Have you ever wondered what sets professional investors apart from the rest?

While amateur investors often ask, “What should I invest in?”, the pros are more concerned with “How should I invest?” This distinction is vital.

Here’s why focusing on the ‘how’—the process—is crucial:

Clear Guidelines: A well-defined process ensures you stay aligned with your long-term goals, preventing impulsive reactions to daily headlines or market noise.

Control: Concentrate on factors you can manage—like diversifying to mitigate risks and being mindful of costs and taxes. The market’s ups and downs? Those are beyond anyone’s control.

Consistency: With a robust investment process, you have a reliable benchmark to measure against. Instead of being swayed by every piece of news, you can ask: “Does this change my strategy?” More often than not, the answer is “no.”

By committing to a structured investment process, you avoid the pitfalls of chasing fleeting market trends or second-guessing your choices. The result? A smoother journey to your financial destination.

Are your investment decisions driven more by the ‘what’ or the ‘how’? I’d love to hear your thoughts.