Think & Trade Like a Champion by Mark Minervini Summary
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Discover the stock market champion's blueprint for triple-digit returns. Mark Minervini's SEPA system - endorsed by "Stock Market Wizards" author Jack Schwager as "nothing short of astounding" - reveals why mindset matters as much as method in creating wealth through strategic trading.
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The Champion's Mindset: Deciding to Win in the Markets
Trading mastery begins with a fundamental choice - the decision to win. Mark Minervini's transformation from mediocre trader to market champion started when he made this conscious commitment in 1990. Until that pivotal moment, he merely dabbled with predictably average results. This commitment isn't about hoping to succeed; it's about refusing to accept anything less than excellence. Within every trader, two competing forces battle for control: the disciplined "builder" who trusts the process and learns from mistakes, and the impulsive "wrecking ball" driven by ego and quick results. The trader who succeeds is the one who consciously feeds the builder while starving the wrecking ball. This internal struggle mirrors the Native American tale of two wolves fighting within us - the one that wins is the one we choose to feed. Success in trading isn't about innate talent but persistent effort. Like elite violinists who practice over 10,000 hours compared to less accomplished peers' 4,000 hours, trading mastery requires dedicated work. The champion trader maintains one attitude: keep going until you succeed. Quitting is never an option. What separates winners isn't luck or natural ability - it's the unwavering commitment to excellence and the willingness to do whatever it takes.
Trading by Design: Why Your Plan Determines Your Results
Risk First: The Foundation of Trading Success
The Mathematics of Trading: Understanding Your Edge
Measure to Master: Tracking Your Trading Truth
The Volatility Contraction Pattern: Finding the Perfect Entry
The Eight Keys to Trading Superperformance
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