We only have a few weeks left in 2024. And man, it has been a banner year
for the U.S. stock market. The S&P 500 is on track to log one of its best
years in the last couple decades.

So now the big question is, what’s next?

Well, there’s always a bull market out there somewhere.

On today’s new SteadyTrade Podcast, we’re looking ahead to find that bull
market. And we’re unveiling our favorite investment themes for 2025.

The overall market remains in a strong bullish uptrend. But that doesn’t
mean every sector is primed to outperform next year.

That’s why it’s so important to position your portfolio now to get exposure
to the strongest trends.

We discuss everything you need to pay attention to from the “electrification of everything” trend to quantum computing.

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Don’t miss part 2 coming next week!

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We heard you…

We received some positive feedback from you, our listeners. So we’ve decided to do another “five-on-five” podcast as requested.

You know the drill. On today’s new episode of the SteadyTrade Podcast, Tim Bohen and Matt McCall discuss five hot topics for five minutes each.

The last month of the year is typically strong for stocks – especially so during an election year and one in which stocks are already up big heading into December.

So what should you be paying attention to right now?

One sector that might be worth watching is the financials. It’s currently trading at one of the biggest discounts to the overall market in two decades. In fact, the financials space is actually cheaper than it was during the great financial crisis.

Meanwhile, electric vehicle giant Tesla (TSLA) is getting closer to rolling out its next full self-driving (FSD) technology. According to CEO Elon Musk, we could see FSD by mid-2025.

But that’s not the only reason why Tesla could be a five-bagger in the next decade… 

You’ll want to tune in to find out why.

We suspect many of you participated in some holiday shopping over the weekend. The figures have been tallied, so we break down the numbers of one of the biggest shopping days of the year.

Finally, can you guess the six countries that are expected to be the most populous in 2075? I bet you can’t…

We talk about all that and more on this week’s podcast. Click here to get the details.

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It’s the day before Thanksgiving – so we wanted to take some time to talk about the things we’re grateful for on this new episode of the SteadyTrade Podcast.

Of course, we’re thankful for our health, happiness, and families. But we’re also thankful for what’s ahead – specifically the opportunities available to use as we head into 2025.

So in the spirit of Thanksgiving, we each made a list of four such opportunities. We didn’t share our lists with each other before the show. So you’ll see our genuine, live reactions to each other’s lists.

As it turns out, we had some overlapping ideas – one of which was quantum computing. This groundbreaking, early-stage innovation has the potential to become the next big artificial intelligence (AI) moment in the stock market.

Some of the other opportunities we discuss include DOGE (not the cryptocurrency), “anti-Trump” sectors, the continued AI rally, and the future of health care. You’ll have to tune in to find out whose lists those topics fell on, though.

These are some big topics you won’t want to miss.

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It has been a wild couple weeks for investors and the market alike.
Because of that, sometimes it’s a smart idea to just take a step back… reflect on what has happened… and then plan for the future.

So on this week’s SteadyTrade Podcast, Tim Bohen and Matt McCall do just that. They dive into five important topics that we believe could shape the market well into 2025.

They’ll tackle a topic that’s at the forefront of most investors’ minds lately… Is the post-election stock market rally over? Tim and Matt first break down where the markets are today. Then, they discuss why president-elect Trump’s plan should lead to higher prices in the coming years.

Meanwhile, bitcoin (BTC-USD) is holding above $91,000 and could be on the verge of hitting six-figures for the first time ever. No surprise there… The two have been calling for bitcoin hitting $100k for a long time. And we could finally see it happen before the end of this year.

Tim and Matt also discuss why small-cap stocks look like they may outperform in 2025. And talk about why they need to keep an eye on the bond market next year.
Finally, they take a look at five technology stocks that one big firm believes will be the big winners in 2025.

It’s a five-for-five podcast, folks… We’ll cover five topics for five minutes each.

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The New York Stock Exchange’s (NYSE) newly proposed hours. The exchange currently offers trading from 4 a.m. to 8 p.m. Eastern time from Monday through Friday. But the NYSE just proposed to extend trading hours from 1:30 a.m. to 11:30 p.m. Eastern time.

That means the stock exchange would only be closed two hours per weekday.

This could have major implications for traders. More trading hours in the day means there’s more time to enter and exit short-term trades. And you may be surprised to hear what this means for traders.

Meanwhile, five of the “Magnificent Seven” tech stocks are reporting earnings this week. Oil had its worst day in two years after various bomb strikes in the Middle East. And more companies are looking to expand stock trading to a 24hour day.

It’s a packed week with many important headlines on deck. So Tim Bohen and Matt McCall decided to focus a few minutes of today’s new episode of the SteadyTrade Podcast on these topics.

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Through the six days ending October 18, a total of $2.4 billion in net inflows came into the bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs). This has increased the total assets under management for spot-bitcoin ETFs to more than $80 billion.

On today’s new episode of the SteadyTrade Podcast, Tim Bohen and Matt McCall discuss the latest bitcoin action and what it means for the entire crypto market heading into both the election and 2025.

We’re now less than two weeks from Election Day. Many folks in the financial world view bitcoin as a proxy for former President Donald Trump.  If that’s true, it’s more positive news for Trump’s campaign.

But bitcoin isn’t the only crypto worth watching heading into the election. Tim and Matt share the names of two smaller “altcoins”that you may want to keep an eye on if the broad market breaks out in the coming months.

One is a direct competitor to Ethereum (ETH-USD), and it has broken out in the last few days. The second is an interesting way to play the crypto market while also generating income.

Finally, they reveal when they believe bitcoin will reach the $100,000 milestone, and it may be sooner than you think.

Click here to tune in now.

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We’re less than three weeks away from finding out who will become the next president of the United States in one of the tightest races in history.

That fact that we don’t have a good sense of who will win just 20 days out from Election Day should have investors on edge. But considering the S&P 500 is trading near all-time highs, that doesn’t appear to be the case.

We hope you’re still preparing your portfolio for either a Trump or Harris victory, though…

On today’s new episode of the SteadyTrade Podcast, Tim Bohen and Matt McCall share their opinions on the potential outcome and discuss the sectors and stocks you should be considering before the results are announced.

They also highlight a stock that may be a proxy of who is about to become the next president. It has been flashing good news for one candidate in particular over the last two weeks.

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The term “10-baggers” is thrown around often in the financial industry. 

It’s not commonplace to be able to identify a stock that will eventually go up 10X in value. But it is achievable. 

In the investment world, snagging a 10-bagger is equivalent to receiving a massive trophy you can put on your mantel. 

One of the most recent and notable 10-baggers in the market is chipmaker Nvidia (NVDA). The face of the artificial intelligence (AI) bull market has rocketed higher over the past two years. 

Nvidia’s stock hit a low of $10.81 in October 2022. Now, it’s trading around $133per share after hitting a high of $140 in June. 

But Nvidia is far from alone. Plenty of under-the-radar stocks have reached similarly high levels in the market.

Matt is flying solo on today’s new episode of the SteadyTrade Podcast, and he’s diving into the world 10-baggers. Matt shares what to look for to find the next 10X winner – including various qualities of prior big winners from his resume, how a 10-bagger can change your investment life, and what kinds of stocks have the potential to grow that large.

Click here to watch the latest episode now.

Here’s to the future,

Tim Bohen
Lead Trainer, StockToTrade

Matt McCall
Editor, Market Insights

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The third quarter is officially in the books, and the best-performing sector of the year so far has been utility stocks. 

This often considered “boring” sector is up 30% year to date and trading near all-time highs. It just logged its best quarter since 2003. And it’s currently on pace to have its best year since 2000. 

So on today’s new episode of the SteadyTrade Podcast, Tim Bohen and Matt McCall dive into what’s driving these stocks to new highs. They also explain why utilities are a great way to gain exposure to some of the biggest trends in the market today – like artificial intelligence (AI) and nuclear energy.

Matt reveals some of his favorite names in the utility sector – including the largest provider of nuclear energy and a major water utility company. He also shares a way to profit as more utility poles pop up across North America.

Then, they tackle another big story this week… 

–Chinese stocks have been on fire recently thanks to the government’s recent stimulus package. Tim examines the microcap stocks that are moving as a result and shares how he has been day trading the rally.

Click here to watch the latest episode now.

Here’s to the future,

Tim Bohen
Lead Trainer, StockToTrade

Matt McCall
Editor, Market Insights

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We’re willing to bet most folks don’t think too much about energy drinks as an investment idea.

But what if we told you one energy-drink maker was one of the best-performing stocks over the last 30 years?

Monster Beverage (MNST) makes the sugary-caffeinated drinks that many people have come to love. It went public in August 1995, and since then has been the third-best performer in the S&P 500. The only two stocks with better returns are Nvidia (NVDA) and Amazon (AMZN).

A $10,000 investment in Monster’s stock in 1995 would be worth nearly $20 million today.

But it’s not the only consumer-staple stock that has been flying under the radar recently. The sector has been leading the way this year, and Tim Bohen and Matt McCall have all the details on today’s new episode of the SteadyTrade Podcast.

Nvidia and artificial intelligence (AI) stocks may have captured the market’s attention, but as you can see below, the consumer staples industry has more than doubled the return of the tech sector here in 2024.

They’re performing well as a whole. But on the podcast, Tim and Matt take a closer look at two niche areas within the broader sector that could be the next big winners…

Did you know that the hydration-drink market is set to nearly double over the next decade? I share some of the stocks you need to watch in this booming industry.

Plus, more young people are choosing to drink less alcohol and focus more on their health. That makes the healthy-eating trend another niche area that folks should pay attention to – and we give you the names of a few small caps that may be worth adding to your watch list today.

Click here to learn all the details.

Here’s to the future,

Tim Bohen
Lead Trainer, StockToTrade

Matt McCall
Editor, Market Insights

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Many investors would argue that we’re in the midst of a sizable market pullback.

In reality, the S&P 500 is trading just 3% below its all-time high.
Clearly, it’s not as bad as most folks think.

On today’s episode of the SteadyTrade Podcast, Tim Bohen and Matt McCall discuss what’s going on in the market and detail how to take advantage of it from both a long-term perspective as well as a day-trading perspective.

Is the pullback in large tech stocks a great buying opportunity?

And should investors consider diversifying out of well-known tech stocks and into other sectors of the market –even small-cap stocks?

Click here to watch and hear our strategy for tackling the rest of this month.

Remember to send your questions to info@steadytrade.com!

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Today, we’re doing something new and exciting…

On this episode of the SteadyTrade Podcast, Tim Bohen and Matt McCall are taking your questions live on air. 

They have both been in this game a long time. They’re passionate about what they do and want to share our knowledge with the universe. But they didn’t put this show together just for each other. It’s for you – our loyal subscribers. 

They cover a lot on today’s show… 

Matt and Tim talk about what type of trading (if any) an investor with a full-time job should consider. As you know, Tim is a day trader while Matt has a longer-term focus and a background in swing trading. So they both share their unique perspective on how to become successful in the world of trading.

Then, they discuss a fun topic (that may have gotten a little political) that has to do with the increase in the minimum wage. This is a subject both are passionate about. But I’m sure there will be plenty of people nodding their heads in agreement and a few that think I’m terribly wrong.

At the end of the show, they each answer the “island question”… 

What’s one investment you’d be comfortable buying today and not touching for 10 years?

Matt used to ask this question of every guest that came on his previous podcast, and we always loved hearing their answers. Today, Tim and Matt are in the hot seat. Matt cheated a bit and gave two stocks. And Tim shares a pick that could be on many people’s watchlist.

Tune in to this exciting show – and to find out our three island stock picks.

Here’s to the future,

Tim Bohen
Lead Trainer, StockToTrade

Matt McCall
Editor, Market Insights

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Water – or “blue gold,” as it’s often called – is a difficult topic to get investors excited about because it’s all around us and part of our daily life. But even though water covers 71% of the Earth’s surface, only about 0.5% of it is available fresh water.

We understand that there’s hesitancy in believing that water is an investable commodity – especially when you pay $7 per bottle at airports and sporting events. But we guarantee that today’s new episode of the SteadyTrade Podcast will have you viewing water investments in a whole new light.

Demand for water is increasing – with some of the biggest drivers being manufacturing and artificial intelligence (AI). Data centers require a lot of water to keep their servers and facilities at an appropriate temperature.

Did you know that it takes nearly 13,000 liters of water to produce a single smartphone? And you need double that to make a pair of leather boots.

Tim Bohen and Matt McCall dive into the investment opportunities in the world of water in today’s podcast and discuss how it could actually become a catalyst for a future world war. Plus, they share a few water-related names that may be worth adding to your watch list.

Click here to watch the latest episode of the SteadyTrade Podcast now.

Here’s to the future,

Tim Bohen
Lead Trainer, StockToTrade

Matt McCall
Editor, Market Insights

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Whether you’re bullish or bearish on the stock market today is a topic we can always debate. What’s not worth debating is that broad volatility has been increasing over the past couple months…

The S&P 500 fell 2.3% on July 24. That marked the first time the index fell 2% in a single day since February 2023 – its longest such streak since 2007. The S&P 500 then came within 0.3% of correction territory on August 5. And today, it’s back within striking distance of all-time highs.

Tim and Matt remain bullish on stocks over the long term. But that doesn’t mean they’re ignoring the fact that several known catalysts could continue to increase volatility in the months ahead. That’s our focus on today’s new episode of the SteadyTrade Podcast.

First up is the Federal Reserve meeting on September 18. While the odds of what exactly the central bank will do have shifted a bit recently, it’s a near certainty that it’ll begin a new cycle of cutting interest rates. The presidential election takes place in early November. And then there’s the fact that September is historically one of the worst months of the year.

Those are the things we know for sure.

Meanwhile, Tim Bohen talks about a day trader’s view of the volatility. What does it all mean for traders? Plus, he lays out how to spot potential moves in stocks tied to the catalysts mentioned above.

This is an episode anyone invested in the market – whether you’re a trader or long-term investor – should tune in to.

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The world is a wild place these days…

That has led to volatility in the markets and big movements in individual stocks. And naturally, it has created many questions for investors and traders alike.

So on today’s new episode of the SteadyTrade Podcast, Tim Bohen and Matt McCall are reviewing some of the biggest topics that we have been getting asked us about.

Monday’s potential escalation in the Middle East conflict saw the market sell-off on news that the U.S. would be sending more military to the area. How will this impact the market? And what stocks are the best to hedge this unfortunate situation? We share some names on the podcast.

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The last week has been a rollercoaster of sorts – for everything from stocks and bond to cryptos and even the global geopolitical environment. All are likely impacting your investments, so today we’re breaking down exactly how the headlines are moving the markets.

On the newest episode of the SteadyTrade Podcast, Tim Bohen and Matt McCall analyze one of the wildest days in recent stock market history. Then, they circle back to a discussion they began last week… They shar the top stocks on their watch lists.

Get the names of all stocks that may be worth adding to your personal watch list here:
https://university.stockstotrade.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Future-500-Stock-Report.pdf

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The summer months typically lack big headlines in the stock market. But that hasn’t been the case this year… 

On today’s new episode of the SteadyTrade Podcast, Tim Bohen and Matt McCall dissect some of the hottest stories of the last week and what they mean for your portfolio. 

They have talked a lot about Bitcoin (BTC-USD) lately, and Tim and Matt continue that conversation from last weekend’s Bitcoin 2024 conference in Nashville, and share more insight into what former President Donald Trump’s participation means for cryptos. Plus, how it will all affect the election.

Elsewhere in the market, we’re in the midst of second-quarter earnings season. Contrary to what you may be hearing and reading, the numbers have been solid. 

Blended earnings growth for the year-over-year period is 9.8%, and the full-year figure is expected to come in at 11%. They dive into the numbers on the podcast and discuss how stocks are reacting. What we’re seeing could be a good sign for the long-term health of the market.

Then, have you experienced the “Zyn Craze” that has been taking place – especially within the younger generations? Tim and Matt aren’t young, per say, but they use the nicotine pouches regularly. So today, they discuss the stock that has been the biggest winner as this trend has boomed.

Finally, they begin sharing the names of six stocks at the top of their watch lists. All are small caps that will benefit from our thesis that smaller stocks will outperform their larger counterparts in the coming months…

It’s an action-packed episode you don’t want to miss. Click here to watch the latest episode of the SteadyTrade Podcast now.

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It has been a few days since President Joe Biden’s announcement that he’s dropping out of the 2024 presidential election rocked the world. That has given us some time to think about the implications for the election, the stock market, and the future of our country.

On today’s new episode of the SteadyTrade Podcast, Tim Bohen and Matt McCall share their views of the historic decision. And more importantly, they discuss what it all means for your investments.

A new candidate will now face off against former President Donald Trump. That will have a major impact on both the outcome of the election and what the next four years and beyond will look like for Americans.As of today, it looks like it will be a showdown between Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris. But with the way things have gone so far, nothing is set in stone.

We should expect volatility in the stock market in the near term. But the big question is which sectors will benefit or be hurt by the candidates’ potential agendas. We’ve heard from Trump a lot over the last decade, and we’ve already experienced four years of him in D.C. That means we have a bit more certainty as to what he’ll do if he wins re-election.

We haven’t heard from Harris nearly as much. And she doesn’t have the track record for us to decipher what a potential victory would look like over the longer term.

So on the podcast, Matt and Tim focus on what a potential second Trump presidency would look like and what sectors would be affected. They discuss everything from the positives for fossil fuels, cryptos, manufacturing, and small caps to the negatives for renewable energy, electric vehicles, and China-based stocks.

Click here to watch the latest episode of the SteadyTrade Podcast now.

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The healthcare industry as we know it today will be unrecognizable a decade from now…

Several technological breakthroughs are coming together to upend one of the largest industries in the world. And one of the biggest culprits is artificial intelligence (AI).

On today’s episode of the SteadyTrade Podcast, Tim Bohen and Matt McCall dive into some of the biggest implications that AI will have on the future of the healthcare industry.

It currently takes about 10 years and more than $1 billion to take a drug from the discovery phase to full FDA approval. That is incredibly costly and timely. But what makes the process even worse is that only about one in 10 potential drugs make it all the way through that cycle.

Think about all the data that’s created throughout the drug discovery process…

That makes it the perfect niche sector to be disrupted by the power of AI.

On the podcast, Tim and Matt share their big-picture thoughts regarding where we are in the AI-drug discovery stocks cycle and where the opportunities lie today. Several small companies are working to meld AI with the current drug-discovery process, and you can be sure they give you a few names to add to your watch list.

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On today’s new episode of the SteadyTrade Podcast, Tim Bohen and Matt McCall discuss in detail why Bitcoin has fallen from all-time highs into a bear market.

