A financial plan begins when you ask yourself why money is important to you and create goals that reflect your answer. After that, it’s a simple matter of assessing your spending, savings and investment and making adjustments that put you on track to achieve those goals.

Being a successful investor requires more than just knowledge of the markets and investment strategies. It requires an understanding of how your brain works, an ability to manage your emotions, and a willingness to embrace the unfamiliar and broaden your views. By staying rational, avoiding overconfidence, and managing your fear of market bubbles, you can make informed investment decisions that align with your long-term goals

Money can do an unbelievable amount of good in the world. And therefore, the more money you have yourself, the better – so long as you do the right thing with it and support causes you care about. By getting your own finances in order, increasing your earnings, and giving more money away, you can enrich both the world and yourself.