2023 was a year filled with surprises. It showed us how different predictions are from reality. As we kick off a year that is already starting with a lot of uncertainty and ending with a presidential election, it's critical to keep the lessons we have already learned top of mind.

The key to successful outcomes is to block out the noise and focus on what matters over the long term. Market fluctuations are like the turbulence that a well-positioned portfolio can weather. It is imperative to stay disciplined, avoid emotional investment decisions, and continuously align your portfolio with personal priorities.

There will be bumps along the way. Getting over the bumps and to the other side is what separates the best from the rest.

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Episode Highlights

00:03: Intro00:38: Current market dynamics and earnings expectations.02:19: Uncertainty around interest rates and difficulty predicting markets.03:24: Impact of the upcoming presidential election on markets and portfolio positioning.04:30: Prioritizing short-term goals.05:53: Emotional investment decisions and the importance of personal priorities.08:50: Text us!