🧠 What the greats did during volatile markets

When markets get messy, it helps to remember: the chaos isn't new. Some of the most successful investors in history - think Buffett, Bogle, Druckenmiller, Templeton, Dalio - built their reputations during volatile times. They didn't always agree, but they shared a few core principles when things got wild.

😎 Stay Cool When it’s Not Cool

Legendary investors are rarely the first to sprint for the exits. They've historically emphasized discipline and long-term thinking - even when headlines screamed otherwise. Buffett famously said to be "fearful when others are greedy and greedy when others are fearful." That doesn't mean buying every dip, but it does mean not panic-selling just because CNBC turned red.

🕰️ Zoom Out and Look Back

From the oil shocks of the 70s to the dot-com bust to the 2008 crash, every spike in volatility looked catastrophic in the moment - and nearly every time, markets eventually found their footing. The greats understood that price swings were part of the game, not signs of its end. Historical context doesn't solve market stress, but it can seriously reduce the noise.

📉 Some Made Moves When Markets Dropped

Short selling. Defensive sectors. Rotation into value. Not everyone just sat still. Some big names used tools to hedge risk or bet against overpriced assets - and occasionally made fortunes when things fell apart. That said, most of them also had deep research, risk control, and iron stomachs. It wasn't just vibes and margin.

🪙 Diversification Wasn’t a Meme

Many of history's top investors looked beyond just stocks. Gold, bonds, real estate, even cash - they didn't always agree on the mix, but they all respected the power of not being all-in on a single asset class. Some dabbled in international markets, others in commodities or (more recently) digital assets. Diversification wasn't a hedge against returns - it was a hedge against blind spots.

🌿 They Knew When to Unplug

Perhaps the least-discussed trait of legendary investors? Patience. Many of them took breaks, went fishing, or just waited out the storm. They didn't need to react to every tick. Sometimes the best move was no move - or at least, a thoughtful one after a long walk and a little perspective.

No one has the perfect playbook for volatility - not even the legends. But the way they approached market chaos says a lot. Calm over panic. Big picture over headlines. And always, always, a plan.

If you’re looking for a plan, our partners at Prosperity Pub may be able to help with their Power 5 Income Techniques Guide:

Stop second-guessing every trade

If you’ve been trading without a proven plan, I’ll be honest with you…

You’re probably leaving money on the table—or worse, giving it away.

I’ve worked with thousands of traders over the years, and the number one reason they fail?

They don’t have a system.

They guess.

They chase.

They get emotional.

And they lose.

That’s why I created the Power 5 Income Techniques Guide—to give traders like you a structure they can actually follow.

It’s built around five repeatable, income-focused options strategies I’ve used for years to:

• Spot high-conviction trades

• Reduce risk

• Target consistent returns—even in sideways markets

Grab your FREE copy here (just cover shipping).

And I’ll send you the PDF instantly so you can start learning right now.

This is how I approach every single trade I make.

It’s also how some of our top students, like Olin (who started with $500) have gone 5-for-5 and doubled their account.

This is the same system I use in my own trading every week.

Click here to unlock the exact 5-strategy framework I rely on.

I can’t guarantee results—and I’d never tell you this is risk-free. But if you’re tired of trading blind, this is the system I’d start with.

All the best,

Jack Carter

🤔What Do You Think?

✌️ Thanks for vibing with us. Hit reply and let us know your take on strategies in volatile markets.

⚠️ WARNING: Market data is subject to rapid change. Verify current information before making trading decisions.

DISCLAIMER: Stocks and options trading have large potential rewards, but also large potential risk. You must be aware of the risks and be willing to accept them in order to invest in the stocks and options markets. Don't trade with money you can't afford to lose. This is neither a solicitation nor an offer to Buy/Sell stocks or options. No representation is being made that any account will or is likely to achieve profits or losses similar to those discussed in the linked report. The past performance of any trading system or methodology is not necessarily indicative of future results. All trades, patterns, charts, systems, etc., discussed in the linked report are for illustrative purposes only and not to be construed as specific advisory recommendations. Information contained in this correspondence is intended for informational purposes only and was obtained from sources believed to be reliable. Information is in no way guaranteed. No guarantee of any kind is implied or possible where projections of future conditions are attempted. For full disclaimer information, click here.