Each investor has a unique set of qualities that work together to make them successful. How effectively you can apply these and how well your plan works determines your level of success.

One of the essential aspects of being a successful investor is the technique investors use to choose which stocks to include in their portfolio. I've adhered to picking shares that are market leaders, i.e., blue-chip firms with long-term up-trending price history and that are outperforming the market average.


The trading plan is the next essential component. This doesn't have to be a difficult task. All you need to know is what you'll do if the stock price rises, falls, or stays the same. If you can cover these three points, you'll be prepared for whatever the stock market throws at you. And, more significantly, you will be able to avoid reacting to market swings that occur often.

The trading plan should also include an overarching strategy for the stock you've chosen, as well as an explanation of why you're doing what you're doing, such as why you chose this specific order level.

You'll need a solid risk management plan, and you'll need to put it into action if you want to be successful in the long run. It's frightening how many times I've seen folks refuse to put their risk management strategy into effect when the stock price exceeds their pre-determined value price.

The above three things are excellent to have in place but remember that you must be diligent in putting them into action or fail. And keep in mind that to improve in anything, you must practice and gain experience. Champions are forged at the gym. This isn't a race.

After identifying these strategic variables, think about how much you're willing to spend on each share. To maintain a balanced portfolio, aim to spend the same amount on each claim, i.e., $5000 throughout a portfolio of 10 shares in various industries.

Finally, before proceeding with any investment, consider whether the risk/reward ratio is favorable. It's pointless to risk $1 to make 50 cents. Throughout my investment career, I've maintained a 1:3 balance. I expect to gain at least three dollars for every dollar I risk. Therefore if I wish to make $3000 from a transaction, I am ready to bet $1000 to accomplish it. This ratio is based on that you will permanently lose money on some of your investments, no matter how good you are. Using this ratio guarantees that when the investments pay off, they more than compensate for any losses.

To summarize, any successful long-term investor must display these traits.

Take charge of their own lives and make their own decisions. They assume responsibility for any losses and take credit for any profits. They improve throughout time as a result of these decisions.

Make and stick to investing or trading strategies. They develop trading strategies based on accurate information obtained in the clear, calm light of day rather than emotional reactions resulting from the stock market's fear or exhilaration. They also stick to their game strategy.

Examine each trade's risk/reward ratio. You should only invest in businesses that have substantial profit potential.

Allow for contingencies in the strategy to know what to do if the traded stock price goes up, down, or sideways. Nothing further can be done with the stock price. However, you are free to carry out your plans. The strategy then directs the activities, avoiding unproductive emotional reactions.

They only invest in financially stable businesses;

Based on their price patterns, buy shares when they're cheap and sell them when they're too costly.

Only invest in firms whose stock values are rising;

Trade without emotion and with the discipline to stick to the strategy.

Continue to withdraw funds from the market. Only when you sell shares do you gain money; and

Have enough confidence in yourself as a result of your previous experiences.