Markets have been all over the place lately. You’ve probably felt it, even if you’re not watching the numbers every day.
And when things get choppy, it’s easy to react. Sell too soon. Miss the rebound. But volatility isn’t just noise. It’s also where opportunity shows up.
Here’s one way to look at it: baseball.
A hitter who fails seven times out of ten can still make it to the Hall of Fame. Because greatness isn’t about one game. It’s about showing up again and again. Staying focused. Playing smart.
Investing works the same way. Historically, the stock market ends the year higher about 70% of the time. That doesn’t mean it’s smooth or easy. But over time, those who stick with a strategy often come out ahead.
So what does that mean for your portfolio?
It means you don’t have to swing for the fences. Some of the best results come from playing small ball. Stringing together singles. Protecting your base. Having a bullpen of safety assets ready when the market opens a window.
That’s how you build something that lasts. Not just for this year, but for the whole career.
Is your portfolio built to last a season, or a legacy?