Joe Franklin - CFP’s Post

Some get great results but fail to build relationships and develop people under them. How are you doing at developing and discipling other leaders?

China Sending Gold, MicroStrategy ... to the MOON Will the China RALLY last? Over the past month, China's stimulus measures provided a two week rally that blew away everything else. Since then, it seems most have realized that it may take more to revive their economy. The stimulus helped their stock market, but it seems it may help Gold and Cryptocurrencies more. For more click the video link in the comments :)

Fear - False Evidence Appearing Real This keeps us from achievement of most things Faith in Action overcomes Fear

Jimmy Page was a part of TWO Iconic Rock Bands. Yet before being part of these groups he was just a studio musician. Many times we think we are better off going it alone. Yet this keeps us from teaming up with others who accentuate our strengths and allow us to do great work together.

China Realizes Monetary Stimulus is NOT ENOUGH They recently announced a new fiscal stimulus package. They are having a hard time getting banks to lend and consumers to borrow and spend. The real estate market may have further to fall. Many like David Tepper and Goldman Sachs are telling us they are buying the China stock market with both hands. Current reports tell us this is indeed the case, but the 3Q trade reports have yet to be released.

Be Fearful when others are Greedy Be Greedy when others are Fearful Warren Buffett Investor Sentiment is moving to exceedingly Bullish. This is typically a bad sign. We usually want to sell into bullishness and buy into bearishness. When the bulls exceed the bears by 30% or more, the next six months averages a 1% return or less. Bonds are likely to do better when we hit these levels.

How are you showcasing your LOVE to others? Studies have shown that people need 5 positive experiences for every 1 negative experience to feel love for each other. Have you made deposits to the "Love Bank" for those you Love today?

Boundaries are meant for Protection Unfortunately, especially for those of us with kids, some may mistake boundaries as punishment. Communication is necessary to explain the difference. If a child asks why, this is good. If we love ourselves and others we set healthy boundaries. Boundaries are meant for protection for us and others.

In Todays Society we Admire the Rugged Individualist These people move upwards in their early career, often faster than others. They make great performers, producers and sales people. But in order to make great strides further down the road, teamwork becomes more and more necessary. We want to embrace new thinking, hire and develop new skillls and grow as individuals and teams to move forward.

God Trains up those He Loves Walk with Him and you will be like the tree planted beside the streams. He teaches us patience. He teaches us Faith. He teaches us to Speak Truth with Love. What lessons is God teaching you currently?