After consuming as much free content regarding trading that the internet had to offer, I finally came to Investors Underground, as the free content I had consumed still was not helping to improve my trading. While the vast and free content available on various websites was helpful, without any previous knowledge about the stock market and trading I had no way of putting much of my knowledge into perspective. I also could not differentiate good knowledge from, misleading or bad information. I did not come to IU to obtain stock alerts and picks, I came to IU to develop structure, consistency and give context to what I had already learned about trading. I could not be happier with my decision to join IU. I can state that I was apprehensive regarding the cost to join, but I have extracted a greater value from my investment in myself and trading education, which in time has exceeded my expectations. The hardest part of being a part of IU, was learning how to put myself out there and asking questions in the trading lounge. It was easy to just sit back and read all of what traders are positing in the rooms, but it was only through my own personal engagement that I was able to improve upon my own learning and attain the value that I had hoped for in IU. Personally, I believe that IU will not give most people what they want. I DO NOT BELIEVE that it caters to those who are looking for passive and easy ways to make money. In my opinion IU does provide those who are willing to utilize the trading tools, educational materials, ask questions to more experienced traders, connect with other aspiring traders and participate with the study reviews and to show up willing to improve, the support to help build a fantastic foundation to their trading journey. It's hard work, but it has been worth it for me.