Sketch Guy: The Paradox of Finding Motivation Through Fear
Stepping outside your comfort zone can be scary, but also exciting. After all, what doesn’t kill you makes you stronger.
Sketch Guy: When Feelings of Comfort Trump Spreadsheet Math
Which one is truly better? The paid-off mortgage or the growing stock portfolio backed by a spreadsheet proving you are…
Sketch Guy: Learning to Take Responsibility When Things Go Wrong
It’s common to blame others for our problems, but that reaction doesn’t solve anything. It’s more valuable to learn from…
Sketch Guy: In Politics as in Investments, a Long-Term Outlook Can Soothe
Take a step back from what’s happening right now and remember that the political system is remarkably resilient, a financial…
Sketch Guy: Make a Plan on How to Handle Risk, Then Stick to It
Many investors plan in advance on how they will handle risk, but when they face the real thing they tend…
Sketch Guy: Accepting the Uncertainty of Our Financial Life
Predicting the future is impossible, but accepting that reality can be difficult for some, a financial planner writes.
Sketch Guy: Spend the Money for the Good Boots, and Wear Them Forever
The cheaper, lower-quality item can be a bad deal if you’ll have to replace it several times before the more…
Sketch Guy: During Market Turmoil, Just Listen to Your Financial Plan
There are many reasons having a financial plan is valuable, but maybe the most significant is that it can help…
Sketch Guy: Saying No, So You Can Say Yes When It Matters
Mastering the art of turning down requests frees us to focus our energies on the important projects, a financial planner…
Sketch Guy: When Financial Talk Turns Personal
One comment from a friend or even a stranger about a major purchase can consume you, but you shouldn’t let…