where time with family comes first.I promised myself that no matter what I achieved, I would secure a future where my family — and their children after them — would never have to start from zero the way I did.
From Dyslexia to MBA
When I first applied to colleges in the UK, I was rejected repeatedly because I couldn’t write properly. People labelled me “slow.” Eventually, one tutor gave me a chance and tested me on a computer. That’s when I discovered the truth: I wasn’t stupid, I was dyslexic.
That diagnosis set me free. I finally understood that I just learned differently. I worked two jobs while studying, paid for my own education, and pushed myself relentlessly. Eventually, I earned a degree in Business Management and then an MBA. What others called a weakness became my competitive edge — the ability to see patterns, connections, and opportunities others often miss.
Driving Industry: From Bullied Learner to Master Trainer
Ironically, dyslexia also made me a slow learner when it came to driving. My instructor bullied me for it, and instead of breaking me, it lit a fire. I decided not only to master driving but to become one of the best trainers in the UK.
Since 2004, I’ve worked in the industry and now hold every major qualification available:
>DVSA ORDIT-Registered Instructor Trainer>Grade A Approved Driving Instructor
>Diamond Advanced Examiner
>Fleet & Advanced Elite Driver Trainer
>NVQ Level 4 in Coaching & Training Others
Through my school, Aceway Driving, I’ve trained countless new drivers, instructors, and trainers. But more importantly, I’ve shown them what’s possible when you refuse to accept limits.
The Accident That Changed Everything
On 10 April 2010, I had a serious motorbike accident that could have ended my life. My bike was destroyed, but somehow I walked away almost unharmed. That near-death experience forced me to confront life’s biggest questions: If I died today, what legacy would I leave? What impact would I have had on the people I love — or on anyone at all?
From that day, my priorities shifted. Life stopped being about chasing money and started being about meaning, purpose, and impact.
From PhD to Practical Wealth
For years, I chased academic success, even starting a PhD in Business Management. But one conversation with a lecturer changed me forever. He told me bluntly: “University will teach you theory, not wealth. If you want to learn money, learn from people who make it.”
I left academia and turned to real entrepreneurs, mentors, and wealth creators. I invested heavily in self-education — more than £300,000 on books, courses, and mentorships from the best in the world. I studied under Tony Robbins, business leaders, and top traders in London. That’s when I discovered my love for trading and investing.
Trading: Buying Back My Time
With a disabled daughter and endless hospital appointments, I couldn’t simply “work more” to earn more. Trading became the perfect solution. Every morning, I could sit with my coffee, spend 15 minutes analysing the markets, place a trade, and then spend the rest of the day with my family.
Over time, I mastered trading and built multiple income streams. Today, through FGC Club, I teach others how to do the same: create hands-free income, learn long-term investing, and build an exit plan for retirement.
Business: My True Passion
Beyond driving and trading, I’ve always loved business. For me, starting a business is like a hobby — I thrive on the challenge of turning ideas into real growth. With my MBA and years of experience, I now consult businesses on AI-powered marketing and strategy. I help entrepreneurs, especially driving instructors, generate leads, scale operations, and achieve financial stability.
My Mission & Legacy
I believe that in every generation, someone has to carry the hardship to break the cycle. If no one steps up, the struggle continues forever. I chose to be that person for my family.
But it doesn’t stop there. My mission now is to help others — instructors, entrepreneurs, traders, and anyone feeling lost — to build skills, grow businesses, and create wealth. Because true success isn’t just what you achieve for yourself. It’s the impact you leave behind.
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