Scottie Scheffler's recent Masters victory, his second in three years, highlights that success in golf, and investing, can be achieved through different approaches: risk-seeking, like John Rahm, or risk-mitigating, like Scheffler himself. While Rahm thrives on aggressive play, Scheffler's consistency and low bogey rate have proven equally effective. This applies to investing, where chasing returns and timing the market often leads to poor outcomes. Instead, investors should define a process aligned with their risk tolerance and time horizon and stick to it consistently, avoiding emotional reactions to market swings. This is easier said than done, as evidenced by investor behavior following the 2008 financial crisis. Initial risk aversion gave way to excessive exuberance as tech stocks and venture capital soared, only to retreat again during the 2022 downturn. This tendency to chase performance is driven by human nature, making discipline and emotional control crucial for investment success. While it's tempting to adjust strategies based on market sentiment, consistently timing the market is extremely difficult, even for professionals. Like a golfer choosing a playing style, investors should determine their approach – whether aggressive or conservative – based on their circumstances and stick with it, resisting the urge to deviate. Just as Tiger Woods dominated golf with his unique approach, investment success lies in identifying and consistently applying a strategy that aligns with your individual goals and risk appetite.