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

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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[lindseylim]

His enthusiasm and happiness about his ability to read. Brought tears to my eyes.

He is so intelligent.

[troytucker_]

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

[NicholasBall]

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.

[wileycal]

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,

[daveblack]

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

[khorirideshare]

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!!

[minhsanityfree]

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...

[leahmolly]

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

[mikejcarthy]

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!

[NateOBrien]

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

[premiumblue]

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

[YusufAli...]

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?

[AC-qooq]

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

[tanyuelvis]

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.

[blackpanda]

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

[mariee]

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

[blackceasar]

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. 😒

[goldenchild]

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!!

[Xsdwolf]

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.

[bubbaphillips]

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