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This was overall a frustrating week for traders at our firm and for the traders that I mentor outside the firm. \u00a0That happens. \u00a0The key is to learn and grow.<\/p>\n

There were however some highlights. \u00a0One Junior Trader had his best PnL day ever. \u00a0We detail the trade in step-by-step detail that led to his best trading session ever here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

One trader I work with improved his trading game by expanding his relationships that provide information. \u00a0Another elite trader made a concentrated effort to improve his risk management, with specific risk rules.<\/p>\n

Each month brings an opportunity for traders to set new monthly goals<\/a> so they improve. \u00a0This week was an opportunity to start working on these new goals.<\/p>\n

IGC tested the resilience<\/a> of traders, a key characteristic of elite traders.<\/p>\n

Proper sizing<\/a> was a huge test for traders this week as they pushed to trade bigger.<\/p>\n

For those yet not where they want to be as a trader, remember step one is consistency. \u00a0Steve Spencer, partner at SMB Capital, offers 5 ideas to improve consistency and performance<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Enjoy your weekend.<\/p>\n

Find time to train and improve your trading game.<\/p>\n

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