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Managing a Fund

Once your fund is created and the trading period begins, you'll need to actively manage it to generate returns. This guide covers fund management responsibilities and strategies.

Fund Management Lifecycle​

You are now in the Trading Phase - the deposit period has ended, and it's time to put your prediction expertise to work.

Accessing Your Fund Dashboard​

Navigate to "My Funds" in the PolyFund interface to access your fund dashboard, which provides:

  • Total Assets Under Management (AUM)
  • Current fund performance
  • Open positions and their status
  • Trading history
  • Time remaining in the trading period

Fund Management Responsibilities​

As a fund manager, you're responsible for:

  1. Strategic Planning: Developing and executing your prediction strategy
  2. Capital Allocation: Deciding how much to allocate to different markets
  3. Position Monitoring: Tracking the status and performance of your predictions
  4. Risk Management: Ensuring appropriate diversification and position sizing
  5. Performance Analysis: Evaluating what's working and what isn't

Risk Management Strategies​

Effective risk management is crucial for fund success:

  • Diversification: Spread risk across multiple markets and outcomes
  • Position Sizing: Consider allocating no more than 15-20% to any single position
  • Correlation Awareness: Be cautious of positions that could be affected by the same events
  • Gradual Deployment: You don't need to deploy all capital immediately
  • Exit Strategy: Have clear criteria for when to exit positions (win or lose)

Performance Monitoring​

Regularly review your fund's performance:

  • Position Analysis: Evaluate which predictions are performing well and why
  • Strategy Assessment: Determine if your overall approach is working as expected
  • Market Conditions: Consider how changing conditions might affect your strategy
  • Performance Metrics: Track key indicators like return on investment and win rate

Communicating with Investors​

While not required, successful fund managers often:

  • Provide regular updates on strategy and performance
  • Explain the reasoning behind significant positions
  • Set clear expectations about risk and volatility
  • Build trust through transparent communication

Next Steps​