Ahead of time Quote by Joel Greenblatt
“Over the long term, despite significant drops from time to time, stocks (especially an intelligently selected stock portfolio) will be one of your best investment options. The trick is to GET to the long term. Think in terms of 5 years, 10 years and longer. Do your planning and asset allocation ahead of time. Choose a portion of your assets to invest in the stock market - and stick with it! Yes, the bad times will come, but over the truly long term, the good times will win out - and I hope the lessons from 2008 will help get you there to enjoy them.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Little Book of Common Sense Investing, Joel Greenblatt, 2019
Long‑term stock investing, despite short‑term dips, yields strong returns; patience is key.
In simple terms: Stocks grow over time; stay patient.
Key Takeaway
Commit to long‑term investing.
Themes
finance
patience
investment strategy
Mood
cautious
optimistic
Type
educational
practical
When to use this quote
- retirement planning
- wealth building
- portfolio diversification
Key Concepts
compound interest
market cycles
risk management
Questions to Reflect On
- How will you stay the course?
- What time horizon suits you?
A Different Perspective
Market crashes can test resolve.
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