Turbulent times test everyone’s resolve—whether you’ve taken the long view for decades, are just beginning to embrace it, or still find yourself leaning on stock-picking instincts. No matter your background, chances are you’re hearing more chatter lately—around the office, at the gym, or over cocktails—about “the market.” Some are panicked. Others are simply asking, “What should I do now? What are you doing?”

Here’s our suggestion: Pause. Breathe. And consider sharing a copy of Odds On with your friend or colleague. (Just call, email, or click here to send a hard copy or audio version.) If you’re feeling uneasy yourself, revisit the book—or better yet, let’s talk. Need a quick refresher? Start with the Odds On summary of key takeaways.

While there’s no substitute for a real conversation to calm the nerves, not everyone has an advisor on speed dial—or a sleepless night may strike at 2:00 AM. That’s where Odds On comes in. For nearly a decade, it’s helped readers stay grounded, especially when markets feel like a rollercoaster. Yes, the book will turn 10 before we know it—but the philosophy behind it is backed by over a century of evidence and forms the bedrock of how we invest at Hill Investment Group.

Styles may drift in and out of favor, but taking the Long View means committing to a philosophy that consistently puts the odds of long-term success on your side—regardless of today’s headlines.

So, if you’re feeling uneasy, give us a call. Or pick up your copy of Odds On and revisit a few highlighted pages. And if someone you care about could use a steadier hand, let us know where to send their copy. We can’t control the market—but we can help you control how you think about it.

As we rapidly approach the 8th Birthday of Odds On: The Making of an Evidence-Based Investor, the book (in all its formats) remains as relevant now as it did when it first launched in 2016. This is a testament to the timelessness of the Taking the Long View investment strategy.

Thousands of people have been exposed to a “new” way of investing, while many others have reaffirmed their beliefs in evidence-based investing. It is the best investment strategy when you take the long view and don’t try to gamble your life savings by timing the market, hitching yourself to a “guru,” or thinking that the “Magnificent 7” is an entertaining cocktail party topic but not the way to build and maintain wealth.

Many clients and friends of the firm, as well as our team members, have gifted Odds On in both its traditional hardback format as well as the audio version that Matt Hall reads to his listeners; however, some folks continue to ask for an “Executive Summary” or a shortcut to taking the long view. Here, we answer that wish with a two-page summary with key takeaways that we hope propels readers to read or listen to the entire “real thing.”

Virtually everyone who gifts Odds On is simply trying to help a friend or family member invest to maximize the odds of success. It’s great to pass on to younger family members, friends, and others who are curious about the path you’ve chosen as an investor and provides a fast and simple way for you to help those close to you.

Obviously, we’re ready to send each of these folks the book or audiobook, too, but this can satisfy an immediate need. For those who are ready, let’s schedule a time to talk by clicking this link.

We love it when good people and good ideas come together. Consider joining us on May 17th at Hearth & Soul for an event focused on financial education with our Matt Hall. If you have yet to hear, Hearth and Soul is the vision of the businesswoman, mom, volunteer, and friend Susie Busch Transou. Susie’s love of hospitality, blended with the desire to enrich the lives of others, has come together to make Hearth and Soul a special place in St. Louis.

And as long-time clients and friends know, Matt Hall’s book Odds On came out seven years ago and is still making waves. The book has taken Matt from the Netherlands (Odds On has been converted to Dutch) all the way to North Dakota (where Matt spoke to a university investment group). Matt’s unique ability will be on full display during this event as he boils down the lessons learned over his successful career, helping others improve their odds of success.

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