I’m going to level with you. I don’t own a private Jet or an Aston Martin. Although I would love an Aston Martin, I’m not quite sure how my partner, 2-year-old twins and 3-year-old labrador would all squeeze in safely, to be honest. Maybe one day – when it is a bit more practical. 

 

Does this mean I am not successful? Everyone’s opinion on this will differ, I guess, and this is why you need to measure success based on your own goals and aspirations. 

 

When I worked in the City of London, I used to set my alarm for 4.30am and be at my desk by 6am. When I lived in Hong Kong, I used to finish work at 11.30pm! I wanted more from life and decided to quit my job and take on the markets to get the lifestyle I wanted. 

 

I started my trading journey with a very modest account. Seven years on, I have consistently returned 50%+ on my account annually (often more than this) and can support a lifestyle that enables me to have the freedoms I want in life. 

 

A lifestyle that allows me to holiday whenever I choose (and COVID restrictions allow) and work from wherever I wish. A profession that allowed me to be there when my daughter smiled for the first time and continues to allow me to bath both my children, read them a bedtime story and give them a kiss goodnight. This, in my opinion, is what makes me successful. A full-time job robs many family men and women of these precious moments.