#154 How to Make Investing Goals in an Uncertain Market

#154: How to Make Investing Goals in an Uncertain Market –

Despite the ongoing market volatility, setting clear investing goals is ever important. But how do you set goals when you have no idea when the market will swing?

After all, just one major change can make all the difference. The market can shift based on the results of that election year, because of a mass contagion or because an entire industry bottomed out, among many other factors.

It’s no easy task to set weather-resistant investing goals, but if you dream of achieving FIRE (financial independence, retire early) / financial freedom, or otherwise, investing will probably remain a priority for you.

In which case, it helps to set investing goals. These should be your “barometric pressure sensors” to determine how your investments are performing.

You’ll want to know whether your investments are on track or if you need to make a change, but without clearly defined goals, it’s hard to tell.

How do you ensure that your investing goals are set for success, regardless of which way the market turns? 

In this article, I’ll tell you everything you need to know so that you can set solid investing goals, regardless of what happens in the market.

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#153 How to Build a Growth Mindset for Success

#153: How to Build a Growth Mindset for Success –

A growth mindset is a powerful tool that can propel you towards your goals. 

This mindset provides you with the belief that your abilities and intelligence can be developed through dedication and hard work. 

By cultivating a growth mindset, you can overcome challenges, embrace failures as learning opportunities, and achieve remarkable success.  

In previous articles, I’ve discussed how a growth mindset can support your goals for the upcoming year. We’ve also explored how your money mindset can shape your financial freedom journey. Last but certainly not least, we’ve explored how to cultivate a mindset for financial freedom.

But how do you cultivate a growth mindset that will allow you to achieve your most ambitious goals day by day?

Like your physical health, a growth mindset needs to be exercised routinely. In this article, I’ll tell you exactly how to “exercise” and develop a growth mindset to help you achieve your most ambitious goals, day by day, month by month, and year by year.

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#152 How to Land a Fun Job A Guide to Career Happiness V4

#152: How to Land a Fun Job: A Guide to Career Happiness –

Finding a fun job can be more than just a career move; it can be life-changing. 

Depending on your values, an ideal job might align with your passions, challenge you intellectually, and/or bring some kind of joy to your life. It can even be a pursuit that provides immense life satisfaction.

A so-called fun job can boost your morale, productivity, and overall well-being. It can help you feel productive and purposeful in life.

At a basic level, your job provides you with resources and tools (via compensation and training), enabling you to achieve your financial goals, FIRE (financial independence, retire early), financial freedom, or otherwise.

But it can be more than that if you invest the time in finding your version of a fun job. Trust me when I say it’s worth it.

If you’re tired of the daily grind, you might be longing for a job that brings you joy and fulfillment. A job like that might also feel like a bit of an impossible find.

Perhaps you’re asking yourself: “Is it actually possible to find a fun job for me?”

Don’t despair – it is possible to find a job and career that fulfills you, and I’m about to tell you how.

In this article, I’ll walk you through 10 simple steps you can take to find your ideal “fun job.” Let this serve as your guide on your journey to career happiness and fulfillment.

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#151 Tools for Success Driving Growth with Your 2025 Goals

#151: Tools for Success: Driving Growth with Your 2025 Goals –

The new year is a great time to set ambitious goals, but don’t forget to incorporate tools for success that chart a path to achievement.

Good intentions provide a solid foundation, but to ensure your journey is successful you’ll also need a mindset that is focused, resilient, and driven.

How do you build a mindset for success? With repeated, deliberate action.

Your mindset for success will empower you to achieve your most ambitious goals throughout the next year and beyond. Your tools for success will make them achievable even sooner.

In this article, we’ll explore how a mindset for success can empower your journey, and we’ll explore some valuable tools that will propel your goals forward into the next year, and beyond.

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