If you’ve ever lost money in trading, you’re not alone. There’s a well-known saying in the stock market world:
“90 % of traders lose 90 % of their capital within their first 90 days of trading.”
It’s called the 90 - 90 - 90 rule, and if you’ve been through it, you know how painful it feels.
Picture this: Ramesh, a young IT employee, excitedly opened his trading account in January. By March, the Rs.50,000 he had saved for months had reduced to Rs.5,000. Not because he wasn’t smart, but because no one told him, that trading is more about discipline and education than luck and guesswork.
This isn’t just Ramesh’s story; it’s the story of thousands of traders every month. But here’s the best – it doesn’t have to stay that way.
The 90 - 90 - 90 concept is a simple way to explain a harsh truth:
• 90% of traders
• lose 90% of their money
• in the first 90 days of trading
And why does this happen? Because most beginners:
• Jump into trading without proper knowledge
• Chase “hot tips” or social media calls
• Risk more money than they can afford
• Fail to manage emotions like fear and greed
The market isn’t against you; it just doesn’t reward sudden decisions.
The main reason is lack of structured education and discipline. The stock market is like the ocean – calm one day, stormy the next. Without understanding the tides, it’s easy to sink.
Here are the some 'to be focused errors' that trigger the 90 - 90 - 90 trap:
• Trading based on rumors instead of research
• No clear entry or exit strategy
• Risking full capital in one or two trades
• Overconfidence after one lucky win
• Lack of emotional control during volatile markets
Breaking free from this cycle isn’t about being a pro. It's actually about knowing all the right stuff to trade smarter. Here’s how you can protect yourself:
• Start Small, Learn Big: Begin with small amounts and focus more on learning strategies than chasing big profits.
• Learn Technical and Fundamental Basics: Understand why prices move before you place a trade.
• Follow a Trading Plan: Define your risk, target, and stop-loss for every trade.
• Keep Emotions in Check: A bad trade isn’t the end; it’s just part of the journey.
• Keep Updating Yourself: Markets evolve, and so should your knowledge.
With the right guidance, the stock market can become a place of opportunity, not anxiety.
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This is where GoPocket steps in as your trading partner. We understand that every trader deserves support, guidance, and real education to build confidence and skill.
Here’s how we help you rewrite your trading story:
• Free online and offline sessions: Beginner-friendly sessions that simplify complex trading concepts.
• LIVE Workshops: Hands-on sessions where you learn strategies you can actually apply the next day.
• Personalized Dealing Desk Support: Get one-on-one help and guidance to manage trades smartly.
• Multi-Language Learning: Learn in the language you’re comfortable with.
• Market Information: Stay known with all the related insights and highlights that keep you informed.
GoPocket is not just about trading accounts; we’re about building confident, well-informed traders who know how to protect their money and grow it step by step.
Remember Ramesh, the IT employee who lost his savings? He didn’t quit. He attended a GoPocket LIVE workshop, learned how to plan trades, and within a year, not only recovered his losses but started building a steady second income.
That can be your story too.
The stock market is not a gamble. It’s a game of patience, strategy, and education. Every successful trader you admire once stood where you are today – confused, doubtful, and scared of losing again.
But they chose to learn and adapt. And with 'your trusted financial partner GoPocket by your side', you can do the same – without draining your savings or losing confidence.
So, don’t let this concept of 90 - 90 - 90 define you.
Let consistency, education, and the right partner redefine your trading journey.
Join our next FREE webinar or LIVE workshop today and take that one step towards trading smarter, safer, and stronger – only with GoPocket.
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