The Pursuit of Happyness (2006)

Trader's Film Library #23 · Markets and trading in fiction. An inspiring film about perseverance on the way to a career in finance.

Original title: The Pursuit of Happyness · Type: film · Created by: Gabriele Muccino · Usefulness for traders: ★★☆☆☆

What it's about

The true story of Chris Gardner (Will Smith), a homeless single father who lands an unpaid internship at the brokerage Dean Witter and fights for a permanent job.

What it has to do with markets

The film shows a 1980s stockbroker's work: cold calls, exams, competition between interns. It's a story about perseverance, not about trading.

Lessons for traders

• process and perseverance before results (process goals: Mental workshop #8)
• client relationships and trust are the foundation of finance
• hard times pass if you have a plan

What to watch out for

A film about determination, not trading. The real Gardner later founded his own firm.

Discussion

The discussion takes place in Hetman Capital Club (in Polish). Join the discussion in the Club →

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The description outlines the plot without revealing the ending where possible (true stories have a known outcome). Educational content, not investment advice.