To get the big wins in life, you need to study and compete with others. That’s just the way it’s always been. It’s not going to change now. We’re not saying you need to always expect to win. Life doesn’t work that way. But, you can create more advantages in your life the more prepared you are to take on the challenges that come your way.

If you don’t believe me, think of a single thing – other than winning the lottery on a lucky ticket draw – that doesn’t take a modicum of preparation. Do you think that people who demonstrate extraordinary success at options trading did it overnight? Of course not. That would be a foolish assumption. It takes a lot of study and focus to learn the ins and outs of trading.

Did the person who built your home just wake up one day and decide to be a builder? Did the dentist who filled your cavity just figure out how to do it on the fly? Even a little child has to learn the alphabet before he or she can write his or her name.

So, put on your thinking cap, and get to work learning or improving whatever your skills are at whatever level they happen to be. One step at a time, and you will improve!