
Invested Poorly: Sad Tales of FInancial Fails
Claim This Podcastby Jeff Harrell | Are You FI
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<p>When it comes to navigating the twists and turns of stock market investing, do you choose poorly? Or wisely? Experience suggests most of us are bad investors, although you may not hear this from speaking with friends and family. Sadly, the compounding effect of poor investment decisions can add up to a lot of money lost and time wasted. <br><br>On “Invested Poorly: Sad Tales of FInancial Fails,” host Jeff Harrell offers unique perspective and energy as he guides you through common pitfalls that trap everyday investors. You’ll hear real-life investing stories sure to make you laugh, cry, think, and learn. These “don’t let this happen to you” lessons teach you to recognize, and eliminate, the bad behavioral tendencies most investors have—so you can become the hero of your own investment story. <br><br>You might be surprised (or you might not!) when you realize just how attainable financial independence (FI) can be if you invest simply and “ignore the noise.” <br><br>Start with the show "Introduction" episode and join Jeff on the investing adventure today!<br><br>ABOUT YOUR HOST: Jeff Harrell spent over two decades as a financial advisor, portfolio manager, and public speaker. He left his financial services career for a more flexible, less stressful, location independent (LI) lifestyle, and now enjoys educating family, friends—and everyday investors—on how to invest their money wisely.</p>
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Recent Episodes

May 27, 2025
BONUS: My Investment Portfolio…From Stocks to Bonds to Cash
Host Jeff Harrell unveils his personal investment portfolio, detailing his asset allocation across stocks, bonds, and cash, and explains how life events shaped his investment choices.

May 27, 2025
Wrap-Up Season 3 – Invested Poorly: Sad Tales of FInancial Fails (S3 E11)
Host Jeff Harrell summarizes season three of the podcast, reviewing discussions on stocks, bonds, legacy planning, and managing investor fears.

May 27, 2025
Fear-Based Investing…Never a Good Idea (S1 E10)
Jeff Harrell discusses how fear-based investment strategies like stop-loss orders and annuities often lead to disappointing results, advising investors to manage fear by accepting volatility in this episode.
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- What is Invested Poorly: Sad Tales of FInancial Fails?
<p>When it comes to navigating the twists and turns of stock market investing, do you choose poorly? Or wisely? Experience suggests most of us are bad investors, although you may not hear this from speaking with friends and family. Sadly, the compounding effect of poor investment decisions can add up to a lot of money lost and time wasted. <br><br>On “Invested Poorly: Sad Tales of FInancial Fails,” host Jeff Harrell offers unique perspective and energy as he guides you through common pitfalls that trap everyday investors. You’ll hear real-life investing stories sure to make you laugh, cry, think, and learn. These “don’t let this happen to you” lessons teach you to recognize, and eliminate, the bad behavioral tendencies most investors have—so you can become the hero of your own investment story. <br><br>You might be surprised (or you might not!) when you realize just how attainable financial independence (FI) can be if you invest simply and “ignore the noise.” <br><br>Start with the show "Introduction" episode and join Jeff on the investing adventure today!<br><br>ABOUT YOUR HOST: Jeff Harrell spent over two decades as a financial advisor, portfolio manager, and public speaker. He left his financial services career for a more flexible, less stressful, location independent (LI) lifestyle, and now enjoys educating family, friends—and everyday investors—on how to invest their money wisely.</p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
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