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Chat With Traders

283: Trading Football Dreams for Stock Market Touchdowns

Jun 19, 2024
Former NFL aspirant turned successful day trader Michael shares his journey, from injury-ending football dreams to mastering short-selling volatile small-cap stocks. His disciplined approach, honed from football, helps him trade patiently and strategically, waiting for ideal setups like a sniper. He emphasizes the importance of sticking to specific strategies, managing risk, and transitioning from OTC to NASDAQ stocks. Learn about his inspiring journey and trading insights.
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  • Michael transitioned from NFL dreams to successful day trading through self-teaching and discipline.
  • Focusing on short-selling volatile small-cap stocks evolved as Michael's key trading strategy.

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