Stepping out of the shadow of comparison is not easy, be it life or investing. It is crucial to remember that every portfolio is unique, just like the individual. In this episode, Mark Pearson and Chuck Etsweiler discuss the concept of benchmarking and comparison in investing. While benchmarking can hinder clarity and progress toward financial …
Do you truly understand your investments? In this revealing episode, Mark Pearson and Chuck Etsweiler dive into the often misunderstood world of investing, examining why even seasoned investors and financial advisors stumble. They question common beliefs about market predictions, the role of financial advisors, and why so many investors are left in the dark about …
When it comes to media hype and its influences on investments – can you separate facts from fear? In this episode, Mark Pearson and Chuck Etsweiler dive into media hype, its potential impact on investment choices, and the dangers of getting swept up by it. Drawing parallels between media tendencies and the saying “disasters come …
Do you need clarification about the indexing conundrum? The concept of indexing raises intriguing questions and challenges in today’s dynamic market. Join Mark Pearson and Chuck Etzweiler in this episode as they dive into the indexing issue and its impact on portfolio performance. They uncover the valuable lesson of clarity in understanding why your portfolio …
As Chuck Etzweiler states in this episode, human beings were created to thrive on relationships and rely on interaction with other humans, not AI. Artificial Intelligence allows for a less emotional experience and can taint several processes they create. In this episode, Mark Pearson speaks with Chuck Etzweiler to discuss the art versus the science …
Investment planning is largely considered a science, with a focus on numbers and returns. In reality, it is an artistic mindset that allows investors to understand what the best options are instead of what will grant the highest returns. In this episode, Mark Pearson speaks with Chuck Etzweiler on the difference between the scientific and …
In the financial industry, there are several narratives that get passed around that might scare some people into making certain decisions that might not benefit them. In this episode, Mark Pearson is joined by Chuck Etzweiler in this two-part mini-series to discuss what ultimate clarity is and how you can get that through understanding the …
In the financial industry, there are several narratives that get passed around that might scare some people into making certain decisions that might not benefit them. In this episode, Mark Pearson is joined by Chuck Etzweiler in this two-part mini-series to discuss what ultimate clarity is and how you can get that through understanding the …
At the end of the day, clarity is the single most important aspect of investing. In this episode, Mark Pearson talks with Chuck Etzweiler, MBA, CIMA®, CFP®, CMT, to identify three common investing biases and how each of them influence investing decisions. Mark and Chuck discuss: Why most investors are over diversified Why investors are …
When you don’t have clarity in your investing, biases can derail your actual objectives. In this episode, Mark Pearson talks with returning guest, Chuck Etzweiler, MBA, CIMA®, CFP®, CMT to discuss common investing biases. They share three of the six biases in investing to help you make more informed investing decisions. Mark and Chuck discuss: …