You’ve always been fascinated by how businesses and markets connect—how the gears of the world turn behind the scenes. But when you bring it up, eyes glaze over. Conversations stall, and you’re left wondering if you’re the only one who sees the world this way. Doubts creep in, and you start to second-guess yourself. Will you ever figure it all out on your own?
One day, you hear about something different—a community of investors who actually want to talk about stocks, strategies, and how the world works. Not to show off or sell hype, but to share ideas and grow together. The idea feels refreshing, maybe even energizing. Could this be the place you’ve been looking for?
You take a deep breath and apply, questions swirling in your mind: Will I fit in? Will this be worth it? The process feels deliberate, crafted to ensure this is a community where you’ll thrive alongside others just as committed as you. When your application is accepted, it’s more than a yes—it’s a thoughtful invitation to begin. Orientation becomes your guide, showing you where to start, how to connect, and how this community can help you tackle the challenges that brought you here
Your first live session approaches, and your heart races. Will they understand you? But as the event begins, everything changes. Friendly faces greet you, thoughtful questions spark discussion, and suddenly, you’re part of a conversation you didn’t know you were craving. For the first time, you feel understood. You belong here.
Day by day, you start showing up more. You request a Stock Deep Dive on a company that’s been on your mind, and the expert doesn’t just explain—they guide you step by step. At an Investor Roundtable, fresh perspectives challenge your assumptions and sharpen your thinking. Each session builds on the last. Bit by bit, your knowledge deepens, your confidence grows. And as you share the journey with others, you realize: you’re not just learning—you’re growing together.
Then the market shifts, as it always does. Uncertainty creeps in, and the questions begin to pile up. But this time, you’re not alone. An Investor Roundtable sparks ideas you hadn’t considered. A community post connects you with someone who’s been there before. A Stock Deep Dive sharpens the picture, bringing the data into focus. Piece by piece, the puzzle comes together. Doubt fades into clarity, and clarity leads to action. You’re no longer drowning in noise—you’re thriving in signal.
You notice the progress in yourself—not just in what you know, but in who you’ve become. You started out searching for answers, unsure where to turn. Now, you’re the one others look to—offering guidance, sharing wisdom, and inspiring growth. What began as a quest for community has become something far greater: a place where you belong, a legacy you’re building, and a journey you now lead for others.
Brian Feroldi has been investing in individual stocks since 2004. In the beginning, he had no idea what he was doing and got his teeth kicked in. His returns improved dramatically as his experience and knowledge about the stock market grew.
Brian’s career mission statement is “to demystify the stock market”. He loves to help other people do better with their investments. He has written over 3,000 articles on stocks, investing, and personal finance for the Motley Fool.
In 2022, Brian’s best-selling book "Why Does The Stock Market Go Up?" was published. It was written to explain how the stock market works in plain English.
Brian lives in New England with his wife and three kids.
Brian Withers has been investing in individual stocks since 1997. As trained as an engineer, he spent 30 years of his career at IBM, Dell, and Allergen. Brian became semi-retired at age 53 thanks to his financial acumen.
Brian left the corporate world in 2019 and has worked as a freelancer for the Motley Fool ever since.
He’s written hundreds of articles for fool.com and poured over countless financial statements and earnings reports as part of his work on Motley Fool Live video programs.
He loves investing in companies that are disrupting the status quo.