When the market gets shaky, too many investors react without a plan—and that’s when mistakes happen.

In this episode of The Games of Life Podcast, investment advisor representative, Ambar Reddekopp uses the childhood game “The Floor Is Lava” as a powerful metaphor for market volatility. She unpacks why volatility isn’t the enemy, how fear and headlines often cause more harm than market swings, and why a thoughtful, personalized strategy matters more than quick reactions. The conversation explores risk tolerance, time horizon, and the importance of planning a clear path forward—so investors don’t jump blindly when things feel unstable.

Schedule your complimentary call with Ambar and the Journey Financial Group team at 720-677-1562 or go to Journey4Wealth.com. And, if you’re in the Johnstown, Colorado area, drop in for Journey Financial Group’s monthly First Fridays with complimentary food and drinks in the office.

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When the market gets shaky, too many investors react without a plan&mdash;and that&rsquo;s when mistakes happen.
In this episode of&nbsp;The Games of Life Podcast, investment advisor representative, Ambar Reddekopp uses the childhood game &ldquo;The Floor Is Lava&rdquo; as a powerful metaphor for market volatility. She unpacks why volatility isn&rsquo;t the enemy, how fear and headlines often cause more harm than market swings, and why a thoughtful, personalized strategy matters more than quick reactions. The conversation explores risk tolerance, time horizon, and the importance of planning a clear path forward&mdash;so investors don&rsquo;t jump blindly when things feel unstable.
Schedule your complimentary call with Ambar and the Journey Financial Group team at 720-677-1562 or go to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.Journey4Wealth.com">Journey4Wealth.com</a>. And, if you&rsquo;re in the Johnstown, Colorado area, drop in for Journey Financial Group&rsquo;s monthly First Fridays with complimentary food and drinks in the office.
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The retirement journey is one of the greatest and most fulfilling trips you’ll ever embark on, and proper preparation and strategy can help you maximize your current situation while building towards a future that is everything you’ve been dreaming of.

Hosted by The Journey Financial Group president Ambar Reddekopp, The Games of Life Podcast aims to educate listeners on the many nuances of retirement planning. In a world where markets are always moving and nothing is a sure thing, having a strong backbone of financial education and information is key to feeling secure in the future you’re building for yourself. From growing your personal wealth, to managing your funds throughout retirement, The Games of Life provides insight that helps you be confident in the financial choices you make.  

The retirement journey is one of the greatest and most fulfilling trips you’ll ever embark on, and proper preparation and strategy can help you maximize your current situation while building towards a future that is everything you’ve been dreaming of.
Hosted by The Journey Financial Group president Ambar Reddekopp, The Games of Life Podcast aims to educate listeners on the many nuances of retirement planning. In a world where markets are always moving and nothing is a sure thing, having a strong backbone of financial education and information is key to feeling secure in the future you’re building for yourself. From growing your personal wealth, to managing your funds throughout retirement, The Games of Life provides insight that helps you be confident in the financial choices you make.

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When the Market Feels Like “The Floor Is Lava”

What if running your business feels productive—but you’re still guessing? Using Charades as the metaphor, this episode explores how business owners mistake activity for progress, miss critical signals, and make costly decisions without full clarity. The conversation breaks down blind spots that come from being too close to the work, why numbers are a form of communication, and how rapid‑fire decisions can send growth in the wrong direction. From pricing and hiring to marketing and mentorship, the episode highlights the value of slowing down, reading the signals correctly, and inviting outside perspective when the picture gets fuzzy.

Schedule your complimentary call with Ambar and the Journey Financial Group team at 720-677-1562 or go to Journey4Wealth.com. And, if you’re in the Johnstown, Colorado area, drop in for Journey Financial Group’s monthly First Fridays with complimentary food and drinks in the office.