The good news is that they expect it may be short-lived…

Several potential catalysts on the horizon could send Bitcoin and the broad crypto market higher – including interest rate cuts at the September Federal Reserve meeting, a Trump win in the presidential election, and an SEC approval of an Ethereum (ETH-USD) spot exchange-traded fund (ETF). These catalysts combined with extreme fear levels indicate that now could be the right time to start adding exposure to this asset class.

So what’s our plan?

Click here to watch the latest episode of the SteadyTrade Podcast and find out.

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But over the years, most prognosticators are pretty bad at predicting what things will look like just 12 months in the future.

For example, six months ago nearly everyone was calling for several interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve. Yet here we are in July and the central bank has yet to begin its easing cycle. In fact, odds are that we’ll only see one interest rate cut before the end of the year.

On today’s episode of the SteadyTrade Podcast, Tim Bohen and Matt McCall dive into the first half of 2024 and discuss how things played out compared to forecasts. They provide expectations for the economy, the presidential election, and the stock market through the remainder of the year.

And of course, mention a few stocks worth adding to your watch list.

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On June 12, the Federal Reserve held a meeting and made an announcement on interest rates on the same day that the Consumer Price Index (CPI) – inflation reading – was released.

Considering the CPI is arguably the most important number in regard to the Fed’s decision on interest rates, it was a wild day. Stocks closed up big even though there was a late-day pullback. The rally was fueled by a lower-than-expected inflation reading.

On today’s Steady Trade podcast, Tim Bohen and Matt McCall discuss the inflation number and what to expect from the Fed in the future. More specifically we will delve into the industry of new and used vehicles. I know that may sound like an odd topic, but after a pandemic-surge in car prices, the last few quarters have seen used car prices in particular plummet.

Make sure you tune in to hear about a stock that is up 30X in less than two years and could still be a buying opportunity!

Watch the latest episode here.

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The average U.S. consumer spends 216 hours per year in a vehicle traveling to and from work. That’s the equivalent of 27 additional eight-hour workdays on top of a person’s already busy schedule.

Imagine what someone could do with all that extra time.

We may soon be able to find out… Because it’s only a matter of time before cars are able to drive themselves.

Car manufacturers – specifically Tesla’s (TSLA) Elon Musk – have had grandiose ideas about the future of autonomous vehicles (AVs) for several years. But reality is finally here, and it can wholly be attributed to artificial intelligence (AI).

This convergence of technologies is the focus of today’s new episode of SteadyTrade Podcast.

According to a 2022 Pew Research Center survey, only 37% of Americans would get into an AV if given the chance. That’s understandable. But to invest in innovation, you must adopt the mindset of a futurist. You must consider what the world will look like in five, 10, even 20 years.

In the podcast, we talk about what Matt believes will be the greatest use case for self-driving vehicles – “robotaxis.” These are essentially fleets of AVs that operate as taxis or ridesharing services. And it’s believed that they’ll generate $28 trillion in enterprise value over the next five to 10 years.

Matt and Tim talk about the two key drivers fueling the robotaxi trend – cost and safety. It’s estimated that AVs will eliminate 99.9% of the crashes currently being caused by human error.

And of course, they highlight the companies currently leading the charge… 

Many of Tesla’s vehicles are already semi-autonomous. And Waymo – a self-driving car spinoff of Alphabet (GOOGL) – is operating an autonomous rideshare service in Phoenix. 

But those are far from the only AV businesses worth investing in. Automakers, semiconductor companies, auto parts businesses, urban mobility leaders, and even commodities are all fair game to become the ultimate winners of the shift to the future of transportation.

This is an inevitable trend that every opportunistic investor should know about.

So click here to watch the latest episode of the Steady Trade Podcast now.

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On today’s episode of the SteadyTrade Podcast, Tim Bohen and Matt McCall explore the revolutionary impact of these medications.
Unlike traditional weight-loss methods – which can be challenging due to people’s busy lifestyles – GLP-1 medications lower the barriers to achieving a healthier weight and offer a more accessible and effective solution. This boosts the user’s physical health and productivity.

The economic impact of these drugs has been immense.

According to Goldman Sachs, we can expect to see a significant boost to the economy – not just through sales but via enhanced productivity. It’s a self-fulfilling cycle.

As a result, the market potential for these drugs is massive. Drug manufacturers like Novo Nordisk and Eli Lilly will see substantial growth. In fact, Novo has already become the largest company in European as a result.

But these two companies are far from the only investment opportunities in the GLP-1 medication space…

Smaller players like Viking Therapeutics (VKTX) and Structure Therapeutics (GPCR) are worth keeping an eye on. In fact, Viking’s rise from its penny-stock beginning illustrates the potential for high returns in this sector.

We also talk about the importance of investing in supply-chain businesses like McKesson (MCK) and Cencora (COR). These firms play a crucial role in the distribution of these medications and provide another avenue to capitalize on their growth.

There are also secondary opportunities to explore – like the increased demand for protein among GLP-1 medication users.

There’s no question that these drugs offer a promising solution to the obesity epidemic and present significant economic benefits through increased productivity and market growth. With a wealth of investment potential in pharmaceutical giants, supply-chain companies, and protein supplement producers, the impact of GLP-1 medications will be felt across a variety of sectors.

This makes it an exciting area to watch for both health enthusiasts and investors.

If you’re either of those – or just want to hear our take on the topic – click here to watch the latest episode of the SteadyTrade Podcast now.

Here’s to the future,

Tim Bohen
Lead Trainer, StockToTrade

Matt McCall
Editor, Market Insights

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We’re excited to freshen things up and introduce a new co-host – Matt McCall.

After a few years’ hiatus, we’re ready to embark on this new chapter and blend our expertise to bring you insights into the trends and sectors driving the stock market.

If you’re wondering why the podcast was paused, we felt it was time to step back while still at our peak. But our passion for podcasting never wavered. And now we’re back with renewed energy and focus… and a whole lot to talk about.

“Re-Introducing” Your Hosts:

• Tim Bohen the leader trainer at StocksToTrade and is dedicated to making sophisticated trading tools accessible to everyday investors. Tim’s journey began with a tech company during the dial-up era. When he sold the firm, he set his focus on trading and mentoring.
• Matt McCall began his career as a stockbroker. But his entrepreneurial spirit eventually led him to create and sell multiple businesses – including registered investment advisory Penn Financial Group. With more than 20 years in the business, you may recognize Matt from his time as a co-host of Fox Business or through his many investment newsletters and published books. It’s his focus on educating investors, having some fun, and making money in the market that makes him a perfect addition to this podcast.

In this new era, the SteadyTrade Podcast will shift away from daily stock picks to broader market discussions. We’ll blend short-term trading insights with long-term investment perspectives to offer a comprehensive view of the market.

We’re thrilled to have you on board!

Today’s Show:

The sudden emergence of artificial intelligence (AI) has been grabbing financial media headlines for more than a year now. Naturally, related stocks have taken off – with Nvidia (NVDA) now one of the largest companies in the world.

We’re in the very beginning stages of what we believe will be one of the biggest megatrends of our generation. And that means there is opportunity to seize here.

But other areas of the stock market are being overlooked as a result…

As AI technology engrains itself deeper into the everyday lives of companies and individuals, more data will generated. That means a lot more electricity will be required to collect and analyze all that data.

Global energy consumption has been stagnant in recent decades. But according to the International Energy Agency, that figure is expected to increase 165% by 2050. Northern Virginia – the hub of U.S. data centers – is likely to run out of reliable power by 2027.

That means the only way to keep the AI boom going is to upgrade the global electrical grid.

On today’s episode of the SteadyTrade Podcast, we dive into the investment opportunity being created by the convergence of AI and energy. We cover some of the biggest names in the space – including Nvidia and Super Micro Computer (SMCI) – as well as some of the smaller companies you likely haven’t heard or thought of.

Get your pencil and pad ready! It’s time for the first episode of our renewed Steady Podcast.

Click here to watch the latest episode now.

Here’s to the future,

Tim Bohen
Lead Trainer, StockToTrade

Matt McCall
Editor, Market Insights

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Today, Roland shares his unique approach to trading — including what he thinks of the current market, work-life balance, and why aggressive young traders sometimes give him FOMO…

Follow Roland! 

Want more? Check out Roland’s offerings and follow him online: 

• Roland Wolf’s Trading Accelerator
• Follow Roland on Instagram: @RolandWolf86
• Follow Roland on Twitter: @RolandWolf86

Plus, don’t miss our past episodes featuring Roland: 

• Super Trader Roland Wolf Part 1
• Super Trader Roland Wolf Part 2

In the Episode…

Here’s a sneak peek of what you’ll learn in this interview with Roland:

The State of the Market 

The stock market’s been a strange place lately. After a summer slowdown, there have been pockets of heat. Roland offers his take on several timely topics, including: 

• The crazy Digital World Acquisition Corp. (NASDAQ: DWAC) run
• NFTs and crypto stocks 
• What happened to biotechs? Will they come back?

Necessary Adjustments 

Roland’s quick to admit that he hasn’t made a lot of money recently. It’s not because he doesn’t care about trading anymore. It’s because his setups simply aren’t there — he doesn’t want to fall prey to FOMO! 

He’s using this time to improve his emotional and physical wellbeing — and prepare for a new baby on the way in December! Learn why he believes that dedicating time to one’s personal wellbeing is vital to long-term trading success…

Moving Forward in the Post-2020 Stock Market

The stock market changed forever in 2020. A ton of new traders came to the market, and it changed several of Roland’s tried-and-true patterns. 

Change isn’t bad — in fact, it’s inevitable in the stock market. Learn how he’s adapting, including upping his game on monitoring VWAP and more. 

He also talks about the new traders who have hit the market — some who work in the same office as him, like Bryce Tuohey (featured in Ep. 223) and Matt Monaco (featured in Ep. 202).

Roland talks about how these young traders love to take big size — but also assume big risk. He’s inspired … and he definitely feels FOMO! But as a family man, he knows he has too much to lose by taking that approach.

Learning and Teaching 

In addition to constantly learning about the stock market, Roland also offers new traders an education through his mentorship program, Roland Wolf’s Trading Accelerator. 

His goal isn’t to create clones but to guide traders to find their own style. He wants to help them navigate their way through the initial difficult learning curve and the second learning curve to get experience and deal with “the psychological stuff.”

Stay Inspired…

As you can see, Roland’s career has progressed a lot since the last time he was featured on the podcast. His journey is a testament to the power of adapting and staying cautious and constantly learning! 

Did this interview inspire you? 

We love to hear what you think, so drop a comment below or on YouTube!

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Meet Our SteadyTrade Hosts

Get to know Tim Bohen and Stephen Johnson.

Follow our hosts on social media…

Tim Bohen

Twitter: @tbohen

Instagram: @tbohen

Stephen Johnson

Twitter: @Jonk87

Instagram: @stephenjonk87

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Jack, Mari, and Kyle had it ROUGH last week. Avis Budget Group Inc. (NASDAQ: CAR) had these traders giving back large portions of their monthly profits. 

Mistakes were made and rules were broken… 

But this trio is reflecting and honing in on the trading basics. Check out their trades on Regen BioPharma Inc (OTCMKTS: RGBP)!

Learn why they’re focusing more on OTC stocks and steering clear of Nasdaqs (with one exception). 

The daily chart on Ilustrato Pictures International Inc (OTCPK: ILUS) had traders excited and convinced it would break out…

Kyle and Mari included. While all three traders “drank the Kool-Aid” and day traded this stock, Jack recognized the swing trade potential. 

Catch the video for the details on his new trading plan.  

With the winter market approaching, our TWIST hosts briefly discuss upcoming hot sectors and when it’s officially time to hunker down and FOCUS. 

Tilray Inc. (NASDAQ: TLRY) for example, is a strong indicator for weed stocks. And from a technical standpoint, this chart looks great. Which trader do you think is swinging this? 

And of course, crypto is on the rise. Don’t miss Kyle’s excitement for the opportunity this could bring.

Don’t miss this episode, and drop a comment on who you want to see as a guest on TWIST!

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Jack Schwarze started trading in high school. Now, he’s a multi-millionaire finishing up grad school. It’s incredible what a difference a few years can make…

Today, trader Jack Schwarze shares his mind-blowing trading journey — including how he overcame $80K in losses and blew up multiple accounts before finding his stride as a short seller. Don’t miss this! 

What kinds of hobbies did you have during your senior year of high school? 

Lacrosse player Jack Schwarze decided to diversify by taking up trading. 

His goal? To become rich. 

A few years down the line, it’s safe to say he’s reached that goal. As he finishes up grad school, Jack’s up over $2.6 million in trading profits. 

But it hasn’t been easy. In today’s episode, SteadyTrade podcast co-hosts Tim Bohen and Stephen Johnson find out the full story behind this young trader’s wild ride…

Senioritis to Self-Sufficient Trading

Jack started trading in 2016 as his high school career was coming to an end. 

• He came across Tim Sykes on Instagram and wondered why more people weren’t taking advantage of these supernova stock moves. 
• He also had major senioritis and decided trading would be fun. 

Jack started out with about $2,000 … But as he shares, he would blow up his account MANY times before he started to understand the rules of the game. 

Find out what changed over time — and how he discovered that he needed to diversify and do if he wanted to keep trading.

Don’t miss Jack’s go-to trading patterns that he’s adapted from teachers like Tim Sykes and Roland Wolf!

The Psychological Journey of Trading

For Jack, learning to deal with market fluctuations has been key to his mental wellbeing:

• During a hot market, he found he could make “insane money,” which led to feelings of euphoria
• When the market shifted, he started to “bleed” due to poor risk management. It did a number on his emotional health…

Tim, Stephen, and Jack all share tips for maintaining sanity in the wild world of day trading — tune in! 

Key Lessons for New Traders

Every trader can benefit from Jack’s sage advice. Here are just a few of the gold nuggets in the episode: 

• Stay in the game. Above all else, focus on not blowing up! 
• Zero in on your style. Just pass the time and wait for your setups. “When it rains it pours.”
• Don’t get married to a setup. It’s a one-way road to heartbreak…
• Track your data! It’s the best way to figure out what’s actually working for you and why. 
• Cut losses quickly! 

Stay in the Game…

The market naturally fluctuates. Learning from traders like Jack Schwarze can help you learn how to adapt and stay nimble. Never give up! 

What do you think of Jack’s approach to the market? 

We love to hear what you think, so drop a comment below or on YouTube!

Thanks for tuning in to the SteadyTrade podcast. Stay tuned for weekly episodes featuring the hottest topics for aspiring traders.

Love the episode? Please leave a review on iTunes.

Meet Our SteadyTrade Hosts

Get to know Tim Bohen and Stephen Johnson.

Follow our hosts on social media…

Tim Bohen

Twitter: @tbohen

Instagram: @tbohen

Stephen Johnson

Twitter: @Jonk87

Instagram: @stephenjonk87

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The wrong trade could end a beginner’s potential trading career. It’s why you need to follow smart rules, trade small, and focus on your knowledge account.

That’s something traders have to remember — no matter how long they’ve been in the game. Making money isn’t the only goal for traders. Discipline, rules, and safety always matter. 

Kyle’s admittedly a little embarrassed that he failed to follow these basic trading principles on one trade, in particular, Avis Budget Group Inc. (NASDAQ: CAR). 

He saw a great short-selling opportunity with CAR, but made a grave mistake… 

Tune in to learn all the uncomfortable details with Kyle in a complete trade breakdown.

Kyle notes he dodged a bullet AND that everything about this trade was entirely unacceptable. Check out these key lessons, so you can hopefully avoid a similar situation yourself.

And, don’t worry, it’s not all rough news. Tune in for more on his trades on Hertz Global Holdings Inc. (OTCPK: HTZZ), Ocugen Inc. (NASDAQ:OCGN), and Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ: TSLA). 

Don’t miss out on all the details and valuable lessons learned.

And be sure to leave a comment with any trading wisdom you discovered with Kyle today! 

Missed last week’s episode? Watch it here. 

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Listeners, we hear you! 

We’ve received a ton of reader feedback that you’d love to hear more of-the-moment market updates. 

The SteadyTrade Team and StocksToTrade universe boast a ton of talented traders, so we’re tapping into their expertise to deliver timely content.

In today’s episode, SteadyTrade podcast co-host Tim Bohen is joined by Kyle Williams of StocksToTrade’s Breakouts & Breakdowns chat room. They’re flying solo while Stephen’s on an ayahuasca trip (no, really). 

Don’t miss their conversation about today’s hottest topics in trading — crypto, the state of the OTC market, and much more! 

About Kyle Williams 

Not familiar with Kyle? Here are a few things to know:

• This talented trader has been in the game since 2016. 
• He got inspired to become a short-seller after watching “The Big Short.” 
• In 2021, he crossed the million-dollar profit mark. 
• Just a few months later, he crossed $2 million! 

These days, traders can learn from him in Breakouts & Breakdowns, a chat and alert service offered through StocksToTrade.

You can also stay updated with him on these social media channels:

• Kyle on Twitter
• Kyle’s Instagram
• Kyle on Profit.ly 

State of the Market 

At the time of recording, OTC stocks had been somewhat slow. Here’s what you’ll learn:

• Kyle explains how the OTC slowdown caused him to pivot more into listed stocks. 
• The great circle of life for OTCs and how they come and go.
• Why it’s a trader’s responsibility to adapt and practice restraint during slower times. 
• Just because a strategy isn’t working right now doesn’t mean it’s over forever. 

Hot Runners, FOMO, and Lessons Learned

It was a crazy runner with a ridiculous run … Camber Energy Inc. (NYSEAMERICAN: CEI) CEI) was on many a trader’s radar in late September. It leads to several interesting topics of discussion:

• Just because there’s a hot runner out there doesn’t always mean that traders can or will profit. 
• Kyle explains why CEI represented a host of missed opportunities for him — and how he contended with the FOMO mind games he faced during the period of its run.
• Why pushing size and taking bigger risks are rarely good ideas
• What Kyle could have done better — for instance, taking more conservative size and being less aggressive in the morning. 
• CEI’s harsh ending and why traders always need to be prepared to cut losses.

Cryptomania!

Crypto’s hot again! Don’t miss what Bohen and Kyle have to say:

• Is bitcoin (BTC) going to a million? 
• Why Kyle thinks BTC is undervalued.
• Both traders talk about their hopes for BTC and crypto for the future and why they think there’s a lot more room for upside.
• How can new traders get exposed to crypto? 
• Learn about Kyle’s crypto trading bootcamp with fellow trader Matt Monaco

Life Beyond Trading 

Making money is great, but it’s not everything in life.

Kyle’s motivated to do more with his money than just hoard it or spend it on stuff. In the episode, he shares what he’s been up to, including:

• Donations to charity — including a $10,000 donation to cow sanctuary Libby Lou’s Safe Haven on his mom’s behalf
• A private jet ride for his grandparents — that one’s not charity, but it was definitely a good deed!

