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“Remember, your goal is to trade well, not to trade often.” quote by Alexander Elder
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“Remember, your goal is to trade well, not to trade often.”

Alexander Elder

About This Quote

Source Book: Trading for a Living, Alexander Elder, 1993

Success in trading depends on quality of decisions, not frequency of trades.

In simple terms: Trade wisely, not often.

Key Takeaway

Focus on skill, not volume.

Themes

discipline trading decisionmaking

Mood

focused analytical

Type

advice motivational

When to use this quote

  • portfolio management
  • day trading
  • investment planning

Key Concepts

risk management psychology strategy

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you evaluate trade quality?
  • What habits improve decision discipline?
A Different Perspective

Too much focus on frequency can cause overtrading and higher costs.

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