22 Certifications in 7 Months: The Pierce Novak Playbook

Every so often, a student comes through the Level Up Program and reminds us why structure, consistency, and the right environment can completely change a career trajectory.

Pierce Novak is one of those students.
And his story is a masterclass in what’s possible when discipline meets opportunity.

This is not a typical success story.
This is a blueprint.

From Full-Time Job to Full-Force Execution

When Pierce enrolled in Eric Reed’s Level Up Program, he didn’t enter casually. He came in with purpose, and he treated every module, every session, and every exam like steps in a larger mission.

In just 7 months, while working full-time, Pierce:

Passed 11 certification exams
Earned 22 total certifications through the CompTIA stackable pathway
Achieved first-attempt passes across the board
Maintained consistently high scores
Managed his time with military-grade precision
Took full advantage of a fully funded education

This wasn’t just hard work — it was strategic work.

Fully Funded, Fully Focused

One of the most powerful parts of Pierce’s story is the way he leveraged available resources.

Through the Raytheon Technologies Employee Scholar Program, Pierce secured 100% funding for his cybersecurity education. No debt. No loans. No hesitation. Just momentum.

When students remove financial friction, everything else accelerates — and Pierce proved that.

(If you’re a Raytheon employee or work for a company with tuition benefits, this is your sign to use them.)

The Path Forward: CISSP and a PhD

Many students aim for one major certification.
Pierce is aiming for two major milestones — at the same time.

He’s already locked in on the CISSP, one of the most respected certifications in cybersecurity. And while he’s doing that, he’s also pursuing his PhD.

That level of drive is rare. But the truth is:

It’s not magic. It’s process.
And process can be followed, repeated, and scaled.

Which brings us to you.

How YOU Can Follow Pierce’s Success Path

You don’t need to be a genius.
You don’t need to be born with natural talent.
You just need a system — and the willingness to execute it.

Here’s how to build a path similar to Pierce’s:

1. Get Into a Structured Program With Accountability

The Level Up Program is engineered for high-velocity progress:

Guided roadmap
Weekly coaching and touchpoints
Proven study structure
Performance-based training
Real-world mentorship

Pierce didn’t have to guess.
He followed the structure — and the structure delivered.

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2. Use Funding Wherever Possible

Most students don’t know how many funding options they actually have.
Pierce did.

Your options may include:

Employer tuition programs
Referral credits
Private financing
ArmyIgnited
Air Force COOL
Veteran pathways
Workforce development funding

Education does not need to be a financial barrier.

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3. Commit to Consistency, Not Perfection

Pierce didn’t do anything special in a single day.
He did the right things every day.

The real secret?
Small, consistent daily execution beats occasional intensity every time.

You don’t need eight hours a day.
You need two hours of focused effort, consistently.

4. Push Past the Comfort Zone

Passing 11 exams in 7 months requires one thing:

An intolerance for standing still.

Pierce kept pushing, even when exhausted.
Even when the content was heavy.
Even when life was busy.

He didn’t wait for the perfect moment.
He built momentum — and momentum built results.

The Truth: Pierce Isn’t an Outlier — He’s the Example

People see stories like this and assume the student must be “different.”
But here’s the reality:

Pierce isn’t an exception.
He’s proof.

Proof that:

Structure matters
Funding matters
Mentorship matters
Community matters
And execution wins

He followed the playbook — and the playbook worked.

And it can work for you too.

Ready to Build Your Own Success Story?

If you’re reading this and thinking, “I want that,”
you’re already halfway there.

The next step is committing to the path.

The Level Up Program is your starting point.
And with the right funding, your entire journey could be fully covered.

👉 Learn how to Level-Up: https://ericreedlive.com/level-up/
👉 Explore career pathways: https://ericreedlive.com/career-pathways/
👉 Explore referral program: https://ericreedlive.com/referral-program/
👉 Military & veteran options: https://ericreedlive.com/government-military/

Your future is waiting.
Now it’s your turn to execute.