Rookie Hours: The Secret to Sustained Trading Success
A year ago, Trader X was the fastest-developing new trader I had ever worked with. He hit the ground running, adapted quickly, and saw early success that exceeded expectations. But fast forward twelve months, and that momentum had faded. After a string of sizable red months, Trader X found himself in a deep hole—one created […]
The Most Valuable Trading Heuristic I’ve Ever Learned
If I had to choose just one trading principle that’s had the biggest impact on my development, it would be this: “Pay close attention to how the market reacts to your trade immediately after entry.” It might sound simple on the surface, but this one insight has radically improved how I assess trade quality, manage […]
The 20% Heuristic: A Simple Shift that Can Sharpen Your Trading Edge
In trading, we often like to think we’re being rational. We crunch numbers, study charts, and build strategies that, on the surface, look solid. But beneath all that structure lies a dangerous reality: our decisions are constantly influenced by hidden biases, overconfidence, and unpredictable variables. That’s where the 20% heuristic comes into play—a mental tool […]
Trading Is Like Gambling—But Only If You Trade the Wrong Stocks
Navigating the stock market can feel a lot like walking into a crowded casino. There’s constant activity, flashing lights, noise from every direction—price action mimicking the chimes of a hundred slot machines. Each opportunity appears enticing, every chart flicker suggesting the possibility of profit. But just like in a casino, the reality is this: the […]