Stay Current…

The market’s constantly changing. Hearing from top traders like Kyle can help you learn about what makes the market move and how to keep adapting. Never stop learning! 

Do you agree with Bohen and Kyle’s market commentary?

We love to hear what you think, so drop a comment below or on YouTube!

Thanks for tuning in to the SteadyTrade podcast. Stay tuned for weekly episodes featuring the hottest topics for aspiring traders.

Love the episode? Please leave a review on iTunes.

Meet Our SteadyTrade Hosts

Get to know Tim Bohen, and Stephen Johnson

Follow our hosts on social media…

Tim Bohen

Twitter: @tbohen

Instagram: @tbohen

Stephen Johnson

Twitter: @Jonk87

Instagram: @stephenjonk87

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We’re here to talk trading, not politics — but yes, it’s true. Following an announcement regarding Trump’s new social media platform, traders watched listed stocks ignite.

How are Kyle, Jack, and Mari adjusting to the abundance of opportunities?

It takes time to feel out fresh market action — there’s SO much to prepare for. And with more opportunities comes more room for mistakes. 

That’s especially true as OTC traders are branching out to listed stocks. Some of these hot plays are NOT for beginners. 

Phunware Inc. (NASDAQ: PHUN) is a great example. Tune in to learn how this play could have been catastrophic for smaller accounts. 

From entries to timing to risk management — each host offers a vital lesson on this ticker.

And of course, they’ll share plenty on Digital World Acquisition Corp (NASDAQ: DWAC). After all, that’s the SPAC that kickstarted the momentum.

And to close out an action-packed episode, Jack has a final tip that traders don’t want to miss. Watch and learn!

Missed last week’s TWIST episode? Tune in here.

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It’s a drawdown! Today’s guest is Bryce Tuohey. You may recognize him as the fun-loving co-host of StocksToTrade’s Small Cap Recaps and a member of the Small Cap Rockets team.

Bryce has something in common with SteadyTrade podcast co-host Stephen Johnson…

At the time of recording, they were both having a red month. Whomp whomp.

In today’s episode, Bryce and Stephen compare notes on navigating losses and overcoming red months. Their goal? In their words, to transition from losing traders to “two fat little hedgehogs sitting on piles of cash.”

What’s Going on With Bryce?

Until recently, Bryce hadn’t had a red month since 2019 or so. Red weeks, yes — but not an entire month. 

Facing a big red month in September of 2021 hurt — it was hard to keep things in perspective.

It also presented a challenge: how to fix it? Here’s how he got started…

What Needs Fixing? 

According to Bryce, if you’re a trader and either:

1. A) In a drawdown
2. B) Not profitable 

Then you probably need to adjust something in your trading to get on the right path. At times like these, traders must ask themselves the hard questions: How can I do better? How can I reverse the drawdown I’m going through? 

He had to face these questions himself. He and Stephen share tips for how to get real and face your own shortcomings…

Digging Deeper 

When Bryce was honest with himself, he realized that in attempting to transition from day trading to swing trading, he’d made some mistakes. 

He found it wasn’t possible to use day trading size on swing trades and expect to make money. So he quickly found himself in the red and struggling to recover. 

When he dug deeper into his personal stats, he also realized that the specific pattern that had been working for him wasn’t working anymore. What to do?

The Dangers of Relying on One Setup

Unfortunately, Bryce’s go-to setup wasn’t working as well as it used to.

He and Stephen discuss their go-to setups and how they’ve had to adapt to changing market conditions. 

Also, Bryce realized that relying on one setup can be dangerous when the market shifts.

Now, he’s familiarizing himself with short setups and expanding his repertoire so he has a few different strategies for different market moods. 

Trading When You’re in a Slump

Simple fact: the deeper the hole of your trading slump, the harder it is to dig yourself out.

Both Bryce and Stephen have found this to be true. But they’ve done it before! In the episode, they offer their personal tips for:

• Traveling while trading
• The FOMO trap and when to avoid trading
• How to get in the zone and avoid distractions
• The dangers of social media during a trading slump

Wanna saddle up for more Bryce action? Check out Episode 201: Trading the Ultimate Breakout With Bryce Tuohey!

Keep Truckin’

Remember: nothing lasts forever. Every trader has a red month every now and again. We hope these tips will help you the next time you find yourself in that situation!

How do you keep on keeping on when you’re having a red month?

We love to hear what you think, so drop a comment below or on YouTube!

Thanks for tuning in to the SteadyTrade podcast. Stay tuned for weekly episodes featuring the hottest topics for aspiring traders.

Love the episode? Please leave a review on iTunes.

Meet Our SteadyTrade Hosts

Get to know Tim Bohen, Stephen Johnson, and Kim Ann Curtin.

Follow our hosts and guest on social media…

Bryce Tuohey

Twitter: @traderbryce

Tim Bohen

Twitter: @tbohen

Instagram: @tbohen

Stephen Johnson

Twitter: @Jonk87

Instagram: @stephenjonk87

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Bitcoin is heating back up!   

With BITO, the new bitcoin ETF, finally live, other crypto ETFs will likely start cropping up. In short, the crypto sector’s hot and not going away anytime soon.

And it’s not the only sector showing promising signs. Tune in to see what  Jack, Mari, and Kyle are keeping an eye on. 

As for OTCs, the fall market is still pretty slow. But there have been a few former runners making moves…  

Find out how Kyle traded the Alpine 4 Holdings Inc (Nasdaq: ALPP) uplisting to Nasdaq. Jack is keeping a close eye on NaturalShrimp Inc. (OTCMKTS: SHMP), also with rumors to uplist. Learn about Mari’s cautious approach on Cloudflare Inc. (NYSE: NET).

How can you get in the mindset of these traders? Tune in for their chart breakdowns!

Last, don’t miss their tips on the importance of building real connections with other traders — in real life. 

There’s a bit of nostalgia in this episode as our hosts look back on when they all met in person and how far they’ve come together. And in a bit of a back-to-normal moment, these traders had a recent adventure to Traders4ACause. Check out the full episode to hear all about it!

Missed last week’s TWIST episode? Tune in here.

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Trading offers a lot of freedom. Is that a blessing or a curse? That depends on YOU. Here’s how traders can make the most of their flexibility. Tune in to learn to avoid the ‘I should be trading’ trap!

When you’re first starting as a trader, it might feel like you need to be chained to your computer at all times. There’s so much to learn, so much studying to do…

But once you figure out what works for you, it’s really just a lot of ‘rinse and repeat.’ 

In fact, as you advance in your trading career, you might even find that less is more. 

In today’s episode, Tim and Stephen discuss the importance of stepping away from your monitor every now and again — both for your own sanity and for the sake of your trading account. 

Hang 10! 

At the time of recording, Stephen was at surf camp in Portugal, taking a much-needed break. Next up? A retreat in Mexico, then back to the grind.

He’s taking a break from trading at the moment. Sure, he could jump in here and there to see how things are going. But mainly, he finds that sort of approach is just a recipe for FOMO. 

Though there was one play he couldn’t resist, Stephen’s generally been taking a break from trading altogether. 

His mentality? “When your head’s not in it, don’t be in it.” 

When You’re Grinding, Grind

In the episode, Tim and Stephen talk about an important topic: taking time off. 

Both agree that trading is an endeavor that requires full attention for the best results.

It’s really simple:

• When you’re grinding, grind.
• When you can’t dedicate yourself fully, take time off.

Traders won’t want to miss their discussion about traveling and trading…

Is it a good idea? Or is it a recipe for disaster? The answer’s different for every trader, but Tim and Stephen’s thoughts may surprise you…

Adapt or Walk Away

The market’s ever-changing. So it’s important for traders to be able to shift their expectations, mindset, and even trading strategies to work with the current market conditions. 

Tim and Stephen talk about the current market climate. Learn how events like the recent Chinese housing scandal can affect stocks, and how traders can quickly adapt. 

Learn why Stephen’s adopted an “adapt and change up your strategy or walk away” approach. And hear how last year’s influx of market newbies may have altered the landscape of trading and short selling forever.

Stephen also shares how and why he’s adapted his watchlist technique to keep former runners on watch longer.

Plus, don’t miss Tim and Stephen’s thoughts on a controversial trading conspiracy theory! 

Keep Chillin’

Do you enjoy the freedom that trading offers? 

We love to hear what you think, so drop a comment below or on YouTube!

Thanks for tuning in to the SteadyTrade podcast. Stay tuned for weekly episodes featuring the hottest topics for aspiring traders.

Love the episode? Please leave a review on iTunes.

Meet Our SteadyTrade Hosts

Get to know Tim Bohen, and Stephen Johnson.

Follow our hosts on social media…

Tim Bohen

Twitter: @tbohen

Instagram: @tbohen

Stephen Johnson

Twitter: @Jonk87

Instagram: @stephenjonk87

Disclaimer

*Please note that any reported trading results are not typical. Most traders lose money. It takes years of dedication, hard work, and discipline to learn how to trade, and individual results will vary. Trading is inherently risky. Before making any trades, remember to do your due diligence and never risk more than you can afford to lose.

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CEI’s run offered plenty of opportunity for traders, but did it meet expectations?

Tune in for a full breakdown of this stock pump with hosts Mari, Jack, and Kyle. 

Quick peek: With CEI, the action seemed to be a battle between traders and investors. Many traders believed in the company and held instead of trading the price action. 

And a lot of traders got crushed. This stock is a solid reminder of how you must always approach sketchy stocks. Our hosts have plenty to say about it. Don’t miss it!

Now that CEI’s spike is over and market momentum has hit a lull, what are our TWIST hosts up to? Looking for other plays, of course! 

Tune in for Jack and Mari’s trade details on Bri-Chem Corp (OTCPK: BRYFF). And find out how this sub-penny stock oddly relates to CEI. 

Kyle honed in on Infrax Systems Inc. (OTCPK: IFXY). See how his trade went on this beautiful breakout that closed at highs. And learn why Jack thinks Columbus Day played a role. 

Watch the full episode for essential tips on forcing a hot market and what not to do. Patience is key! Find out what top traders do while waiting for the market to bounce back.

Leave a comment and let Mari, Jack, and Kyle know how you’re prepping for the next hot market! Catch up on last week’s episode here. 

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Hey, did you feel that? 

No, it wasn’t an earthquake. It was the market shifting.

If you’ve been frustrated by the unpredictable mood of the market as of late, you’re not alone. Plenty of traders are feeling thrown off and uncertain of how to proceed in the face of recent market changes. 

Don’t have an emotional blow-up! In today’s episode, Stephen and Tim share valuable tips for dealing with market shifts, including some unexpected coping techniques. Are you ready? Here’s a sneak peek…

Seasonal Shifts 

A famous adage urges traders to “sell in May and go away.” Traditionally, the market’s a LOT slower in the summer than any other time of year. 

Tim agrees that the summer is slower in the stock market. However, he argues that things don’t slow down enough to totally walk away. Listen in to hear how he finds and follows opportunities during the summer months and into the early fall…  

Cooler Weather, Hotter Trading 

Both Stephen and Tim agree: the market tends to heat up as the weather cools down. 

Kids are back in school, days are getting shorter. People aren’t outside as much. They need something to do, so trading picks up.

Learn how and why hot sectors heat up in the fall and winter months…

Dealing With Market Shifts 

Stephen confesses he’s been having a rough time lately. Shorting has been tough. The market has been tough. 

He’s circled back to the benefits of having trading as a side hustle and having another source of income to ease the pressure and stress…

But he’s also come to realize that it’s important to have other passions in life. 

Learn how he’s combatting trading blues by planning an epic travel adventure. Spoiler: he might visit the hosts of the popular TWIST podcast soon…

Dealing With Losses

Stephen and Tim talk about the L-word — you know, losses. 

They both agree that trading is less about what you make — it’s more about what you keep. Traders won’t want to miss this honest discussion about dealing with losses during a market shift — and how to avoid letting them snowball. 

Are Penny Stocks Changing Forever? 

Sectors and hot stocks aren’t the only things that shift. Public opinion changes, too.

Stephen recalls how when he first started trading, people thought his mentor Tim Sykes — and penny stocks in general — were a total scam. 

Things have really changed, thanks to the 2020 trading boom and more general awareness. Stephen and Tim talk about how things have changed and what it means moving forward…

Ch-Ch-Changes…

Are you feeling more comfortable about dealing with market shifts?

We love to hear what you think, so drop a comment below or on YouTube!

Thanks for tuning in to the SteadyTrade podcast. Stay tuned for weekly episodes featuring the hottest topics for aspiring traders.

Love the episode? Please leave a review on iTunes.

Meet Our SteadyTrade Hosts

Get to know Tim Bohen, Stephen Johnson, and Kim Ann Curtin.

Follow our hosts on social media…

Tim Bohen

Twitter: @tbohen

Instagram: @tbohen

Stephen Johnson

Twitter: @Jonk87

Instagram: @stephenjonk87

Kim Ann Curtin

Twitter: @kimanncurtin

Instagram: @kimanncurtin

Disclaimer

*Please note that any reported trading results are not typical. Most traders lose money. It takes years of dedication, hard work, and discipline to learn how to trade, and individual results will vary. Trading is inherently risky. Before making any trades, remember to do your due diligence and never risk more than you can afford to lose.

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In today’s episode, SteadyTrade co-hosts Kim Ann Curtin and Stephen Johnson have an extra-special guest: an up-and-coming trader who goes by Clutch.

Clutch has done what many traders dream of but few have achieved. He started with a small account and traded his way over the PDT.*

In case you’re not familiar with the term, “PDT” refers to the pattern day trader rule. It’s a rule that limits traders with accounts of $25,000 or less to just three day trades within a rolling five-day period. 

The rule is in place to help protect newbie traders from themselves. However, many traders find the PDT rule limiting and can’t wait to outgrow its restrictions. 

How’d Clutch do it?*

A Man With a Trading Game Plan 

When Clutch started trading, he didn’t want to dabble. He wanted to be great.

But he recognized that greatness takes time. It takes four years to get a college degree — he figured he needed to dedicate at least the same amount of time to his trading education. 

In the podcast, he shares his four-year trading game plan and journey:

• How he worked past the sheep-like mentality that so many new traders have.
• Why small-account trading is humbling when you’re only making about $15 per trade. 
• The mindset shift that helped him get out of the money mindset and into finding value in every trade.

The Competitive Mindset + Finding an Edge 

Fun fact: Clutch is a former football coach. He’s also a poker enthusiast. He loves competition. 

Early on, it occurred to him that techniques that he used to gain an edge in these competitive pursuits could serve him well in trading. Here’s what he did:

• Clutch recorded data from his stock charts just like he used to with data about games and players as a football coach. 
• He used indicators on his stock charts to help understand what made stocks move.
• And he used his data to refine his entries and exits. Of course, he admits that this only came with “hours and hours” of screen time. 

Now, five years into his trading career, he says, “I’m in a position where I feel confident in my trades. If I lose I’m not upset. If I win, great.”

Valuable Trading Game Plan Lessons

Clutch also offers plenty of pearls of wisdom for new traders — you know, stuff he wishes he’d known when he was starting out. Such as…

• The only way you can make money on a trade is if you trust yourself to get out of the trade. 
• Learn what NOT to do. Make use of your mistakes as learning experiences.
• Just as you learn from different professors in college, you need to learn from different mentors and put together your own strategy. Tim Grittani and Roland Wolf are some of the traders he studied… 

Ready to take your trading to the next level? Traders who want to catapult over the PDT won’t want to miss this informative episode. 


Follow Clutch on Twitter: @Clutchcaller 

That’s So Clutch! 

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Disclaimer

*Please note that any reported trading results are not typical. Most traders lose money. It takes years of dedication, hard work, and discipline to learn how to trade, and individual results will vary. Trading is inherently risky. Before making any trades, remember to do your due diligence and never risk more than you can afford to lose.

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TWIST is officially back (again) with an awesome new host. Welcome to the TWIST crew, Mariana! It’s been a while since the last TWIST episode and do we have some catching up to do…

First, let’s address a change in line-up … Mariana is taking Matt Monaco’s place as a TWIST host. Apparently, Matt doesn’t want to hang with the cool kids anymore (kidding!). Please welcome Mariana to the TWIST team!

Mariana, Jack, and Kyle also run the StocksToTrade Breakouts and Breakdowns chat room.  These episodes are your chance to better know this team.

Now onto trading business … How did Kyle, Jack, and Mariana weather the slow summer-market storm? 

Tune in to find out!

​​And see how these traders consistently work to prepare for the next hot market. Pay attention … This is something all traders should do.

Now that summer’s over, the crew hopes to see a shift in momentum. Will traders see more volume, bigger runners, and hopefully more fun soon? Check out the episode to hear what these three have to say.

Plus, catch their trade breakdowns on ILUS, CYBL, and CEI. And you’ll also find an essential lesson on when it’s to move on from a ticker. Tune in!

Follow your TWIST hosts:

• Kyle Williams: @TraderKyleC
• Jack Kellogg: @Jackaroo_Trades
• Mariana Hincapie: @Mari_Trades

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How can you build and maintain a technical and emotional trading edge? 

In this episode, co-hosts Kim Ann Curtin and Stephen Johnson close out a four-part series on the emotionally intelligent side of trading. Don’t miss the other episodes: 

• Episode 214: What Really Works? Directionless Trading vs. Developing a Strategy
• Episode 215: Addicted to Trading: Identify Your Demons Before You Hit Rock-Bottom
• Ep 217: Serious As a Heart Attack: How to Focus for Next-Level Trading

In today’s installment, Kim and Stephen explore an important topic: finding an edge in trading. 

Every trader wants an edge. But what they don’t understand is that it’s not just about finding your edge — it’s also about honing and maintaining it over time. After all, even the highest-quality knives need to be sharpened after a while.

So You Wanna Build a Trading Edge… 

The market’s competitive. As a newbie, how can you possibly be a serious player?

You’ve gotta develop an edge.

According to Stephen, traders need to find specific niche strategies and refine them until they’re pros.

Don’t try to be a jack of all trades. Instead, Stephen suggests finding a pattern that fits your risk tolerance and getting up close and personal with it. Track your data. Save the charts. Find your edge through analysis. 

Want inspiration? Check out this episode with millionaire trader Mariana. In it, she talks about finding her trading edge while staying true to herself.

How Long Does it Take? 

Don’t worry — finding your edge doesn’t need to take years and years.

Stephen says that once traders get to a certain level of understanding the variables and the stock market, it’s quite simple. 

He talks listeners through his process of creating sample studies of tickers and analyzing the results. Don’t miss his step-by-step process! 

Sharpen That Edge!

