Trader Mindset Evolution or revolution? How to keep pace with the changing markets
Sep 15, 2025
Dive into the evolution of trading, from the hassle of past account openings to today's instant access. Explore how market changes have shaped investor expectations and the rise of democratized trading. Discover the perils of hype and unregulated advice, especially in crypto. Learn the importance of having a dispassionate advisor and filtering the noise in an age of information overload. Finally, grasp timeless trading principles like proper position sizing and risk management to navigate modern markets effectively.
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Exclusive Brokerage World Of The Past
- Michael Martin describes strict account opening rules in the late 1980s and 1990s, requiring high net worth and original signatures.
- He explains how that exclusivity limited retail access and shaped how advisors were paid and operated.
Voice Of Reason In Client Relationships
- Michael Martin shares early-career norms like not giving clients phone numbers and limiting calls.
- He explains that advisors served as a voice of reason to prevent emotional trading mistakes.
Internet And Minis Sparked Retail Boom
- Michael Martin recounts the internet and e-mini futures lowering barriers and creating a retail trading boom in the 1990s.
- He links online access and new products to the dot-com parabolic move and wider participation.
