Trading $30,000 to OVER $10 Million in Only 5 Years!

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Aug 19, 2025

In this engaging discussion, Ariel Hernandez, an eight-figure swing trader and former prisoner, shares his inspiring journey from a $30,000 investment to over $10 million in just five years. He emphasizes the importance of adaptability and continuous learning in trading. Ariel dives into key trading strategies, the emotional challenges of sudden wealth, and the significance of risk management. He also highlights the value of community support and journaling for refining trading skills, offering listeners a roadmap to financial success.

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ADVICE

Treat Trading As A Long-Term Career

Think long-term: treat trading as a multi-decade career and let compounding work for you.
Stay adaptable and study experienced traders to find tactics that fit your temperament and environment.

ADVICE

Learn From Longevity And Adapt

Learn from traders with longevity and adopt elements that align with your style rather than chasing hype.
Match setups to your real-life constraints and be adaptable when the market environment changes.

ANECDOTE

From Prison To Full-Time Trader

Ariel started trading full-time June 1, 2020 after leaving prison and funded his first account by selling personal items and using savings.
He learned basics (VWAP, market vs limit orders, scanners) by intense daily practice and chatrooms before scaling size.

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On this episode of the Words of Rizdom podcast we are joined by Ariel Hernandez. Ariel is a verfied 8 figure swing trader and ex prisoner. In 2020 he left prison and fell into trading during one of the most lucrative periods to trade in history. He grew his trading account from just $30,000 to over $10 Million+ in just 5 years. In this podcast we discuss the best trading practices for beginners, how to catch 30, 50 or 100% moves and the secret behind his immense growth. I hope you guys enjoy this incredible episode!

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Timestamps:

00:00 – Introduction to Ariel Hernandez: From $30K to $10M Trading

10:09 – From Prison to Full-Time Trader

15:01 – Early Learning & Gradual Real-World Experience

20:30 – The 2020 Bull Market & Aggressive Growth Mindset

26:00 – Trade Size, Risk Tolerance & Capital Management

36:15 – Shifting Trading Styles & Adapting to Market Changes

44:00 – Building Multi-Strategy Approaches & Real-World Application

52:00 – How Retail Traders Can Replicate Success & Grow Long-Term

58:30 – Transition to Swing Trading & Managing Pressure

01:06:40 – Handling Losses, Best & Worst Trading Advice

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