How I learned to read -- and trade stocks -- in prison | Curtis "Wall Street" Carroll

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  • Опубликовано: 2 окт 2024
  • Financial literacy isn't a skill -- it's a lifestyle. Take it from Curtis "Wall Street" Carroll. As an incarcerated individual, Caroll knows the power of a dollar. While in prison, he taught himself how to read and trade stocks, and now he shares a simple, powerful message: we all need to be more savvy with our money.
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  • @lindseylim8026
    @lindseylim8026 5 лет назад +1761

    His enthusiasm and happiness about his ability to read. Brought tears to my eyes.
    He is so intelligent.

    • @stephaniewilliams3428
      @stephaniewilliams3428 5 лет назад +52

      Watching this young man for some reason gives me hope. I'm a 50yr white woman who at one time had everything I could've ever wanted. Now I NEVER see my adult kids nor my grandbabies. I live on a puny Disability check & I live in some crummy apartments, also with no vehicle. My family down here WILL NOT help me or co-sign for me to get a loan while they're raking in the dough.
      However, this young man learned to read, spell, & taught himself about money. God bless you young man for giving others hope.

    • @shanewatson7022
      @shanewatson7022 5 лет назад +3

      He’s a murder..

    • @DylanAGames
      @DylanAGames 5 лет назад +5

      generic username they are correlated, though. It was his intelligence that told him to push through the pain of reading a book and learning to read. He wanted to stop his ways. If he wasn’t intelligent he would’ve stopped 2 pages into that book.

    • @robertmartinez9079
      @robertmartinez9079 5 лет назад +1

      @@stephaniewilliams3428 may you be financially literate

    • @music7307
      @music7307 5 лет назад +2

      @@genericusername8337 I mean I understand the nuances that you are differentiating but you can't deny this dude is intelligent. This inference not only comes from his speech, but the fact that he learned the stock market..

  • @NicholasBall130
    @NicholasBall130 7 месяцев назад +257

    Purchasing a stock may seem straightforward, but selecting the correct stock without a proven strategy can be exceedingly challenging. I've been working on expanding my $210K portfolio for a while, and my primary obstacle is the lack of clear entry and exit strategies. Any advice on this matter would be greatly appreciated.

    • @StacieBMui
      @StacieBMui 7 месяцев назад +2

      the strategies are quite rigorous for the regular-Joe. As a matter of fact, they are mostly successfully carried out by pros who have had a great deal of skillset/knowledge to pull such trades off.

    • @StocksWolf752
      @StocksWolf752 6 месяцев назад +2

      I agree. Based on personal experience working with an investment advisor, I currently have $1m in a well-diversified portfolio that has experienced exponential growth. It's not only about having money to invest in stocks, but you also need to be knowledgeable, persistent, and have strong hands to back it up.

    • @EleanorBaker474
      @EleanorBaker474 6 месяцев назад +2

      How can I participate in this? I sincerely aspire to establish a secure financial future and am eager to participate. Who is the driving force behind your success?.

    • @StocksWolf752
      @StocksWolf752 6 месяцев назад +2

      Sonya lee Mitchell is the licensed fiduciary I use. Just research the name. You’d find necessary details to work with a correspondence to set up an appointment.

    • @VictorBiggerstaff
      @VictorBiggerstaff 6 месяцев назад +2

      I just checked her out on google and I have sent her an email. I hope she gets back to me soon.

  • @troytucker_
    @troytucker_ 5 лет назад +3536

    Unbelievable delivery. Most authentic TED talk I've seen.

    • @velvetindigonight
      @velvetindigonight 5 лет назад +15

      True - another authentic TED Talk is neuroscoentist Jill Bolte Taylor talking about her experience of having a stroke. Mind boggling.

    • @DefneGoal
      @DefneGoal 5 лет назад +6

      His so intelligent guy also 😁😁😁😁his a master Devil 😁😁😁😁😁

    • @prod.j4yro3
      @prod.j4yro3 5 лет назад +6

      Yeah this guy is amazing at speeches and his topic is perfect.

    • @ethank5681
      @ethank5681 5 лет назад

      Troy Tucker you a real nutmeg

    • @Stamatis_Misirlis
      @Stamatis_Misirlis 4 года назад +1

      Yes he is absolutely direct!

  • @khorirideshare574
    @khorirideshare574 4 года назад +587

    This man is truly gifted. His charisma and comfortability on stage is inspiring. I pray he gets the chance to see freedom and be used as a tool to help people in the world!!

    • @theernalrealestategroupatk707
      @theernalrealestategroupatk707 4 года назад +4

      Amen. 🙏

    • @RelentlessDjango
      @RelentlessDjango 4 года назад +7

      @F U Money Prison is for teaching and reforming individuals for reintroduction to society; not locking away for all eternity. Thats why tax payers fund the prison system, to encourage non criminal lifestyles that result in prison sentences.

    • @ievimonkey
      @ievimonkey 3 года назад +3

      @F U Money I totally see where your coming from. I think there are a few exceptions like this man to have another chance in life. I'd say he made up for what he did by owning up to it and helping those that chose the wrong path.

    • @mariamacruz107
      @mariamacruz107 3 года назад +3

      @F U Money yeah I get where your coming from but I believe that prison changed this man to make better choices. I can respect whatever opinion you have but in my opinion, this man is gifted and has a lot of potential and deserves to have parole

    • @nickjames4799
      @nickjames4799 3 года назад

      For more information 👇👇👇👇

  • @minhsanityfree4724
    @minhsanityfree4724 7 лет назад +594

    I did time with that man in Soledad back in the early 2000s. Cool dude, always walked around with a news paper in hand talking about the stock market. Despite the none believers and doubters, no one can legitimately debunk his spiel because at the end of the day, he knew what he was talking about. Long ago that was, just glad to see him pop up on my recommendations. Who would've thought. Make noise Curty Bone, make noise...

    • @minhsanityfree4724
      @minhsanityfree4724 7 лет назад +6

      DUMBEEZY Games Right next to Salinas Valley. Yao Minh 😂

    • @minhsanityfree4724
      @minhsanityfree4724 7 лет назад +7

      DUMBEEZY Games Free like a bird now

    • @irenanderson9745
      @irenanderson9745 6 лет назад +9

      Yao Minh Wsup!! This I.A.

    • @minhsanityfree4724
      @minhsanityfree4724 6 лет назад +23

      Iren Anderson what’s up homeboy!!! That’s crazy to see homeboy up there. How you been?

    • @irenanderson9745
      @irenanderson9745 6 лет назад +26

      Minhsanity Free I’ve been good u still down? I miss beating y’all in 🏀. A lot of b.s. on that yard but some good times too. Hit me bro 3104934629

  • @NateOBrien
    @NateOBrien 7 лет назад +1977

    Our prison system needs reform. Not trying to get political but I think mass incarceration is not the way to go. I am so happy for this man, warms my heart

    • @AB-oj3bj
      @AB-oj3bj 6 лет назад +58

      Nate O'Brien
      You do realize that this guy went to prison for robbery/murder right? Incarceration for that type of crime is necessary. Your point in this particular instance holds no validity here. Going to prison for selling weed can be disputed, but not this.

    • @jesuswantsyoutopayme
      @jesuswantsyoutopayme 6 лет назад +18

      Murdering thieves belong in prison ya bleeding heart liberal...

    • @sillydog70
      @sillydog70 6 лет назад +28

      Nate O'Brien America needs reform including prison 😎👍 like he said even the middle class is living paycheck to paycheck and it’s all due to lack of financial literacy

    • @JN003
      @JN003 6 лет назад +28

      norway has recidivism rate 20% USA 60%. i wonder what there prison system is like in Norway.

    • @stevet6676
      @stevet6676 6 лет назад +6

      Nate, I see your point, but take a look at the German prison system. There is actually a very good youtube about an American judge who travels to Germany to study their system.

  • @daveblack6951
    @daveblack6951 5 лет назад +3162

    I wonder how many brilliant men will never know just how brilliant they are

    • @a.k.4085
      @a.k.4085 5 лет назад +90

      Brilliant thought. The answer is countless. Sadly.

    • @facksvillain2296
      @facksvillain2296 5 лет назад +10

      😥

    • @octaviomichel.r2986
      @octaviomichel.r2986 5 лет назад +37

      Deep and poetic and made me think.

    • @cowpoke02
      @cowpoke02 5 лет назад +23

      suppression by public schools .. corp schools to make corp workers .. not competition ,, 99.9 percent of the world population . lol.

