Why most investors fail and how the top 20% succeed

This week on Money and Investing, Mitch Olarenshaw and I talk about why 80% of investors fail and what sets the top 20% apart.

If you’re aiming to build wealth through investing, here are the key points to focus on:

1. Avoid emotion-driven decisions

Many investors act on fear or hype. The top performers stay calm and make decisions based on facts, not feelings.

2. Have a written plan

Successful investors don’t wing it. They follow a plan written down – not kept in their head –and stick to it despite the noise.

3. Detach from the emotion of money

Money is often tied to emotion. Treat it as a tool, not something to hold tightly. Let it work for you by focusing on logic and education.

4. Learn from mistakes

Even experienced investors get it wrong. What matters is adjusting your strategy and improving over time.

5. Take a long-term view

Short-term thinking leads to poor choices. Give your investments time to grow, whether it’s shares or property.

6. Manage risk first

Protecting what you’ve built is more important than chasing gains. Have a strategy to limit losses and keep some breathing room.

7. Build solid habits

Discipline, education, and sticking to a strategy are what set successful investors apart. It’s not luck – it’s consistency.

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