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What if running your business feels productive&mdash;but you&rsquo;re still guessing? Using Charades as the metaphor, this episode explores how business owners mistake activity for progress, miss critical signals, and make costly decisions without full clarity. The conversation breaks down blind spots that come from being too close to the work, why numbers are a form of communication, and how rapid‑fire decisions can send growth in the wrong direction. From pricing and hiring to marketing and mentorship, the episode highlights the value of slowing down, reading the signals correctly, and inviting outside perspective when the picture gets fuzzy.
Schedule your complimentary call with Ambar and the Journey Financial Group team at 720-677-1562 or go to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.Journey4Wealth.com">Journey4Wealth.com</a>. And, if you&rsquo;re in the Johnstown, Colorado area, drop in for Journey Financial Group&rsquo;s monthly First Fridays with complimentary food and drinks in the office.
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Stop Guessing: When Business Feels Like Charades

What if a board game could explain why smart business owners still get stuck? Using Settlers of Catan as the framework, this episode breaks down how resource decisions, early positioning, and unpredictable forces mirror real-world business planning. The conversation explores why hoarding resources can stall growth, how strategic trades accelerate momentum, and why courage often matters more than perfect timing. From delegation dilemmas to market volatility, the episode reframes familiar challenges through a surprisingly practical lens. The takeaway isn’t about winning every roll—it’s about building flexibility, resilience, and options when outcomes aren’t fully in your control.

Schedule your complimentary call with Ambar and the Journey Financial Group team at 720-677-1562 or go to Journey4Wealth.com. And, if you’re in the Johnstown, Colorado area, drop in for Journey Financial Group’s monthly First Fridays with complimentary food and drinks in the office.

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What if a board game could explain why smart business owners still get stuck? Using Settlers of Catan as the framework, this episode breaks down how resource decisions, early positioning, and unpredictable forces mirror real-world business planning. The conversation explores why hoarding resources can stall growth, how strategic trades accelerate momentum, and why courage often matters more than perfect timing. From delegation dilemmas to market volatility, the episode reframes familiar challenges through a surprisingly practical lens. The takeaway isn&rsquo;t about winning every roll&mdash;it&rsquo;s about building flexibility, resilience, and options when outcomes aren&rsquo;t fully in your control.
Schedule your complimentary call with Ambar and the Journey Financial Group team at 720-677-1562 or go to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.Journey4Wealth.com">Journey4Wealth.com</a>. And, if you&rsquo;re in the Johnstown, Colorado area, drop in for Journey Financial Group&rsquo;s monthly First Fridays with complimentary food and drinks in the office.
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When the Dice Decide: Business Lessons from Settlers of Catan

When everything starts going wrong at once, the real damage often comes from the decisions made under pressure. In this episode of Games of Life, Ambar Reddekopp continues the Pandemic series by focusing on crisis planning and financial decision-making when life feels out of control. Using the game as a framework, she explores how stress, decision fatigue, and panic can trigger costly financial reactions—and why preparation simplifies choices when chaos hits. The conversation breaks down how emergency funds function as first responders, why pre‑deciding financial priorities matters, and how compassionate planning helps future you navigate inevitable crises with more clarity and less reaction.

 

Schedule your complimentary call with Ambar and the Journey Financial Group team at 720-677-1562 or go to Journey4Wealth.com. And, if you’re in the Johnstown, Colorado area, drop in for Journey Financial Group’s monthly First Fridays with complimentary food and drinks in the office.

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When everything starts going wrong at once, the real damage often comes from the decisions made under pressure. In this episode of Games of Life, Ambar Reddekopp continues the Pandemic series by focusing on crisis planning and financial decision-making when life feels out of control. Using the game as a framework, she explores how stress, decision fatigue, and panic can trigger costly financial reactions&mdash;and why preparation simplifies choices when chaos hits. The conversation breaks down how emergency funds function as first responders, why pre‑deciding financial priorities matters, and how compassionate planning helps future you navigate inevitable crises with more clarity and less reaction.
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Schedule your complimentary call with Ambar and the Journey Financial Group team at 720-677-1562 or go to <a href="https://www.Journey4Wealth.com">Journey4Wealth.com</a>. And, if you&rsquo;re in the Johnstown, Colorado area, drop in for Journey Financial Group&rsquo;s monthly First Fridays with complimentary food and drinks in the office.
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