    • @selsam7064
      @selsam7064 5 лет назад +2

      That's deep. Wow.

  • @alexmarlin1150
    @alexmarlin1150 4 года назад +125

    I would gladly take a class lead by him, cause he speaks so clearly in a way that I can actually understand.

  • @premiumblue1637
    @premiumblue1637 6 лет назад +1272

    The smartest people that i have ever come across are always self taught just like this guy!

    • @bradyrobertson23
      @bradyrobertson23 5 лет назад +9

      Facts

    • @lionelkennedy1394
      @lionelkennedy1394 5 лет назад +36

      Exactly right. They were not spoonfed in the schools but were smart enough to teach themselves. That is real intelligence.

    • @metheme7893
      @metheme7893 5 лет назад +7

      That is true....
      You learn if you open your mind .

    • @sumterblackchamberofcommer112
      @sumterblackchamberofcommer112 5 лет назад +16

      that is correct because in the 10th grade I dropped out of school and now I'm a founder of a nonprofit organization and also a real estate buyer and now I love reading anything to do with law tax law I love it

    • @oye2012
      @oye2012 5 лет назад +1

      Desire. Some have so much that just a few things could've so many lives when they're young and looking for guidance and acceptance. Mr. Curtis Carroll has my respect and admiration. Keep going bro!!

  • @AC-qo8oq
    @AC-qo8oq 5 лет назад +725

    Well, he talked me out of spending $80 on nail polishes I didn’t need 🤣 I closed out that tab.

    • @kaya6940
      @kaya6940 5 лет назад +3

      Lol

    • @jonathangraham4960
      @jonathangraham4960 5 лет назад +12

      @ A.C. I was on my way to McDonald's to buy me a 20 piece nugget meal! 🤔

    • @loveisalexandra
      @loveisalexandra 5 лет назад +13

      geez $80 on nail polish alone? are you a nail tech?

    • @el-on3fn
      @el-on3fn 5 лет назад +7

      Somone compliment AC on her smile.. I don't want to look thirsty specially on youtube 😂

    • @nationofhebrewisraelites
      @nationofhebrewisraelites 5 лет назад +4

      Get the nail polish but put $80 up in stocks each time you do buy. Come out ahead when we spend money!

  • @404goldenchild
    @404goldenchild 7 лет назад +1860

    this is a great talk. I can remember like it was yesterday that I was homeless living under the bridge and now I have a business. Motivating story!!

    • @danielcarrero463
      @danielcarrero463 6 лет назад +55

      Good for you Brother keep the Faith hope make a Billion dollars and I pray your kids will never have to go through what you did...

    • @7rlalko
      @7rlalko 6 лет назад +38

      TEACH THE REST WHO ARE LOST AND WONDERING..

    • @donnadavies4630
      @donnadavies4630 6 лет назад +6

      This is great x

    • @deionsmith263
      @deionsmith263 6 лет назад +4

      A successful business?or just a business ?

    • @feur2884
      @feur2884 6 лет назад +1

      But know u making money in the oil field

  • @mariee1336
    @mariee1336 4 года назад +1183

    He is up for parole this year. Hopefully, he is granted it!

    • @cjwallace4559
      @cjwallace4559 4 года назад +134

      Pray he never returns to any type if jail, mentally, physically or spiritually in Jesus Name and finds good success...

    • @mariee1336
      @mariee1336 4 года назад +29

      @@cjwallace4559 Yes and amen!

    • @nataliemartin8288
      @nataliemartin8288 4 года назад +11

      Amen....

    • @jonneygreen
      @jonneygreen 4 года назад +5

      @Orange County Anthony Stop lying 🤥

    • @devenfans3833
      @devenfans3833 4 года назад

      Orange County Anthony source?

  • @tanyuelvis
    @tanyuelvis 5 лет назад +489

    This guy's got communication skills. He is very articulate and has a good sense of humor and is very intelligent. He does not sound like one who has been illiterate for 22 years of his life. Determination is powerful.

    • @AK-hw9ij
      @AK-hw9ij 5 лет назад +3

      Are you saying “he speaks so well”

    • @KkKk-qk4xd
      @KkKk-qk4xd 5 лет назад +2

      Adam Kerwin no that doesn’t work look at the profile the dude is black himself

    • @nevercomfortable3407
      @nevercomfortable3407 4 года назад

      I agree his determination is out of this world

    • @wildthangthajack
      @wildthangthajack 4 года назад +2

      Tanyu Elvis my friend that is the art of a hustler the bitter sweetness of being a kid out of the mud. We learn the inner workings over everything and can maneuver enough to survive in various environments so well that one could never tell illiteracy is a problem. Because we do everything else so well. In

  • @blackceasar2141
    @blackceasar2141 6 лет назад +1854

    He learned to read and trade stocks in prison. Meanwhile, US public schools barely teach economics🤔. Something is extremely wrong with the US education system. Parents in urban communities must apply for a "great school". Then wait to be chosen from a lottery. 😒

    • @MsBlackBeauty777
      @MsBlackBeauty777 6 лет назад +68

      That's why we must consider homeschooling, and create our own curricula.

    • @a.d.w8385
      @a.d.w8385 6 лет назад +46

      @@MsBlackBeauty777 Many have to work and cant afford to homeschool. Many Americans rely on two incomes.

    • @jamesrosa2317
      @jamesrosa2317 5 лет назад +7

      GREAT JOB!!!!! TEACH AND SERVE THE YOUNG IN THE AMERICA FIRST, NATIONWIDE, INSTEAD OF ENTERTAINING THE PRIVILEGE .

    • @trillgates2452
      @trillgates2452 5 лет назад +17

      Black Ceasar
      This is no accident.

    • @fishu1947
      @fishu1947 5 лет назад +48

      I am a 12th grade high school student who has an Advance Placement Economics class. They don't barely teach economics.
      It's not the school it's the students, if a student really cared about economics they would have the best grades in those classes and we have a whole text book all about economics with vocabulary and everything. It's the students' mindset. A lot of us Americans don't care about school until it's too late

  • @blackpanda418
    @blackpanda418 7 лет назад +3254

    One of the best speeches on here, delivery was flawless caught the point across without me losing attention once

    • @positivevibesonly7763
      @positivevibesonly7763 6 лет назад +6

      Johnny truth

    • @ifeanyiokwara1137
      @ifeanyiokwara1137 6 лет назад +6

      John Gedeon his an orator

    • @PatKittle
      @PatKittle 6 лет назад +3

      In other words, no ebonics?

    • @joseflindsey2260
      @joseflindsey2260 6 лет назад +16

      @pat kittle no. your problematic whiteness make you mentally handicapped. no more comments from u

    • @jonathanp6836
      @jonathanp6836 6 лет назад +1

      I've made a decent $7k with forex robot in less than a month, I use "dragonexpert EA"
      you can google it and you can download for free

  • @lebronj5491
    @lebronj5491 3 года назад +82

    New to stock trading too learning how to buy the dip after a swing. 😂 😂 😂 😂

    • @kathleenstoner.n7499
      @kathleenstoner.n7499 3 года назад +12

      Understood the term "market swing" better when i lost $67K last November.

    • @pizzaguy7998
      @pizzaguy7998 3 года назад +6

      @@kathleenstoner.n7499 And still breathing? How are your trades lately?

    • @kathleenstoner.n7499
      @kathleenstoner.n7499 3 года назад +3

      @@pizzaguy7998 Yeah. Great and impressive. found one Sandra Yvonne Webster on the web in all honesty, she's an Angel.

    • @kathleenstoner.n7499
      @kathleenstoner.n7499 3 года назад +2

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    • @dylangiddings4516
      @dylangiddings4516 3 года назад

      @@kathleenstoner.n7499 post it on wallstreetbets

  • @NIKIGEE100
    @NIKIGEE100 7 лет назад +271

    This is one of the best TED talks I've ever heard and I'm a true TED talk fan

    • @twocentzzz
      @twocentzzz 7 лет назад +18

      NIKIGEE100 I am a fake TED talk fan so I have no valid opinion :/

  • @Xsdwolf
    @Xsdwolf 6 лет назад +1642

    As someone who's recieved a decent education and who is constantly expanding his knowledge, I seriously wish I was as well spoken as this man. He speaks like someone with a double major bachelor's degree in finance and sociology. The speech was so articulate and concise in its delivery that it felt like every single word was necessary. He naturally intergrated some higher level words in such a casual way it sounded like he's always talked like this.
    Seriously, he's not just a testament to financial literacy, he's a testimony to self-education. Knowledge has truly elevated this man to new heights.

