Investment Insights

September Report Card for twopercentgoal.com; Winners Outnumbered Losers 5:1
Can you name the seven deadly sins? If not, I will help you. They are, in no particular order, anger (or wrath), lust, envy, greed, gluttony, pride and sloth. Except for anger and lust, I can apply the remaining sins to my approach to the stock market, or more specifically, what not to do.
Using Some of the Seven Deadly Sins as a Guide What Not To Do
Can you name the seven deadly sins? If not, I will help you. They are, in no particular order, anger (or wrath), lust, envy, greed, gluttony, pride and sloth. Except for anger and lust, I can apply the remaining sins to my approach to the stock market, or more specifically, what not to do.
What Does Money Mean to You
So, what does money mean to you? For most people they see it as a means to pay their bills and maybe get a few extra things, but, to me, that’s not living, that’s surviving.
Napoleon Hill’s Think and Grow Rich – A Must Read
I love reading and learning, and Think and Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill is a book I continually revisit for its timeless wisdom on cultivating a success-oriented mindset.
The Stock Market is a Function of Fear and Greed
The stock market swings between fear and greed, mirroring investor emotions. To succeed, set clear goals, maintain discipline, and avoid following the crowd.
Some Thoughts on Luck
Despite some critics attributing my recent 11.14% gain on C.H. Robinson Worldwide to luck, I firmly believe that consistent success comes from using proven methods rather than relying on chance.
Use Stop Losses to Maximize Gains
While I’m not perfect and will admit mistakes, my strategy of using stop loss orders to capture and ride market gains has proven effective, exemplified by a 24% gain on Broadcom Inc. in just a week and a half.
Perfection is Impossible
I would love to say that I am perfect. I am not. Like you, I make mistakes from time to time. If you are looking for a 100% guarantee on stock picks, you are begging to be lied to.
Welcome to Two Percent Goal: My Journey in Smart Investing
Hello and welcome to my introductory blog on this forum. My name is Al O’Grady and, like you, I would like to achieve true independence and financial freedom in my life.