Bad timing Quote by Linda Bradford Raschke
“I try to wait until things set up just right before I take a trade. Then, when I'm ready to take the trade, I slowly count to ten before I pick up the phone. It's better to have the wrong idea and good timing than the right idea and bad timing.”
About This Quote
Success in trading depends more on executing at the optimal moment than on having a perfect market forecast.
In simple terms: Timing outweighs idea accuracy.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize market entry timing.
Themes
Timing
Decision-making
Risk management
Patience
Discipline
Mood
Focused
Strategic
Type
Advice
Observation
When to use this quote
- Preparing a trade setup
- Waiting for confirmation
- Executing a trade
- Managing a position
Key Concepts
Market entry
Signal confirmation
Psychology
Practical Applications
- Trading strategies
- Investment planning
Questions to Reflect On
- How does timing affect trade outcomes?
- What methods can improve timing precision?
