Inspirational insights and timeless advice from legendary traders
Discover powerful quotes on risk management, psychology, discipline, and staying inspired — from greats like William O'Neil, Jesse Livermore, Mark Minervini, and more. Elevate your trading mindset and fuel your journey.
“The market is never wrong – opinions often are.”
“It never was my thinking that made the big money for me. It always was my sitting.”
“I never hesitate to tell a man that I am bullish or bearish. But I do not tell people to follow me. The most important thing is to keep losses small.”
“An investor’s chief problem—and even his worst enemy—is likely to be himself.”
“Throughout my financial career, I have continually witnessed examples of other people that I have known being ruined by a failure to respect risk. If you don’t take a hard look at risk, it will take you.”
“When you feel like giving up, remind yourself of why you held on for so long in the first place.”
“Every trader faces setbacks. Great traders use setbacks as fuel for growth.”
“Cut your losses without hesitation. The only thing you can control is how much you lose.”
“Trading is 80% psychological and 20% technical. If you can control your emotions, you have an edge.”
“A losing streak is the market's way of testing your resolve. Stay true to your rules.”
“The hard work in trading comes in the preparation. The actual process of trading should be effortless.”
“If trading were easy, everyone would succeed. You're here precisely because you have what it takes to overcome challenges.”
“Winning traders bounce back quickly from setbacks because they know each setback is temporary.”
“Keep working, keep improving, and never lose sight of why you started trading in the first place.”
“Don't let a few mistakes shake your confidence. Even the best traders are wrong half the time.”
“The whole secret to winning in the stock market is to lose the least amount possible when you're not right.”