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Let's Talk Trading (tm) with Ken Roberts
from 05/23/2006
knoxjc asks (7:12:12 PM):
Is the chat still going? I am a wgb student, and I made my first options perchase yesterday.
Yes, knoxjc, we're b-a-c-k now . . . . Congratulations on that first trade!
Gary from Fairhope asks (7:13:44 PM):
Ken,Good Luck to you, Krista and Chelsea. We look forward to seeing you all when you visit Fairhope. Thanks for all you have done and will continue to do.
Hello Gary, and thanks! Yes, we'll be flyin' in to Fairhope Municipal Airport ("4R4" for you pilots out there) in June.
TIgger_T_Bounce asks (7:14:19 PM):
Hello Ken, Congratualations on your retirement. I want to thank you for all the years of teaching that you have done. You have always been there, making the technicals easy to understand, and with laughter too, you have become a very enjoyable friend. Onward and upward.... Enjoy your journey JB Slear
Thank you JB --- you're the best!
ozie58 asks (7:15:31 PM):
Ken; you gave us all so much. For those of us who were open to it, you introduced us to how much authority and power we have over our lives. By the way; you mentioned trading from time to time. Thank you does not quite seem to cover it.
You covered it great, ozie58 --- thank YOU!
Goldie asks (7:17:01 PM):
Goldie from Poulsbo, WAKen, thank you for everything you and your staff have done. Without this course, I would be dreamless!!Will there still be a Ken Roberts Company? Course counselors?
Oh yes --- it'll be better than ever! We're in great hands with CRB (Course Counselors are still at the very same phone number too)! You can stay in touch with me at www.KenRoberts.com. Thanks for joining us this evening, Goldie!
juniegirl asks (7:18:38 PM):
Thanks for getting me started in this business. I enjoyed meeting you at the January trading camp and will always wish the best for you, your family, and all the terrific people I met at the Ken Roberts Company.
Hi Juniegirl! Thank you. (Did you see yourself on the DVD Preview?)
pkstubbs asks (7:19:47 PM):
I like the look of the UTS course but I was just about to order the 50% retracement course. Should I continue with the order or order the UTS course??
BOTH, pkstubbs, BOTH!
EricInJapan asks (7:20:28 PM):
Wow. The mentor I never met in person, thank you most sincerely.
I'm proud to be a Friend You Never Met, EricInJapan! Thank you too . . . .
juniegirl asks (7:27:33 PM):
For those of you who are worried about Ken not being at the helm on chat night --- a little birdie told us at the trading camp that Trader Jim really is Ken Roberts! Add my thanks to all the others here tonight. Blessings to you and yours.
Thanks Juniegirl, you're right! (I taught Trader Jim everything he knows --- but I didn't teach him everything I know!)
mrbaxtor asks (7:28:31 PM):
Does my subscription change at all, do I get the same benefits as I do now?
ALL the same benefits, mrbaxtor --- and even MORE to come! You're in for a real treat and surprise!
toejoe7 asks (7:30:25 PM):
Unbelievable! Ken, you will be more than sorely missed. I would like to thank you for your terrific service and for all you have offered so far. Everything I have been involved in has been fantastic and was made fun & easy to learn because of you. Your integrity & care is what stood out and testing your teachings proved these qualities were indeed genuine. Thank you. Toejoe7 (Darryl from Perth Western Australia)
G'day Mate! Many, many thanks to you too. You'll receive the same great service and care from CRB and the Grants Pass Crew!
RLB-VA asks (7:32:07 PM):
WOW now that is a shocker! KEN it would take all night to tell you all the THANK YOUWOW That is a shocker! KEN it would take all night to tell you all the THANK YOUS YOU DESERVE! I will be sending you a semi short LONG overdue letter, I hope you get to read it! (i know you get a lot) You mentioned speaking - consulting I would really like to meet you again, do you have any definite plans?1
Thanks RLB-VA! Yes! Send me that letter! (And check in often at www.KenRoberts.com to see what I'm up to!)
