Trading Profits

[Utah]

bit of a selfish attitude. How did you start trading? Bet you read up on how the gurus do it or had a mentor, so I guess you benefitted from what they gave away but still will not give away anything yourself. I'm not saying that there are gurus on here but if nothing else, one can still learn from other people's mistakes. If a regular poster with a track record posted: "Bought IBEX at x,xxx today because...." I'd have a look at the IBEX and maybe enter a trade too, an otherwise trade I might not have considered and so missed the opportunity.

The moral is: Trading is mostly filled with boredom highlighted by the occasional moment of terror, why not communicate with other traders and exchange ideas during idle time? Where's the harm that makes it not worthwhile?

Luckily, a lot of experienced traders have reached out to me in private threads. I'm super grateful for that. It happens in law as well where old-timers love helping younger lawyers learn the ropes. They do so without reservation and have never expected any compensation. I guess once you've "made it," then it makes it fun to share the experience with others.

I see that trading could be a very lonely career if it weren't for forums like ET. As lawyers, we often get together to share ideas at our continuing legal education seminars. We talk about how to be better lawyers, marketing tips, working with difficult clients/judges/other lawyers, and how to deal with the stress of the law.

I can see that ET is certainly the place to ask for help. There are some dang good traders on here, and I'd prefer to learn from the best. Thanks everyone who has helped me!

 

[ironchef]

Luckily, a lot of experienced traders have reached out to me in private threads. I'm super grateful for that. It happens in law as well where old-timers love helping younger lawyers learn the ropes. They do so without reservation and have never expected any compensation. I guess once you've "made it," then it makes it fun to share the experience with others.

I see that trading could be a very lonely career if it weren't for forums like ET. As lawyers, we often get together to share ideas at our continuing legal education seminars. We talk about how to be better lawyers, marketing tips, working with difficult clients/judges/other lawyers, and how to deal with the stress of the law.

I can see that ET is certainly the place to ask for help. There are some dang good traders on here, and I'd prefer to learn from the best. Thanks everyone who has helped me!

Agree.

ET is a place to share trading war stories and view points without inhibition. It is also a place to seek help, though you got to have thick skin, be humble and learn how to read between the lines.

I am thankful I got lots of help and I am happy to return the favor and share what I know. However, as an amateur retail without a track record and an unconventional view, I don't think you want my advice.

Best wishes to you.