I've been thinking a lot about my portfolio lately, a lot more than I normally would. On my last article that I posted on Seeking Alpha, a man made a comment asking me that since I had only created significant alpha in one of the 4 years (2017), basically being even with the S&P in 2018, then fallings somewhat short in 2019/2020, do I doubt my process?

The short answer, no.

The longer answer, I am taking time to analyze exactly what I was missing. What I am finding is interesting to say the least. The primary reason of the portfolio trailing the market has been selling too early. This means that I am leaving a lot on the table. Two baggers are sold before they became four baggers, three baggers before five, and so on.

That hurts to see.

Also not trusting myself and not selecting enough weight of a position. Buying too small is leading me to worse returns not buying too big. Not a bad problem to have I guess but one that I need to review and improve.

Until next time, happy investing!