Welcome to this week's episode of the Money and Investing Show with Andrew Baxter and co-host Mitch.

When markets fall and the headlines turn negative, most people do one of two things. They panic and sell, or they freeze entirely. But what if that moment of fear is actually the greatest opportunity you will ever get? In this episode, Andrew and Mitch unpack the psychology behind freezing vs opportunity during times of volatility, and why the difference between those who build wealth and those who don't often comes down to one thing: education over emotion.

Recorded live at the Cash Flow on Demand Bootcamp in front of 250 clients, Andrew breaks down the concept of red brain vs blue brain thinking. He explores why volatile markets trigger irrational decision making in most people, and how disciplined investors use that same chaos to buy at lower prices, collect fatter options premiums, and accelerate their income.

You will learn why investing is a decision and not a feeling, how to build a trading plan that removes emotion from the equation, and why understanding freezing vs opportunity during times of volatility could be the single most important shift you make in your financial life.

This is not about timing the market. It is about having a process that works when others are running for the exits.

If you are ready to stop letting fear cost you a fortune and start making volatility work in your favour, this is the episode for you.

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Welcome to this week's episode of the Money and Investing Show with Andrew Baxter and co-host Mitch.

What would you do if you had no money, no investing experience, and had to start from scratch today?

In this episode, Andrew and Mitch put themselves in that exact position and reveal the Top 5 investments we made if we were building wealth from the ground up all over again. From investing in education and building an emergency fund to ETFs, health, communication, and even a small allocation to Bitcoin, this conversation breaks down the practical steps that can help create a stronger financial future.

Drawing on decades of experience in investing, trading, property, and business, Andrew and Mitch share personal stories, lessons learned, mistakes they would avoid, and the investments they wish they had prioritised earlier. The discussion highlights why financial success is about more than money, touching on patience, decision-making, personal development, and long-term thinking.

If you've ever wondered where to start, this episode provides a clear framework for building confidence and creating momentum with your finances. the top 5 investments we made are not necessarily the most expensive investments, but they may be the ones with the greatest long-term impact.

Whether you're a beginner investor or looking to reset your financial strategy, this episode offers practical insights you can apply straight away.

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Welcome to this week's Money and Investing Show with Andrew Baxter and co-host Mitch.

If you're lying awake at night worrying about groceries, fuel, and power bills that never seem to stop climbing, you're not alone and you're not imagining it. Millions of Australians are feeling financially exhausted, and Andrew breaks down exactly why that feeling has become so widespread, and more importantly, what you can actually do to turn things around.

From cost of living fatigue at the supermarket checkout to rising energy costs, wage stagnation, and a tax system that isn't built in your favour, Andrew cuts through the noise to explain the real forces squeezing Australian households right now.

But this isn't just about the problem. Andrew delivers three straight-talking, practical action steps designed for anyone who is financially exhausted and ready to stop surviving and start gaining ground. From budgeting with purpose and building a side income, to protecting your mindset from the relentless negativity that keeps people stuck, this is the conversation that challenges you to make a stand and do something about it.

Because where you are right now doesn't have to be where you stay.

If you found this valuable, please subscribe, leave us a review, and share it with someone who needs to hear it. Every share helps more Australians get the financial clarity they deserve.

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