Howe & Rusling Intern

The Olympic Games gathers attention from around the world and billions of eyes turn their attention to one stage where the top athletes compete for the title of being the best. These athletes are committed to improving every part of themselves and their routine to ensure victory. But not everyone can be the greatest athlete of all time, some of us just need to find a way to save for the next vacation or pay off student loans. Many people feel anxiety about their financial situation but there might be something to learn from these athletes who rise to the top. Their mindset shapes how they live and compete. They have clear goals, are disciplined in their approach, are open to learning, are ready to overcome setbacks, and know how to reward themselves for victory. Just as Olympians train for years to compete at the highest level, you too must prepare and make a holistic plan with the hope of achieving financial success because each pillar of an athlete’s mindset can also be applied to your financial strategy.  

Have you been receiving phone calls from numbers you don’t recognize? Has your email inbox been filling up with scams? As a college student with an active life in my community, I am constantly being bombarded by scammers every day. These scams are disguised through false marketing campaigns, illegitimate school or work emails, or some other entity that is personalized to me, such as my doctor’s office or friends and family.