This past weekend, the Orlando Valkyries walked into the Pro Volleyball Federation Championship not knowing how the match would unfold. The pressure was high. The stakes? Even higher. Their opponent, the Indy Ignite, was fierce. The crowd was loud. The scoreboard was unpredictable.
But the Valkyries didn’t focus on what they didn’t know.
They focused on what they did know.
They knew Brittany Abercrombie would come through with power.
They knew their setter, Shampoo, would read the floor and deliver.
They knew their defense could adjust mid-rally.
And most importantly, they knew each other’s strengths—and they trusted those strengths.
That trust, that clarity, and that execution under pressure brought them the championship.
And isn’t that where many of us are living right now?
The headlines are uncertain.
Interest rates have whiplash.
Housing supply is tight in some places and bloated in others.
Financial markets feel like they’re playing dodgeball with our plans.
In seasons like this, it’s tempting to throw our hands up and say, “Well, we’ll just see what happens.”
But here’s the truth: you don’t need to control the outcome to play with confidence.
You just need to play what you know.
So what do you know?
You might not be able to predict what the market will do next, but:
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You do know your income and expenses.
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You do know how much risk you’re comfortable with.
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You do know the value of long-term planning.
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You do know who’s in your corner.
When you feel unsure, the smartest thing you can do is get back to your fundamentals.
That might look like revisiting your budget.
It might mean having a conversation with your financial coach, or CPA or me.
It might mean pausing unnecessary expenses or choosing to invest in something with long-term value—like upgrading your property instead of chasing a quick win.
Like the Valkyries, the game isn’t won by reacting to everything the opponent throws.
It’s won by executing what you trained for.
Championship Mindset, Everyday Life
Think about it—Shampoo, the Valkyries’ MVP setter, didn’t score the points herself.
Her gift was in setting others up.
She created opportunities, over and over, with precision and trust.
That’s what a good strategy does in your life.
It doesn’t guarantee every spike hits the floor, but it does give you rhythm, consistency, and direction—even when life throws you curveballs.
You don’t have to guess what’s coming next to move forward.
You just need a playbook you trust.
Where Are You Putting Your Focus?
The Valkyries could have focused on the chaos—on the pressure, the noise, the unpredictable nature of a final.
Instead, they focused on communication, trust, and strategy.
You can do the same.
Instead of obsessing over the next news headline, ask:
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What systems do I already have in place?
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Who are my “teammates” in this season—those I can count on?
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What small adjustment could help me play smarter, not harder?
In A Nutshell . . .
Life won’t always give you guarantees.
The financial markets won’t always be smooth.
But certainty isn’t about knowing the outcome.
It’s about knowing what’s solid beneath your feet.
Just like the Valkyries, you can move forward with clarity by playing to your strengths, trusting your preparation, and relying on the people and strategies that have already proven dependable.
If you’re not sure where to start—financially, strategically, or personally—reach out.
You don’t have to figure it out alone.
Sometimes, all you need is someone to help set the play so you can make the next move with confidence.