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Analysis Paralysis or The Pareto Principle? [Podcast]

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Don’t you have the feeling of getting stuck between opinions and conflicting sources of information? Many investors confuse getting educated with spending hours analyzing data, metrics, opinions, and news. Instead, use the Pareto Principle to avoid Analysis Paralysis. Here's how! You can access Mike's portfolio building and managing philosophy in the DSR Recession-Proof Portfolio Workbook. Download it for free now! You'll Learn When exactly does analysis become a problem? What …

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How to Set the Right Benchmark [Podcast]

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When investing, what do you compare your results with? Why is it even important to do so? Today, we'll discuss benchmarks, and most importantly, how to set the right one for your goals! You'll Learn The pros and cons of having a benchmark. How using a benchmark helps you understand your investment strategy better. What should you do if you don't beat your benchmark? Is it possible to invest without comparing your results? Which benchmark to choose? Should you combine your US …

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How to Start Investing – Easy Steps to Grow A Solid Portfolio [Podcast Series]

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Buying the first stock is fun, but then what? How to save more money? How to select new positions? Throughout the entire process, you must also keep an eye on the forest, not just focus on the tree. Here are the easy steps to grow a solid portfolio! This episode is part III of a three-part series. Listen to 4 Strategies that Work here and to Select the Right Brokerage Account here. You'll Learn How to save money for investing in an efficient way. The pros and cons of using …

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How to Start Investing – Select the Right Brokerage Account [Podcast Series]

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How can you start investing if you don't even know which account or service you need!? What should you look for? Let's discuss the different types of investing platforms and accounts, how to use them, and which ones are the best for you! But first, Mike shares his favorite resources and books to gain the confidence needed to start investing. This episode is part II of a three-part series. You can listen to the previous one here. You'll Learn How to gain the confidence needed to start …

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How to Start Investing – 4 Strategies That Work [Podcast Series]

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We all want the retirement of our dreams. But starting to invest could be intimidating. If you don't know how to do it, this small series of three episodes should be your first stop. Today, we begin with 4 Strategies that Work to Start Investing. What's in it for you? Advisors, Robo-Advisors, ETFs, Stock Picking, and a few more tips down the way! You'll Learn The pros and cons of working with an advisor and how to find a good one. How do robo-advisors work and why should investors …

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What’s the Difference Between Cash Flow and Earnings and How to Use Them in Your Analyses [Podcast]

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If cash is king, then why the hell do we use earnings per share during quarterly reports? Today, we discuss cash flow versus earnings: what's their definition, their differences, and how to use them in your stock analyses. Listen now to assess the health and wealth of your buy list more easily! You'll Learn Why earnings are not equal to net income and what they really are. What's the real definition of Cash Flow and why it is important to follow it. Why Cash Flow is not included …

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