A Guide to the Fast Follow Investor Blog (and Podcast)
So, why did I start a wealth-building blog?
In 2003, I regaled a friend with tales of long-term disability insurance (LTD). Yep. I had re-read Personal Finance for Dummies by Eric Tyson and learned that my most valuable asset was my ability to work! Its loss could be devastating.
Fast forward 10 years. My friend shared that he bought LTD insurance soon after we spoke that day… and it’s a good thing. Two years later, he learned he had Parkinson’s disease. Now, he can no longer work (for pay). Our short conversation proved to be worth hundreds of thousands of dollars to him and his family.
That is the origin of my story. I have something important to say about money, investing, and business. And it has real value.
It’s taken me another 10 years of investing and entrepreneurial pursuits to gain the wisdom required of a teacher. Finally, it’s time to share what I’ve learned...
Is Fast Follow Investor meant for you?
The answer is yes, if:
Here is a short post describing my typical reader.
What key ideas do I teach?
I teach an integrated wealth-creation strategy built on 3 key ideas. (You can click through to learn more about each one.)
“Idols” is my thesis for most effectively growing personal wealth. I will help you successfully blend cash savings, two investment styles, and entrepreneurship to achieve your savings goal.
This is an investment strategy only recently available to individual investors like me (and you). It complements my buy & hold portfolio of passive index funds.
Fast Follow Investing is a type of quantitative, trend investing called tactical asset allocation (TAA) that manages market risk. Stock-like returns and protection against severe losses can help you reach financial freedom faster.
Idols and Fast Follow Investing persist through the life-changing magic of monthly date nights. Getting takeout (and a sitter) leads to greater wealth and a better life…by keeping you and your partner accountable!
What key principles do I stand for?
I believe in clear thinking and even clearer writing. No fluff. You will find that these 3 principles permeate what I share. (You can click through to learn more about each one.)
We, humans, find it difficult to stay rational and emotionless when investing. Was investing designed to drive us mad?! I argue that good planning, practice, and social support can change our natural tendencies.
Famed investor Howard Marks describes first-level thinking as simplistic and superficial. Second-level thinking is deep, complex, and convoluted. It is harder than ever in this era of sound bites, clickbait, and dwindling attention spans.
But, second-level thinkers value going deeper to learn “why”. We are more comfortable with complicated and nuanced answers.
In sports, the very best teams enjoy a strong offense and defense. Each need not be the absolute best. But, both must be top-notch to win championships.
We must be opportunistic and exploit our edge (good offense). We should bet on ourselves when we have the greatest chance to succeed. At the same time, we must use sound risk management (good defense). By always controlling the size of our “bet”, we cap any losses suffered.
How can you join the community?
If you and I are a match, I urge you to subscribe to my free monthly email. In it, I share my very best thinking for building wealth and living a well-intentioned life.
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If you're like me and learn better through listening, please check out my podcast. The podcast is a companion to my blog. I will post weekly to both!
Thanks so much, and I'm really excited to have you along on this journey to financial independence!