    • @marieramadhar949
      @marieramadhar949 6 лет назад +4

      See

    • @margybernard
      @margybernard 6 лет назад +18

      So impressed by his eloquence.

    • @kingdomcitiesnetwork3908
      @kingdomcitiesnetwork3908 6 лет назад +4

      Yes i agree with you

    • @SPharaoh
      @SPharaoh 6 лет назад

      Francisco Hernandez
      Well said.

    • @liamc1102
      @liamc1102 6 лет назад +9

      Thats what reading does, it expands your vocabulary and consciousness. Btw Self education will always make you a fortune. 🙏🏽💯

  • @TheDextu
    @TheDextu 5 лет назад +198

    I have done MBA in FInance and this is the best lecture I have ever heard on Personal Finance. He truly deserves standing ovation!!!

    • @MrSupernova111
      @MrSupernova111 4 года назад +1

      I hate to say it but then you wasted your money in an MBA in Finance if this video thought you more than your college degree. The moment you learned how to calculate future/present value and forecast cash flows you should have known the importance of managing money (personal or otherwise).

    • @PeterPan-xe1cq
      @PeterPan-xe1cq 4 года назад +4

      @@MrSupernova111 nowhere in the comment did she say the video taught her more than her mba degree. just because u took some intro or managerial accounting, doesnt mean ur qualified to be giving any advice on personal finance. with that said.. i must agree.. mba in finance is a completely worthless degree.. u might as well go for applied math and statistics for quant finance like me instead

    • @saleh.hashmi
      @saleh.hashmi 4 года назад

      lol ur trying to relate ur degree to him.. it truly shows u dot even knw what u studied. 😂😂 It's not related at all...

    • @gilloon9964
      @gilloon9964 4 года назад

      Econophysics

  • @YusufAli...
    @YusufAli... 3 года назад +27

    I'm new to Bitcoin and I don't understand how it really works. Can someone guide me on the right approach to investing and making good profit from Bitcoin trading?

    • @karema_
      @karema_ 3 года назад

      That is true, you need an expert trader to make good profit from Bitcoin trade

    • @godsgrace5318
      @godsgrace5318 3 года назад

      Get an expert trader who will trade for you while you receive the profit. that's the best way to make good profit from Bitcoin trade

    • @Farah_styles.
      @Farah_styles. 3 года назад

      How can someone know a professional trader that is trustworthy when legit ones are hard to find this days

    • @mrarmstrong4119
      @mrarmstrong4119 3 года назад

      I will recommend my current trader Mrs Jane, she is from USA and her strategies are earning a lot of profit for me

    • @Saadahmed__
      @Saadahmed__ 3 года назад

      Wow, I'm shocked you just mentioned expert Mrs Jane, I also trade with her and my profits has been amazing

  • @rcookie5128
    @rcookie5128 7 лет назад +485

    That's what I'm talking about! Nice talk, really refreshing and motivational!

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      @ladylove8396 7 лет назад

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    • @athaprince9359
      @athaprince9359 6 лет назад

      ΜrCookie It truly is. 💯

    • @terrenceransom956
      @terrenceransom956 6 лет назад +1

      ΜrCookie, I Totally Agree With You Whole Heartily!!!!!!!!

    • @giroudfred2689
      @giroudfred2689 6 лет назад

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  • @lionprince7226
    @lionprince7226 6 лет назад +113

    Financial illiteracy; good job my brother. You were given a platform and you did well as a presentation.

  • @miyukiye3795
    @miyukiye3795 6 лет назад +461

    He speaks in a way where you can't lose focus. He stay on track, but adds in extra details to keep your attention. Super awesome, he's such an amazing public speaker and teacher.

    • @ValarieCole
      @ValarieCole 6 лет назад +1

      MiyukiYE exactly

    • @bloodysinner9456
      @bloodysinner9456 5 лет назад

      I did not skip a beat as I was listening to him.

    • @robs5579
      @robs5579 5 лет назад

      I agree...very well spoken

  • @jonathanziegler8126
    @jonathanziegler8126 4 года назад +126

    Definitely a Ted that my high school students should watch.

  • @lifeisgood8905
    @lifeisgood8905 5 лет назад +542

    Financial literacy needs to be taught to all school age children.

    • @sincerelyeugene6638
      @sincerelyeugene6638 5 лет назад +9

      Unfortunately, that won't ever be a thing because... HIERARCHY

    • @Em-fs1um
      @Em-fs1um 5 лет назад +1

      Life Is Good all they teach is algebra

    • @rusty9959
      @rusty9959 5 лет назад +8

      Big corp won’t like that.

    • @daddyezy1410
      @daddyezy1410 5 лет назад

      They cant teach it at school, but there is a way around.....teach it yourself to your kids, and you will be glad you did. Im doing it in the remote Jimi Valley in the highlands of Papua New Guinea.

    • @createmymy7851
      @createmymy7851 5 лет назад +2

      Yes but it won't. There has to be feeder and takers. This what we have isn't perfect but it is the best from all that we had. If this system is to survive we need more and more at the bottom as literate slaves. If those slaves get up the master must come down but only a few can be at the top. This is more then a system, it is an ecology. If the slaves gets smarter the machines replaces them. Don't even bother, this isn't about us. It never was.
      We're all just little stories waiting to be erased for the bigger story.
      If someone finds a solution that only means the person wants your money. Your on your own. Good luck.

  • @billcoats2146
    @billcoats2146 7 лет назад +70

    Best Ted talk i've seen. Our current system sets up criminals to go back to crime and drug addicts to use drugs again. Focus on education, recovery, prevention not punishment or retribution.

  • @notreallysure4575
    @notreallysure4575 5 лет назад +274

    All ted talks are inspiring and wonderful but this is certainly among some of the greater ones

    • @ThePeacePlant
      @ThePeacePlant 4 года назад

      When you figure out how to read and sell stocks you won't find this story amazing. It's actually really easy and I'm not trying to down play it. We just think it's hard because that's how it's portrayed.

  • @deelee5244
    @deelee5244 4 года назад +268

    This is called rehabilitation ✊🏾 My brother is a intelligent smart guy he deserves a second chance.

    • @clarkloeffler801
      @clarkloeffler801 3 года назад +5

      This man would we a billionaire on the streets..god bless him

    • @johnnydtw3509
      @johnnydtw3509 3 года назад

      You right but you didn’t have to say intelligent and smart. they are the same and make the statement redundant.

    • @joeflemmington1912
      @joeflemmington1912 3 года назад

      @@johnnydtw3509 When Dee Lee said "My Brother", he was talking about Curtis Carroll, as in "My Man", or "Bro". He did not mean his biological brother.

    • @johnnydtw3509
      @johnnydtw3509 3 года назад

      @@joeflemmington1912 i never said nothing about brother

    • @coreythomas3633
      @coreythomas3633 5 месяцев назад

      ​@@clarkloeffler801smh low iq comment..

  • @PACIFICBboy
    @PACIFICBboy 7 лет назад +191

    Best TED Talk EVER. There was 0 fat on his speech, everything said was pooignant, direct and easily understandable

    • @mackdurr4959
      @mackdurr4959 6 лет назад

      M. Lewis i laughed at 'poooignant'

  • @Wizzanker
    @Wizzanker 7 лет назад +305

    He is right. Financial literacy is missing at all levels of society, and is easily the biggest cause of our problems, both economic and social. It's amazing how it's one of those issues that people will actively fight against learning. Somehow people have mangled "money can't buy happiness" into "money shouldn't be important to you" - those people are most definitely wrong.

    • @debla2778
      @debla2778 7 лет назад +3

      Josh Rizzo money can't buy happiness

    • @trime547
      @trime547 6 лет назад +5

      *+De Bla*
      It can.

    • @mattja52
      @mattja52 5 лет назад

      @@debla2778 Happiness is an intense pursuit of a goal and achieving it. I made it in spite what was said about me, I transcended the negative narrative that I refuse to wear.

    • @mattja52
      @mattja52 5 лет назад

      @mikael englund What is happiness to people when denominations didn't exist? In modernity, we have been subliminally seduced, societal conditioning has told us what is valuable. How valuable is anything without wisdom? We know no more than what is told us, who is in control, you and me?