Paul asks (7:33:34 PM):
Hi Ken,all the best on your new ventures.I found the UTS course at four stars books but can't seem to find the 50% retracement link there can you send us the link here.Thanks.
Sure Paul!
gdog asks (7:34:56 PM):
Thanks Ken for everything...I would never have known about Ted Warren without you. I have been using WGB and TOVI for over 2 years now with great success and I've read your books and can't thank you enough for what they've meant to me in life. Good luck with everything and Thanks Again!
You're welcome, gdog --- it's been my honor!
mattituck mike asks (7:35:42 PM):
ken, a broker called me the other day and asked what technical indicators i used to trade with and i said" a ruler and a pencil"...actually i use an offical stainless steel cork backed ruler and a red trading pen, and a fresh set of us charts, with a little help from tovi...and thats it...thats all you need mm
Great one, mm!!! So what did he say?
Alien asks (7:36:09 PM):
Congrats on the retirement. Had trouble logging in. Will the camps in Grants Pass still be offered? Perhaps with guest appearances?
Oh yes, Alien --- I'm NOT retiring!
toddman asks (7:39:16 PM):
Hey Ken I have been a course member for about 10 years now and i still enjoy it today as much as i did then.But now it seems i have to cleanout my closet,and move my old courses into the spare bedroom[twmpmm 1and2,money manuals newsletters etc..]So my wife has more room for clothes and shoes,she says that I don't need them anymore because Ken uses tovi now, along with other new strategies I agreed, but i still like to review the older stuff sometimes just like she likes to wear her old pointed green shoes.What are your thoughts ken on the old materials[not the green shoes]thanks Ken and good luck in all you do.
You scared me, toddman --- I thought you said that YOU like to wear your wife's old pointed green shoes . . . ! (I wear Krista's old RED pointy shoes and find that they really do help me trade better . . . .) The "old" material is CLASSIC --- the truth never changes.
EricInJapan asks (7:40:26 PM):
Another "thank you": I ordered and received the ACTT course a couple of weeks ago, and I must say that my eyes almost popped out of my head as I looked back over my charts with ACTT in mind because of all of the opportunity and possibility! I'd say that is quite an accumulation in gold, for one. Thanks again, and one day, I hope to add you to the Friends I HAVE Met portrait!
Yes, Eric --- Ted knew his stuff, didn't he?!
ojaigal asks (7:41:05 PM):
Hi Ken...and Many Blessings to you and your family as you begin this new adventure. I started with your courses 6-7 years ago, and although I am just returning to commodities, I have followed the chats from time to time, knowing that it was only a matter of time before I would trade again. I love this business & know that I will be successful! Thank you for your teachings, guidance & for all of the wonderful support. As others have stated here, commodities is only part of it, I have learned so much about myself in the process. ALL THE BEST!!!
Onward & Upward, ojaigal! Thank you.
pkstubbs asks (7:41:47 PM):
Thanks for all your guidance and help including all your ideas, charts, etc. It's been a pleasure working with you.
Yes, stick by those charts, pkstubbs: The Charts Tell All . . . .
capt. ric asks (7:43:55 PM):
Ken...I posted a question on your first chat a long long time ago...(when I was a newbie from a colder climate...LOL) I have BOTH Great Wealth and Riches (those that know, KNOW!!!!) Thanks for all you have done for my family and because of what you taught me I write this from a much warmer climate. Goodbye old friend and Congrats...May the wind always fill your sails and soul...CAPT. RIC
Aye, aye, Captain Ric! Glad you didn't miss the boat!
ForeMe asks (7:46:21 PM):
ForeMe--Nebraska--Thanks Ken--Not that this will be real impressive to some--but since February my portfolio went from $3,000.00 to 15,000..thanks to you and all your support staff, that Goldwing is just around the corner. Thanks again
Sounds good to me, ForeMe! Congratulations! (Now TEACH what you've learned and enroll in the UTS Course!)
