Brian Feroldi

Brian Feroldi, an investing expert and founder of Long Term Mindset, dives into 25 essential money rules that can shape your financial future. He simplifies complex concepts like the rule of 72 for growth and the 4% rule for retirement. Listeners learn about balancing risk and stability as they approach retirement, essential strategies for debt management, and how to build robust emergency funds. Feroldi also highlights the significance of understanding advisor costs and optimizing investment fees, making money management approachable for everyone.

Brian Feroldi, a skilled content creator and writer for the Motley Fool, dives into the valuation mindset spectrum and its implications for investors. He shares insights on the evolution of value investing, contrasting it with growth strategies. The podcast highlights key valuation methods for various growth stages, along with lessons learned from market volatility in 2022. Feroldi discusses stock-based compensation and evaluates companies like NVIDIA and MercadoLibre, shedding light on the importance of tailored investment strategies and long-term thinking.

Brian Feroldi, a contributor from Long Term Mindset, shares his expertise in stock valuation and investment strategies. He discusses how to research companies effectively and the importance of analyzing cash flow for financial health. Feroldi emphasizes the significance of assessing company moats, or competitive advantages, and highlights the role of strong customer relationships in a company's success. He provides actionable tips for beginners on evaluating financial statements and encourages a long-term mindset for sustainable investing.

Learn about essential investing concepts like stock definitions, market behavior, and reasons for market recovery. Discover strategies for starting investing, the dominance of the US stock market, and the benefits of index funds. Explore the impact of fear and greed on decision-making, efficient investment solutions, and the resilience of the stock market post-crashes. Dive into the connection between recessions and innovation, with examples like Instagram and Uber.

In this episode I talk to Brian Feroldi. Brian is an incredible creator in the investing space. He Tweets about money, investing, and self-improvement. He also has a free newsletter with over 40,000 subscribers.Today Brian talks about his recent experience migrating his newsletter to ConvertKit. He’s also a member of the ConvertKit Sponsor Network. I haven’t said much about the Sponsor Network, so Brian shares how he’s using it to book sponsors.The bulk of our conversation, however, is about Twitter and how he’s grown his account to over 400,000 followers. Brian has an interesting idea using your Twitter profile as a sales page, and he explains why conversion rates are important. We also pull up my Twitter profile and Brian gives it a tear down live on the show.In this episode, you’ll learn:How to get more followers on TwitterTwitter profile strategies that increase your conversion rateWhy your Tweets aren’t getting more impressionsHow to write Twitter threads that people will shareLinks & Resources (H5)ConvertKit Sponsor NetworkSahil BloomJames ClearTim UrbanBlake BurgeAustin LiebermanBrian’s Links (H5)Brian’s newsletterFollow Brian on TwitterConnect with Brian on FacebookBrian is on InstagramCheck out Brian on YouTubeBrian’s LinkedIn page

In this engaging discussion, Brian Feroldi, a renowned financial creator and author, shares insights on the entrepreneurial journey of Jimmy Buffett and The Motley Fool's effective marketing strategies. He reveals innovative business ideas for creators, including back office services and newsletter acquisition. Brian emphasizes the untapped potential of LinkedIn for monetization while exploring the importance of community engagement versus traditional conversion tactics. Tune in for a wealth of actionable advice for aspiring entrepreneurs in the creator economy!

In this insightful discussion, financial educator and YouTuber Brian Feroldi shares his counterintuitive investing philosophy and the importance of checklists in evaluating risk. He delves into market volatility since COVID-19, advocating for strategies like dollar-cost averaging. Brian emphasizes tailoring investment portfolios with a focus on understanding market capitalization and offers advice on navigating complex stock evaluations. He also reveals strategies for knowing when to sell and highlights the potential of asymmetric bets for high rewards.

In this enlightening discussion, Brian Feroldi, a stock market expert and frequent guest, shares insights on the stock market's remarkable rise, with the S&P 500 gaining 25% in 2024. He emphasizes the importance of understanding investment horizons and managing expectations. Feroldi highlights that the top 10 S&P 500 companies now represent 39% of the index's value, urging caution in concentrated investments. The conversation also covers current market valuations and the potential impact of emerging technologies on future investment strategies.

In this episode: investing, losing money hurts, pessimism, optimism, index funds, psychology, history, and building wealth. Whether you're a confident investor or weary of playing the market, there is still a lot to be learned when it comes to your investments. This week we are re-joined by friend of the podcast Brian Feroldi to discuss important truths and takeaways he’s learned as a decades-long investor, from navigating the psychology and history of the market, to focusing on longevity and simplicity rather than getting rich quick. When listening to this episode, remember that playing the market doesn’t have to be a complicated game, and no one should feel un-equipped to invest! Just be sure to understand that investing will never be a perfect journey, and preparing yourself for low points may help you make better decisions in the long run! Brian Feroldi: Website: brianferoldi.com Twitter: @brianferoldi Book: “Why Does The Stock Market Go Up?: Everything You Should Have Been Taught About Investing In School, But Weren’t” By Brian Feroldi Timestamps: 0:41 - Introduction 4:27 - You Will Be Wrong 9:45 - Losing Money HURTS 12:54 - Humans Are Naturally Bad Investors 16:09 - Pessimism And Optimism 20:22 - The Power Of Index Funds 22:31 - The Power Of History And Psychology 24:45 - Avoiding Ruin Is A Skill 28:56 - Keeping It Simple 35:24 - To Build Wealth, You Need To Invest 37:50 - Conclusion Resources Mentioned In Today’s Episode: "Poor Charlie’s Almanack: The Essential Wit and Wisdom of Charles T. Munger" by Charles T. Munger "The Psychology of Money: Timeless lessons on wealth, greed, and happiness" by Morgan Housel "Expectations Investing: Reading Stock Prices for Better Returns" by Michael J. Mauboussin Subscribe to The FI Weekly! More Helpful Links and Resources: Earn $1,000 in cashback with ChooseFI's 3-card credit card strategy Share FI by sending a friend ChooseFI: Your Blueprint to Financial Independence Keep learning or start a new side hustle with one of our educational courses Commission-Free Investing with M1 Finance

Brian Feroldi, a passionate financial educator and YouTuber, shares invaluable insights for tech professionals. He discusses the importance of due diligence when considering equity compensation from public tech companies. Learn how to balance the allure of startups with the stability of established giants like Google and Amazon. Brian emphasizes understanding key financial metrics and adopting conservative investing strategies. He also encourages a transition from an employee mindset to an investor perspective, stressing continuous learning and strategic decision-making.