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This week's blogpost - https://bahnsen.co/3IOsn3v
Rethinking the Volatility Paradigm with Ishan Chhabra
In this episode of the Thoughts and Money Podcast, host Trevor Cummings and his colleague Blaine Carver welcome guest Ishan Chhabra to discuss his article, 'When Risk Isn't What it Seems.' They explore the traditional views of risk and volatility in finance, highlighting the differences between individual and institutional perspectives. The conversation delves into emotional biases, the importance of understanding one's own risk tolerance, and how financial advisors can help clients navigate these complexities. They also touch on strategies like dollar cost averaging, the concept of loss aversion, and the benefits of having a diversified portfolio. Throughout the episode, the trio emphasizes the value of personalized financial planning and the role of experienced advisors in helping clients make informed decisions.
00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction
00:31 Overview of the Article: Rethinking Risk
01:03 Institutional vs. Individual Risk Perception
02:08 Behavioral Economics and Risk
03:47 Volatility and Time Horizon
04:36 Real-Life Analogies of Risk
06:19 Financial Advisory and Risk Management
09:35 Emotional Biases in Investing
14:57 The Role of Financial Advisors
20:52 Investment Strategies and Risk Mitigation
25:19 Conviction in Investment Decisions
26:09 Understanding Inflation and Long-Term Risk
27:03 Customizing Financial Plans
31:09 The Importance of Diversification
32:39 Human Behavior and Financial Decisions
33:03 Balancing Emotional and Mathematical Aspects
37:00 Personalizing Financial Advice
42:33 Balancing Risk and Reward
49:13 Concluding Thoughts and Listener Engagement
Links mentioned in this episode:
http://thoughtsonmoney.com
http://thebahnsengroup.com
Rethinking the Volatility Paradigm with Ishan Chhabra
In this episode of the Thoughts and Money Podcast, host Trevor Cummings and his colleague Blaine Carver welcome guest Ishan Chhabra to discuss his article, 'When Risk Isn't What it Seems.' They explore the traditional views of risk and volatility in finance, highlighting the differences between individual and institutional perspectives. The conversation delves into emotional biases, the importance of understanding one's own risk tolerance, and how financial advisors can help clients navigate these complexities. They also touch on strategies like dollar cost averaging, the concept of loss aversion, and the benefits of having a diversified portfolio. Throughout the episode, the trio emphasizes the value of personalized financial planning and the role of experienced advisors in helping clients make informed decisions.
00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction
00:31 Overview of the Article: Rethinking Risk
01:03 Institutional vs. Individual Risk Perception
02:08 Behavioral Economics and Risk
03:47 Volatility and Time Horizon
04:36 Real-Life Analogies of Risk
06:19 Financial Advisory and Risk Management
09:35 Emotional Biases in Investing
14:57 The Role of Financial Advisors
20:52 Investment Strategies and Risk Mitigation
25:19 Conviction in Investment Decisions
26:09 Understanding Inflation and Long-Term Risk
27:03 Customizing Financial Plans
31:09 The Importance of Diversification
32:39 Human Behavior and Financial Decisions
33:03 Balancing Emotional and Mathematical Aspects
37:00 Personalizing Financial Advice
42:33 Balancing Risk and Reward
49:13 Concluding Thoughts and Listener Engagement
Links mentioned in this episode:
http://thoughtsonmoney.com
http://thebahnsengroup.com
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