*UPDATE (Originally reviewed in 2016/2017; this is my review as of 2020):
I think the headline speaks for itself. About 5/6 years ago I was floundering about calling myself a "swing trader." I'd heard about "day-traders," but never really attempted to peek behind the curtain to see what "it" was all about.
I decided to read a handful of books on the topic; a self-education of sorts. I read books written by some of the most "prominent" authors who regard themselves as Traders; William O'Neil, Toni Turner (phenomenal author), Peter Lynch, Ray Dalio, Mark Douglas, and a few others were part of my "education." All were informative for a guy like me, who -- at the time -- knew relatively nothing...
One of the books I stumbled upon happened to be this book (How To Day Trade For A Living; Andrew Aziz). Andrew was the first author I'd read on the topic that cut through all the fluff and got straight to the point. I would, in essence, describe his book as a summary of all the other books combined; a little less "hefty" in the arena of details, but MORE powerful (presumably due to efficiency) to the reader as a result. More of a "guide to actually starting your trading journey," as opposed to the other books, which were more of a "hey, look how smart I can sound while rambling about irrelevant things necessary to become a trader."
Anyways... One of the things this author (Aziz) did in his book was offer a link to his website and chatroom. Initially, I figured it was just a sales-pitch to rope me in to a perpetual revenue stream (for him), but I decided to take the bait. I was really committed, so I wanted to see what "it" (day trading) was really about; and if it took visiting a website and/or chatroom, well -- so be it (I guess). I think it's important to mention that I've read too many books on the topic to keep track of (probably about 30, or so), and MOST of the authors on trading/day-trading/swing-trading ALSO include links to their websites. Frankly, after I learned to put my skepticism aside, I realized that NOT including a supplemental resource (such as website) was doing the reader LESS of a service than the other way around.
I digress...
My first impression with the "chat room" was "this ain't for me!" lol... I think my interpretation/assumption of what a "chatroom" would entail wasn't what I got. Instead, I saw a guy with a few charts and scanners, telling people when he was entering/exiting trades, then spending a few minutes thereafter with us (the chat minions) discussing "why" he made certain decisions, and so on. I closed out the chat window, and didn't think about it again for a few weeks...
...and then I realized...after those few weeks...that I was still wandering about hopelessly, and that somebody (like Aziz) who was effectively pulling back the figurative curtain (on his day job), via a "chatroom," was EXACTLY what I needed. I stumbled back into the chatroom after that epiphany, and have been a full-time day-trader ever since...
I don't visit chat very often these days, but I can say, unequivocally - and based on EXTENSIVE personal experience -- The book this guy (Aziz) wrote, the website he hosts to this day, and yes -- even his chatroom -- are ALL more valuable than 99% of would-be daytraders will probably ever realize.
For the record, my name is Daniel Thomas. Some of you may have seen my videos on YouTube (I deleted my previous channel, but started recording again recently), conversed with me on Social Media, or even crossed paths via Andrew's chatroom and/or forums. With that said, let me be very clear about this: I have been a full-time trader ever since reading his book, and frankly -- I genuinely believe reading his book was a catalyst to developing the trader I've become. Andrew gave me the down and dirty education via his book (without the fluff), a first-hand look into the world of day-trading (via his chat), and will ALWAYS be regarded as a "pillar" to the successes I've found in this world.
All of that said... I don't know any other way to put it: If you're looking to get involved with the world of trading/day-trading, read this book. You'll be glad you did...
Have a great day everyone; stay humble; STAY GREEN!
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