Although balancing inflation market conditions can be very challenging And it requires a long term well mapped out investment strategy to be able to outperform the current market conditions.
The space of putting in defensive combination of smart skills like having an effective strategic planning that can possibly impact and at least become favourable.
I think diversity of stocks and real estate while keeping minimal cash in a high yield savings account which gives you growth, inflation protection etc
Increase your income skills or side hustles and avoid high interest debt