  • @rayrunn9441
    @rayrunn9441 6 лет назад +233

    This Ted talk was the best talk I’ve ever heard on the subject of personal finance. It should be taught to all children in school. God bless.

    • @ValarieCole
      @ValarieCole 6 лет назад +1

      Ray Runn exactly

    • @TheMaryam1891
      @TheMaryam1891 6 лет назад +1

      and personal accountability

    • @TheMaryam1891
      @TheMaryam1891 6 лет назад +1

      Bill Gates needs this teachers help.

    • @gaslitworldf.melissab2897
      @gaslitworldf.melissab2897 6 лет назад +3

      I think you're responding to his passion and the fact that he is a former criminal. It's antithetical to what you expect. Thousands of American's are teaching these principles, but don't have the back story that fires them. Lots of Black men are powerful speakers. Perhaps you didn't know that. It's a feature of Black community that I am accustomed to as a Black female.

    • @Godzilla-ct2pp
      @Godzilla-ct2pp 6 лет назад

      Ray Runn God doesn’t exist

  • @leahmolly9150
    @leahmolly9150 3 года назад +18

    2020 online stock market is just difficult and unbelievable, I rather invest my money on crypto

    • @lovecricket6736
      @lovecricket6736 3 года назад

      @Lucas Hudson you're right Sir, but getting hold of a professional expert isnt easy due to the high rate of unprofessional broker in the market

    • @claresmithy4667
      @claresmithy4667 3 года назад

      @Gary Threadgill thank you 👍

    • @joshnorton4918
      @joshnorton4918 3 года назад

      Forex trading makes you rich if you have huge funds with deep pocket or unusually skilled currency trader

    • @peterfaulkner8391
      @peterfaulkner8391 3 года назад

      @Gary Threadgill I have heard a lot about Mrs Catherine..I'm alittle surprised someone mentioned and recommended her here, her services are awesome

    • @tobytaylor4051
      @tobytaylor4051 3 года назад

      @@peterfaulkner8391 You don't need to be suprised because I'm also trading with expert Mrs Catherine I thought people don't know how she helped me recover what I lost trying to trade by myself

  • @kirosca
    @kirosca 7 лет назад +102

    His way with words sounds like poetry

  • @AddLoveTM126
    @AddLoveTM126 5 лет назад +1804

    According to another interview, he said he is "scheduled to be released, in 2020" Thank God He is Rehabilitated, Positive, Productive; and an Asset.

    • @blacbutterfly
      @blacbutterfly 5 лет назад +117

      Thank God? No. Thank him himself.

    • @wonderwoman66dp
      @wonderwoman66dp 5 лет назад +48

      @@blacbutterfly GOD has something to do with it!

    • @wonderwoman66dp
      @wonderwoman66dp 5 лет назад +8

      Add Love! THAT'S FREAKING AWESOME!!!

    • @AddLoveTM126
      @AddLoveTM126 5 лет назад +4

      @@wonderwoman66dp ABSOLUTELY!!

    • @FaithandNova
      @FaithandNova 5 лет назад +31

      @@blacbutterfly well Curtis believes in God also so THANK GOD!!!

  • @gibransaliba8801
    @gibransaliba8801 7 лет назад +42

    The reason why most people don't get rich or even"comfortable":
    They can't manage money

  • @wileycal1277
    @wileycal1277 3 года назад +43

    I have been watching some videos and I was thinking about investing in bitcoin or forex , but still don't know where to start from,

    • @user-fb5by7jo4w
      @user-fb5by7jo4w 3 года назад

      Same here ,It's strange how people talk about all the profits, they've been making through trading of bitcoin, while am here not making any profit at all. Please can Someone put me through on the right path.

    • @shellyjones755
      @shellyjones755 3 года назад

      Most time having knowledge or insight about a particular activity can as well be a pleasing exercise. I can boldly say that forex and crypto trading is one of the profitable money exchange services that elevates investors and their financial status.

    • @haywanchiu9971
      @haywanchiu9971 3 года назад

      @@shellyjones755 That's true most people today have been having a lot of failures in forex and crypto sector because of poor orientation or bad experts

    • @haywanchiu9971
      @haywanchiu9971 3 года назад

      You don't make money on forex or crypto by holding your coins rather you trade to make gains

    • @dungmasibay1613
      @dungmasibay1613 3 года назад

      @@haywanchiu9971 I believe your view

  • @HashiriyaSquadron
    @HashiriyaSquadron 7 лет назад +122

    Love it. Props to this guy for turning it around. Respect where it's due.

  • @seanrowland3620
    @seanrowland3620 7 лет назад +275

    Blow the doors off the building why don't you! Great talk! Thank you.

    • @rollin100s9
      @rollin100s9 6 лет назад +1

      Sean Rowland i could'nt of said it better...

  • @bubbaphillips3341
    @bubbaphillips3341 3 года назад +24

    Miss Kathy Lien fan and her method works like magic I keep on earning every week with her new strategy

    • @marthascarlett4063
      @marthascarlett4063 3 года назад

      Wow I just shock someone mentioned expert miss Kathy Lien I thought I was the only one trading with her

    • @marthascarlett4063
      @marthascarlett4063 3 года назад

      She helped me recover all I lost trying to trade myself

    • @chrismark4113
      @chrismark4113 3 года назад

      I think am blessed if not wouldn't have met someone who is as spectacular as Expert miss Kathy Lien

    • @chrismark4113
      @chrismark4113 3 года назад

      I think she is best broker I ever seen

    • @raymondmark659
      @raymondmark659 3 года назад

      Yes am also a living testimony of miss Kathy Lien

  • @jacksonrodrigez4310
    @jacksonrodrigez4310 2 года назад +104

    Great video. I watch various RUclips videos on how to trade the stock market but I haven't had any advantage because they are talking nonsense or sharing their story of how they did it.

    • @rodneyebert
      @rodneyebert 2 года назад +1

      Trading and stock has been a source of income even though I barely trade alone, I consider myself a successful trader thanks to the amazing trader Mr. Sean Travis Anthony

    • @hughiesacheverell
      @hughiesacheverell 2 года назад

      @@rodneyebert Working with him Sean Travis Anthony has really changed my life a lot, there was a time when I almost stopped trading, but he gave me a chance after investing with him, profits must come back, they are very happy

    • @franciscuslaurie
      @franciscuslaurie 2 года назад +2

      What a coincidence !! . I started working with him a few weeks ago when a friend introduced him to me. The commission he charges is fair compared to his weekly earning efforts. I appreciate your service

    • @jacksonrodrigez4310
      @jacksonrodrigez4310 2 года назад

      How do I contact him? I would love to be a part of his service.

    • @hughiesacheverell
      @hughiesacheverell 2 года назад

      @@jacksonrodrigez4310 You can contact him through his Instagram.

  • @thecapone45
    @thecapone45 5 лет назад +214

    What Jay-Z talked about in The Story of OJ is real. Financial literacy needs to become more popular.

    • @Gdon740
      @Gdon740 4 года назад +3

      Toni Capone Indeed I’m so illiterate what’s financial literacy 💰💸💵💴💶💷💷💲💲💲💲💲🗝🔑🔑🗝❔❔❔

    • @ShadowTetsuo9999
      @ShadowTetsuo9999 4 года назад

      So true

    • @m.h.1593
      @m.h.1593 4 года назад

      7BAG7 GORDON are you me?😂 same

  • @edwardhenry8050
    @edwardhenry8050 3 года назад +101

    For someone who was illiterate and taught himself out of that problem, he did a great job in his public speaking and getting his message out. Congratulations, Mr. Carroll, and all the best in your endeavors and imparting your wisdom to others.

    • @pbufh
      @pbufh 3 года назад

      I think the illiterate part was made up.

    • @Christian-xr7hc
      @Christian-xr7hc 2 года назад

      @@pbufh why is it so hard for you to believe? the illiteracy rate in 2022 is 21%. when you come from the environment he comes from it’s not uncommon to see that. there’s ppl in this exact situation not doing anything to better themselves. tip your hat off to someone who’s doing what he can to better himself instead of questioning whether his story is true or not

  • @s12do
    @s12do 7 лет назад +1889

    that was a great speech.. truly inspiring

    • @criscris5519
      @criscris5519 7 лет назад +7

      Sultan D i learned something

    • @jazzupthattriad1257
      @jazzupthattriad1257 7 лет назад +7

      These sort of "inspirational" fables of a subject rising "from the rags to riches" are always as cringeworthy, and awkwardly manufactured. Here we have one person going from one theft to another. Like trading stocks is some sort of pinnacle of human ethical potential. Surely there are better ways to attain wealth (not even going into the question whether blind attainment of financial wealth would be a meaningful singular goal in life) than being a broker, trading stocks. Classic, and always as grossly unintellectual and underestimating, tried and tested TED-piece. Bravo, the meek folk down in the trenches are now thoroughly satiated.

