Published: August 20, 2025
Seeing Volatility as Part of the Investing Journey
In our last video, Rob Beardmore explained why volatility is a normal part of investing and why it’s not something to fear. Today, we’re going to take a step further back and look at volatility from a historical perspective. By examining past market cycles—like the dot-com bubble, the 2008 financial crisis, and the COVID crash—we can see that, while unsettling at the time, these periods of volatility were eventually followed by recoveries, and even new market highs.
Rob reminds us, "Volatility is part of the journey. It’s not a detour from it." In this video, Rob provides a deeper understanding of why market downturns aren’t a reason to panic, and how some of the biggest gains happen when the market rebounds.
Here’s what you’ll learn in the video:
- Volatility is a part of the journey: Why market fluctuations are inevitable and even beneficial to long-term success.
- Historical perspective: How past market events show that volatility is normal, and recovery is possible.
- The importance of staying the course: Why resilience and patience in your financial strategy are essential for long-term success.
If you’re feeling uneasy or uncertain about the market, that’s completely normal. Let’s talk about how you can stay focused and on track with your financial goals.
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