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Gavin J Gallagher

Difficult decisions

Published 4 months ago • 2 min read

Ireland goes to the polls today, in what’s looking to be a close race between the parties.

Just like with the US and UK elections this year, some people might struggle with deciding who to vote for – a lot of the time it might feel like there’s no ‘ideal’ candidate, and instead you have to go with whoever is the ‘least bad’.

‘Least bad’ should never be your best option. But when you’re faced with difficult choices or decisions, where do you start?

This is where having clear goals and values is invaluable. Look at what’s important to you and where you want to get to – then look at which of the options in front of you is most closely aligned.

Most importantly, stay as objective as you can – don’t let your emotions get in the way!

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5 steps to to dealing with difficult decisions

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  1. Don’t make snap decisions – take your time…
  2. … but don’t procrastinate over it for too long!
  3. Speak to someone you trust about it…
  4. … but make sure they have your best interests at heart
  5. Make the decision with your head, not your heart.

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In this episode I share my recent trip to Dubai, reflecting on the city's vibrant energy, the potential for living there, and the investment opportunities available.

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On the Blog: Understanding HMO, part 2: A good investment?

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In the second part of my series delving into HMO as an investment strategy, I look at whether it’s as good as it seems, and also take a look at some of the risks.

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That’s all for this week, see you next time!

Gavin J Gallagher

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