Do you trade full time and for how long have you been doing it?
If I hit some goals I am looking at moving to full time trading - in the meantime I work to keep my family in the manner that they have been accustomed to!
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(no - not abject squallor!)
Although this year has been tough to have a decent stake of money riding in the market, in a way I am very grateful.
If I had got in 2-3 years ago I would have believed in my own abilities fully when you could throw a dart at the stock list and make money. Now you have to have a clear understanding of fundamentals, technical indicators, risk management, money management and market psychology just to break even.
If I hit my goals in this of all years, I think I will come through as a successful professional trader.