Investing: From Zero to Autopilot
Everything you need to understand investing,
build your own plan, and put your wealth on autopilot
Start investing with a clear, simple plan
If you've been meaning to start investing, but every time you look into it there's too much information and you don't know who to trust, this course is for you.
In about 80 minutes of short video lessons, you'll go from not knowing where to start to having your own simple investment plan set up and running automatically, every month, without you having to think about it.
This course is for you if you are:
- New to investing. We start from the very beginning, and every term is explained in plain English.
- Already investing, but not sure you're doing it right. You'll turn what you have into one clear, simple plan.
- Meaning to start for a while. We take it one small step at a time, and each lesson ends with one small action.
What you'll learn
- The Dream: what you're really investing for
- Your Freedom Number: how much is "enough" for you
- The Engine: how compounding turns small amounts into big ones
- The Vehicle: why simple index funds beat most professionals
- How Markets Behave: the ups and downs, and how to stay calm through them
- Your Simple Strategy: how to choose your funds and your mix
- Take Action: opening your account and making your first investment, step by step
- Put It on Autopilot: automating your investments so your money keeps growing on its own
Bonus: FAQ. Answers to the questions I hear most, like "isn't index investing too slow?", "what if the market crashes right after I invest?" and "what should I do with investments I already own?"
What's included
- 8 video lessons, about 10 minutes each
- A bonus FAQ video
- A workbook to fill in online or print, with a place for every action
- Watch at your own pace, with 1 year of access from the date of purchase
What this course doesn't cover
To keep it simple and focused, this course teaches one strategy from start to finish: investing in index funds. Retirement accounts (401(k), IRA, HSA) and tax optimization are bigger topics, and I'll cover them in a separate course, coming next. Examples, brokerages and funds are for investors in the US, and the course includes general tips on what to look for in a brokerage if you live elsewhere.
About me
Hi, I'm Viktoria. Before I became a financial coach, I spent 16 years as a software engineer, building models to understand financial markets at Bloomberg and doing AI at Meta. I reached financial independence in under 10 years using the simple index fund approach I teach in this course, and today I help women invest with confidence.
For the last 4 years, I have been living life on my own terms. I teach investing through 1:1 coaching, group programs and my book, and this course brings the same simple approach into short lessons you can follow at your own pace.
What people say about learning with me
"Thanks to your book and your teachings, I started the automated investments in 2024. The money I saved up and invested has been a tremendous help. I now have enough put aside for a down payment, and I also have a sizable amount in my investments that's been growing steadily. You were the driving force behind these changes I have made to my financial well being, and I will forever be grateful."
- Gabi
"I didn't know where to start before the program, and found myself getting dizzy just trying to navigate the myriad of online resources... I can honestly say that I have learned more from her in 8 sessions than in 10 years from our financial advisor."
- 8-week program client
"Viktoria's personal finance coaching was transformative in helping me shift from inertia to real momentum."
- Rob
"I opened personal accounts with various financial institutions and built a habit of investing regularly... And perhaps the best endorsement of working with Viktoria is that I've also signed my children up for consultations with her."
- Valentina
"I was pretty sure that you need thousands of dollars in order to do that... You can actually start with as little as $25."
- Tatiana
30-day money-back guarantee
If the course isn't right for you, email happynanceacademy@gmail.com within 30 days of purchase for a full refund.
Questions
How much money do I need to start?
You can start with very little. Many index funds have no minimum, so even $25 or $50 a month is a real start.
How long does it take?
Under 2 hours of video for the welcome, the 8 lessons and the bonus FAQ, plus a little time for each small action. You can go at your own pace.
Do I need to be good at math?
No. The math is simple, and I walk you through every step.
Isn't investing risky? What if I lose money?
All investing involves risk, and this course is honest about it. You'll see how markets have behaved over the last 100 years, why drops are a normal part of investing, and how a simple, diversified plan helps you stay calm and keep going.
I don't live in the US. Is this course for me?
The principles in this course work wherever you invest. The brokerages and example funds are US-based, and the course includes general tips on what to look for in a brokerage outside the US.
Disclaimer
Educational purposes only. Investing: From Zero to Autopilot is general financial education. It is not personalized investment, tax, or legal advice. Funds, brokerages, and examples are for illustration only, not recommendations to buy or sell any security. Past performance doesn't guarantee future results, and all investing involves risk, including loss of principal. Results described in the course and on this page, including the instructor's own and those of past clients, are not typical and are not a promise of your results.
The course is created by Viktoria Abrecht, founder of Happynance Academy, a financial coach and educator. She is not a registered investment adviser, broker-dealer, or tax professional, and Happynance Academy does not receive payment from any brokerage or fund mentioned in the course. Consider your own situation and, if needed, consult a licensed professional.
Course access is included for 1 year from the date of purchase.