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    Trading Serenity

    "In fact I love minimalism in all things." Just curious, do you think this obsession began when you first noticed your donga? Regards Johno
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    Daytrader's Only

    But lets be honest, thats the context that an intelligent observant poster would recognize as accurate! Regards Johno
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    Daytrader's Only

    from Dackster in the above post Now, let's look at the professional camp, the clever money. This is where the likes of myself, The General, Mr Hershey and a few others on ET lie. Now Dackster,would the reference to "LIE" be a fraudian slip? Regards Johno
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    MARKET looks like a Option sellers DREAM

    Do you perceive a major move in the markets or as compared to say the last 12 month average etc. or perhaps something altogether different? Regards Johno
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    "And Here... We... Go!"

    Of course you realize that anyone targeted will simply use other tax strategies to circumvent these new laws! This is only meant to appease the lower income earners. So called greedy rich people being dealt with makes the government appear to be looking after the majority, people too stupid/...
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    Is learning the trading business like learning any other business?

    Hi loza, ( or anyone in the know) Just out of curiosity, would you care to share what sort of returns the traders at the Mid-Am were averaging % wise, even roughly on a daily, weekly, monthly time frame. It would be much appreciated I'm sure, simply for benchmark purposes. Thanks...
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    Is learning the trading business like learning any other business?

    Hi, I just finished watching one of the major poker tournaments on TV, I watch them regularly and can see where you are coming from and agree that many of the skills required in the markets are exhibited by these poker players and are also found in many professional businessmen. You...
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    Is learning the trading business like learning any other business?

    Hi max, What business are you in? Regards Johno
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    Is learning the trading business like learning any other business?

    I've seen other posts of yours where I suspected that you were trolling, so the shit you've pulled here comes as no surprise. Anyway welcome to my ignore list!
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    Is learning the trading business like learning any other business?

    As I said, "proof talks bullshit walks" in the absence of proof you mate are a bullshit artist. You can always prove me wrong by posting your statements, but we both know that would be impossible for you to do. Regards Johno
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    Is learning the trading business like learning any other business?

    Yet still no proof so it's pretty obvious where the truth lies! Mate, you are so full of shit! Regards Johno
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    Is learning the trading business like learning any other business?

    Would you care to post your statements proving " Try 30% a week. Or 30% a day. Thats another ballgame altogether. And thats exactly what I'm talking about.", otherwise I would tend to think your post simply consists of bizzare groundless jibberish! Regards Johno
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    Is learning the trading business like learning any other business?

    I don't recall ever referring to myself as a champion! Because of my natural tendancy to - punch above my weight - I have had a very challenging career in business and speculating! Regarding your comment - "Trading is a skill, or an amalgamation of skills. Like running a successful...
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    Is learning the trading business like learning any other business?

    Ah, but don't you realize that everyone here is a champion trader! Also, I would describe myself as a speculator not a trader! Regards Johno
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    My option trades for the past 6 months, feel free to ridicule, or offer guidance

    Opportunistic approach/ timing required for options only when the markets are rational. At these times the RR easily overcomes expenses and can provide handsome returns. The second half of 08/early 09 was particularly unpalatable for options buyers due to the hugely reduced RR as a result of...
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    Is learning the trading business like learning any other business?

    Many businesses fail often spectacularly within the first few years, does being in business automatically make these people " good businessmen" I suggest not. Any missteps I've made in business or trading, upon reflection, have always been a result of not adhereing to sound business principles...
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    Is learning the trading business like learning any other business?

    Max, I am a successful businessman, and I respectfully disagree with your comment. Regards Johno
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    Is learning the trading business like learning any other business?

    Is learning the trading business like learning any other business. The simple answer is yes it is! Regards Johno
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    My option trades for the past 6 months, feel free to ridicule, or offer guidance

    No, my wife is a country girl who didn't want to live in the city so we compomised, me I lived in Alphington down by the river with the wealty professional people, tree lined streets merc's ect. My children still haven't forgiven me for moving here! Regards Johno
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