The best advice is to do your own DD, and follow your plan.
Many, many traders give advice according to what THEY SEE. Wishful Thinking is among them.
He is actually a good trader, and does try to find potential from the bottom.
Sure, the signs were there, but as a potential RM, SEC typically extends time. Here, they didnt, which suggests the RM failed.
ALL WISE TRADERS who give advice add a disclaimer. They are not financial advisers, and do not want to be sued for advice.
WT lost here, too. I'm sure he bought in low enough to cover his initial investment as GNIN went up, but the sudden suspension caught many by surprise.
It's part of the game.
CEO's do not tell the truth, the whole truth and nothing but the truth. MM manipulate. Traders pump and bash.
These behaviors occur in every tier, from Pink to Blue Chip. You will never avoid that.
I may lose more times that I win, but, here in Pinkyland, my wins always cover my losses.
Sorry you took a beating here. We all did.