Recently I heard a classic Disney song on my iPod while working, and I suddenly realized how the song relates to investing. It might sound a little random, but, trust me, it is related. Which song is it? Well, if the picture above doesn’t give you a clue, then here’s the song. Basically the entire song revolves around how to be a man. While the song title might be cliched, and it is an animated movie for kids, the lyrics make more sense if we take a closer look at the chorus:

Be Swift as a Coursing River

Just as in war during the time of Hua Mulan, when a business or investment opportunity arises, one must move quickly in order to take advantage of fear or the blue ocean in the market.

Have All the Force of a Great Typhoon

“The onrush of a conquering force is like the ......