The Art of Changing | Confessions of a Pragmatic Intellectual's Mind on The Constant in Life, Change!
IntroductionIn trading, it’s often the losses—not the wins—that make us better. Recently, I entered and managed a series of call option trades on ATRL that initially looked promising, but ultimately led to a loss. The trade itself wasn’t reckless—but a few overlooked details (and some misplaced confidence) turned an opportunity into a hard lesson. Here’s…
Investing in dual-listed stocks can provide investors with several advantages, including better liquidity, currency diversification, and arbitrage opportunities. Companies that list their shares on multiple exchanges offer investors the flexibility to trade in different markets, often leading to increased trading volumes and price stability. A prime example of such stocks is Telus Corporation (T) on…
Have you ever heard the phrase, “money makes money”? It might sound like something only wealthy investors can leverage, but with the right approach, anyone can make small, guaranteed profits using everyday financial tools. One such method is leveraging a balance transfer offer to earn money through high-interest savings accounts and promotions. Balance transfers are…
It was a long wait at one of the book fairs to get his autograph, Ebrahim Nabavi. Nabavi became famous after starting his daily column sotūn-e panjom (Fifth column) in the newspaper Jame’eh, which he continued in several newspapers (under different variations of the title) after the newspapers were banned one after another. (Wikipedia)
Investing is not just about buying and holding stocks; there are ways to maximize the earning potential of your portfolio. One such strategy is stock lending, also referred to as Stock Yield Enhancement. While it can boost your returns, it comes with risks that need to be carefully considered. In this blog, we’ll break down…
I took advantage of moving some of my money from TDDI and IBKR to Questrade last year, just as year 2024 was finishing up. Questrade had a promotion of 0% management fee (typically ~0.25%) for opening a new account or transferring to them, for a year. The good thing about Questrade is that they reimburse…
I recently had the pleasure of presenting “Ask Like a Pro: Unleashing the Power of Questions in Project Management” at George Brown College, connecting with an amazing group of future project leaders. Delivering this talk in both in-person and virtual sessions was a fantastic experience that allowed for rich interactions and thought-provoking discussions. This talk…
I am thrilled to share that I became an Associate Certified Coach (ACC) as of December 2022, building upon my years of experience as a coach. While the certification is a significant accomplishment, what I’m most proud of is the impact I’ve been able to make over the years. As a coach, I have helped…
I am extremely happy and excited to share that I have become an AKC, an Accredited Kanban Consultant, as of November 2022. (Shahin Sheidaei Profile) This was a journey of deep learning, immense exploration, and knowledge sharing with peers and Kanban enthusiasts. My Kanban journey started a while back, and it has not stopped yet.…
Are you looking to expand your knowledge of Kanban? And maybe thinking of becoming an AKT? (Accredited Kanban Trainer) The following were resources that highly helped me to learn more about Kanban and its roots. Although these are not the only ones you need to study, they are a good start. Videos: Articles: Emerging Roles…