When I set a clear intention, the universe always conspires with me to help me create it. That’s the good news. The other news is the help often comes where I am least expecting it. At Mackey Advisors we have been on a path of learning how to see our services through the eyes of our [...]
Merriam-Webster defines intention as a determination to act in a certain way. Intention is what motivates us to do what we do every day. You may be conscious of your intentions or it may simply be programmed in your way of doing. Either way, it is connected to your why – why you wake up in the [...]
“What is your intention?” It’s a big question, and one that leads nearly every aspect of your life – including the parts that deal with money. An investment intent is based on the intractable belief we have in the principles and practices that guide our decision-making for our investment portfolios. In times of market upheaval and [...]
Our work lives can be pretty hectic at times. We have all been there. It is very easy to let ourselves get caught up in the day to day tasks and never step back to take a look at the bigger picture. While day to day operations are very important, this is only a piece of [...]
For years I dreamed of having a lake house. I could picture the view of the lake in my mind and imagined the serenity I would feel sitting on my screen porch. The more stressful my days, the more I thought about the lake house. When it came down to taking the necessary steps to make [...]
For years I dreamed of having a lake house. I could picture the view of the lake in my mind and imagined the serenity I would feel sitting on my screen porch. The more stressful my days, the more I thought about the lake house. When it came down to taking the necessary steps to make [...]
Wealth is a number. When you have a wealth plan you have a number to achieve so you can quit working. Wealth is the end game. If I can just get to $X then I can, fill in the blank. But, where is your life in that conversation? Where is your purpose? Your passion? Your joy? [...]
When I was young I thought being a collector was one of those things you grew up to be. Most of the people I knew had something they collected and at first blush it seemed to bring them happiness. My Mother loved old glass, especially pink glass, and her home was filled with it. In my [...]
In episode 3, Mackey discusses the importance of aligning your actions with your intentions. Reminding us all it is not how fast you get there, but where you are going that matters. View all of our episodes of Ask Mackey.
Action is the force that moves us from one place to another. Action without intention will get you somewhere. Action paired with intention will get you where you want to be. Would you rather get somewhere or get where you want to be? Kind of a silly question when you put it that way isn’t it? [...]