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Old 09-07-2006, 01:17 AM
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Amen. Amen. Amen.

Would Boeing tell new pilots to read a book on flying a 747 and then stick them in cockpits?

Would you read a book on Judo and tell someone, "alright now, come at me with that knife."?

Would you read a book on how to play guitar and expect to cut a record when finished?

You can learn from books, tapes and seminars but nothing replaces practice. If you can't afford a real-time datafeed and simulator, at least find a free delayed feed and paper trade. Practice, practice before you step in the ring against the world champions of trading.
Very true! Trading is probably the only advanced career that literally anybody can step into without the proper training. This makes it harder than most profession that requires higher education.

So be prepared newtrader! Success in trading takes alot of work especially because you are on your own. Good luck.

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