    • @anilaclarke
      @anilaclarke 7 лет назад +4

      Sultan D Yes! I agree. Absolutely inspiring.

    • @snteevveetns
      @snteevveetns 7 лет назад +36

      Arturo Senni you missed the point completely. His entire point was the financial illiteracy of Americans.

    • @falaicha
      @falaicha 7 лет назад +6

      snteevveetns well if it works for americans it must work for any person in earth? How is finance differ betweeb newyork, california or kathmandu?? As long as we not in middle of amazon forest, every words he said applies to where people have lived and going to live, as long as you wish to live among those people cuz money is literally symbol for TRUST BY ALL PPL whatever form it may be..so making that TRUST factor work for you instead you working lifelong for it is desirable and most important lesson one can give in this day and generation.

  • @xavierreginald9536
    @xavierreginald9536 3 года назад +10

    It's strange how people talk about all the profits, they've been making through trading of bitcoin, while am here not making any profit at all. Please can Someone put me through on the right path.

    • @andreikelly6198
      @andreikelly6198 3 года назад

      Bitcoin trading right now will be at every wise individuals list. In few minutes you'll be ecstatic with the decision you made
      today

    • @imekulouis6126
      @imekulouis6126 3 года назад

      Bitcoin trading nowadays is a big chance to make money

    • @albertrosemary8867
      @albertrosemary8867 3 года назад

      BITCOIN: IS THE ONLY TRUE DEMOCRACY EVER EXISTS IN THE WORLD

    • @MichaelWilliams-fd3ho
      @MichaelWilliams-fd3ho 3 года назад

      Buy and invest in bitcoin and other cryptocurrency today!!!!

    • @josephluke9604
      @josephluke9604 3 года назад

      I heard her strategies are really good??

  • @iidkwhatnameuse
    @iidkwhatnameuse 4 года назад +569

    Am I the only one that loves that the cameramen are prisoners learning how to operate cameras for their futures??

    • @josiahemerson1609
      @josiahemerson1609 4 года назад +27

      Frrrr?? That’s dope

    • @yungprod0343
      @yungprod0343 4 года назад +9

      Josiah Emerson :38 you can see the cameraman

    • @jackiehughes414gpg
      @jackiehughes414gpg 4 года назад +6

      Lol🤭🤭 That's so cool 🤗

    • @Bo55world
      @Bo55world 4 года назад +10

      And will never be hired for that job. "We do not hire felons" is what they will get when they get out. Got that .20 an hour out of them though

    • @thegreat914
      @thegreat914 3 года назад +4

      @@Bo55world start their own business would be better.

  • @rrodriguezaavalos9487
    @rrodriguezaavalos9487 7 лет назад +286

    I would like to take his class! 👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

    • @adilk2005
      @adilk2005 7 лет назад +44

      All you have to do is knock over a few vending machines & wait for the cops ;) You can sign up once you're in prison. I'm joking. Great lecture.

    • @willbellick
      @willbellick 6 лет назад

      adilk2005 lol, you just killed me dude😂

    • @fatn30something60
      @fatn30something60 6 лет назад

      adilk2005 😂😂😂

    • @CarspottingWrick
      @CarspottingWrick 6 лет назад +4

      Rrodriguez Aavalos I’ll like to take you 😏😉

    • @reggiestrong3543
      @reggiestrong3543 6 лет назад

      Rrodriguez Aavalos me too

  • @shenni7158
    @shenni7158 4 года назад +149

    He made me think how much money do I spend when I get emotional 🤔

    • @MyTwoCents77
      @MyTwoCents77 4 года назад +2

      Exactly my thought! I'm sure I've spent a little fortune.

    • @livewithabula976
      @livewithabula976 4 года назад +2

      😂

    • @EricaYE6
      @EricaYE6 4 года назад +2

      I've spent a lot. It's one of the things I do to feel a little better after a rough week or whatever. Go shopping.

    • @StandupGirl-ym3ey
      @StandupGirl-ym3ey 3 года назад

      Me too!!!

  • @hasencool3196
    @hasencool3196 2 года назад +7

    Last week warrant Buffet talked in BBC News on how investors and traders and traders can make millions and he recommended an expert call Miss Harry Jane, wondering if viewers here are familiar with miss Jane trading services?

    • @taofeekat2619
      @taofeekat2619 2 года назад

      I've never seen someone as perfect as Miss Jane Walters, she knows how to analyse trade, and with his strategies he earned me so much profit. Made $25,800 in 16 days of working with her

    • @taofeekat2619
      @taofeekat2619 2 года назад

      I wonder where she got her analysis

  • @WellBalancedWallet
    @WellBalancedWallet 4 года назад +82

    I remember seeing stocks as a kid and thinking “what the heck are they talking about?” You make it seem not so intimidating, thank you

  • @mikejcarthy
    @mikejcarthy 6 лет назад +1182

    He's been in prison for over 20 years and he's still there. Tweet @realDonaldTrump and ask for this man who's clearly been rehabilitated to be pardoned. Upvote!

    • @stephj9378
      @stephj9378 6 лет назад +22

      will do

    • @satoshiltd5589
      @satoshiltd5589 6 лет назад

      Andy Armstrong not for murder

    • @gregson8533
      @gregson8533 5 лет назад +62

      He was a minor, So i agree there's no excuse but he's done 20 years; he's already given the justice system half of his life practically.

    • @gregson8533
      @gregson8533 5 лет назад +87

      You NEVER see wealthy criminals donate half of their wealth towards any of their victims, Ethically it should be that way but it isn't. This man has had his freedom taken away for most of his life and even still he's managed to drastically change for the better, He is a walking testimony of reduced recidivism and all you're worried about is taking his money away?
      Okay fine, By your logic lets take half of his earnings - then what? It isn't like he can't rebuild after-all he is fairly knowledgeable on the stock market. Whats the money going to do to the family of the victim? Here's $100k from the person who killed your family member.
      Have you even bothered to checkout what he's doing? He actually has a foundation dedicated towards helping ex-convicts and low income individuals, teaching them how to trade etc. What kills me is that you seem like the same type of person who is okay with OJ Simpson being freed but frowns upon someone who is contributing positively towards the community and trying to right their wrongdoings.

    • @andyvasvari4874
      @andyvasvari4874 5 лет назад +1

      He is just lucky, if prisonmates find out , they might kill a capitalist mate like that. Every prisons are different. Some poor people getting pride or that them are poor .

  • @redleader6186
    @redleader6186 5 лет назад +34

    7:16 "Our access to justice"
    Probably the strongest observation of this entire video. In America you have access to the justice your money can finance. Two people could commit the same crime, but if one is wealthy and he other is not, they won't be receiving the same justice.

  • @suzettemarian
    @suzettemarian 4 года назад +235

    This was one of the BEST TedTalks I’ve ever watched!!!

  • @Satsui_No_Hado
    @Satsui_No_Hado 7 лет назад +95

    So cool he got a standing ovation at the end. a great speech.

  • @greedxiv8105
    @greedxiv8105 7 лет назад +623

    Dude was cold with it! Keep going brother!

    • @quantumsolace5864
      @quantumsolace5864 7 лет назад +10

      Steven Moore KNOWLEDGE IS A DISH BEST SERVED COLD, DESPITE THE REAL TRUTH HE MENTIONED THAT OVER FIFTY PERCENT OF AMERICANS​ ARE IN DIRE STRAITS WHEN IT COMES TO FINANCIAL DEVELOPMENT, ALL BECAUSE OF OUR SPENDING HABITS; TRYING TO BE SOMEONE WERE NOT, JUST TO IMPRESS THE MASSES.

    • @JohnJohn_TheComedian
      @JohnJohn_TheComedian 7 лет назад +2

      Steven Moore facts!

  • @Ninosfunnyshorts
    @Ninosfunnyshorts 4 года назад +189

    We need these life skills before we hit 18 so hopefully we won’t end up incarcerated

    • @dawnpratt846
      @dawnpratt846 4 года назад +1

      Exacly !

