In this episode, we explore the intricate world of home-country bias in investment decision-making and learn the secret sauce to effective communication and writing. We start by discussing the definition and influence of home-country bias and explore why investors tend to overweight their portfolios with domestic equities despite global opportunities. We dissect the home bias puzzle, the rationality behind bias, and the conditions under which home-country bias makes sense. Then, Mark McGrath joins us to unpack the complexities of segregated funds and why it might not be the investment product you were hoping for. Following that, we sit down with Todd Rogers, a prominent behavioural scientist and professor, to discover the science behind effective communication. He explains how we adapt to different communication styles and techniques over time, the foundations of effective communication, and much more. Be sure to tune in as we unravel the complexities of investing, navigate the world of behavioural science, and bring you the tools you need for financial success!
Key Points From This Episode:
(0:00:00) Episode introduction and what listeners can expect.
(0:01:30) Definition of home-country bias and its influence on investors.
(0:04:25) Unpack the home bias puzzle and Canadian home bias trends.
(0:08:27) Discover the conditions when home bias may make sense.
(0:13:10) Relative economic standing: an important aspect of home-country bias.
(0:15:00) Explore home-country bias through a quantitative lens.
(0:20:28) Common concerns of overweighting a small market cap.
(0:27:21) Mark to Market: the good, bad, and complicated side of segregated funds.
(0:31:24) Dissect the proposed benefits of segregated funds.
(0:39:07) Discover the drawbacks and pitfalls of segregated funds.
(0:44:05) Alternatives to segregated funds and Mark’s main takeaways.
(0:46:50) Highlights from our conversation with Professor Vanessa Bohns.
(0:49:38) Introducing today’sguest Todd Rogers, behavioural scientist and professor.
(0:51:37) Learn about the science behind effective writing and communication.
(0:53:48) Thedecision-making process when receiving new information.
(0:56:18) Todd shares thesix principles of effective writing.
(0:58:28) When to send a message, why less is more, and tips for effectively communicating.
(1:06:32) Advice for using emojis and hyperlinks and the impact of bolding and highlighting.
(1:12:35) The impact of AI on effective writing and the importance of good writing.
(1:19:45) Final takeaways, book recommendations, listener reviews, and more!
Links From Today’s Episode:
Rational Reminder on iTunes — https://itunes.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-rational-reminder-podcast/id1426530582.
Rational Reminder Website — https://rationalreminder.ca/
Rational Reminder on Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/rationalreminder/
Rational Reminder on X — https://twitter.com/RationalRemind
Rational Reminder on YouTube — https://www.youtube.com/channel/
Rational Reminder Email — info@rationalreminder.ca
Benjamin Felix — https://www.pwlcapital.com/author/benjamin-felix/
Benjamin on X — https://twitter.com/benjaminwfelix
Benjamin on LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjaminwfelix/
Cameron Passmore — https://www.pwlcapital.com/profile/cameron-passmore/
Cameron on X — https://twitter.com/CameronPassmore
Cameron on LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/in/cameronpassmore/
Mark McGrath on LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/in/markmcgrathcfp/
Mark McGrath on X — https://twitter.com/MarkMcGrathCFP
Home-country Bias YouTube Video — https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qYedjI03Q0g
Assuris — https://assuris.ca
Canadian Investor Protection Fund — https://www.cipf.ca/
The Money Scope Podcast — https://moneyscope.ca/
Professor Vanessa Bohns — https://www.vanessabohns.com/
Professor Vanessa Bohns on X — https://twitter.com/profbohns
Professor Vanessa Bohns on Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/profbohns/
Professor Vanessa Bohns on LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/in/vanessa-bohns-33219710/
Professor Vanessa Bohns on Goodreads — https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/21035835.Vanessa_Bohns
Todd Rogers on LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/in/todd-rogers-6ba447/
Todd Rogers on X — https://twitter.com/Todd_Rogers_
Harvard University — https://www.harvard.edu/
Analyst Institute — https://analystinstitute.org/
EveryDay Labs — https://www.everydaylabs.com/
The Behavioural Insights Team — https://www.bi.team/
Behavioral Science & Policy Association (BSPA) — https://behavioralpolicy.org/
Six Principles Checklist —
GPT-4 — https://openai.com/research/gpt-4
Women's Wealth: Investing Basics for Women Webinar —
Books From Today’s Episode:
You Have More Influence Than You Think — https://www.amazon.com/dp/1324005718/
Writing for Busy Readers — https://www.amazon.com/Writing-Busy-Readers-Communicate-Effectively/dp/0593187482
Index Funds: The 12-Step Recovery Program for Active Investors — https://www.amazon.com/Index-Funds-12-Step-Recovery-Investors-ebook/dp/B0CL2Z23CT/
The Elements of Style — https://www.amazon.com/Elements-Style-Fourth-William-Strunk/dp/020530902X
The Psychology of Money — https://www.amazon.com/Psychology-Money-Timeless-lessons-happiness/dp/0857197681
The Fund — https://www.amazon.com/Fund-Bridgewater-Associates-Unraveling-Street/dp/1250276934
Anatomy of a Breakthrough — https://www.amazon.com/Anatomy-Breakthrough-Unstuck-When-Matters/dp/1982182962
The Score That Matters — https://www.amazon.com/Score-That-Matters-Excellence-Yourself-ebook/dp/B0CGZ8HRXD
The Algebra of Wealth — https://www.amazon.com/Algebra-Wealth-Formula-Financial-Security/dp/0593714024
Papers From Today’s Episode:
‘Beyond the Status Quo: A Critical Assessment of Lifecycle Investment Advice’ — https://dx.doi.org/10.2139/ssrn.4590406
‘Global equity investing: The benefits of diversification and sizing your allocation’ — https://corporate.vanguard.com/content/dam/corp/research/pdf/Global-equity-investing-The-benefits-of-diversification-and-sizing-your-allocation-US-ISGGEB_042021_Online.pdf
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Episode 304 - Budget 2024: The Capital Gains Inclusion Rate
Episode 303 - Scott Galloway: The Algebra of Wealth
Episode 302 - Michael Green: Market Efficiency Is Not The Question
Bonus Episode - Prof. Meir Statman: A Wealth of Well-Being
Episode 301 - Optimal Government Pension Claiming
Episode 300 - Abby Sussman: Financial Judgment and Decision Making
Episode 299: The Most Important Lessons in Investing
Episode 298 - Randall Stutman: Admired Leadership for Financial Decision-Making
Episode 297 - Do Stocks Return 10-12% On Average? & Zero to Millionaire with Nicolas Bérubé
Epidose 296 - Adam Alter: The Anatomy of a Breakthrough
Episode 294 - Dan Harris: 10% Happier
Episode 293 - Eric Balchunas: Spot Bitcoin ETFs
Episode 292 - Rob Copeland: Ray Dalio and Bridgewater
Episode 291 - The Quant Winter, and is Canada Pension Plan a Scam?
Episode 290 - Morgan Housel: Same as Ever
Episode 289 - Retiring Retirement Income Myths with the Retirement Income Dream Team
Episode 288 - Scott Rick: Navigating the Money Minefield in Real Relationships
Episode 287: A Practical Look at Private Equity w/ Steve Balaban & Epic Life w/ Justin Breen
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