No one will deny we, as a country, are going through an odd period in history. When you mix the lingering effects of a long pandemic, a booming (though starting […]
Why I Don’t Fear a “Summer Slump”
For many people, summer is a time for relaxing at the beach, barbeques, gardening, and enjoying the sunshine. But for the stock market, things aren’t usually so rosy. Historically, the […]
Optimistic and Prepared Investors
I’ve been a financial advisor for a long time. I’ve seen periods of rapid expansion and contraction. I’ve witnessed extreme highs and lows in the stock market. Throughout the years, […]
High Inflation: We’ve Been Here Before (Don’t Panic!)
When you turn on the news lately, the buzzword on everyone’s lips is “inflation.” Reporters talk in serious tones about the rapidly rising rate of inflation and how it’s affecting […]
4 Ways Empathy Leads to Success
It can be easy to reduce the concept of empathy to a vague value that you were taught since kindergarten. Having empathy means having the ability to understand another’s feelings […]
The Power of Small Actions
There are many situations in life that are beyond your control. That’s the plain and simple reality. You can’t control the actions of politicians, or stop wars, or singlehandedly eliminate […]
5 Life Lessons from Nature
It may still be chilly in the upper Midwest, but spring is right around the corner. The snow will disappear, the crocuses and daffodils will begin popping up, and we’ll […]
Facing the Unknown
For the most part, people love certainty. We like to know we can count on the basics—a roof over our heads, food on the table, love from family and friends. […]
Loving Differences
February is known to be the month of love. We spend money on flowers, chocolates, and fancy dinners. If a significant other is not in the picture, we are told […]
Build Your Resilience
“Resilience is knowing that you are the only one that has the power and the responsibility to pick yourself up.” –Mary Holloway It’s that time of year in the Upper […]