    • @EricaYE6
      @EricaYE6 4 года назад +8

      They don't want that to happen. Because then, the prison industry would go broke. Why do you think they invented gangster rap? So, yeah I agree with you. Teach your kids yourself about financial literacy. Don't expect the school system to do it for you, because that'll never happen. The prison industry and school systems work together.

    • @johnappleweed1552
      @johnappleweed1552 3 года назад

      This is exactly why you never give up on yourself

    • @jbnbdar3528
      @jbnbdar3528 3 года назад +1

      @@EricaYE6 yep because my school gave me a one way ticket To jail or death but the ones they want is the ones start off real young I was Practically a baby

  • @danieljamal3709
    @danieljamal3709 2 года назад +211

    Having a dynamic strategy cannot be overemphasized when trading. The best advice I could give to any trader is don’t trade if you don’t have a working strategy.

    • @dannyvera8475
      @dannyvera8475 2 года назад

      I’ve only been trading months and I’m still yet to make my first $1000, I’m still trying improve on my trading techniques and strategies and I would really like to make profits from the stock market too

    • @samuelreyes7156
      @samuelreyes7156 2 года назад

      I’ve made a loss of over $25000 trading in my own where can I find an expert to help me recover my losses and also help me earn consistently from the stock market.

    • @danieljamal3709
      @danieljamal3709 2 года назад

      I'll suggest my expert Christine Lynn Saitta I trust she could put you on the part to financial freedom with her ever winning strategies. You’re always guaranteed 90% profits trading through her . I made $63k monthly with her trade signal for over 6 months now

    • @dannyvera8475
      @dannyvera8475 2 года назад

      How do I reach her ,you got any possible means of getting more info on her services?

    • @danieljamal3709
      @danieljamal3709 2 года назад

      Run a search with her name online, you will see all you need to know about her

  • @PjDanita
    @PjDanita 5 лет назад +51

    Educating yourself is priceless. Well done young man.

  • @dandreturner7306
    @dandreturner7306 7 лет назад +323

    That was an phenomenal speech very inspiring

    • @davidstratton6109
      @davidstratton6109 6 лет назад

      Great talk , Dandre! Very inspiring for the youth that will listen, absorb, & respect !
      God bless,
      Dave Stratton

  • @shalenadiva
    @shalenadiva 7 лет назад +535

    Wow!!! He's awesome. Be said, "Let me show you how much it costs you every time you get emotional." I also like how he says we need to get to the heart of the matter. So true.

    • @farhadsona8320
      @farhadsona8320 6 лет назад

      *Monday= $850*
      *Tuesday= $1250*
      *Wednesday= $1250*
      *Thursday= $701*
      *Friday= $1850*
      *Saturday= $930*
      *Today 2000$* (huntprofit.com/App)

    • @Rroshanda
      @Rroshanda 6 лет назад

      shalenadiva you right bit

    • @Bigleedog7
      @Bigleedog7 6 лет назад

      That's not the problem ..That's working 10 to 15 hours for shoes... That's actually affordable.

    • @PedalToTheMetal61888
      @PedalToTheMetal61888 6 лет назад +1

      ...so true so very '''TRUE"""-

    • @7rlalko
      @7rlalko 6 лет назад +2

      I DID OT UNDERSTAND THAT LINE..

  • @cheynacontreras9607
    @cheynacontreras9607 4 года назад +303

    This is exactly why you never give up on yourself

    • @barbaragould500
      @barbaragould500 4 года назад +3

      Amen

    • @leebrown3864
      @leebrown3864 3 года назад +1

      Most times I have knowledge or insight about a particular exercise. I can boldly say forex and crypto trading is one of the profitable money exchange...

    • @terrysmith9033
      @terrysmith9033 3 года назад

      you are right sir

    • @marksarah5939
      @marksarah5939 3 года назад

      This should be most massive period of time to invest in forex trading due to current status

    • @henryjameson4006
      @henryjameson4006 3 года назад

      As a bitcoin trader it's most inevitable that you're going to experience some set ups and downs along the way, alertness and decisiveness are both fundamental ingredients....

  • @chrisr6950
    @chrisr6950 6 лет назад +687

    everyone in the room acting like they arent part of the 60% that lives paycheck to paycheck

  • @baotrinh1424
    @baotrinh1424 6 лет назад +64

    Theres great minds like these who don't know how to read and stuck on the street, its depressing...

  • @emlcshares
    @emlcshares 7 лет назад +756

    Funny, touching and inspiring!

    • @maxmccarthy334
      @maxmccarthy334 7 лет назад +7

      You're beautiful 😘

    • @DieTryingK
      @DieTryingK 7 лет назад +4

      Max McCarthy Hitting on girls on RUclips 😂😂😂

    • @DieTryingK
      @DieTryingK 7 лет назад +1

      Shahamed Mills Compliment women on RUclips comments? That's not a good dude, that's a creep.

    • @DieTryingK
      @DieTryingK 7 лет назад +5

      Keepit1000 and here you are on the internet trying to incite an argument over a situation whereby your being extremely weird! Hitting on girls over RUclips is sad. Go outside and meet people.

    • @emlcshares
      @emlcshares 7 лет назад +5

      Compliment is appreciated, now we can all move on (: !

  • @mariadasilva1341
    @mariadasilva1341 4 года назад +2

    AMAZING. Eloquent. Intelligent. Smart. Funny.
    This young man is a beacon of light.
    He represents hope, faith, self awareness, self realization.
    Etc etc etc.

  • @nyjiahingram8760
    @nyjiahingram8760 6 лет назад +258

    Market watch says:
    Over 60% of american population has under $1,000 in savings.
    60% of NBA players go broke
    40% of marital problems derive from financial issues
    50% of The American population are financially illiterate in the most financially prosperous country in the world

    • @2CommaClub
      @2CommaClub 6 лет назад +15

      That's one of the main reasons I started vlogging on RUclips, to show people day by day how I'm making money in the market so hopefully they'll get inspired to do the same. :)

    • @hanklesacks
      @hanklesacks 6 лет назад

      Nyjiah Ingram is was

    • @avonteruffin2382
      @avonteruffin2382 6 лет назад

      @@2CommaClub you have contact Info

    • @2CommaClub
      @2CommaClub 6 лет назад +1

      Avonte Ruffin you can reach out on twitter @Road2CommaClub :)

    • @2CommaClub
      @2CommaClub 6 лет назад

      Muddi Saedi doing research 👍🏼

  • @mrskauvaka
    @mrskauvaka 6 лет назад +299

    Best TedX I have ever seen. Brilliant oratory, the story inspired me to confront myself and family on our financial illiteracy

    • @ImWORTHITINC
      @ImWORTHITINC 5 лет назад

      GREAT STUFF! GO GIRL! Did you find his website? I can't find it and I googled it

    • @robs5579
      @robs5579 5 лет назад

      Oratory huh

  • @kateann1536
    @kateann1536 3 года назад +88

    5 years from now you will look back and say I am glad I started trading.

    • @andrewcleverly1322
      @andrewcleverly1322 3 года назад +1

      You are absolutely right👍

    • @annarodriguez8798
      @annarodriguez8798 3 года назад

      Expert Mr Mark Ramsey has managed my account for 4 years now and his weekly profit is so helpful to me.

    • @annarodriguez8798
      @annarodriguez8798 3 года назад

      All my financial goals have been achieved since I met expert Mr Mark Ramsey.

    • @felixgeorge8158
      @felixgeorge8158 3 года назад

      You are 100% right.

    • @felixgeorge8158
      @felixgeorge8158 3 года назад

      The no risk factor in his investment is the most amazing part about trading with him, this means he takes responsibility for bad outcomes, landing you with no chance of loosing money.

  • @joyodk2313
    @joyodk2313 4 года назад +49

    I hope his parole hearing happened, covid-19 or not. We're cheering for you, Curtis!

    • @dahenry8888
      @dahenry8888 4 года назад

      Dec 2020🙏

    • @zamev
      @zamev Год назад

      @D A Henry, actually December 2022. Hopefully this is the good one 🤞

  • @freddymorgan4582
    @freddymorgan4582 3 года назад +65

    The best decision I ever made in my life was investing in the financial market. Trust me guys, it pays 😃

    • @alfiemccrery4908
      @alfiemccrery4908 3 года назад

      Most people claim forex trading is the most profitable investment online, but I dont really know how to go about this lol.