Vern asks (7:48:48 PM):
Hi Ken, should I watch the 50% retracement mostly on weekly charts only ? Also, how should I decide to place my formation when the present front month rolls over to another new front month ? Do I update the same formation as the previous Daily Chart (say , like copy July to August formation) ?
Hello Vern . . . . Apply the 50% Retracement Rule to Monthly, Weekly, AND Active Futures Month DAILY charts too! Yes, transfer your 50% levels and formations to the next new Active Futures Month.
Deb & Andy asks (7:49:43 PM):
Hello Ken, I guess we all knew this time would come but hoped it wouldn't. Good luck on all your new ventures. Will there still be aKen's Chart Book (on the US Chartco web site)? Thanks Ken and Take Care
Thanks Deb & Andy! Yes, everything you've come to know and use --- plus more coming soon!
Bonita Joe asks (7:51:40 PM):
Ken my friend!!!! Great move! BUT....who do we hit with the bad jokes? All I can say is that you have truly changed my life and I am forever grateful! No one person has inspired me, or turned me to the inspirational thoughts and material, like you have. Life is what we make, day by day and now I look forward to Mondays at 4:30 AM to get up to speed. If you and Krista are ever near San Diego....give a call! Take care...BONITA jOE
Hello my friend! Trader Jim can handle all the bad jokes you throw at him (and lots of people DO throw things at him)! In fact, Jim has bruises all over his body from people touching him with 10-foot poles . . . .
Paul asks (7:52:39 PM):
Ken, Thank you for "teaching us to fish" rather than "giving us a fish"Your "teachings" have transformed so many lives and not just in a financial way.Thank You, Ken!!
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Gary from Fairhope asks (7:53:31 PM):
As one that has profited from the "UTS" course, I would recommend it to everyone. I am glad to hear that you are going to focus more attention on it. While I was so busy dealing with all the "success", I let some of the "gold coins" slip by. I hope to get back on track.Thanks Ken again for everything. I just had hamburgers on the grill.
Thanks Gary! Ooooooh, those burgers sound gooood! Wait, I think we can smell that b-b-q from here . . . .
sirlarry asks (7:53:51 PM):
Ken I would like to thank you for all of your hard workand dedication to your students. I look forward to all the wonderfulchanges that my life will undergo due to that awesome bookletI received from you seven years ago
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pma asks (7:55:11 PM):
PMA asked:Hi Ken, I know many people have wished you well to-night. I just wanted to do the same.Also, thank you for Four Star Books as well. With great love and respect. All the best....
Thanks pma! (Everyone: Don't miss that huge Spring Special at Four Star Books going on through May!)
sirlarry asks (7:56:19 PM):
I also wanted to let you know that my paper trades were up 25,000 after studying the ACTT course! It Rocks!!!
Yes! Go, Ted Warren, go!
pkstubbs asks (7:58:05 PM):
I've been paper trading since Mar 28. I've noticed on some of the put contracts that I purchased that even though the underlying commodity is going down in price the option is also going down. What's up with that???
That particular market likely didn't drop very fast (not a lot of volatility), pkstubbs. Also realize that options tend to lag futures a bit, so don't give up yet. (When there's high volatility and a market moves UP, for example, the puts sometimes also rise in value too!)
ready2win asks (8:00:24 PM):
Hi Ken, WOW I was not expecting that announcement but as always you lead by example. You are showing us how to find and do what we have a passion for and then to make sure we "smell the roses" so to speak. As Traders I guess we are all going to have to stand on our own feet. If all that you have left CRB doesnt continue the way you would hope what tools would you tell us to make sure we keep or purchase to help us meet our dreams so one day we can follow your path. I am a UTS member and look forward to our continued relationship. I echo everyone tonight thanking you from the bottom of my heart for everything you and your family have done for us
I have full faith and trust in CRB, ready2win, but ultimately, all you need is your set of price charts! See you at our next UTS RoundTable Meeting Tuesday, June 13th, 6:pm Pacific Time! Onward & Upward!
greg in arizona asks (8:01:35 PM):
Ken, Before stumbling onto your courses a few years back, I had gone through many self-improvement courses, MLM and network marketing businesses, etc. Your courses have been better than all the rest put together! Thanks a million, and the best of luck to you and your family.
