A few days ago, I was trading crude oil. It wasn’t just any old day; I had high expectations for above average moves. I had conviction in a main idea for the day. Crude had broken down below a really key level. These are the types of days we want to really crush! I found a nice short just before … Read More
Optimal Number of Stocks to Watch During a Trading Session
Hi Mike, My name is Jonathan. I am a relatively new trader and I began reading your first book One Good Trade. I love the idea of your if/then statements and I would love to work on my own statements. I have a list of plays I believe I have the most edge in, one being red to green or … Read More
I am brand new, what trader training should I take?
Hello Mike, How are you doing? I hope you had a great weekend. I have a question for you about what could a trader do with limited funds to get started in SMB. Currently, I am reading your book One Good Trade and taking notes it is eye opening and inspiring. Especially about Bruce Kovner. I am in a similar … Read More
Drills For Skills: Part Two
Last week we talked about the importance of specific skill development as a whole, and how on our desk we use market replay to get more reps and practice. This week we’re going to follow up on that by talking about some of the actual drills you can begin doing. For those unaware, there are many trading platforms that allow you … Read More
Unlocking Internship Opportunities at Our Prop Trading Firm
I received this note from a trader in our community: My name is Austin B. Thank you so much for providing your email on the “SMB Capital College Traders Talk At Pace University” YouTube video! I know your time is limited and valuable, so I will be short and brief! Me * Graduating High School Senior * Majoring in Finance … Read More
Expressing your unique voice in markets as a trader
A reader reached out and asked: (Edited) here from South Africa and I want to enquire about your current outlook on the tech sector and how you feel about the huge movements since the year has started? I am a Equity and options trader From South Africa, and you have done more than just change my life. I am a … Read More
Unveiling the Best-Kept Secret: The Word Top Traders Use to Describe Their Trading Success
There is a word that I keep reading over and over again from traders performing at their best. And often this language is present in the reviews of elite traders. Notice the language in this review below: ….overall feeling energized and confident for the month of April. Great opportunity at the moment, I just need to be in the right … Read More