I wanna get schooled

Hey guys. I was wondering if you guys could give some tips on going through with this. I want to get my MECP, and start my car audio career before I am old and grey. So, where do I start? I have looked online, and I saw that I can take the test itself. I'd need a study book, and I can take the test for 50 bucks. Or I can attend a school for an absurd amount of money to relearn half the things I already know. What did you pro's out there do? Which route did you all take? In time, i'm hoping to open up my own car audio shop, so any and all advice is apppreciated. TIA.1990 Honda Civic HB:

Clarion DXZ545MP H.U.

2- 6.5" Power Acoustik interiors

Diamond Audio 600.1 amp

Diamond Audio 15" M6MKII

Pyramid PB881X 4 CH. Amp

bump1990 Honda Civic HB:

Clarion DXZ545MP H.U.

2- 6.5" Power Acoustik interiors

Diamond Audio 600.1 amp

Diamond Audio 15" M6MKII

Pyramid PB881X 4 CH. Amp

How are you doing in high school?New Project: 2003 Pathfinder

i'm not in high school. i'm in the workin world now. why do u ask?1990 Honda Civic HB:

Clarion DXZ545MP H.U.

2- 6.5" Power Acoustik interiors

Diamond Audio 600.1 amp

Diamond Audio 15" M6MKII

Pyramid PB881X 4 CH. Amp

Sorry about that - got you confused with pimpincavy. Can't keep you pimps staight. New Project: 2003 Pathfinder

haha, ya, its a rough business out there. lol. Since u brought it up, what point were u gonna make with the grades?1990 Honda Civic HB:

Clarion DXZ545MP H.U.

2- 6.5" Power Acoustik interiors

Diamond Audio 600.1 amp

Diamond Audio 15" M6MKII

Pyramid PB881X 4 CH. Amp

Oh, I wasn't going to make a point, per se. I just asked because I feel that some sort of post-secondary education is always valuable and was going to suggest it - especially if you're considering a store. While certainly not necessary, I'm confident there'd be value to the endeavor. New Project: 2003 Pathfinder

Make no mistake - I was certainly not saying a post-secondary education is necessary. Some of the most successful individuals I know have none. I was simply asserting that I feel more education can always add value. While no business degree in the world will tell someone the real world conditions in the industry, I am confident more education can add value to most aspects of a business (understanding the financials, ability to secure capital, analyzing the market, creating the business plan, executing the business plan, etc.) Again - not saying it is necessary - just saying that education adds value. (especially for a young person). Options also increase with education, should the business venture fail. Options are always good, in my opinion. Rob, you've owned multiple stores and been in business 17 years. You've crushed just about every statistic there is regarding small business success rates. I can confidently say your abilities are near the very top percentile of small business owners. Congratulations. Seriously. I have nothing but the deepest respect for entrepreneurs such as yourself. My suggestion regarding education was most certainly not meant to be disrespectful to business owners like you. I simply think education is always valuable, especially for young people. New Project: 2003 Pathfinder

Thanks dude. I'm not jumping on the school is a bad thing bandwagon at all, for some people it is a must, for other like me, hands on is the way to go. Top Secret, I can tell you but then my wife will kill me.