by Doug Goldstein CFP® | Oct 8, 2014 | Chess, Strategic Thinking
As Garry Kasparov pointed out in the title of his book, “life imitates chess.” That being the case, an examination of chess may provide some valuable insights into portfolio management. When talented chess players develop their pieces, they place them on squares that... Click for more
by Doug Goldstein CFP® | Oct 1, 2014 | Other, Strategic Thinking
What to do if someone breaks into your email (This is an important article that explains what you need to do if someone gets access to your email or bank account. Please tweet it, put it on your Facebook and share it with your friends and family. It could save... Click for more
by Doug Goldstein CFP® | Sep 22, 2014 | Chess Strategies, Strategic Thinking
If you’re wondering whether to invest your money or expand your business, you may find using SWOT analysis strategy very helpful: Many chess players use the strategy of finding their opponent’s weakest point and chipping away at it slowly throughout the game.... Click for more
by Doug Goldstein CFP® | Aug 25, 2014 | Chess Strategies, Financial Strategies, Strategic Thinking
(A little further on in this article, I’m going to give you a critical free resource that you can use right now in order to start planning your investments like a professional. You’ll love it, so keep reading.) Financial strategy is a long-term vision for how you want... Click for more
by Doug Goldstein CFP® | Aug 20, 2014 | Chess Strategies, Strategic Thinking
Chess grandmasters have developed a large database of the best opening moves. Playing white, your first move gives you a choice of 16 pawn moves and 4 knight moves, for a total of 20 possible first moves. And after that first move, each player can choose from hundreds... Click for more
by Doug Goldstein CFP® | Aug 18, 2014 | Decision Making, Inspirational Quotes, Strategic Thinking
The low correlation between current events and long-term performance, along with a deluge of information, causes stress and often leads to poor financial decisions. Taken from Chapter 1of Rich As A King, “Avoid These Mistakes and You’re Halfway... Click for more