Web Apps America Presents: The Fundamentals of Stocks and Investing
Session Kickoff – Six-Week Learn the Way Platform

✅ Key Themes Covered

• Introduction to the Six-Week Program

  • Focus on stocks, investing, and AI.

  • New participants welcomed; returning learners encouraged to build on prior knowledge.

• Setting Up Accounts & Getting Started

  • Use commission-free platforms: WeBull, Robinhood, Fidelity, Schwab.

  • Understand buying power & company tickers.

  • Start small, focus on a few strong companies.

• Investment Objectives & Strategies

  • Preservation of capital, income, growth.

  • Trading vs speculation.

  • Hedging & diversification introduced.

• Investor & Trader Types

  • Long-term investors vs short-term traders.

  • Scalping explained (fast, small profits).

  • Avoid panic buying/selling, set realistic expectations.

• Emotional Intelligence in Investing

  • Importance of discipline and protecting gains.

  • Control emotions; stick to your strategy.

• Stock Charts & Market Sectors

  • Basics: time, price, volume.

  • Heat maps & sector performance explained.

• Stock Picking & Common Mistakes

  • 5 methods for picking stocks.

  • Avoid weak holding, panic buying, chasing rallies.

  • Stay within your circle of competence.

• Trading Strategies & Practical Examples

  • Averaging down, accumulation/distribution.

  • Real-world illustrations of strategies in action.

• Q&A and Engagement

  • Paper trading guidance, platform recommendations.

  • Encouragement to revisit past content on the platform.

  • 1:1 sessions available for deeper review.

📌 Action Items

• Set up paper trading account (WeBull / ThinkOrSwim).

• Pick 20 companies to research & analyze.

• Schedule one-on-one sessions with Brian to refine your plan.