According to Stephen, one of the hardest parts about having an edge in trading is maintaining it.

He shares how he used a single system to grow his account exponentially … then tried to change it and experienced losses. 

A trading edge requires ongoing focus and attention. For Stephen, times like these act as a warning that he’s got to get back to basics and remember his strategy…

The Emotional Edge

Maintaining your edge also requires a healthy dose of self-awareness.

How do you perform best and put yourself at the top of your game?

To close out the episode, Kim and Stephen discuss how to get yourself “in flow” with the market by following the market’s energy and adjusting your lifestyle and trading plans accordingly.  

Ultimately, traders need to begin to build an edge through dedication, time, and technical prowess. But the emotional side is extremely important for maintaining it all…

Were You On the Edge of Your Seat? 

Did you enjoy these tips and thoughts about finding and keeping your trading edge? 

We love to hear what you think, so drop a comment below or on YouTube!

Thanks for tuning in to the SteadyTrade podcast. Stay tuned for weekly episodes featuring the hottest topics for aspiring traders.

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Tim Bohen

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Stephen Johnson

Twitter: @Jonk87

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Kim Ann Curtin

Twitter: @kimanncurtin

Instagram: @kimanncurtin

Disclaimer

*Please note that any reported trading results are not typical. Most traders lose money. It takes years of dedication, hard work, and discipline to learn how to trade, and individual results will vary. Trading is inherently risky. Before making any trades, remember to do your due diligence and never risk more than you can afford to lose.

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Four times the pleasure — today’s episode is a series of mini-episodes focused on hot trading themes! 

The challenge? Keep each topic to five minutes. What do you think … Can co-host Tim Bohen stick to just five minutes per subject without running over? 

Stephen Johnson has his doubts, and Kim Ann Curtin isn’t around this week to keep things on topic.

Don’t make a drinking game of it … The SteadyTrade Podcast is NOT responsible if you need your stomach pumped! 

Don’t miss these four hot trading themes.

Topic 1: The Return of Meme Stocks

What a way to kick off hot trading themes … Remember AMC Entertainment Holdings Inc. (NYSE: AMC)? It’s had multiple crazy runs.

Near the recording date of this episode, AMC had just jumped from $37 to $48. But is the comeback for real? 

Tim and Stephen discuss AMC’s crazy trajectory. 

No, the long-term prospects aren’t great for this company, but that doesn’t mean there won’t be future moves. Remember: if it’s a true resurgence you don’t have to be there on day one. You can trade on day two, three, four…

Topic 2: NFT Comeback

Speaking of comebacks, what’s the deal with non-fungible tokens (NFTs)? 

According to Tim, the sector kind of warmed up — but then meme stocks pushed it aside. It was over before it began. But he still thinks there could be a real NFT run in the near future.

Case in point? Former runner Takung Art Co Ltd. (NYSEAMERICAN: TKAT) had a nice red-to-green move on August 25, 2021. 

Tim and Stephen might not understand what NFTs are. But they understand that, like Beanie Babies, they have serious potential for mania. Don’t miss their thoughts on this still-promising sector.

Topic 3: Part-Time Trading 

Up next on today’s hot trading themes, Tim and Stephen discuss approaches that let you trade smarter without necessarily working harder. 

One thing they both agree on? Traders must establish a checklist for determining the quality of potential trades.

Will a checklist turn you from a money-losing trader to Paul Tudor Jones? Nope. But it will force you to be a better and more responsible trader. If you can build those reps and form good habits and minimize mistakes, there is less potential for disaster…

Topic 4: Lifestyle 

If you follow Tim on social media, you’ve probably seen him post about something called 75 Hard. 

No, he’s not becoming an exotic dancer. It’s a 75-day program of mental and physical training. It includes two 45-minute workouts per day, a certain amount of reading per day, adherence to a diet, and avoiding alcohol. 

How’s it going? How’s it affecting his training? And most importantly, how epic will his cheat day be at the end of it? 

Thoughts or Comments on These Hot Trading Themes? 

What did you think of the hot trading themes in this mini-episode format? 

We love to hear what you think, so drop a comment below or on YouTube!

Thanks for tuning in to the SteadyTrade podcast. Stay tuned for weekly episodes featuring the hottest topics for aspiring traders.

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Meet Our SteadyTrade Hosts

Get to know Tim Bohen, Stephen Johnson, and Kim Ann Curtin.

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Tim Bohen

Twitter: @tbohen

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Stephen Johnson

Twitter: @Jonk87

Instagram: @stephenjonk87

Kim Ann Curtin

Twitter: @kimanncurtin

Instagram: @kimanncurtin

Disclaimer

*Please note that any reported trading results are not typical. Most traders lose money. It takes years of dedication, hard work, and discipline to learn how to trade, and individual results will vary. Trading is inherently risky. Before making any trades, remember to do your due diligence and never risk more than you can afford to lose.

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There comes a time when every trader must put down their YOLO hat and ask if they’re ready for next-level trading…

This week SteadyTrade hosts Kim Ann Curtin and Stephen Johnson return with part 3 of their four-part series on common trading mistakes. 

It’s great to have enthusiasm. If you’re not passionate about what you do, you won’t last long, especially in trading…

But there’s a difference between passion and recklessness. 

Kim and Stephen journey through the challenges traders face when they realize trading’s not as easy as they thought.

Tune in now to find out how to overcome harsh trading truths and breakthrough to next-level trading. 

Next-Level Trading Takes Hard Work

There’s no secret to success. It requires commitment, determination, and having the right people in your corner. 

Stephen relishes being a full-time trader. It’s not about the profits for him. He loves to study the markets and play the game. He looks forward to getting up every day to do it all over again. 

That’s next-level trading. 

Kim applauds Stephen’s commitment. She wants to know the questions traders should ask themselves before they decide to commit…

How can traders know if they have what it takes to make it past the cakewalk of a hot market? Listen in as Stephen shares a powerful tip to find out if you’re cut out for next-level trading.   

Why You Need Realistic Expectations

Kim wants all traders to start with realistic expectations. She sees the opposite happen all the time. 

Newbie traders come in with ideas of making fast money. They think they can study for a short time and master the markets. 

When things don’t go their way, their inner gremlins convince them they’re not good enough. Then they quit. 

Stephen thinks WallStreetBets and the GameStop Corp. (NYSE: GME) breakout gave traders the wrong idea. Check out the full episode for Stephen’s solution for setting realistic goals.

Next-Level Trading = Commitment 

Kim thinks that new traders have less caution and respect for the markets.  

And Stephen believes that how you behave in the markets is a reflection of how you treat yourself. So you can make a lot of plans … but it’s up to you to keep your word when the heat is on. 

Next-level trading requires self-trust and self-respect. You have to stay focused on solutions, even when you feel down. 

After all, if you can’t count on yourself to follow through, who can you count on?

Stephen says many traders think success comes from intelligence, but next-level trading is all about resilience. 

In this episode, Stephen shares how he changes his game when he gets comfortable and sloppy. Tune in!

What Do You Think?

How do you stay focused? And what’s your trading approach — more fun or super serious?

We love to hear what you think, so drop a comment. 

Remember: if we select your question or comment as an on-air topic, you could win a SteadyTrade mystery gift box. Leave a comment below or on YouTube!

Thanks for tuning in to the SteadyTrade podcast. Stay tuned for weekly episodes featuring the hottest topics for aspiring traders.

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Meet Our SteadyTrade Hosts

Get to know Tim Bohen, Stephen Johnson, and Kim Ann Curtin.

Follow our hosts on social media…

Tim Bohen

Twitter: @tbohen

Instagram: @tbohen

Stephen Johnson

Twitter: @Jonk87

Instagram: @stephenjonk87

Kim Ann Curtin

Twitter: @kimanncurtin

Instagram: @kimanncurtin

Disclaimer

*Please note that any reported trading results are not typical. Most traders lose money. It takes years of dedication, hard work, and discipline to learn how to trade, and individual results will vary. Trading is inherently risky. Before making any trades, remember to do your due diligence and never risk more than you can afford to lose.

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Most newbie traders enter the game hoping to make a quick buck, but do they have what it takes to build trading longevity?

This week, hosts Tim Bohen and Stephen Johnson tackle a topic that’s hard for most people to accept — how much hard work it takes to succeed. 

Some trading ‘gurus’ want to make trading look easy. So when you’re new and don’t know better, you might mistake quick gains for real skills. If you keep trading, you’ll learn the truth… 

Successful long-term trading takes dedication. You have to show up every day. No exceptions.

Tune in to this week’s episode to find out how to bring your A-game to trading every single day!

How Much Grind Does It Take to Succeed? 

Everyone wants trading longevity. They want consistent rewards from the market. But they don’t want to put in the blood, sweat, and tears to make their dreams a reality. 

Wouldn’t it be nice if tendies could just fall from the sky?

That’s just not going to happen. The good news is that things can get better over time — but you must be willing to put in the work.  

Tune in to the episode to find out how many hours Stephen put into his trading plans when he started out. And check out how much time it takes him now that he’s established trading longevity. 

Why Build Trading Longevity?

Trading longevity doesn’t come naturally to a lot of people. That’s why most traders fail. But it IS possible for more traders to succeed with the right mindset. 

Motivation varies depending on where you are in life. Bohen already had a family when he started trading. He wanted to succeed for them as much as for himself. He also had a natural passion for the market.

For Stephen, it was all about freedom. He wanted to make his own schedule, make office life optional, and answer to himself. 

Once you decide to build trading longevity, it’s important to know what to expect. Tim and Stephen go over the number-one mistake new traders make and how to stop making it!

Do You Have a Trading Community?

In trading and in life, nobody wants to go it alone. Sure, we all like our space and the freedom to build our own schedule … But we still need a community of peers. 

Stephen says staying in touch with a trading community is one key to trading longevity. He checks in with other traders to see how they feel about current market conditions. 

Getting validation from peers can help any trader feel more confident. 

Check out the episode to learn more about community, market changes, the best times for longs and shorts, and a top tip for trading longevity.

What Do You Think?

Do you plan to trade for the long haul? How much grind time do you put into each trading day?

We love to hear what you think, so drop a comment. 

Remember: if we select your question or comment as an on-air topic, you could win a SteadyTrade mystery gift box. Leave a comment below or on YouTube!

Thanks for tuning in to the SteadyTrade podcast. Stay tuned for weekly episodes featuring the hottest topics for aspiring traders.

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Meet Our SteadyTrade Hosts

Get to know Tim Bohen, Stephen Johnson, and Kim Ann Curtin.

Follow our hosts on social media…

Tim Bohen

Twitter: @tbohen

Instagram: @tbohen

Stephen Johnson

Twitter: @Jonk87

Instagram: @stephenjonk87

Kim Ann Curtin

Twitter: @kimanncurtin

Instagram: @kimanncurtin

Disclaimer

*Please note that any reported trading results are not typical. Most traders lose money. It takes years of dedication, hard work, and discipline to learn how to trade, and individual results will vary. Trading is inherently risky. Before making any trades, remember to do your due diligence and never risk more than you can afford to lose.

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There’s something many newbie and veteran traders have in common — they’re addicted to trading. It’s all too easy to fall into the trap.

Hosts Kim Ann Curtin and Stephen Johnson continue with part two of their four-part series on common trading errors. 

This episode gets into what happens when we lose discipline and fall into overtrading. Look, trading’s fun … It’s easy to get addicted to trading. But sometimes we regret it afterward.

We can start the day with the best intentions, all the confidence in the world, and the experience to know better … But if we’re not careful, we can still wind up chasing a trade. 

Tune in to this week’s episode to find out why it happens and how to take back control of your trades. 

Why Do We Get Addicted to Trading? 

Kim’s on a mission to help traders understand their real needs. She believes there’s something deeper we’re looking for when we get addicted to trading. 

Stephen sees things a bit differently. He says traders get complacent — they get numb to money. They don’t really feel the loss of $300 on a bad trade. But if it came from a job, they’d see that it could go a long way. 

Kim and Stephen agree that trading gives a dopamine rush. And Stephen compares the habit to eating junk food when you’re on a diet. Sometimes it feels good, and sometimes it doesn’t. 

Tune in to find out the number-one question Kim wants traders to ask themselves after bad trades.

Is Trading the Ultimate Thrill?

Stephen says nothing compares to the feeling of nailing a trade. There’s no substitute way to get that need met. 

Kim accepts that Stephen’s addicted to trading on another level. But she prompts him to think about successful trades differently. 

Stephen says the unpredictability of the market lures you into making poor trades. Discipline isn’t always rewarded. Sometimes it’s up to chance and you want to try your luck. 

Stephen’s a tough nut to crack but Kim doesn’t back down. She tells a powerful story of a couple of adventure-seeking clients she helped to recognize when they were overtrading.

What’s Really Going On?

Kim reminds us that quality work takes focus. To accomplish that, she shares advice from a treasured book: “Do Nothing: How to Break Away from Overworking, Overdoing, and Underliving” by Celeste Headlee. 

Stephen understands the need for a dopamine detox. He literally dives into cold water to get back in the present moment. He says you forget you’re addicted to trading when your mind’s focused on how cold you are. 

Kim offers up a few of her favorite activities to renew, refresh, and reboot her mind. And they’re much more relaxing than an ice bath.

Plus, Kim and Stephen close out the show with an effective way to learn from your mistakes without triggering your defensive side. You’ll want to learn this Jedi mind trick! 

What Do You Think?

Are you addicted to trading? When do you make your best and worst trades? Does your intuition match your trading plan?

We love to hear what you think, so drop a comment. 

Remember: if we select your question or comment as an on-air topic, you could win a SteadyTrade mystery gift box. Leave a comment below or on YouTube!

Thanks for tuning in to the SteadyTrade podcast. Stay tuned for weekly episodes featuring the hottest topics for aspiring traders.

Into this episode? Please leave a review on iTunes.

Meet Our SteadyTrade Hosts

Get to know Tim Bohen, Stephen Johnson, and Kim Ann Curtin.

Follow our hosts on social media…

Tim Bohen

Twitter: @tbohen

Instagram: @tbohen

Stephen Johnson

Twitter: @Jonk87

Instagram: @stephenjonk87

Kim Ann Curtin

Twitter: @kimanncurtin

Instagram: @kimanncurtin

Disclaimer

*Please note that any reported trading results are not typical. Most traders lose money. It takes years of dedication, hard work, and discipline to learn how to trade, and individual results will vary. Trading is inherently risky. Before making any trades, remember to do your due diligence and never risk more than you can afford to lose.

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Can you succeed as a trader without developing a strategy? 

Hosts Kim Ann Curtin and Stephen Johnson start a four-part series to address common trading errors. 

In this episode, it’s all about approach. Some newbie traders start out trigger-happy. They hope their instincts will be enough to succeed in trading right from the start. Stephen admits he was like that.

Others are gun-shy … They study a lot and still don’t feel like they have enough knowledge. But if they don’t make trades, they can’t build good instincts for the market. Kim feels this way about her own trading habits.

No matter where you fall on this spectrum, tune in to the episode to learn how to break the habit of directionless trading. Start developing a strategy that works for you. 

Stop Directionless Trading 

Kim’s on a mission to stop traders from trading blindly. She sees the emotional and psychological toll that takes. That’s why she created her Trading EQ course. 

If traders keep trading and losing without developing a strategy, they can feel defeated. And it often takes a lot of work to climb out of the hole.  

Stephen agrees that developing a trading strategy is key to successful trading. But he disagrees with Kim about avoiding losses. He takes a different approach to the emotional ups and downs of trading…

Check out the episode to find out how Stephen flipped the script on big losses to become a better trader. 

Is Developing a Strategy Enough?

Most traders won’t succeed without developing a strategy … But is a solid strategy all it takes to succeed? What about trading emotions? 

Trading is tough. Both Kim and Stephen can attest to that. Stephen accepts that feeling low about a loss will happen at some point.   

So is there a way to protect your profits when emotions get the best of you? 

You bet! Stephen asks a powerful question before taking every trade. Find out what it is and why he says 50% of traders wouldn’t be able to answer it. Plus, he shares his top five reasons for entering a trade. 

Remember to Ask for Help

It’s easy to get carried away when you’re trading by yourself. And it’s hard to see your own mistakes. 

Stephen says it’s super important to find a mentor early on. If you don’t know why your trade failed, ask a veteran trader. That can be key to developing a strategy that works.  

Kim and Stephen get into some strategies that help top traders deal with losses and stay profitable. 

Stephen sees trading as a sport … He closes the episode with the most important lesson he learned from Michael Jordan that put him on the path to winning trades.

Dig into the episode to hear Stephen’s tip that can help traders at every level. 

What Do You Think?

Are you a trigger-happy or gun-shy trader? Where are you in developing a strategy? Have something you’d like to ask a trading mentor?

We love to hear what you think, so drop a comment. 

Remember: if we select your question or comment as an on-air topic, you could win a SteadyTrade mystery gift box. Leave a comment below or on YouTube!

Thanks for tuning in to the SteadyTrade podcast. Stay tuned for weekly episodes featuring the hottest topics for aspiring traders.

Into this episode? Please leave a review on iTunes.

Meet Our SteadyTrade Hosts

Get to know Tim Bohen, Stephen Johnson, and Kim Ann Curtin.

Follow our hosts on social media…

Tim Bohen

Twitter: @tbohen

Instagram: @tbohen

Stephen Johnson

Twitter: @Jonk87

Instagram: @stephenjonk87

Kim Ann Curtin

Twitter: @kimanncurtin

Instagram: @kimanncurtin

Learn from Kim!

Disclaimer

*Please note that any reported trading results are not typical. Most traders lose money. It takes years of dedication, hard work, and discipline to learn how to trade, and individual results will vary. Trading is inherently risky. Before making any trades, remember to do your due diligence and never risk more than you can afford to lose.

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Some traders don’t realize how important paper trading is until it’s too late.

Hosts Kim Ann Curtin, Stephen Johnson, and Tim Bohen want to make sure you’re not one of them. 

They know your hard-earned money is precious. You trade to make more tendies, not to lose the ones you already have. And you hustle to squeeze trading time into your busy schedule and study up on top strategies. 

But even after you put in the screen time, study time, and cold hard cash … success isn’t guaranteed. This week’s episode focuses on a crucial step that a lot of traders skip: paper trading. 

Find out how this underappreciated art form can fast-track your learning and save your account at the same time. 

Test New Strategies With Paper Trading

Everyone wants to find a shortcut on the road to success. Bohen says he’s waiting for the day that Elon Musk can plant a Neuralink chip in his brain that tells him what WallStreetBets is up to next.  

But until technology can make us all telepathic traders, it’s best to start with small, achievable goals. That’s where paper trading comes in. 