We followed the same path, greg! Glad we're on the right track now!
jmst asks (8:02:30 PM):
Ken is being great knowning that you were always there, hate to say good bye. My heart turns in pain for you as you being my mentor I feel I'm losing some one special that I have heard and known for years. Lot's of rock's and God bless. Thank you so very much... Always Jesus (Puerto Rico)
Thanks jmst. (And stay in touch via www.KenRoberts.com . . . .)
capt. ric asks (8:03:26 PM):
Ken, You gave my husband (Capt. Ric) a cigar and candle that smells like money when you burn it (so he says).. He has never lit either one but, I just got them out of his office upstairs and told him to light both for you... Mrs. Captain RicYes the candle smells better than the cigar but then I like the smell of money
That's neat, Mrs. Captain Ric! You two sound terrific! Thanks from Krista and me . . . .
Vern asks (8:04:19 PM):
Hello Ken, just a thought. It'd be great if you can drop by Singapore sometime to give the same great trading camp courses and as well other courses featured over in Grant Pass in the future. I'd be the first to welcome you! my great mentor! What do you think ? Cheers!
We were just speaking about Singapore this evening at dinner before this Chat. Sounds like it might be a possibility . . . !
Wow-NoWay asks (8:05:22 PM):
Wow! Ken I can't believe it. I have followed you since the late 80's. I have so many fond memories of you and your programs. I was in shock to see this anoucement tonight. I feel such a sense of loss. You were my rock who I could always turn to for wisdom. You will be hugely missed. Take care my friend, Craig--Port Huron Michigan
Thanks Craig --- and stay in touch via that UTS Members-Only Mailbox!
Mike in NYC asks (8:06:14 PM):
Your Hummer with the Big Pencil will be a collector's car. Heard GM stopped making them. Thanks for being outrageous, and teaching us all to participate in Commodities - the last free bastian of capitalism.
It's been my pleasure, Mike, to be outrageous!
sparkles asks (8:06:57 PM):
Best wishes to you as you expand your horizons. I hope I can make as much of an impact in the world as you have done. You are a great role model. I agree, thank you doesn't seem to quite cover it.
You ARE lighting up the world, sparkles! Thank you.
TexasTom asks (8:07:14 PM):
Ken, Thank you for sending me the pamphlet about your course several years ago. Thank you for giving us a vehicle to reach our dreams:-).
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robertNbiloxi asks (8:15:05 PM):
Ken, you were great in getting me started in the grain business. Thanks and good luck to you and yours.......have enrolled in UTS
The GRAIN business, you say? How corny, robertNbiloxi! Ah, shucks . . . . Let's separate the chaff from the wheat here . . . . It's BEAN fun! I'm glad you lent me your ear! Soy, how do you like 'dem oats anywhey? OK, better quit now --- all this is just going in one ear and out the other . . . .
ironman150 asks (8:16:22 PM):
Seeing as this is your last scheduled "show". Can you give us your general opinion on each market? Or a select few (of your choosing).thanks
pianodad asks (8:20:13 PM):
Pianodad from Austin: Ken, your announcement took me by surprise. At first I felt sad, but then I remembered what a friend told me once when things looked bleak; she said oh, Tom, don't you know that change is always good? I will take her at her word, and wish you and your family the very best. I believe your best work may still be ahead of you!
That's what I'm thinkin' too, pianodad! Thank you!
Arizona-David asks (8:22:38 PM):
Best wishes to you Ken as you take a little down time and decompress. When do you think "My Favorite Market Now" will be released?Arizona-David
Call a Course Counselor at 541-955-2700 and pre-order yours now, Arizona-David! I expect a JULY release date. Thanks!
EricInJapan asks (8:23:07 PM):
Among your future writing, can we expect a sequel to A Rich Man's Secret? :)
Yes --- it's called REINCARNATION (They say you can't take it with you) . . . .
