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Making $25M+ in a Single Trade | #1 Hedge Fund Trader - Larry Benedict

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Sep 24, 2025
Larry Benedict, a trading veteran with over 35 years of experience and a famed hedge fund manager known for his 20-year winning streak, shares insights on mastering risk management and emotional resilience. He discusses the importance of daily drawdown limits, liquidating positions after losses, and avoiding the temptation of chasing big trades. Larry also emphasizes the value of mentorship in today's fast-paced trading environment and reveals his journey from early setbacks to launching his ETF, the Opportunistic Trader.
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ANECDOTE

Fired On Day One, Returned Stronger

  • Larry was briefly fired on his first day in the pits after failing basic fraction math and hand signals.
  • He returned the next day, learned the ropes, and used the floor's toughness as valuable training.
ADVICE

Train For Resilience, Not Just Skill

  • Build mental resilience to handle drawdowns and avoid emotional tilt.
  • Accept trading's knocks and learn to get back up quickly to continue performing.
ADVICE

Grind Small Wins Daily

  • Grind small, repeatable wins instead of chasing rare home runs.
  • Collect frequent small profits to stay positive and avoid catastrophic losses.
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