Kim’s blown away by all the meme stock moves lately. She thinks it’s wild and wonders how traders can get an edge. 

Bohen lays out the mindset it takes to make it as a trader in today’s market — he shares what you need to know before you start paper trading!

Is There an Art to Paper Trading?

Stephen struggled to keep his account profitable for a while. He says he knocked thousands of dollars off in terrible trades. He thought paper trading was for chumps. Until something changed his mind for good…

Kim’s impressed with Stephen’s ability to pivot. She says people with strong opinions have a hard time being more flexible. And she shares exactly why flexibility is a key driver of success — in trading and in life.   

Bohen wants to hear more about Stephen’s new paper trading system. There’s one major tweak Stephen made that took his trades to the next level. And it’s something Kim and Tim had never heard of before!

Stephen’s excited to share his ingenuity. His tips and tricks were game-changers when he crossed over to long trades. Find out exactly how he used paper trading to succeed with long strategies after years of short-biased trading.  

Paper Trading Gives You Perspective

Bohen’s been around a long time. He’s seen many newbie traders follow the wrong teachers on social media. They use real money instead of paper trading, and they blow up their accounts. Then they quit for good.

Bohen hates seeing that happen … He wants traders to stay in the game and love it as much as he does. He goes into one key strategy that can help newbie traders protect their accounts. 

Plus, he shares how long you should test a new strategy for … and the next step to take after you succeed with paper trading. 

Kim and Bohen close out the program with their best advice for transforming your relationship with money. You won’t want to miss their words of wisdom.

What Do You Think?

Have you tried paper trading? Did it help you improve your process? What did you learn about trading?

We love to hear what you think, so drop a comment. 

Remember: if we select your question or comment as an on-air topic, you could win a SteadyTrade mystery gift box. Leave a comment below or on YouTube!

Thanks for tuning in to the SteadyTrade podcast. Stay tuned for weekly episodes featuring the hottest topics for aspiring traders.

Into this episode? Please leave a review on iTunes.

Meet Our SteadyTrade Hosts

Get to know Tim Bohen, Stephen Johnson, and Kim Ann Curtin.

Follow our hosts on social media…

Tim Bohen

Twitter: @tbohen

Instagram: @tbohen

Stephen Johnson

Twitter: @Jonk87

Instagram: @stephenjonk87

Kim Ann Curtin

Twitter: @kimanncurtin

Instagram: @kimanncurtin

Disclaimer

*Please note that any reported trading results are not typical. Most traders lose money. It takes years of dedication, hard work, and discipline to learn how to trade, and individual results will vary. Trading is inherently risky. Before making any trades, remember to do your due diligence and never risk more than you can afford to lose.

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Do you have a strategic side hustle?

Hosts Kim Ann Curtin, Stephen Johnson, and Tim Bohen tackle the importance of a great side hustle — or two. And how it can make you a better trader. 

Many traders start with the desire to trade full-time and quit their day jobs. But they don’t think about keeping a side hustle.  

Stephen and Tim both swear by the side hustle lifestyle. They say it makes them more confident traders. When you don’t need a trade to succeed to feed yourself and put a roof over your head, you can trade with a clearer mind. 

Kim’s all for the side hustle mentality. She gets into the psychology of having multiple sources of income. And why diversifying your work helps you make smarter choices. Hear the gang’s tips and strategies in this week’s episode…

Modern Life Is Ideal for Side Hustles

Bohen’s amazed by the opportunities available to traders these days. If you want to trade as a side hustle, there are many tools out there … Mobile apps, free brokerage accounts, unlimited access to information, and even crypto. 

Stephen agrees. He says all these tools make it possible for traders to become digital nomads — and reduce their overhead in the process. He, himself, has been eyeing coworking spaces and rentals abroad in Bali, Indonesia… 

Kim can’t believe the cost of living in that region. She spent a big chunk of her career in New York City, and the price to rent anything there comes at a premium.  

Find out how many side hustles Stephen has and how they’ve shaped him into a consistently profitable trader.*

Side Hustles Take Time to Succeed

Stephen says you likely won’t be profitable right away. Like any venture, side hustles require hard work. He shares how many years it took him to find success in trading…

Kim agrees. She reminds people not to compare themselves to others. Everyone’s journey is unique, and so is their timeline. She shares a story about what helped one TikToker finally succeed after many years of trying. 

Bohen recognizes that some people aren’t financially ready to trade right away. He wasn’t fully ready when he started either. And he shares a strategy for using payment plans to build your trading account over time. 

Plus, Kim shares the story of a risk she took pitching herself to someone famous when she started her business. 

Side Hustles Make You Well-Rounded 

Kim’s all for having multiple side hustles. She thinks working in other industries keeps you informed and makes you a better trader. She recommends people read “Linchpin: Are You Indispensable?” by Seth Godin to learn how valuable that is. 

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Bohen agrees. He’s impressed with Sean Flores’ artwork side hustle. And that he still shows up every morning on Bohen’s Pre-Market Prep.

Stephen mentions that even big-time traders like Bryce Tuohey and Matt Monaco keep side hustles going because they never know if they’ll have a dry streak or the market will slow. 

Plus, find out the formula he uses to invest as much time in himself as he does in his employer’s future… 

What Do You Think?

Do you have a side hustle — or a few? How does having another source of income affect your trading? Do you want to be a full-time trader?

We love to hear what you think, so drop a comment. 

Remember: if we select your question or comment as an on-air topic, you could win a SteadyTrade mystery gift box. Leave a comment below or on YouTube!

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Resources

Stout, Lynn A., The Shareholder Value Myth: How Putting Shareholders First Harms Investors, Corporations, and the Public, Berrett-Koehler Publishers, First Edition, 2012.

Meet Our SteadyTrade Hosts

Get to know Tim Bohen, Stephen Johnson, and Kim Ann Curtin.

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Tim Bohen

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Stephen Johnson

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Kim Ann Curtin

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Disclaimer

*Please note that any reported trading results are not typical. Most traders lose money. It takes years of dedication, hard work, and discipline to learn how to trade, and individual results will vary. Trading is inherently risky. Before making any trades, remember to do your due diligence and never risk more than you can afford to lose.

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Every trader has at least one… 

Most successful traders have many over the course of their careers. 

So what’s an ‘aha’ moment? 

For some, it could be as simple as learning a new trading strategy. And for others, it may be as painful as blowing up their first trading account. 

That’s the beauty of it … It’s completely unique to each trader and totally dependent on where they are in their trading journey. 

That’s why two of your TWIST hosts,  Matt Monaco and Kyle Williams, sat down with new trader Jantzen. This trader is still in his first year of Timothy Sykes’ Trading Challenge. 

Together, these three traders break down their recent trades. And Jantzen flips the script on the veteran TWIST traders to ask them crucial questions about their early years. 

Make sure you watch today’s entire episode! It’s packed with trading gems and tips.

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What does it take to be a great trader?

That’s at the core of this week’s episode of the SteadyTrade with Kim Ann Curtin, Stephen Johnson, and Tim Bohen.

Stephen and Tim take a different approach to greatness. And Kim lends her perspective as a Wall Street Coach extraordinaire. 

Are great traders born … or can anyone become one? Bohen shares his theory on what makes humans want to be great. 

Stephen thinks we all should do one hard thing every day. And he shares the story of a climber who curbed his anxiety for good. Tune in for a great discussion. Here are the highlights…

Great Traders Stay Hungry

Kim says there’s something about being fresh, hungry, innocent, and naive. It makes you want to try harder to become a better trader. 

Stephen misses those days. He says he’s not as hungry as he once was. He’s content with what he has. And that’s a good thing. But can a great trader be even greater if they keep striving? 

Bohen thinks so. He says he’s powered by hate for mediocrity. He never wants to be a couch potato watching reruns on TV.

Find out Stephen’s theory on how much of a person’s personality is changeable. And hear Tim’s theory on maximizing human potential. That’s good stuff every great trader should learn!

Great Traders Take Gains 

Stephen warns traders who chase parabolic breakouts into halts: Don’t go for the home run. He thinks today’s runners can get in the way of creating great traders. 

Bohen doesn’t mind the excitement of multiple halts. He offers key tips for entering and exiting trades that take off. 

Plus, Stephen shares his strategies for deciding whether to long or short in the morning.  

Then Kim asks Tim to speculate on the next three market cycles. Every trader will want to hear his answers!

Are Great Traders Born or Made? 

Kim says everyone needs support to become great … But Bohen challenges her to explain how Navy SEAL and author David Goggins overcame his abusive childhood to achieve greatness.

Stephen thinks David Goggins was motivated by pain, and that his genes from his alpha dad made him push himself harder. 

Can you become a great trader without support? Is motivation all you need?

Bohen thinks Goggins is a stellar example of someone who can find opportunity anywhere. Find out how he inspires Bohen to be a great trader… 

What Do You Think?

What’s your stance on great traders? Are they born or self-made? How do you stay hungry to win?

We’d love to hear what you think, so drop a comment. 

Remember: if we select your question or comment as an on-air topic, you could win a SteadyTrade mystery gift box. Leave a comment below or on YouTube!

Thanks for tuning in to the SteadyTrade podcast. Stay tuned for weekly episodes featuring the hottest topics for aspiring traders.

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Meet Our SteadyTrade Hosts

Get to know Tim Bohen, Stephen Johnson, and Kim Ann Curtin.

Follow our hosts on social media…

Tim Bohen

Twitter: @tbohen

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Stephen Johnson

Twitter: @Jonk87

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Kim Ann Curtin

Twitter: @kimanncurtin

Instagram: @kimanncurtin

Disclaimer

*Please note that any reported trading results are not typical. Most traders lose money. It takes years of dedication, hard work, and discipline to learn how to trade, and individual results will vary. Trading is inherently risky. Before making any trades, remember to do your due diligence and never risk more than you can afford to lose.

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Do you like risky trades?

Traders usually have an appetite for risk. But do you bite off more than you can chew? 

This week’s episode of SteadyTrade with Kim Ann Curtin, Stephen Johnson, and Tim Bohen tackles the ins and outs of managing risky trades.

It’s not just about technical skills … you have to be honest with yourself. How much willpower do you have? Should you outsource risk management to your broker? 

Stephen and Tim have opposite views of risky trades. And Kim breaks down why each one’s process is the right one for them. Tune in to find out which strategy works best for you…

Can You Profit from Risky Trades? 

Stephen says there are many consistent short sellers on the internet but not many consistently profitable ones. It only takes one big miss to wipe out your gains. That’s the danger with risky trades…

Bohen thinks newbie traders who don’t take time to learn basic rules are part of the problem. He breaks down the difference between a cash account and a margin account. And how each one can impact your trading.

Kim thinks Bohen’s passion is hysterical. He pulls no punches when it comes to the mistakes that drive him mad.

Find out how many years it took Tim to build discipline around risky trades…

Risky Trades: What’s YOUR Number? 

Tim and Stephen want to know each other’s numbers — their max loss numbers. Tim calls it your “oh s***” number. Find out where they each draw the line on losses… 

Kim mentions her Trading EQ course helps with self-control. She says new traders often assume they’ll be cool as a cucumber when they take risky trades, but there’s a scientific reason why they mess up. 

Plus, find out what she says happens to our emotions when we size up in a trade. And how we can put ourselves back in control of them. 

Who’s Responsible for Risky Trades?

Stephen admits he hands responsibility over to his broker when he takes risky trades. He discusses the different types of loss limits brokers can impose, and the penalties you get if you don’t use their system correctly.

Bohen is passionate about the DIY approach to self-control. He refuses to give the key away to someone else. He thinks building your own discipline is the only way to go. 

Kim says ego is often the reason traders lose control of risky trades. They think the trade should go a certain way but won’t accept reality when it doesn’t.

She ends the show with strategies for managing risky trades. You don’t want to miss that advice!

What Do You Think?

Do you like taking risky trades? Have you built up good discipline? Do you manage your own risk or let a broker do it for you?

We’d love to hear what you think, so drop a comment. 

Remember: if we select your question or comment as an on-air topic, you could win a SteadyTrade mystery gift box. Leave a comment below or on YouTube!

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Meet Our SteadyTrade Hosts

Get to know Tim Bohen, Stephen Johnson, and Kim Ann Curtin.

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Tim Bohen

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Stephen Johnson

Twitter: @Jonk87

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Kim Ann Curtin

Twitter: @kimanncurtin

Instagram: @kimanncurtin

Disclaimer

*Please note that any reported trading results are not typical. Most traders lose money. It takes years of dedication, hard work, and discipline to learn how to trade, and individual results will vary. Trading is inherently risky. Before making any trades, remember to do your due diligence and never risk more than you can afford to lose.

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In this week’s episode of the SteadyTrade podcast, can hosts Kim Ann Curtin, Stephen Johnson, and Tim Bohen put the long vs. short debate to rest once and for all?

Stephen and Tim defend their sides with passion … Kim’s in the middle asking thoughtful questions. She gets the guys to share the most important things to consider when you trade long vs. short. 

Does one strategy give traders better odds from the start? Stephen thinks so … and he shares some amazing statistics to back up his choice. 

Bohen advocates his side with plenty of real-life stories. And he’s got lots of wisdom of his own. So which strategy does he recommend? He holds nothing back in this week’s podcast. 

Long vs. Short: Which Strategy Is Better? 

Stephen’s on a mission to convert newbies to the short side. He says there’s a statistical advantage to starting off short and shares tips for navigating the short road in today’s market.

That gets Bohen fired up. He doesn’t want anyone starting out on the short side. Find out why he thinks the short mentality can keep you trapped in losing trades. 

Stephen argues most of the famous traders on Twitter made their money by shorting, although he admits there are some challenges for newbies trying to short. Tune in for more on that!

A Trader Toolkit for Every Strategy

Kim wants to know if the guys have a message to their past selves when they were just getting started in the game…

You gotta hear Stephen’s message — it’s inspiring. And he shares the skinny on how to know when you’ve made it. 

Bohen champions the long side of the long vs. short debate. And he’s got a warning for newbie traders … it comes from his own experiences. Don’t say he didn’t warn you!

Plus, Stephen steps in with a killer strategy for catching breakouts before they pop. You’ll want to study up on his hot tips! Don’t miss this episode.

What Do You Think?

What’s your stance on the long vs. short debate? Do you have a long bias or a short bent? Has your preference changed over time?

We’d love to hear what you think, so drop a comment. 

Remember: if we select your question or comment as an on-air topic, you could win a SteadyTrade mystery gift box. Leave a comment below or on YouTube!

Thanks for tuning in to the SteadyTrade podcast. Stay tuned for weekly episodes featuring the hottest topics for aspiring traders.

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Meet Our SteadyTrade Hosts

Get to know Tim Bohen, Stephen Johnson, and Kim Ann Curtin here.

Follow our hosts on social media…

Tim Bohen

Twitter: @tbohen

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Stephen Johnson

Twitter: @Jonk87

Instagram: @stephenjonk87

Kim Ann Curtin

Twitter: @kimanncurtin

Instagram: @kimanncurtin

Disclaimer

*Please note that any reported trading results are not typical. Most traders lose money. It takes years of dedication, hard work, and discipline to learn how to trade, and individual results will vary. Trading is inherently risky. Before making any trades, remember to do your due diligence and never risk more than you can afford to lose.

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In this week’s episode of the SteadyTrade podcast, hosts Kim Ann Curtin and Stephen Johnson welcome Brian Lee — a full-time trader making big waves! 

Brian came to trading from the world of professional gaming. Today, he’s a full-time trader shorting small-cap stocks.

But, like any trader, Brian didn’t have a smooth ride to the top … He suffered a six-figure loss in 2017.

That prompted him to change his risk management strategy and implement a system to keep bad habits in check. 

Tune in to find out the ins and outs of Brian Lee’s system. 

Brian Lee’s Trading System Tip #1: Make Mistakes First

Brian’s heard all kinds of questions from traders who want to copy his success. So Kim’s curious to know if there’s anything that gets under his skin … She asks him which newbie questions drive him crazy. 

His number one pet peeve? Traders who get ahead of themselves.

Brian explains why … and talks about the most important lessons to learn from your mistakes.

They discuss the learning curve in dealing with unpredictable catalysts, being able to spot patterns, and making sense of what works best for you. The ultimate goal is to develop consistency. 

Guess how much screen time the successful traders he knows put in to get ahead? Spoiler: it’s a lot.

Plus, find out the most common newbie mistakes to avoid … Don’t miss this!

Brian Lee’s Trading System Tip #2: Find Your Best System

Like Brian, every trader experiences big losses at some point. 

Stephen was three to four years into trading when he experienced his biggest loss.

Stephen asks Brian what led up to his big loss — and Brian holds nothing back. He’s made all the rookie mistakes!

He started out with the usual bad habits. That includes thinking he could wake up a half-hour before the open, trade for five minutes, and make a good living. 

But there’s a LOT more to trading than he first realized. Especially as a short-biased trader. 

They discuss the strategy he used to turn his trading account around. And Brian shares the risk/reward formula he sticks with no matter what. He even asks his broker to hold him accountable to it…

Brian Lee’s Trading System Tip #3: Adapt to New Markets

It’s easy to get used to things. Especially when things go well. Traders want to believe that once they figure things out, they’re set. But what happens when things change? 

Any trader who’s been around a while knows that market cycles can change quickly — and they develop an intuition for when it might happen next. Find out what Brian thinks is the right time for newbie traders to learn about market cycles.  

Plus, Stephen shares what he learned about Tim Grittani — an exceptional day trader with seven-figure profits.* Grittani realized if he didn’t take a vacation from trading after reaching his burnout point, he’d start losing. 

Brian says it’s important to remind yourself why you’re trading to avoid that burnout point. What’s driving you: money or freedom? 

Still have some degenerate tendencies? Check out Brian’s tips on how to trade the right way and stop gambling for good.

What Do You Think?

How confident are you in your trading system? What do you think about Brian Lee and his trading journey?

We’d love to hear what you think, so drop a comment. 

Remember: if we select your question or comment as an on-air topic, you could win a SteadyTrade mystery gift box. Leave a comment below or on YouTube!

Thanks for tuning in to the SteadyTrade podcast. Stay tuned for weekly episodes featuring the hottest topics for aspiring traders.

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Meet Our SteadyTrade Hosts

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Brian Lee

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Tim Bohen

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Stephen Johnson

Twitter: @Jonk87

Instagram: @stephenjonk87

Kim Ann Curtin

Twitter: @kimanncurtin

Instagram: @kimanncurtin

Disclaimer

*Please note that any reported trading results are not typical. Most traders lose money. It takes years of dedication, hard work, and discipline to learn how to trade, and individual results will vary. Trading is inherently risky. Before making any trades, remember to do your due diligence and never risk more than you can afford to lose.

