My friend is almost a billionaire.
That’s a mega accomplishment, because not many people make it to that level of success.
One day, we were having a chat about life, and I couldn’t resist asking him the key to achieving his massive success. His answer:
“Be persistent. Keep going. Improve your game until you fully win it.”
Here’s the brutal truth about trading (which you’ve probably already discovered)…
Trading IS tough.
And it CAN be tiring.
Most traders come into trading with a false expectation of how much effort is required, and it can be quite a shock.
Even if you work brutally hard, that doesn’t guarantee you’ll see quick success. It can be a total grind for a while before things start coming together.
Along the way there are opportunities to say “maybe it’s just not right for me” or “it’s just too hard”.
But don’t give up.
You got interested in trading for a reason…
Perhaps it was so you can finally leave your 9 to 5 job, make some additional income, fund your retirement, or other reasons.
But regardless of why you came to trading, keep that vision in your mind.
Imagine what it would be like when you finally get there. The sense of accomplishment, freedom and pride you’d feel. Amazing.
And when things aren’t going so well, don’t be so harsh on yourself.
Success comes from the execution of small, achievable steps.
So focus on the next step. And then the next one.
And celebrate every win.
Even if it’s small, it’s still progress.
Tomas.