{"product_id":"panic-proof-investing-isbn-9780471030249","title":"Panic-Proof Investing","description":"\"...concise, easy-to-read, and filled with solid advice. An eveningspent reading Panic-Proof Investing could prove to be one of thebest investments the novice investor can make.\"\u003cbr\u003e --Jack Schwager, author, The New Market Wizards\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Featured in Jack Schwager's bestselling The New MarketWizards, Tom Basso is one of the most popular and most quotedprofessional traders in the world. In a book rich with wit, wisdom,and a wealth of practical advice, Tom Basso, a.k.a. \"Mr. Serenity,\"tells you how to center yourself for smart, balanced investmentchoices. Taking aim at internal roadblocks to success, Tom clearlyshows why the sine qua non of being a successful investor is to\"know thyself.\" Writing in a jargon-free, down-to-earth style, heprepares you for the investment process with tips on how to stayfocused; how to avoid and cope with common frustrations; and how toavoid psychological pitfalls that lead to poor decision-making anddisappointing returns.\u003cbr\u003e * Witty, familiar, easy-to-read, and peppered with livelycartoons and illustrations\u003cbr\u003e * Packed with real-life case studies and telling parables inwhich you'll recognize your own and your friends' experiences\u003cbr\u003e * Features a handy \"Panic-Proof Investor Checklist\" that sums upthe most important points covered in the book The Frustrated Investor.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Three Areas of Investing Success.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Your Perceptions Are Different from Others'.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Who's to Blame?.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Keep Your Money from the Person Managing It!.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Give Yourself Balanced Scenarios.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e If It Isn't Broken, Don't Fix It!.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e The Art of Monitoring an Investment.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Chasing the Hot Track Record.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Is This a Good Deal or What?.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Beware of the 10-Year Track Record.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Diversify to Your Comfort Level.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e How Is Everyone Compensated?.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Avoid Information Overload.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Make a Decision, Then Act!.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Staying the Course--The Toughest Decision.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e To Succeed, Lose the Ego.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e The Markets Are Not Random, and Other Personal Thoughts.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Panic-Proof Investor Questions\/Checklist.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Suggested Reading. \u003cb\u003eTHOMAS F. BASSO\u003c\/b\u003e is President of Trendstat Capital Management, Inc., which manages over $65 million for 300 clients worldwide. He has been a registered investment advisor since 1980 and a registered commodities advisor since 1984.  \"…concise, easy-to-read, and filled with solid advice. An evening spent reading \u003ci\u003ePanic-Proof Investing\u003c\/i\u003e could prove to be one of the best investments the novice investor can make.\"\u003cbr\u003e —\u003cb\u003eJack Schwager author\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003ci\u003eThe New Market Wizards\u003c\/i\u003e  \u003cp\u003eFeatured in Jack Schwager’s bestselling \u003ci\u003eThe New Market Wizards\u003c\/i\u003e, Tom Basso is one of the most popular and most quoted professional traders in the world. In a book rich with wit, wisdom, and a wealth of practical advice, Tom Basso, a.k.a. \"Mr. Serenity,\" tells you how to center yourself for smart, balanced investment choices. Taking aim at internal roadblocks to success, Tom clearly shows why the sine qua non of being a successful investor is to \"know thyself.\" Writing in a jargon-free, down-to-earth style, he prepares you for the investment process with tips on how to stay focused; how to avoid and cope with common frustrations; and how to avoid psychological pitfalls that lead to poor decision-making and disappointing returns.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eWitty, familiar, easy-to-read, and peppered with lively cartoons and illustrations\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePacked with real-life case studies and telling parables in which you’ll recognize your own and your friends’ experiences\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFeatures a handy \"Panic-Proof Investor Checklist\" that sums up the most important points covered in the book\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Wiley","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47989748728037,"sku":"NP9780471030249","price":26.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9780471030249.jpg?v=1761785339","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/products\/panic-proof-investing-isbn-9780471030249","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}