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It’s July, and we’re officially halfway through 2021! How’s our TWIST trio — Matthew Monaco, Kyle Williams, and Jack Kellogg — doing in this summer market? Expectations are typically pretty low this time of the trading year. However, the stock market is NOT the same in 2021 as it was in 2019… Days off aren’t as easy to come by.

That can be great news for traders — there’s still plenty of opportunity. But the patterns have changed. Meme stonks recently had our TWIST traders in the home-run mentality. Find out what this summer market is all about (at least for now )…

Tune in as our TWIST trio break down their recent trades on $NEGG, $DTST, $NLST, and $DPLS.

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Jack Kellogg: @Jackaroo_Trades

Kyle Williams: @traderkylec

Matthew Monaco: @mono_trader

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This week, our rock star hosts Tim Bohen, Stephen Johnson, and Kim Ann Curtin are back — sharing their best tips on trading EQ.

Kim has a special reveal in this episode ... She’s launching a new course called Trading EQ. 

What’s trading EQ? It’s the emotional intelligence you need as a trader at every level. 

Many traders start with big hopes and even bigger dreams. Excitement’s a great motivator. But it’s the setbacks and lessons along the way that can teach us how to keep going. 

Kim wants to help traders capitalize on their mistakes. 

When your momentum hits a wall, you realize you need a process to stay in the game. That’s especially true if you feel upset about a loss. 

Find out how Kim, Stephen, and Tim made it through the rough patches in their careers and came out ahead. This episode is full of valuable tips you won’t find anywhere else. Tune in!

The Power of Your Trading EQ

A lot of traders want to conquer their emotions. But they aren’t in touch with their trading EQ. Ever heard the phrase “know your enemy?” 

Emotions aren’t really your enemy, but if you want to conquer them, you have to know them first. 

Stephen gets it. He says, “Nothing defines a person more than surviving five years of trading. Trading makes or breaks you. Any psychological help will make a significant difference.” 

Bohen shares the story of a Twitter trader who’s missing his trading EQ. These kinds of traders make all the wrong market moves! Maybe you’ve made some of them yourself…

Kim shares a key reason why humans struggle like this. She observes how dogs process changes in their environment. There’s a reason they don’t get stuck in harmful patterns like humans do.

So why can’t humans outwit their K-9 friends? In this episode, Kim shares special insights — find out how to apply them to impact your trading EQ in a positive way. 

Your Trading EQ Fuel Check

You have to know what you’re bringing to the laptop when you trade. Kim wants you to check yourself before you wreck yourself. Well, maybe she phrased it a little differently.

The team wants to hear more about her program and secret framework for improving your trading EQ. Kim says her program is jam-packed with valuable resources and even shares a few sneak peeks. 

For one, she wants every trader to start the day with the right mindset. And Kim wants traders to know what to look for before sitting down to trade. 

So what makes a great trader? Hint: it has nothing to do with winning or losing. 

Kim shares a helpful way to separate the mistakes you make from your value as a person. Tune in to learn how to use your mistakes to become a better trader.

Mistakes Make You a Better Trader

Stephen took two big losses this year. But these days, when he suffers a loss, he says “good.” He knows it’s an opportunity to see his mistakes clearly and improve. 

The ability to grow and expand his trading EQ fulfills him. But it’s not easy to adopt this mindset. 

Bohen knows this firsthand. He sees traders who fear risk. They criticize everything because they don’t want to take a chance. But you have to get your feet wet to improve your trading EQ.

Kim says you have to learn that your personal value doesn’t go down when you make a mistake. Think of traders who dream of Lambos but don’t know why they want them. 

She helps traders stop comparing themselves to others — and start seeing the unlimited possibilities in the market. 

But the work doesn’t stop when you become your best self. Then you’ll worry about how the people in your life will react to the new you. Kim shares excellent strategies to curb the fear of success in this week’s episode.

What Do You Think?

How’s your trading EQ? Do you go through a mental checklist before you sit down to trade? What have you learned from previous trading mistakes? 

We’d love to hear what you think, so drop a comment. 

Remember: if we select your question or comment as an on-air topic, you could win a SteadyTrade mystery gift box. Leave a comment below or on YouTube!

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Learn More

Ready to dive into Kim Ann Curtin’s Trading EQ course? Find out more here!

Meet Our SteadyTrade Hosts

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Tim Bohen

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Stephen Johnson

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Kim Ann Curtin

Twitter: @kimanncurtin

Instagram: @kimanncurtin

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All of Tim Sykes’ top students, including: 

• Matthew Monaco
• Kyle WIlliams
• Jack Daniels 
• Jack Kellogg 
• Mariana Hincapie  
• Bryce Tuohey 
• Roland Wolf
• John Papa

And many others were in Austin, Texas. 

With their jam-packed schedules, two-thirds of the TWIST team was able to sit down with Sykes and some of his other top students for a roundtable discussion. 

This episode is full of questions from the LIVE Trading Mastery event. 

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This week, hosts Tim Bohen and Kim Ann Curtin welcome special guest Peter Atwater. 

He’s the president of Financial Insights and an adjunct professor at William & Mary and the University of Delaware. Peter Atwater’s also the author of the book “Moods and Markets: A New Way to Invest in Good Times and in Bad.” 

But he’s most passionate about socionomy. The word has Kim tongue-tied. Socionomy focuses on the interplay between social moods, cultural and political movements, and the markets. 

So to break it down … Can you find the opportunity in a crowded room? Do you leave before the party’s over? 

How we behave in real life is often the same as how we trade online.

The key is timing. It helps when you can read the room. Peter Atwater will teach you how in this week’s episode. 

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Peter Atwater’s Market Moods

Peter Atwater says to keep an eye on flash mobs with money. Not on the street (although, that would be cool to see), but in the markets. 

Crowds show up in droves — and fast. We saw that with Nikola Corporation (NASDAQ: NKLA). But they can disappear just as quickly. 

Atwater’s amazed by the momentum on Twitter. He says, “We think it, we say it, and then we act on it … They’re a fast-moving crowd and if you’re late, you’ll catch the tail end of it thinking it’s only the beginning.”

Sounds like chasing breakouts that turn into fakeouts. So how do you improve your timing?  

Bohen shares the scientific reason for our human need to understand where others are coming from. Tune in to find out why we need to understand crowds to feel safe. 

And Peter Atwater lays out what to look for at the beginning and the end of a parabolic move. Don’t miss his unique insight!

Emotion vs. Mood 

For Peter Atwater, emotions and moods are two different things. Kim’s curious about the distinction… 

Atwater says moods are external factors and emotions are our responses to them. But it goes deeper than that. He says, “Confidence isn’t about you, it’s about how you see yourself in the world.” 

And how we see ourselves affects how we trade. When we’re in a low mode, our confidence wanes. We feel competitive but forget our best strategies. 

Find out the simple slogan he uses to catch himself when he’s in this unhelpful mindset. 

Of course, overconfidence isn’t good either. It can make us more friendly and generous with others … or lead us down the wrong path. 

Find out Peter Atwater’s top tips for identifying high-flying moods — and how to stay in control and make smarter decisions. 

Peter Atwater on Certainty and Control 

Atwater says certainty and control are two things all humans need. Without them, we freak out … like ‘buy the top, sell the bottom’ freak out. 

When a stock rises, our sense of safety kicks in. We feel like it will stay that way forever. Then when the mood changes, we panic. 

But life and stocks never guarantee certainty or control. So what’s a trader to do?

Peter says, “Buy Adele and sell Pharrell.” When stocks are “rolling in the deep” (crashing), you buy. And when they’re “happy” (rising), you sell. 

We know this. But is there a way we can train ourselves to follow it? 

Atwater and Bohen think so. Atwater shares examples of what emergency room doctors do when there’s no certainty or control. 

Bohen agrees with the concepts. He says he learned all about them from former Navy SEAL Jocko Willink. Find out which strategies could help you feel certain and in control of your trading game. 

What Do You Think?

What’s your take on Peter Atwater and market moods? How well can you read the room when it comes to the markets? What helps you feel certain and in control of your trades? 

We’d love to hear what you think, so drop a comment. 

Remember: if we select your question or comment as an on-air topic, you could win a SteadyTrade mystery gift box. Leave a comment below or on YouTube!

Thanks for tuning in to the SteadyTrade podcast. Stay tuned for weekly episodes featuring the hottest topics for aspiring traders.

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Meet Our SteadyTrade Hosts

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Peter Atwater

Twitter: @Peter_Atwater

Tim Bohen

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Stephen Johnson

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Instagram: @stephenjonk87

Kim Ann Curtin

Twitter: @kimanncurtin

Instagram: @kimanncurtin

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SteadyTrade hosts Kim Ann Curtin and Stephen Johnson dig deep into the psychology of trading and trading goals this week. 

The trading journey is full of ups and downs. One day you’re on top of the world! The next day — or maybe the next hour — you’re down in the dumps. 

It takes time to find your groove and a special blend of technical skill and mojo. 

And Kim and Stephen have the best of both. They’ve come a long way in their trading and coaching careers and learned tons of valuable lessons along the way. 

This week, they spill all the wisdom traders need to tune into trading goals, turn up the juice, and live their best lives. 

Trading Goals: Know What Drives You 

Kim says, “being driven isn’t a feeling, it’s a commitment.” Emotions come and go. And they take us on some pretty wild rides. 

If we could chart our own emotions and thoughts, they might look as volatile as a penny stock chart with positive and negative catalysts vying for attention. 

But we can’t ignore them. That only makes them stronger. If you feel like a loser, know you’re not. And understand why you feel that way. 

Which trading goals are you not accomplishing? Kim and Stephen both check in with themselves regularly to make sure they’re on the right track. 

As Kim says, our basic needs change over time. So you must stay disciplined and continue to learn about yourself. Never assume you know everything. That’s something many veteran traders understand from years of experience. 

Find out the most important questions to ask when you feel off track in this week’s episode.

How Do You Know You’ve Made It? 

It’s easy to set trading goals … but do you always know when you finally arrive? After all, every time we hit a milestone, we move the goal post. 

Maybe you hit a trading goal, like a certain amount of profits, but it doesn’t make you happy … Why does our mind play tricks on us like this? 

Sometimes we decide that if we achieve what someone else achieved, we’ll be happy. But that’s likely not true. 

Stephen’s blunt on the topic: “Lazy people will do a little work and wonder why they’re not winning, whereas a lot of people winning will do a lot of work and worry about being lazy.”

Kim says if you don’t stop to congratulate yourself and express gratitude, your path to success won’t feel successful. Sometimes high achievers don’t realize how well they’re doing. 

So what’s the key to meeting your trading goals and having success and happiness? Check out what Kim and Stephen recommend in this week’s episode. 

Be Successful Enough to Give Back

Living your best life is a big goal. And it’s definitely worth pursuing … but is it enough? 

Sometimes we stay on the hamster wheel longer than we should. We think that the more we accomplish, the better. But how true is that?

Everyone’s driven by different things. Stephen felt driven by adversity. He saw what he didn’t have. 

Stephen says he was tired of doing the same job every day and feeling unfulfilled. 

But he was unstructured and uncommitted until the pain became too much. Then adversity fuelled his drive.

When he started making sure his needs were met, he discovered other needs he hadn’t imagined. 

He says, “Achievement puts gas in your tank. Then you start giving back and meeting needs you didn’t think you could.” 

Find out the steps he took to get there in this week’s episode!

What Do You Think?

How do you set trading goals — and how do you know when you’re on the right track? What makes you feel proud and grateful? 

We’d love to hear what you think, so drop a comment. 

Remember: if we select your question or comment as an on-air topic, you could win a SteadyTrade mystery gift box. Leave a comment below or on YouTube!

Thanks for tuning in to the SteadyTrade podcast. Stay tuned for weekly episodes featuring the hottest topics for aspiring traders.

Into this episode? Please leave a review on iTunes.

Meet Our SteadyTrade Hosts

Get to know Tim Bohen, Stephen Johnson, and Kim Ann Curtin here.

Follow our hosts on social media…

Tim Bohen

Twitter: @tbohen

Instagram: @tbohen

Stephen Johnson

Twitter: @Jonk87

Instagram: @stephenjonk87

Kim Ann Curtin

Twitter: @kimanncurtin

Instagram: @kimanncurtin

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It all started with Gamestop… 

But then, out of nowhere, a new crowd favorite has emerged — AMC Entertainment. It gave birth to an Army of Apes. 

That army has been reinforced by your three favorite hosts. 

So what are the TWIST hosts’ thoughts on AMC?

Is it here to stay? Are we actually going to the moon?

Tune in to this week’s special episode to find out. 

Follow your hosts and today’s guest on Twitter to keep tabs on their trading journeys: 

• Jack Kellogg: @Jackaroo_Trades
• Kyle Williams: @traderkylec
• Matthew Monaco: @mono_trader

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What does it really take to grow a small account?

This week, the SteadyTrade gang welcomes back Bryce Tuohey to help answer that question and discuss much more. 

SteadyTrade hosts Kim Ann Curtin, Stephen Johnson, and Tim Bohen put Bryce back in the hot seat. And they also dive deeper into his trading strategies.

If you tuned into his first interview, you heard all about his journey from trading a small account to becoming a six-figure trader.* In this episode, we get in-depth commentary on how he trades today.

The team takes a step-by-step journey through how traders find their process. So how does Bryce approach the markets? How does he adapt to market changes? 

Find out more about Bryce’s top rules, strategies, and plays in this week’s episode!

Trading a Small Account? Know Your Style

You hear a lot of talk about trading styles and personalities. But is it as simple as choosing long or short? Is there more to it than that? 

Stephen knows what team he’s on. He loves to short. Sure, he’s flexible when a great opportunity comes around, but at the end of the day, he knows what he prefers.  

Bohen took some time to find his preference as well and came out long-biased. But understanding your trading style goes deeper than that. 

After all, markets change and surprising events happen. 

And then there are meme stocks. Meme stocks took center stage in 2020 and keep finding their way back into the spotlight. 

Bryce watches them closely but isn’t swayed. He shares exactly how he tracks AMC Entertainment Inc. (NYSE: AMC). Much like a hunter, he follows its every move. 

And he shares why knowing himself means knowing to not take a trade, even when it’s popular. 

Stay Disciplined With a Small Account

So many newbie traders dream about starting with a small account and making big bucks. Sounds easy in theory, right? Just catch a few big runners and grow your small account every week. 

Bryce jokes about this mentality. He understands the wishful thinking all traders start out with. So do Tim and Stephen. 

From the outside, it looks easy. Once you’re in the game, it’s a whole different story. It’s NOT easy. So what’s the best way to build discipline? 

There’s more than one way to skin a cat. Bryce knows a lot of traders rely on paper trading or just putting in the screen time. But he says these strategies don’t give you the hands-on training you need to make progress. 

Bohen thinks Bryce is right on the money. He says it takes a lot of trading practice for things to start clicking. Repetition is the best way to get ahead. 

So how did Bryce get ahead? Kim asks how he came up with his master plan. 

Bryce says it took a lot of failing and watching his friend succeed to dig deep. He came up with a process that minimized his risk and maximized his skills. Find out his winning strategy in this week’s episode!

Should You Keep Taking Risks?

Whether you start with a small account or not, every trader needs to master a strategy that works for them. You need a signature move you can rely on. And you must stay focused when getting started. 

But once you achieve consistency, should you stay in your comfort zone or take new risks? 

Stephen appreciates Bryce’s journey to mastering one setup. But he’s also eager to push the envelope. He says he found a way for his short profits to pay for his long losses. He sees it as an investment in a new skill.

And Stephen wants to hear all about Bryce’s journey to trading short as a long-biased trader. He pushes him to reveal his ups and downs along the way.

Bryce is on board for the challenge. Find out if his short profits give Stephen’s long profits a run for their money. And hear how Bryce continues to refine his process.

Kim asks Bryce to share his top rules for trading both ways, and he shares them all!

Trading With a Small Account? What Do You Think?

What’s your favorite setup? How do you push your limits in trading or stay in your comfort zone? Have you grown a small account? We’d love to hear what you think, so drop a comment. 

Remember: if we select your question or comment as an on-air topic, you could win a SteadyTrade mystery gift box. Leave a comment below or on YouTube!

Thanks for tuning in to the SteadyTrade podcast. Stay tuned for weekly episodes featuring the hottest topics for aspiring traders.

Into this episode? Please leave a review on iTunes.

Meet Our SteadyTrade Hosts

Get to know Tim Bohen, Stephen Johnson, and Kim Ann Curtin here.

Follow our hosts and special guest on social media…

Bryce Tuohey

Twitter: @TraderBryce

Instagram: @BryceTuohey

Tim Bohen

Twitter: @tbohen

Instagram: @tbohen

Stephen Johnson

Twitter: @Jonk87

Instagram: @stephenjonk87

Kim Ann Curtin

Twitter: @kimanncurtin

Instagram: @kimanncurtin

Disclaimer

*Please note that any reported trading results are not typical. Most traders lose money. It takes years of dedication, hard work, and discipline to learn how to trade, and individual results will vary. Trading is inherently risky. Before making any trades, remember to do your due diligence and never risk more than you can afford to lose.

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This week, the SteadyTrade gang weighs in on the best habits to build as the markets head back to normal. 

SteadyTrade hosts Kim Ann Curtin, Stephen Johnson, and Tim Bohen are back at the mic. And they have plenty to sound off about. 

We all love stock market mania … Tendies falling from the sky … More stocks breaking out than we could possibly trade. 

But there’s a lot more to appreciate about calm markets than we realize. 

Bohen says these roundtable talks are his favorite. The whole team shares their best strategies and tools to focus on when markets are back to normal. 

Plus there are the off-the-cuff personal stories that make us all say, “What! No way!” Even Kim can’t believe what Tim says about Stephen.

Check out this week’s episode for all the trading education and entertainment you need as we get back to normal.

Are We Finally Back to Normal?

The 2021 stock market finally seems back to normal, all things considered. After a strong start in January, opportunities became more sparse. But there’s still plenty of tendies to go around. They just don’t drop all day every day anymore. 

Bohen’s grateful for that. He remembers seeing so many stocks pop up during his Pre-Market Prep sessions. That’s great, but it’s overwhelming after a while. He loves sharing information on the best stocks. And when there are fewer stocks in play, he can share more detail.

Kim says those days were like “a fevered dream.” The rest of the team agrees. There was so much to handle, it didn’t feel connected to reality.

So what does back to normal mean? We still see meme stocks popping off. And biotechs with news catalysts are still going crazy. So is it slim pickings or just more balanced pickings?

Stephen says this market is great news for short sellers. 2020 caught him off guard and made him reevaluate risk. It took him some time to realize it wasn’t a short’s market. But he adapted. 