    • @peytoncohen3541
      @peytoncohen3541 3 года назад

      I wanted to trade forex but got discouraged by the fluctuations in price!

    • @burkemarsden3431
      @burkemarsden3431 3 года назад

      Get an account manager for a start. You can make a lot of money while trying to master the skillset.The best way to go in my opinion.

    • @darlenehicks4159
      @darlenehicks4159 3 года назад

      The best strategies don’t even matter much without investing with an expert or signing up for mentorship. Trading without an expert or mentorship blows your entire account off

    • @lianbaroux2758
      @lianbaroux2758 3 года назад +1

      Hi Freddy, who do you trade with please? I want to make a lot of money from trading.

  • @TomNashTV
    @TomNashTV 3 года назад +189

    This story blew me away. What an inspiring journey. 👏

    • @riothero313
      @riothero313 3 года назад +1

      Yeah, I admit. I was waiting for some bullshit whining nonsense. I never imagined this. This cat is a gem.

    • @gumerzambrano
      @gumerzambrano 3 года назад

      What up !

    • @joshheff1328
      @joshheff1328 3 года назад +1

      💯

    • @mattheww797
      @mattheww797 3 года назад

      Did you miss the part where he was arrested for murder?

    • @lgrdiesel9655
      @lgrdiesel9655 3 года назад

      Yo tom..

  • @rogerzolsen5531
    @rogerzolsen5531 3 года назад +58

    The stock market is one of the most potential places to invest your money, investing in stock is often risky which draws attention to the huge losses and gains of investors,if you can manage the risk you can take advantage of the stock market to secure your financial position and earn money

    • @nathaliejones7865
      @nathaliejones7865 3 года назад +1

      @Felix Thomsen well said, individual stocks rise and fall which means there is opportunity for you to earn daily if you invest in a stable company or firm that is able to grow tend to make profit for investors

    • @earljames8794
      @earljames8794 3 года назад

      @Felix Thomsen I recently joined the stock and it will be more profitable if I trade through the guidance of an expert but i’m a bit curious,Hope your advisor aint a freelance broker? If it is I won’t want to get my hands in and my hopes up high

    • @ericwayne7221
      @ericwayne7221 3 года назад

      @Felix Thomsen Trading through the guidance of pro trader wilson has been a profitable insight for me,Her strategies are so flexible I don’t even trade i just invest and make benefits from the comfort of my home

    • @cupcakemcsparklebutt9051
      @cupcakemcsparklebutt9051 3 года назад

      Teach me

  • @M2KKA
    @M2KKA 4 года назад +219

    I would pay money too listen too this man, this guy is incredibly smart

  • @nonsense8252
    @nonsense8252 7 лет назад +135

    goes to show you. that when the mind is strong. it will search any means to learn what it needs to. without a school system, this man is brighter than a huge portion of humanity.

    • @sue-sageasmr2020
      @sue-sageasmr2020 7 лет назад +4

      Non Sense completely agree. Well said!

    • @zelenplav1701
      @zelenplav1701 6 лет назад

      Non Sense. But many really have no means to learn anything because of where they live and the lack of EVERYTHING!!!!!!!! I AM NOT BORN HERE, BUT I HAVE KEPT MY MIND AND HEART OPEN. IN THE END OF THE DAY, WE ARE ALL RELATED, INLAWS INCLUDED, THE ENTIRE EARTH AND ALL INCLUDED, THE TREES THE ANIMALS THE AIR WE BREATHE. I HAVE ALWAYS KNOWN THIS AND I HAVE MET MANY PEOPLE HIGH AND LOW. I KNOW THAT MANY PEOPLE THINK THAT IF YOU ARE KIND, YOU ARE A MARK, AND STUPID. BUT THESE PPL DON'T REALISE THAT IS NOT THE CASE. ( KINDNES IS WEAKNESS)? NOT TRUE.

    • @groartigegrammatik4997
      @groartigegrammatik4997 4 года назад

      Where there's a will, there's a way.

  • @theshipissinkingno6056
    @theshipissinkingno6056 7 лет назад +159

    replace the convict uniform with a tailored suit...my boy is a top 10 motivational speaker on RUclips w/ a mill+ subs. My man said he he was so happy to learn to read he was readin' candy wrappers... I almost got emotional. I wish young black homies could realize they potentially have minds like this beFORE they make that big mistake in the streets.

    • @vedametatron
      @vedametatron 7 лет назад +7

      theshipissinking no '' what you eatin C A N D Y candy ' can I have some N O no !.

    • @AuthorLHollingsworth
      @AuthorLHollingsworth 6 лет назад

      Amen!

    • @JerzeysFinest
      @JerzeysFinest 6 лет назад

      K

    • @PedalToTheMetal61888
      @PedalToTheMetal61888 6 лет назад +3

      ...'''EXAMPLE"'BOXING PROMOTER ""DON-KING""...(a MURDER-ER-)...got out and EVERY BODY ...know the rest of his STORY...what's he now a...$$$Billionaire-''...

    • @Drewaps928
      @Drewaps928 6 лет назад +2

      True, our youngsters could learn a thing or two. Most importantly, they should stay in school, get some much needed education. Education is one thing no individual can take away from you. Education will give them knowledge (and an opportunity for a decent 9-5 job) and they will learn to make smart decisions in life. It is our duty as parents to enforce these positive thoughts and encourage them all the way.

  • @kuraixtenshi33
    @kuraixtenshi33 5 лет назад +43

    This man is a beautiful human being.

    • @viviankenning3890
      @viviankenning3890 4 года назад +2

      I disagree. Learning to read doesn't eliminate the fact that he's a murderer.

  • @FunnyAsian00
    @FunnyAsian00 4 года назад +20

    every high school kids and EVERYONE on earth MUST watchthis !

  • @keepingupwithamber7850
    @keepingupwithamber7850 6 лет назад +176

    That was deep. My debt is all wrapped up in emotion

  • @septemberdreamer2651
    @septemberdreamer2651 7 лет назад +316

    he grew up illiterate, once he learned to read, he appreciated it and used it to better himself, unlike some people who take reading for granted, and never use the simple gift of reading

    • @dayax11
      @dayax11 6 лет назад +3

      sounds about me.

    • @PedalToTheMetal61888
      @PedalToTheMetal61888 6 лет назад +1

      ...yeah but what about ...well spoken and intellect ''Al-Shapton''...the other DAY his speech was LONG and DRAGGED out ...and at END ...he could not even spell...'''R-E-S-P-E-C-T-'''...ARETHA"' is just TURNING OVER in her GRAVE'''....yeah SHOW SOME respect my BROTHER and Learn how to spell...respect...Gotta-go-''...!!...

    • @StandupGirl-ym3ey
      @StandupGirl-ym3ey 6 лет назад

      Truth!!!

  • @manuelfernando9729
    @manuelfernando9729 5 лет назад +194

    In the right environment this guy could have been a Harvard Grad, Wall Street superstar or a top notch Young Politician

    • @erichawkins5738
      @erichawkins5738 4 года назад +6

      Yes he could have.

    • @viviankenning3890
      @viviankenning3890 4 года назад +6

      Maybe...just a hypothetical. I could also say "in the right environment this guy could have gotten away with murder"

    • @jamesharry9894
      @jamesharry9894 4 года назад +12

      He could still be a Harvard Grad if he just writes about his experiences.

    • @teebee2830
      @teebee2830 4 года назад +3

      Yes I agree and he is on point; however God knows his heart and future and being incarcerated first will hopefully keep him focus to be a blessing and stay blessed righteously and not return to jail due to greed.

    • @josephranga9734
      @josephranga9734 4 года назад +1

      So true, the guy is supper smart

  • @van0202
    @van0202 4 года назад +306

    "Come take my class, so I can teach you how much money it costs you everytime you get emotional."
    Powerful

    • @ANTHONYJNIGH
      @ANTHONYJNIGH 4 года назад +2

      You like powerful things right?? My broker is extremely powerful. Ever since I invested and started trading with this broker's company I have earned over $7000 monthly. So legit, you need my broker's contact.

    • @WallStreetCarroll
      @WallStreetCarroll 4 года назад +1

      ruclips.net/video/jdWuqbB1rIg/видео.html

    • @lunchmoney1545
      @lunchmoney1545 4 года назад

      @@ANTHONYJNIGH what is it

    • @courtneyepps2439
      @courtneyepps2439 4 года назад

      @@@ANTHONYJNIGH What is your broker name and number?

