Longitudinal Study

Brad Barrett and his co-hosts discuss longitudinal studies in various contexts on the ChooseFI podcast. They highlight the importance of ongoing evaluations and real-time feedback to track progress effectively over an extended period. Here are a couple of examples:

1. Brad and Jonathan Mendosa talk about conducting a longitudinal study with Zach and Marilyn as part of the "FI household" series, revisiting their progress every few months to assess and adjust their financial strategies. This approach aims to provide continued support and inspiration to the audience 1.

2. They also emphasize the value of case studies in understanding the journey to financial independence. Brad explains that tracking these journeys in real-time, rather than retrospectively, offers more relatable and actionable insights for listeners, as they can see individuals' struggles and successes as they happen 2 3 4.

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     1

     Embrace Progress Today

     00:54:55
     
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     2

     Case Studies Impact

     00:38:13
     
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     3

     Interactive Case Studies

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     4

     Feedback and Growth

     00:26:58
     

These discussions demonstrate the practical application of longitudinal studies in financial planning and community support.