In my opinion it goes something like this. And it is actually...

In my opinion it goes something like this. And it is actually not my opinion it is my wealth creation strategy, philosophy, approach and application. When I invest money I target 9 - 12% and my timeframe is 10 years as a minimum. The target is well established and mature, larger cap business which has more than 75% chance to deliver 9 - 12%. When I invest money for 100 - 10,000% growth return, I use small cap, up coming business that has potential to return 10,000% and my timeframe is 20, 30 and even 50 years. Evaluation of the timeframes are reviewed regularly, but the equities in the 9 - 12% return range are rarely sold. They deliver. The equities in the 100 - 10,000% return range, are also regularly reviewed. Some are sold usually at the loss because it was a wrong call and they lost their appeal. Some are held at the 10,000% return and price of $4.00 because they look like a great call, and they still have great appeal. If we are not happy with the 12% return we should not be investing in companies that in short term look like they will give us 10,000% return. To cut the long story short 10 years is the minimum for investing in growth, but chose your investments with care. Hope this helps. FLIESH