Thursday May 08, 2025

I Went to the New York Stock Exchange - Here’s What I Learned

Ryan just got back from the New York Stock Exchange, and he’s sharing what it was like to stand on the floor during the iconic closing bell. Go behind the scenes to learn more about the modern trading environment, one that’s quieter, more high-tech, and dominated by algorithms. Ryan discusses what percentage of trades are now executed by computers, and what that means for volatility, investor behavior, and long-term planning.

Here’s what we cover in this episode:

📈 What advisors on the floor think about 2025’s market outlook

🎯 Why clarity and coaching matter more than timing

🧭 Why old-school investing strategies may no longer apply

⚡ How algorithmic trading is accelerating market volatility

0:00 – Intro

0:51 – AI & High Frequency Trading

3:09 – Is Volatility Is Here to Stay?

7:20 – Principles for the New Market

8:25 – Stops & Pivot Point Planning

9:41 – Being On The Floor on the NYSE

12:03 – Final Thoughts