Mike in NYC asks (8:27:08 PM):
"Oh fibonacci, fibonacci, I love you fibonacci!"My wife of twenty years, taps me on the shoulder, and says this, when I need a smile.Thanks for having so much fun with us!
What a gift, fibonacci, err, Mike! Thank you for that! (And don't let the stochastics get you down!)
chrisfrom barrie asks (8:39:15 PM):
Hello Ken, could you please take us back to your first trade? did you make money? did you lose money? was it one big win that gave you confidence or was it a loss that made you think "I can win at this game if I stay persistent"? Thanks Ken
Well, chrisfrombarrie, I remember Abe Lincoln standing on the train platform, waving at the gathering crowds. Sugar was 2-cents a pound (those were the good old days) . . . . I was carving my chart tablets with my trusty red hammer and Pentel chisel (I also remember Krista's old red pointy lace-up boots . . . . Boy, did I look good in those beauties, if I do say so myself!). My first gold trade was the time I pulled out that gold spike from the new transcontinental railway in Colorado (Wow! That was a close one, but I made a bundle . . . .) Then the Indians captured me and took me to their leader (who I noticed was wearing a pair of old turquoise beaded pointy moccasins (my red boots looked MUCH better!). He made me drink the strongest fire water they had and told me he would set me free if I would teach him to trade ... commodities . . . . (And that's how TWMPMM was born!)
richk asks (8:39:54 PM):
Dear Ken, the most important insight you once shared that has forever stayed with me is that for a person to be a good "trader", the first priority is to grow "spiritually". I absolutely believe this and took this pearl of truth to heart. I'm indeed sad to hear this news, didn't expect it at all, but wish to sincerely thank you for your wisdom, generosity, and for being a truly "soul-ful" person!I have benefited from you in more ways than expected. Many Blessings to you! rich, new haven, ct.
Thank you, Rich!
ready2win asks (8:40:39 PM):
Ken, I have kept myself from asking this question but I have to and I offer my apologies ahead of time. Do you see tremendous opportunity to acheive dreams as you have in commodities?
Absolutely, ready2win: I'm living proof (and read some of the other comments here this evening too)!
mattituck mike asks (8:41:54 PM):
ken whos gonna show us how to trade the new housing markets? thats what i thought your announcement was going to be..
Yes, those new housing contracts will be interesting to watch (and trade)! And I know CRB and Trader Jim will be on it!
Barkn from Missouri asks (8:43:28 PM):
Ken, I want to say it's been a pleasure doing business with you. I've been a course member since 1990 and have grown in so many ways it's impossible to list. You are a true humanitarian and philanthropist. What I've always admired about you is your moral compass. You don't just want people to become successful traders being financially independent, you encourage people to search their "Inner Self" and become "Good Moral People!" That is the difference between you and every other person with a course or method out there. Hence, 4 Star Books. Thank you, friend. May the sun always shine on your life and keep in touch with us. By the way... For me, $100,000 in paper trades in last 6 months. (Copper, Gold, Sugar and OJ has been good to me) And doing good with real money. Thanks Again!
We can only see that which is already within. Thank you Barkn!
LearningIn Detroit asks (8:45:30 PM):
Hi Ken. I have been a course member for 10+ years and thanks for all that you have done. I am grateful to you for teaching me commodity trading and also for introducing me to Dr. B's book on water. You helped me improve my physical health as well. I wish you a peaceful future. Thanks a million.
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Andrew from Pacific asks (8:46:31 PM):
Hey Ken,Congratulations on your choice to challenge yourself in your new adventures. I hope you find the fun! You always seem to...All the best to you and your family!
Thank you, and all the best to you and yours too, Andrew!
In saying goodnight, remember:
1) Change is good,
2) "What you want also wants you." [Vernon Howard]
3) You have blessed and honored me more than you'll ever know,
4) I'm not going away,
5) You're in good hands and everything's just as it should be . . . .
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