And he shares a key silver lining in this week’s episode! Don’t miss this…

Back to Normal = Savor Your Wins

Stephen says there’s always a calm after the storm. And 2020 was a big, big storm. Congrats to the traders who survived and thrived. Let’s hang on to our profits as we get back to normal.

Bohen agrees with Stephen. He thinks trading was the highlight of the past year. And he’s thankful for the opportunities that keep coming. 

He also sees the same trends repeating in the crypto space. Cryptocurrencies took off for a while. Now they’re having their own crash. 

So what do traders do next? Stephen’s grateful for the moments of pause. When you have time to think, it’s great to savor your wins. 

He says: “Money makes the accomplishment bigger. It’s not the achievement, but it measures the achievement. It makes you feel worthy.” 

Kim reminds Stephen that he’s always worthy, whether he extracts money from the market or not. Aw, so true, but it’s still exciting to win! 

Find out how far Stephen’s gains have come in this week’s episode.*

Prepare for Future Madness

So what’s the best thing to do when markets are back to normal? Once you’re done savoring your wins, that is…

Kim says you always go back to basics. It never hurts to study more! But what’s the most important thing to study? What do traders need to know the most? 

Bohen agrees with this. After all, “it only takes one big win” to put you ahead. You must be ready. 

If you’re overtrading and under-training, you could lose big. You don’t need to catch every setup, only the best setups for you. 

But how do you know what strategy fits your personal style? You have to experiment with solid rules to find out.

Bohen compares the process to his training in another field. He says, in a high-pressure situation, “you’re gonna descend to the level of your training.” 

You have to be ready for opportunity to strike. Take it from our veteran traders. Stephen weighs in on this as well. 

Listen to this week’s episode for the best way to prepare for the next market craze!

What Do You Think? Is the Market Back to Normal?

Do you miss the market mania? Are you happy things are back to normal? How are you preparing for the next big run? We’d love to hear what you think, so drop a comment. 

Remember: if we select your question or comment as an on-air topic, you could win a SteadyTrade mystery gift box. Leave a comment below or on YouTube!

Thanks for tuning in to the SteadyTrade podcast. Stay tuned for weekly episodes featuring the hottest topics for aspiring traders.

Into this episode? Please leave a review on iTunes.

Meet Our SteadyTrade Hosts

Get to know Tim Bohen, Stephen Johnson, and Kim Ann Curtin here.

Follow our hosts on social media…

Tim Bohen

Twitter: @tbohen

Instagram: @tbohen

Stephen Johnson

Twitter: @Jonk87

Instagram: @stephenjonk87

Kim Ann Curtin

Twitter: @kimanncurtin

Instagram: @kimanncurtin

Disclaimer

*Please note that any reported trading results are not typical. Most traders lose money. It takes years of dedication, hard work, and discipline to learn how to trade, and individual results will vary. Trading is inherently risky. Before making any trades, remember to do your due diligence and never risk more than you can afford to lose.

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At the end of May 2021, TWIST hosted a contest where one special winner would join the 3 TWIST traders on the podcast. 

And the lucky winner was Muhammad Khan. A college student from Grand Valley State University. 

Muhammad brought a couple of his best trades and discussed his trading journey… including the struggles he has faced over his 3-year trading career. 

At the end of the episode, our special guest turned the tables on the hosts and asked them several questions to help struggling students break through to profitability. 

Follow your hosts and guest on Twitter to keep tabs on their trading journeys: 

• Jack Kellogg: @Jackaroo_Trades
• Kyle Williams: @traderkylec
• Matthew Monaco: @mono_trader
• Muhammad Khan: @momo_khan18

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This week, we’ve got yet another crossover episode — this time it’s millionaire trader and TWIST co-host Matthew Monaco.

SteadyTrade hosts Kim Ann Curtin, Stephen Johnson, and Tim Bohen ask Matt some juicy questions.

Odds are if you know penny stock trading, you know Matthew Monaco. He shares the ins and outs of his trades every week on TWIST and in the Small Cap Rockets room. Plus, he helped Tim Sykes create his 30-Day Bootcamp.  

Matt says he knew he wanted to be rich from a young age. He remembers taking “Wall Street classes” in high school. But he didn’t know that one day he’d cross $1 million in trading profits.*

This week’s episode dives into Matthew Monaco’s trading journey. Tune in for all the details, plus Matt’s best tips for trading stocks and crypto.

Matthew Monaco Takes Measured Risks

Matt began his quest for success in engineering, thinking he’d go where the money is. That’s a wise thing to do when trading: follow the money.

Bohen gets intense when it comes to the topic of technology and society, and he doesn’t mince words. 

Stephen doesn’t hold back either. Tech and trading are both hot topics for these guys. You’ll have to listen to find out where they stand on the path to success. 

Matt says meeting successful traders convinced him he could make it too. But it wasn’t an easy journey. He put in years of hard work before striking it big.*

Kim asks Matt about his choices. And Matt shares every step of his journey to millionaire trader status. 

Plus, find out how Matt uses his trading know-how in the crypto space. And learn about his newly launched Crypto Rockets course. 

Adapt to Change

The stock market constantly changes — and fast. Hot sectors can come and go in a flash. 

Matthew Monaco says he sees the same with cryptocurrencies. Traders pile into penny stocks for a while. Then stocks go quiet for a bit. 

But traders didn’t stop trading. They moved over to the crypto space. 

Matthew watches the flow in both markets to see how they play off each other. And when the stock market closes, he moves to crypto markets. They’re always open and he says it’s the “wild Wild West.” 

He shares the step-by-step process he uses to trade crypto, from position sizing to checking on trades. 

Matt shares a mind-blowing story of a crypto trade that really took off. He was so impressed he had to take profits during Sunday brunch. 

Kim’s intrigued. She’s ready to take Matthew’s course and learn all about the exciting crypto space. And there’s plenty to learn. 

Matthew Monaco partners with Kyle Williams. Together, they cover fundamentals, technicals, and everything in between. There’s something for everyone.

Matthew Monaco: Hard Work Pays Off

Opportunities come and go, but hard work always pays off. Matt discusses the odds of an easy break with holding versus active trading. 

He says there’s a big difference between holding crypto and trading it. And he shares what’s most important to know for each style. 

His work ethic makes Bohen proud. When markets are hot, he’s not content with “catching the next bus.” He wants to catch all the buses! 

Stephen laughs in agreement. He knows the feeling. Hot markets get everyone worked up. 

But missing a great opportunity can sting for a long time. Kim shares that she met an interesting person who tried to convince her to buy and hold bitcoin 13 years ago!

Bohen’s convinced it was Satoshi Nakamoto — bitcoin’s creator. Kim says his passion impressed her. And Stephen shares some inspiring words about passion and innovation.

This is an action-packed episode full of Matt’s best tips and strategies for trading. Tune in!

What Do You Think?

Can you relate to Matthew Monaco’s trading journey? Curious about trading crypto? We’d love to hear what you think, so drop a comment. 

Remember: if we select your question or comment as an on-air topic, you could win a SteadyTrade mystery gift box. Leave a comment below or on YouTube!

Thanks for tuning in to the SteadyTrade podcast. Stay tuned for weekly episodes featuring the hottest topics for aspiring traders.

Into this episode? Please leave a review on iTunes.

Meet Our Hosts and Special Guest Matthew Monaco

Get to know Tim Bohen, Stephen Johnson, and Kim Ann Curtin here.

Follow our hosts and special guest on social media…

Matthew Monaco

Twitter: @mono_trader

Instagram: @matthewvmonaco

Tim Bohen

Twitter: @tbohen

Instagram: @tbohen

Stephen Johnson

Twitter: @Jonk87

Instagram: @stephenjonk87

Kim Ann Curtin

Twitter: @kimanncurtin

Instagram: @kimanncurtin

Disclaimer

*Please note that any reported trading results are not typical. Most traders lose money. It takes years of dedication, hard work, and discipline to learn how to trade, and individual results will vary. Trading is inherently risky. Before making any trades, remember to do your due diligence and never risk more than you can afford to lose.

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How well do you max out every opportunity that comes your way?

Not many people do it well … But today’s TWIST guest Connor sure does. 

This trader recognized the opportunity in the market and stepped up. BIG. 

Using data in the simplest way possible, Connor was able to exponentially grow his account trading OTC stocks.*

But perhaps what’s more impressive is his mental approach to the market. He largely attributes that to his full year of trader therapy. 

Seems like a small price to pay (yet most people wouldn’t pay it) for a skill that will last him a lifetime. 

Find out more on today’s episode of This Week In SteadyTrade. 

Follow your hosts and today’s guest on Twitter to keep tabs on their trading journeys: 

• Jack Kellogg: @Jackaroo_Trades
• Kyle Williams: @traderkylec
• Matthew Monaco: @mono_trader
• Connor: @pennycons

*Please note that any reported trading results are not typical. Most traders lose money. It takes years of dedication, hard work, and discipline to learn how to trade, and individual results will vary. Trading is inherently risky. Before making any trades, remember to do your due diligence and never risk more than you can afford to lose.

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It’s another SteadyTrade crossover episode with trader and Treats host Bryce Tuohey!

The whole SteadyTrade crew is on board today — Kim Ann Curtin, Stephen Johnson, and Tim Bohen.

If you watch SteadyTrade Treats — and why wouldn’t you — you know Bryce. Sometimes caffeinated, sometimes not, he always brings BIG energy to the trading game. 

Growing up, there were signs that Bryce had a mind for finance. But it wasn’t clear where that would take him. Then he met Matthew Monaco (TWIST co-host) during his sophomore year of college. 

From there, Bryce caught the trading bug, and the rest is history. But what did his journey look like? How did he start from scratch and make it past $500,000 in trading profits?* 

This week’s episode lays out all the details of Bryce Tuohey’s journey. Plus he shares his favorite trading strategies!

Bryce Tuohey Appreciates the Journey

Bohen asks the question we all wonder when a trader strikes it big. What got Bryce Tuohey started in trading? What does it take to go from an average trader to six figures so soon? 

Bryce started with a “Money and Banking” class in high school. It piqued his curiosity. From there, he started checking the top percent movers on Yahoo Finance. (We’re glad he’s found more robust resources since then).

A light bulb went off in Bryce Tuohey’s head. He figured if he could get into those stocks before they took off, he’d be set. The question was how to do that.

He bounced around a bit, as young people tend to do. He hustled as a lifeguard and a freelance writer while pursuing a traditional education. 

When his friend and roommate Matt Monaco told him about penny stock trading, he got excited. He found a community that made his goals seem possible. Still, he studied hard for a while, then fell off track. 

Tune in to learn what brought Bryce back to trading — and kept him in the game for good.

Find Your Trading Zone

Stephen’s impressed with Bryce Tuohey’s journey from freelance writer to six-figure trader.* As he says, “The man who writes the stories now has the stories written about him.” 

Bohen loved Stephen’s “poetry” there. And he’s doubly impressed with Bryce’s ability to lock in the important lessons. 

Bohen reminds us to “only add to winners.” Bryce always tells himself, “don’t add to losers.” 

These two discuss a recent ticker they both were watching and how it played out. Find out which big mover caught their attention when you listen to the full episode.

Kim wants to know more about the Bryce Tuohey trading personality. Has he, like many traders before him, found signature strategies to repeat? You bet!

Bryce broke down his top two patterns in detail. You won’t want to miss his strategy for finding his best breakouts!

Play the Long Game

Bryce Touhey remains a long-biased trader. But did anything change after he found consistent success? 

Kim asks him all about his current habits. He shares his must-keep strategies and those he’s let go of. 

Playing the long game means you have to optimize your life. Stephen and Tim know all about this… 

Tim Bohen relays valuable insights from “Atomic Habits” by James Clear. Clear’s work focuses on “systems versus goals.” 

When you’re a newbie trader, you’re eager for money. You make money your goal. But is that the right way to stay in the game? 

Not according to Bryce Tuohey. When he chose to focus on his trading system, he hit his stride.

Find out exactly the system he used to manage risk and build six-figure success in this week’s episode.

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What Do You Think?

Are you impressed with Bryce Tuohey’s trading journey? Did you learn something you can apply to your own life? What keeps you coming back to trading? We’d love to hear what you think, so drop a comment. 

Remember: if we select your question or comment as an on-air topic, you could win a SteadyTrade mystery gift box. Leave a comment below or on YouTube!

Thanks for tuning in to the SteadyTrade podcast. Stay tuned for weekly episodes featuring the hottest topics for aspiring traders.

Into this episode? Please leave a review on iTunes.

Meet Our Hosts and Special Guest Bryce Tuohey

Get to know Tim Bohen, Stephen Johnson, and Kim Ann Curtin here.

Follow our hosts and special guest on social media…

Bryce Tuohey

Twitter: @TraderBryce

Instagram: @BryceTuohey

Tim Bohen

Twitter: @tbohen

Instagram: @tbohen

Stephen Johnson

Twitter: @Jonk87

Instagram: @stephenjonk87

Kim Ann Curtin

Twitter: @kimanncurtin

Instagram: @kimanncurtin

Disclaimer

*Please note that any reported trading results are not typical. Most traders lose money. It takes years of dedication, hard work, and discipline to learn how to trade, and individual results will vary. Trading is inherently risky. Before making any trades, remember to do your due diligence and never risk more than you can afford to lose.

The post Episode 201: Trading the Ultimate Breakout With Bryce Tuohey appeared first on SteadyTrade.com.

While Jack’s in the shower, working “smarter, not harder”… Kyle and Matt talk to up-and-coming traders Ben and Strati about their small-account progress. 

Ben was on the show about a year ago when his account was only around $7,000…

Since then, he reports his account has grown nearly 10-fold.*

On the other hand, Strati is a former teacher who didn’t have much success in the market until AFTER the market slowed down.

Find out what their process is, which stocks they’re trading, and the risks they took in their journeys to become consistently profitable traders.*

Follow your hosts and today’s guests on Twitter to keep tabs on their trading journeys: 

• Jack Kellogg: @Jackaroo_Trades
• Kyle Williams: @traderkylec
• Matthew Monaco: @mono_trader
• Ben Holida: @BenHolida
• Strati: @Stratataa

*Please note that any reported trading results are not typical. Most traders lose money. It takes years of dedication, hard work, and discipline to learn how to trade, and individual results will vary. Trading is inherently risky. Before making any trades, remember to do your due diligence and never risk more than you can afford to lose.

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In this week’s SteadyTrade podcast, hosts Kim Ann Curtin and Stephen Johnson welcome a special guest — author, speaker, and strategist Michele Wucker.

If you trade stocks, you need an appetite for risk. But how much is too much? And can your risk tolerance change over time or is your “risk fingerprint” set in stone? 

Michele Wucker is here to break it all down. She even has books on the topic…

• “You Are What You Risk: The New Art and Science of Navigating an Uncertain World”
• “The Gray Rhino: How to Recognize and Act on the Obvious Dangers We Ignore”

Wucker dedicates her life to the study of risk. Her work has moved markets, shaped financial policies around the world, and helped frame warnings about pandemics. She’s a former think tank and media executive, and she’s the founder of Gray Rhino & Company.

Fun fact: she coined the term “gray rhino” to describe “obvious, probable, and impactful risks that we tend to ignore.” 

Her concepts have also made their way into popular culture. Megaband BTS wrote the song “Blue and Grey” positioning depression as a gray rhino. And she has a TED Talk with over two million views.

Kim, Stephen, and Michele Wucker talk all about risk and trading in this week’s episode!

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Michele Wucker Wants You to Anticipate Gray Rhinos

Most traders know the term “black swan.” The investment world uses it to describe events that come ‘out of the blue.’ 

But how true is that? Experts warned about the subprime mortgage crisis well before the bubble popped. No one listened. 

Recently, if you tried to trade right after the Colonial Pipeline debacle, you saw chaotic markets. It seems like that event came out of nowhere. But again, experts warned about power grid vulnerabilities many times.

Michele Wucker wants us to wake up to our gray rhinos. This applies whether you’re a day trader, swing trader, or jumping into the crypto fray. 

When a big, scary challenge comes at you, you can do nothing and get trampled, get out of the way, or do something about it. Why do some people move out of the way while others work with the strength and use it?

Learn all about your risk habits and how to improve them in this week’s episode. 

How Much Should You Risk?

Stephen knows there’s no escaping risk once you place a trade. But he’s curious about how people decide what level’s right for them. 

Michele Wucker says there are many factors to consider. It’s not just about personality either. How comfortable you are in your immediate environment can impact your approach to risk. Some people’s moods change with the room temperature!

Risk tolerance is situational. Michele gets into the many ways a person’s risk tolerance can shift based on their foundation of safety at the time.

Kim wants to know more about Michele’s groupthink concept. The risk acceptable to a group can affect how much risk an individual in that group will take on. 

But what’s the actual impact? And can you go from buy-and-hold investor to crypto aficionado based on your friends?

Sometimes risk is in the eye of the beholder. For example, cultural bias can prevent us from seeing certain leaders clearly. Kim and Michels get into real-life examples of how female leaders are perceived versus how they perform. 

You’ll want the facts on this before your next hot stock fundamental analysis. 

Is Risk Always Good?

Stephen finds risk fascinating. Michele Wucker’s book changed how he thinks about appropriate risk. 

He recalls a man who quit med school to become a stand-up comic. In the past, Stephen would’ve dismissed the guy as “completely nuts.” Now, he sees that having a caring family, mentors, and some financial stability made the risk more sensible for him.

He loved the family’s message: “If you do what makes you happy, ultimately you’ll become enough of an expert at it that you’ll be able to make enough money.” 

Kim loves how Michele Wucker flips the risk script. She points out that people who force themselves into ‘safe’ jobs and lifestyles sometimes suffer long term. 

As Michele says, “People underestimate the risk of going along with others, living what they want your path to look like. That can destroy your health, happiness, and ability to succeed. Everything can come crumbling down because the road you thought was the safest actually wasn’t.”

Kim sees this firsthand in her coaching practice. Clients come to her when their carefully planned lives come crashing down. That’s why she’s so supportive of traders who follow their passion.

Wucker says many traders and freelancers feel more secure having diverse sources of income. If you’re told to diversify your portfolio, why not your income? 

But Stephen reminds us that sometimes overconfidence can lead to big losses. Wucker replies with a strategy for dealing with overconfidence that blows Kim away. 

This week’s episode is jam-packed with valuable tips to improve your relationship with risk. Check it out!

What Do You Think of Michele Wucker and the Gray Rhino?

What’s your appetite for risk? How do you respond to challenges? And how does your risk tolerance change? We’d love to hear what you think, so drop a comment. 

Remember: if we select your question or comment as an on-air topic, you could win a SteadyTrade mystery gift box. Leave a comment below or on YouTube!