    • @juufro8952
      @juufro8952 4 года назад +1

      Grey Krystal yeah your broker transfers $7k from your account to his.

  • @barrecc5716
    @barrecc5716 7 лет назад +82

    this is a person who is awake and not in the so called american dream.he understood the game congrats to him but the majority will remain ignorant of that because thats what the ruling elite intended.

    • @Kevin-it4fh
      @Kevin-it4fh 6 лет назад +1

      Abdirahman CB yeah. It's sad that most people barely know about stock.

    • @christiang3022
      @christiang3022 6 лет назад

      Abdirahman CB

  • @fleducation001
    @fleducation001 7 лет назад +36

    Wonderful speech! Content was superb and the speaker felt authentic, which is special these days.

  • @mrphil9083
    @mrphil9083 6 лет назад +132

    I’m extremely humbled- I wish he would teach me- luv ya man!!!

  • @johnsonkids3058
    @johnsonkids3058 4 года назад +46

    I'm financially illiterate and I'm going o try to learn something.

    • @ccavila323
      @ccavila323 4 года назад

      Forex bro learn the way the markets move! Risk to reward management!

  • @famousrez
    @famousrez 6 лет назад +85

    Mr. Curtis you have definitely challenged my mind brother, Thank God for using you to share your testimony and your advice on financial literacy.You have definitely impacted a change within this world.#God bless you brother.

  • @samsaraa2001
    @samsaraa2001 6 лет назад +19

    Tears in my eyes! Wish this talk could go on longer.....one thing i would like to note is that not only do we need to change our justice/reform system, but the entire educational system is turmoil. I grew up in a middle class white house hold with two hard working parents and noone taught me how to manage money (im placing no blame on my parents, they are fine role models). Why on earth was there not a money management class in junior and high school from 7th grade to 12th? Cuz the elite want us dumb, in debt and broken....its time for a paradigm shift through out!!!!

    • @Chamuel1310
      @Chamuel1310 5 лет назад

      Hey Samsaraa! You ECHO the very sentiments that I have believed mostly my entire adult life! (almost 54 yrs. old now). Stay tuned: many of us are AWAKE and intend to get involved to make financial literacy and training a reality for EVERYONE - not just a privileged few. God Bless!

  • @goddessyemaya4301
    @goddessyemaya4301 5 лет назад +41

    A Diamond in the Rough! He had it automatically, he only needed to reach deep into himself and he found it. What a Blessing! I pray that Yah will continue to Bless and guide him❤❤🙏🏽

    • @rocgibson
      @rocgibson 3 года назад

      I dont think he's a diamond in the rough, there are so many more intelligent young men out here. They just need to be equipped with opportunities, resources and positive role models before they get involved with crime. His TED talk was really inspiring and I am sure it will help some other young men going down the wrong path want to choose success over crime. May God bless this world and take back his children from the streets.

  • @christianfred6251
    @christianfred6251 3 года назад +53

    I struggle with depression and have been sducidal taught almost every day. Videos like this keep me going this one especially has given me impetus to fight those thought and intentionally keep living for those like me you are strong and you can do it you have not achieved your purpose yet keep living until you do.. so I urge you to invest with a professional trader don’t miss it

    • @Jerrytyler1
      @Jerrytyler1 3 года назад +3

      Maybe living is a purpose
      Living is a purpose your life do matters
      Maybe that’s why am still living despite all the loss in trading

    • @Catherineann11
      @Catherineann11 3 года назад +3

      Despite all the loss in forex I have never given up and still looking for a legit trader to invest my money with

    • @christianfred6251
      @christianfred6251 3 года назад +3

      Margaret Sanders I guess I can recommend my trader to you

    • @christianfred6251
      @christianfred6251 3 года назад +2

      Margaret Sanders +1 2 0 3 5 3 9 1 5 3 6

    • @christianfred6251
      @christianfred6251 3 года назад +3

      Text him on WhatsApp or his Email

  • @LoveDaringGreatly
    @LoveDaringGreatly 7 лет назад +172

    I first saw you on "United Shades of America" with Kamau Bell. Fantastic to hear your TedTalk!

  • @Colyers
    @Colyers 5 лет назад +305

    I thought he was actually going to talk bout trading based on the title.

    • @LaChandaTotimeh
      @LaChandaTotimeh 5 лет назад +10

      ruclips.net/video/jvBJeOD080g/видео.html

    • @acasaph
      @acasaph 5 лет назад +3

      Take the course 😉

    • @j.johnson6548
      @j.johnson6548 5 лет назад +18

      Colyers Big businesses and business professionals seek him for financial advice from his prison cell. He's help prison employees manage their own retirement accounts. I found about him years ago. He's the real deal I'm impressed to see him on TED

  • @NSGLiv
    @NSGLiv 6 лет назад +193

    I’m really proud to see this articulate young black man doing something better, this guy is so intelligent he’d be a great spokesperson for our community #FreeHim

  • @NathanLewis7871
    @NathanLewis7871 3 года назад +46

    Just started learning about stocks.. This is by far the best I've seen. Others are too focused on bragging how good they are, how much they earn without really being informative. Glad I saw this and I do not want to make mistakes by taking risks in my own hands

    • @jakethompson8737
      @jakethompson8737 3 года назад +5

      Most newbies fail simply because they don't understand how the market works in general or in particular how the market relates to stock or currency pair they entering

    • @kevinjohnstone4023
      @kevinjohnstone4023 3 года назад +5

      finally someone that can actually teach you something instead of trying to get views and subscribers

    • @driftgod7894
      @driftgod7894 3 года назад +3

      Truth be told, I have my portfolio managed by an investment broker, with her help i was able to make huge profits from my investments.

    • @NathanLewis7871
      @NathanLewis7871 3 года назад +2

      @@driftgod7894 i ll love to know about her and preferably get to try it out.

    • @driftgod7894
      @driftgod7894 3 года назад +8

      @@NathanLewis7871 You can look her up online, her name is FREDA LYNN JOHNSON. She does a very nice and thorough job

  • @CVDean6
    @CVDean6 5 лет назад +41

    Self-worth, knowledge, discipline these are the building blocks we should all use!

  • @angelowillis1739
    @angelowillis1739 5 лет назад +221

    I was in his class at soledad. When it was a main line. I finished at Tracy. I'm investing right now

    • @andrecrapps7914
      @andrecrapps7914 5 лет назад +1

      WHAT BOOKS WOULD YOU RECOMMEND??? THANKS IN ADVANCE!

    • @6Firebird
      @6Firebird 5 лет назад +7

      @@andrecrapps7914 start with something like Phil Town or Mohnish Pabrai. Or check out Hamish Hodder youtube channel, he explaines the basics nicely.

    • @frankrodriguezit
      @frankrodriguezit 4 года назад

      Best of luck!!

  • @naceks
    @naceks 4 года назад +20

    i wonder who are those 2k people who dislike this video...this guy is brilliant!
    I bow to him in show of appreciation of his words!

    • @LizzyArmogida
      @LizzyArmogida 3 года назад +2

      I had to scroll up to confirm that 2.1 THOUSAND people hit the “Dislike” button and then scroll through a ton of comments to find this again. I can only imagine what kind of human garbage hit the dislike button on this TED Talk! I imagine 99% are white, republican, “Christian” and the biggest HYPOCRITES to walk the planet. This man is brilliant and will go far on life once he is one the outside! I hope he gets out soon and makes a mark on the WORLD! This man is going places! ♥️

    • @jeffwolff1015
      @jeffwolff1015 3 года назад +1

      @@LizzyArmogida Maybe they don't like him because he murdered someone...

  • @ayushibansal9315
    @ayushibansal9315 5 лет назад +45

    His thought process is amazing because of what he went through. People need to look at world this way.

  • @Johnged15
    @Johnged15 6 лет назад +159

    Man that was good brother.

  • @24eft
    @24eft 5 лет назад +8

    One of the best TED talks I have seen. The power of investing!

  • @nicherman6759
    @nicherman6759 4 года назад +61

    “So I can show you how much money it really cost you every time you get emotional” buddy’s a genius.

    • @Nonduality
      @Nonduality 3 года назад +3

      His entire speech plays with your emotions. So go ahead, pay for his course.

  • @EMAGA
    @EMAGA 7 лет назад +20

    Amazing talk. The most valuable lesson I ever learned was taking responsibility for my own situation and my own actions.