Journal

Notes from a working investor.

One essay a week, on investing, risk, and the slow work of building wealth.

Stock tipsMay 12, 2026·6 min read

Five mistakes new investors make in their first year

If you're just starting out, avoid these five traps and you'll be ahead of 90% of beginners.

Risk managementApr 28, 2026·8 min read

Risk isn't a number on a slide. It's the order you place when the market is screaming at you.

StrategyApr 4, 2026·5 min read

The boring portfolio that doubles every seven years beats the exciting one that blows up every two.

Stock tipsMar 21, 2026·9 min read

A practical, jargon-free walkthrough of the three numbers that actually matter.