Have you ever introduced yourself as an speculaor?

Discussion in 'Professional Trading' started by crgarcia, May 14, 2008.

  1. 9999

    9999

    I tell people that I work in computer graphics - which is true.
     
    #41     May 15, 2008
  2. People seem to think differently in different parts of the country.

    Many funny stories out there.

    Staying an amateur, just means you never get asked about trading.
     
    #42     May 15, 2008
  3. Why he doesn't buy a nice classic convertible?
    Like a '66 Ford Mustang or Thunderbird?
     
    #43     May 15, 2008
  4. MB coupes have worked well over the years

    190SL conv
    300 SL (gullwing)
    170s (was a profit since did not depreciate) conv
    280C
    now using

    750il four door by BMW.
     
    #44     May 15, 2008
  5. nice post....i live in a ritzy town, i live in in on the cheap side, and i like working in the morning and having the rest of my day free. I don't care who knows how much money i make, i still buy my cars with cash, and like to have cash in my wallet to pay for everything. That's the best feeling for me, I like cash.
     
    #45     Aug 11, 2008
  6. I tell people I'm an engineer; always good for a few knowing smirks and eye-rolls.
     
    #46     Aug 11, 2008
  7. You mean to tell me that you guys actually MEET other people !?!?!
     
    #47     Aug 11, 2008
  8. achilles28

    achilles28

    I say "Dirty Daytrader".

    Women like it.

    Young women, that is........


    :p
     
    #48     Aug 11, 2008
  9. I invariably get the "isn't that gambling" response.

    I live in the Hamptons and immediately reply with:

    "How many of those ocean front homes are owned by people involved with the stock markets?"

    "How many of those homes are owned by people who got lucky at Foxwoods?"

    The other thing that invariably comes up is societal implications. I trade for one reason only : to make money. It brings me no satisfaction, I'd rather be fishing. I have a very rich life outside of trading where I work with others. I do not base my self worth on what I own or drive ... so who cares what I do to pay the bills?
     
    #49     Aug 11, 2008
  10. This is another great response, thank you.
     
    #50     Aug 12, 2008