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“Trade small because thats when you are as bad as you are ever going to be. Learn from your mistakes.” quote by Richard Dennis
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“Trade small because thats when you are as bad as you are ever going to be. Learn from your mistakes.”

Richard Dennis

About This Quote

Source Book: Market Wizards by Jack D. Schwager, 1992

Accept that you have limits and learn from errors to improve.

In simple terms: Know your limits and learn from mistakes.

Key Takeaway

Embrace humility and continuous learning.

Themes

humility learning risk management

Mood

cautious thoughtful

Type

financial motivational

When to use this quote

  • trading
  • career development
  • personal finance

Key Concepts

self‑awareness feedback loops

Questions to Reflect On

  • What mistakes teach you the most?
  • How can you set realistic expectations?
A Different Perspective

Ignoring limits can lead to reckless decisions.

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