Make it a habit to spend 30 mins each day reading or listening to a good book. Not only will you be increasing your knowledge, but you will also see noticeable results in your life. To get you started, here are the books that have had the most influence on my life, both personally and as a trader of financial markets. Personal Development The Compound Effect – a practical book to help you develop the actions […]
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How Long Should You Trade a Demo Account?
I am often asked by new traders, “how long should I trade a demo account?”. Which is a great question. Learning to become familiar with the mechanical process of placing trades within a demo account is essential. The danger in trading a demo account for too long is that it does not develop your emotional resilience. This is key to becoming consistently profitable. I have witnessed firsthand, new traders who become one of the […]
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How to Make Money Consistently Trading the Markets
Are you a new or experienced trader fed up with losing money? Well, your problems are likely due to poor trade selection, your emotional decisions, or both. Both of which can be improved by following your strategy rules and neutralising your emotions. I want to reassure you, that you can succeed and make money if you’re prepared to put in the effort. You will also need patience and persistence. So, how do you turn things […]
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Are You Gambling or Trading Stocks?
Is Trading the Stock Market Gambling? Well, that all depends on how you approach the market. Let me explain. Online trading has exploded in recent years, attracting complete novices who think they can spend a few hours each week pressing a few buttons and end up making a fortune. The problem with this “Get Rich Quick” mentality is that you will likely end up losing your entire account. That’s because you will take on far […]
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Are Your Money Beliefs Holding You Back?
Do you believe that having too much money is bad or even worse evil? If so, have you ever stopped to think about where those beliefs came from? In teaching students to trade stocks, I have discovered that many hold limiting beliefs around money. These beliefs prevent them from creating the wealth they truly desire. That’s because our money beliefs subconsciously influence the decisions we make around money each and every day. When an opportunity […]
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Are You Making these Trading & Investing Mistakes?
Are you struggling to become a profitable trader? Do costly mistakes stop you from making more money? If so, you’re not alone. Learning to trade Stocks and Options can be one of the most challenging things you can do. It can also be one of the most rewarding. And when you eliminate these common trading mistakes your results will improve. If you’re new or have been trading for a while, you will likely experience some […]
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