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On this episode of Words of Rizdom which was recorded on 21st November 2025 we are joined by Ted Zhang. We dive into the mindset and discipline behind elite performance, told through the perspective of a 25-year-old trader co-managing over $20 million. The conversation frames trading, and life, as a long-term game, where mistakes are not failures but essential feedback. Alongside lessons from elite athletes, authors, and trading industry professionals, the episode emphasises the importance of studying historical market data to understand patterns, probabilities, and context, using the past as a guide, not a crutch. We hope you enjoy this episode.
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Timestamps:
00:00 Managing $25 Million at 25 Years Old
05:00 The Power of Real Market Experience
10:00 Ted's Unconventional Path to Asset Management
17:00 Networking, Personal Brand & Breaking Into the Industry
25:00 Early Trading Journey & Lessons from Failure
41:00 Managing Client Money vs. Personal Accounts
47:00 Portfolio Construction, Capital Allocation & Benchmarks
54:00 Trading Strategy, Timeframes & Sector Focus
01:00:00 Risk Management, Position Sizing & Trade Exits
01:07:00 Market Cycles & Learning from History
01:13:00 Trading Environment: Teamwork, Feedback & Routine
01:21:00 Habit Building, Mental Resilience & Self-Improvement
01:29:00 Overcoming Drawdowns: Evolution as a Trader
01:36:00 Theme Investing & Identifying Market Trends
01:44:00 Stage Analysis & Timeless Market Principles
01:52:00 Learning from the Greats: Books, Routine & Growth Mindset
02:01:00 Success Principles, Philosophy & Last Words
Disclaimer:
The content on Words of Rizdom is for informational and educational purposes only and should not be considered financial, investment or trading advice. I am not a licensed financial advisor, and the strategies, opinions, and commentary shared are based on personal experience of the respective guests. We are not personally affiliated with any of the guests featured in our episodes. The views expressed by our guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the opinions or endorsements of Words of Rizdom.