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The Real Risk in Investing? Inflation!

By Curt Stowers | June 15, 2018 | Comments Off on The Real Risk in Investing? Inflation!
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People always focus on the “risk” of the stock market. The reality is that the market is volatile—but NOT risky. In this week’s blog post I focus on the real risk in investing.

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Does the Market Hate Uncertainty—Or Do You?

By Curt Stowers | May 25, 2018 | Comments Off on Does the Market Hate Uncertainty—Or Do You?
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Personifying “The Market” feels good, but does it really make sense to do so? In my opinion, the market is rational and certain—it’s not an entity with thoughts and feelings. But people hate uncertainty! It’s people who act strangely when they perceive things as uncertain. How does the Uncertainty Paradox affect YOU?

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9 Key Questions for the Long-Term Investor

By Curt Stowers | May 18, 2018 | Comments Off on 9 Key Questions for the Long-Term Investor
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Often times individuals approach me about my “thoughts on the market.” Rarely do I provide them with the “silver bullet” that they are looking for when they ask. That’s because, in my opinion, there is no such thing. There are, however, some key questions that I believe all investors should ask. Nine such questions are:…

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HBR Classic – The Balanced Scorecard

By Curt Stowers | February 10, 2015 | Comments Off on HBR Classic – The Balanced Scorecard

So you’ve built the best team in the world, given them all of the tools, provided a great environment, and let them know you care. You’re done right? WRONG!

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