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Ironmans and Financial Advisors

Ironmans and Financial Advisors

Recently I finished a Half Ironman Triathlon in St. George, Utah. It was a great race: swimming 1.2 miles, biking 56 miles, and then running the half-marathon, 13.1 miles. That’s 70.3 miles in total! The elevation gain of just over 4,400 feet had me contemplating quitting. At times, it felt like torture. But I finished, and for me, I finished well, just 26 seconds shy of six hours. I was thrilled! I exceeded my expectations on a very tough course.

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Knowing the Why?

Knowing the Why?

For better or for worse, knowing why something is a certain way can make a world of difference in how we approach it. As advisors, understanding why can help us address our clients’ questions.

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Close the Gap Between Knowing and Doing

Close the Gap Between Knowing and Doing

Americans know a lot. We have all the data to know that physical exercise is important, nutritious diets improve our health, distracted driving is a bad choice, and saving for retirement when we are younger is a great idea. However, roadblocks (often in the form of fear and uncertainty) frequently prevent us from acting on all that information.

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