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Meet Our Hosts and Special Guest

Get to know Tim Bohen, Stephen Johnson, and Kim Ann Curtin here.

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Michele Wucker

Twitter: @wucker

Instagram: @michelewucker

LinkedIn: @wucker

Tim Bohen

Twitter: @tbohen

Instagram: @tbohen

Stephen Johnson

Twitter: @Jonk87

Instagram: @stephenjonk87

Kim Ann Curtin

Twitter: @kimanncurtin

Instagram: @kimanncurtin

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It seems we’re back to business as usual.

 The madness over the last 18 months has subsided, and the six-week slow period is over…

The market is acting normal again. Well, at least as normal as the market can act. 

This is the type of market that separates the one-hit wonders from the truly great traders. 

But sorry to break it to you…

There’s no “holy grail” or secret to trading. It all boils down to hard work and preparation. 

Tune into this week’s episode to find out how the TWIST hosts prepare and the setups they’re looking for. 

Follow your hosts and today’s guest on Twitter to keep tabs on their trading journeys: 

• Jack Kellogg: @Jackaroo_Trades
• Kyle Williams: @traderkylec
• Matthew Monaco: @mono_trader

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Every trader dreams of making it to full-time trader status. Each one has different ideas about what they’d do with the money. But most want the freedom and flexibility of trading for a living.

Is it within any trader’s reach? Do traders who get to this milestone have special superpowers? Or is there a proven set of repeatable strategies they dedicate themselves to?

In this week’s SteadyTrade podcast, hosts Kim Ann Curtin and Stephen Johnson take an in-depth look at Stephen’s journey to becoming a full-time trader. 

Spoiler alert: it wasn’t easy. And there were many roadblocks along the way. A lot of them came from Stephen himself. 

And nobody knows them better than Kim. She’s coached him through many ups and downs and offered him new encouraging perspectives along the way. 

This week’s episode peels back the curtain on Stephen’s biggest struggles and standout successes. Check it out and maybe you’ll learn a thing or two. 

Are You Ready for Full-Time Trader Status?

Ask the average trader if they’re ready to trade full-time and chances are you’ll get a resounding yes. But that answer is probably based on emotions alone. 

Stephen thinks there are more pieces to the pie. One slice is how much you desire something. But desire alone won’t get you there, even if it comes with drive. 

He says ambition needs to be rounded out. Stephen wants to know: “Are you ready spiritually, physically, mentally, circumstantially, and financially?” 

What do all these buckets of readiness mean to the average retail trader? And how full do they have to be before you become a full-time trader? 

Kim says the book “You Are What You Risk: The New Art and Science of Navigating an Uncertain World” by Michele Wucker opened her eyes to the fact that everyone has a different “risk fingerprint.” 

Risk isn’t a one-size-fits-all measurement. And neither is readiness. Trading will impact your emotions and your mindset. 

You will meet gremlins that challenge your sense of safety and self-esteem. And the strategies you come up with to overcome those challenges are every bit as important as the strategies you choose to trade stocks. 

Listen to today’s episode for the best ways to overcome hurdles on your way to trading success. 

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Do You Have a Safety Net?

Everyone needs a different level of safety before they’re willing to take on greater risk. 

Some traders think they need less only to find out they need more. Others might start cautious and realize they’re doing OK and it’s time to size up their trades.  

Stephen says there are all kinds of pointers out there. Tim Sykes once told him you should have $50,000 in trading profits before you choose to trade full-time. If you have a family, increase that amount to $100,000 in trading profits. 

There’s also the measure of time. How much screen time is ideal before you transition to being a full-time trader? Stephen shares a reasonable benchmark on the podcast.

Everyone starts with a different foundation. Some traders have help from their parents or an inheritance. Others have to hustle and work hard to build up their trading accounts. 

Stephen didn’t have outside help. He bounced between full-time work and freelance work for a while before he made the decisive leap. There were a few signs that showed him it was time.

Listen as Stephen lays out the three stages traders go through before trading full-time.

Are You Ready for Change?

It’s important to know why you want to trade full-time. It’s a decision that takes mental maturity, something Stephen admits to struggling with along the way. 

If you don’t know why you want something, you might change your mind about it when the circumstances change. 

Do you trade because it feels good? The thrills and excitement can boost your serotonin for a while. But after enough losses, your mood will come crashing down with your trading account. 

You have to know your why. And if your why isn’t coming from a healthy place, you have to guide it there. 

Stephen shares the only reason you should ever be in a trade if you want to be a consistently profitable trader. 

Kim is impressed with his hard-won lessons. And she pushes him to reveal all the steps on his journey to becoming a full-time trader. Which one finally made everything click for him? 

When he started doing this one thing, his trading game changed for good. Hear all the juicy tips and life lessons these two get into in this week’s episode. 

What Do You Think?

Are you eager to become a full-time trader? Do you have a plan to get there? How would trading full-time change your life? We’d love to hear what you think, so drop a comment. 

Remember: if we select your question or comment as an on-air topic, you could win a SteadyTrade mystery gift box. Leave a comment below or on YouTube!

Thanks for tuning in to the SteadyTrade podcast. Stay tuned for weekly episodes featuring the hottest topics for aspiring traders.

Into this episode? Please leave a review on iTunes.

Meet Our Hosts

Get to know Tim Bohen, Stephen Johnson, and Kim Ann Curtin here.

Follow our hosts on social media…

Tim Bohen

Twitter: @tbohen

Instagram: @tbohen

Stephen Johnson

Twitter: @Jonk87

Instagram: @stephenjonk87

Kim Ann Curtin

Twitter: @kimanncurtin

Instagram: @kimanncurtin

Disclaimer

*Please note that any reported trading results are not typical. Most traders lose money. It takes years of dedication, hard work, and discipline to learn how to trade, and individual results will vary. Trading is inherently risky. Before making any trades, remember to do your due diligence and never risk more than you can afford to lose.

The post Episode 199: Stephen Johnson Dishes ALL About His Journey to Full-Time Trader appeared first on SteadyTrade.com.

If 2020 was the year of the penny stock…

2021 is the year of the DOGE! Thanks to the one and only DOGE father (aka Elon Musk). 

For weeks, the DOGE father has been talking about this cryptocurrency. That has led to an incredible surge in its price.

Check it out … Dogecoin started this year under a penny. Earlier this week, it hit a high of over 60 cents. 

So with penny stocks so sluggish lately, it begs the question…

Is DOGE where all the new traders are moving their money? Tune in now to find out what two of your TWIST hosts think. 

Follow your hosts and today’s guest on Twitter to keep tabs on their trading journeys: 

• Jack Kellogg: @Jackaroo_Trades
• Kyle Williams: @traderkylec
• Matthew Monaco: @mono_trader

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What’s the best way to build your trading game? 

Everyone wants a strong bull market to last forever. Dollars dropping from the sky is a nice feeling … But none of that translates into trading longevity.

In this week’s SteadyTrade episode, hosts Kim Ann Curtin, Stephen Johnson, and Tim Bohen talk about the bad habits we can pick up when winning is easy.

Every trader knows the feeling of being a newbie. When starting out, everyone makes mistakes. And if the mistakes are big, you remember them for a long time. 

It’s a good thing, actually. Bohen thinks you should make mistakes you can’t forget. Think about it … If you forget the pain of a big loss, you’ll keep taking big risks. 

And there’s nothing inherently wrong with risk. It’s something every trader has to manage. The key is learning how much you can handle so you don’t get ahead of yourself. 

This week’s episode covers all the ins and outs of improving your trading game.

How Good Is Your Trading Game?

Bohen says we’re coming out of the craziest 14 months in stock market history. 2020 was the year that minted bag holders. It had retail traders diamond-handing meme stocks like GameStop Corp. (NYSE: GME).

Stephen agrees. Stocks going up nonstop rewarded a lot of bad trading behavior. And that’s something all traders have to manage — bad market habits. It’s stressful. It’s also why Stephen took up a new hobby to cope.

And Kim’s excited to hear about Stephen’s new hobby. She recommended it to him as a way to level up his trading game, and he’s taken off with it! Find out how Stephen’s working to improve his trading mindset. 

It’s been quite a journey for Kim and Stephen. She’s coached him through some of the roughest patches on his way up. Now, he reports he’s a consistent trader.* 

What a journey for Stephen! And he shares just how he grew his account. He also has wise words on what not to do as well. He’s learned from his mistakes. Listen up and learn what bad habits to avoid!

Is Intuition Enough?

Every now and then, you’ll find a trader who chalks up their success to intuition. But is intuition alone enough to help you level up your trading game? 

Bohen doesn’t think so. Even if you have the capital to trade large-cap stocks, you need a process. 

He remembers his early days, chasing after every ‘hot’ stock. For him, it was all catalyst and no trading plan. Then he found a mentor, Tim Sykes, to show him the ropes.

It was the same for Stephen. He says his mentor made the random numbers in the market less random. That helped Stephen find a framework. 

It’s all about structure and patterns. And Kim’s eager to be a part of it. She wants to know how part-time traders can level up their trading games too…

Kim also asks the guys how to find the right pattern. She’s so impressed with recent guest Mariana, her trading game, and her ability to find a pattern that felt right for her. 

Bohen has some advice for Kim about building a passion for trading. You don’t want to miss his speech on what it takes to commit. 

Plus, Stephen gives his input on finding the right pattern. Listen in for his top tips!

How Many Hours Do You Need to Put into Your Trading Game?

A popular theory says it takes 10,000 hours of practice to become an expert at anything. But does that apply to your trading game? 

It depends on the individual. Everyone has to practice until a concept clicks. How long that takes is different for everyone. It has to click mentally, emotionally, and in your gut.

Some people have the time and determination to put in long hours day after day. Those traders are incredible! But if you can’t put in crazy long study hours, can you still make trading work? 

Well, what matters is that you create a plan that works for you. Test it. Repeat it. Learn it like the back of your hand.

Things get juicy in this episode!  Kim asks Tim to give his top five lessons traders can learn to level up their trading games! Each answer is jam-packed with hard-won wisdom.

And Stephen shares his number-one tip for not blowing up trading accounts. He’s learned his lessons and come out ahead.* Now he wants others to do the same. 

Plus, hear Tim and Stephen weigh in on what matters most — technical indicators or fundamental analysis!

What Do You Think?

Have you found your go-to pattern? How do you work on your trading game? And what helps you learn from your mistakes? We’d love to hear what you think, so drop a comment. 

Remember: if we select your question or comment as an on-air topic, you could win a SteadyTrade mystery gift box. Leave a comment below or on YouTube!

Thanks for tuning in to the SteadyTrade podcast. Stay tuned for weekly episodes featuring the hottest topics for aspiring traders.

Into this episode? Please leave a review on iTunes.

Meet Our Hosts

Get to know Tim Bohen, Stephen Johnson, and Kim Ann Curtin here.

Follow our hosts on social media…

Tim Bohen

Twitter: @tbohen

Instagram: @tbohen

Stephen Johnson

Twitter: @Jonk87

Instagram: @stephenjonk87

Kim Ann Curtin

Twitter: @kimanncurtin

Instagram: @kimanncurtin

Disclaimer

*Please note that these kinds of trading results are not typical. Most traders lose money. It takes years of dedication, hard work, and discipline to learn how to trade, and individual results will vary. Trading is inherently risky. Before making any trades, remember to do your due diligence and never risk more than you can afford to lose.

The post Episode 198: Level Up Your Trading Game With These 5 Key Lessons appeared first on SteadyTrade.com.

What a year … 2021 will be one for the record books. 

Today, TWIST hosts Jack, Kyle, and Matt sit down with Dan Irish. Dan is Timothy Sykes’s latest millionaire student!*

Dan has a unique approach to the market — a grinder’s approach. 

According to his Profit.ly account, he’s made over 11,500 trades. That’s more than the three TWIST hosts combined, however…

At the end of the day, the only scoreboard that TRULY matters is your profit, right?

And we’re proud that Dan Irish is now a seven-figure trader.*

Be sure to take notes. This one is loaded with awesome trading tips. Enjoy!

Follow your hosts and today’s guest on Twitter to keep tabs on their trading journeys: 

• Jack Kellogg: @Jackaroo_Trades
• Kyle Williams: @traderkylec
• Matthew Monaco: @mono_trader
• Dan Irish: @DansGamePoker

*Please note that any reported trading results are not typical. Most traders lose money. It takes years of dedication, hard work, and discipline to learn how to trade, and individual results will vary. Trading is inherently risky. Before making any trades, remember to do your due diligence and never risk more than you can afford to lose.

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Can the stock market boom its way out of this recent lull? 2020 had us glued to our screens! But it seems the year-long frenzy is already a has-been…

In this week’s episode, hosts Kim Ann Curtin, Stephen Johnson, and Tim Bohen talk about the shift in the market. 

January 2021 still had us going. Stocks were riding high. Many traders thought the market boom would last forever. Then the choppiness set in. 

All of a sudden, gains weren’t a sure thing. But is the market just taking a spring break? Or is the sideways action a new trend of its own?

What’s an idle trader to do after a year of intense dedication? Well, for one you can prepare now for the inevitable comeback…

Remember, markets move in cycles. Eventually, the busy days will return. This week, the team shares the best ways to spend your time while the market mania takes a hiatus. 

When’s the Next Market Boom?

2020 was unlike anything any trader had ever seen. Bohen’s been in the game for more than a decade and he was blown away by all the green days. 

Some traders worked hard to capture as many opportunities as possible. In a market boom like no other, every trade counted.

But that style isn’t for everyone. Some people prefer to narrow down their watchlists. Even so, having more opportunities than you need feels pretty amazing. And it can accelerate your growth.

So what do you do when things slow down? And how long will they stay slow? 

Many traders wonder if it’s a matter of running out of luck… 

Kim doesn’t think so. Not after what she read in Andreessen Horowitz’s blog ‘“Buy and Hold” No More: The Resurgence of Active Trading.” 

Turns out, many Americans think they’re savvier than the next trader. And this overconfidence brings more active traders to the market. It might just be this self-fulfilling prophecy that creates another market boom.

And the trend has been increasing over time. Once you catch the trading bug, it’s hard to quit. So what exactly will it take to bring everyone back to their screens?

What Do You Do During a Lull?

Let’s check in with our hosts to see how they’re handling this slowdown…

Stephen says he feels disappointed with the one-and-done nature of WallStreetBets and GameStop Corp. (NYSE: GME). It seems it was a once-in-a-decade event, and he had hopes it would happen again. 

So he wonders if after all the media buzz the hedge funds won after all. Are we back to the status quo?

As for Bohen, he remembers when the market shifted around 2015. He was happy shorting one-day runners until volume suddenly exploded.

“Guys left their Goldman Sachs desks to push around low-float stocks.” When you’re focused on small-cap stocks, $10 million in a trading account is more than enough.

But the market always changes, and you have to be ready for it. Bohen took advantage of the slow market to escape the grind and vacation with his family. He reports they loved every minute of it! His wife is a social butterfly. They loved chatting up strangers and seeing people smile in the Florida sun.

Kim’s looking forward to a vacation of her own in September. And she got vaccinated on a lark when she got a tip about extras at a pharmacy. She’s also celebrating the success of her own Instagram Live sessions. 

Kim’s touched to see the traders in her community finding buddies and supporting each other. Whether we’re in a market boom or a market lull, it’s great to find friends who trade.

No Market Boom? Protect Your Gains

It’s not easy for everyone to take a break and enjoy the downtime. Stephen finds himself “d-gen trading” (d-gen is code for degenerate). He says he can’t help being addicted to the trading desk. 

And while his latest trade didn’t go well, there was a reason for him to believe it could. Listen in to find out which stock Stephen traded and why Bohen agreed it had great potential, even though it didn’t pan out. 

While it’s tempting to trade anything that looks like an opportunity in a slow market, Bohen’s learned to manage his d-gen habits and walk away. 

As a recovering trade-a-holic, he says he hasn’t defeated overtrading. Instead, he manages it. And becoming a trading teacher was a big part of what helped him. Find out what inspired him to mentor other traders through their own dark times. 

Kim is also a big fan of education. She believes there’s always more you can learn. Sometimes you need to stop being active in the market and start absorbing new information. Find out which topics she thinks traders would be wise to learn more about. 

This episode is jam-packed with trading wisdom and personal journeys. Listen in and prepare yourself for the next market boom. Plus, Kim and Tim share why they think the lull won’t last!

What Do You Think?

Do you have patience during the lulls? Are you itching for the next boom? What keeps you busy when things are slow? We’d love to hear what you think, so drop a comment. 

Remember: if we select your question or comment as an on-air topic, you could win a SteadyTrade mystery gift box. Leave a comment below or on YouTube!

Thanks for tuning in to the SteadyTrade podcast. Stay tuned for weekly episodes featuring the hottest topics for aspiring traders.

Into this episode? Please leave a review on iTunes.

Meet Our Hosts

Get to know Tim Bohen, Stephen Johnson, and Kim Ann Curtin here.

Follow our hosts on social media…

Tim Bohen

Twitter: @tbohen

Instagram: @tbohen

Stephen Johnson

Twitter: @Jonk87

Instagram: @stephenjonk87

Kim Ann Curtin

Twitter: @kimanncurtin

Instagram: @kimanncurtin

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WTF is WIKFATW?

In the words of our cynical short-selling expert Kyle Williams, TWIST is now officially called… 

What Is Kyle Frustrated About This Week 

That’s WIKFATW for short. 

No, TWIST isn’t really opting for a rebrand, but now’s a perfect time to discuss the latest trading challenges. Today, the TWIST hosts discuss different ways to approach this “new” market.

Sure, the hosts have been talking about a slow down for months. But now that it’s officially here, the adjustment period is, well, difficult. 

And, despite our hosts treading water, many traders are struggling to adapt. 

If that rings especially true to your situation, then this episode is for you. 

Tune in and enjoy. 

Follow your hosts and today’s guest on Twitter to keep tabs on their trading journeys: 

• Jack Kellogg: @Jackaroo_Trades
• Kyle Williams: @traderkylec
• Matthew Monaco: @mono_trader

*Please note that any reported trading results are not typical. Most traders lose money. It takes years of dedication, hard work, and discipline to learn how to trade, and individual results will vary. Trading is inherently risky. Before making any trades, remember to do your due diligence and never risk more than you can afford to lose.

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Can fear of missing out (FOMO) take NFT stocks back to new highs? 

In this week’s episode, hosts Kim Ann Curtin, Stephen Johnson, and Tim Bohen talk about hot sector manias. The NFT stock craze takes center stage.

Tim’s been around a long time. He’s seen this kind of thing play out again and again. But what makes each craze different from the next one? Is it possible to predict when they’ll start and end? 

NFTs (non-fungible tokens, if you didn’t already know) hit a fever pitch recently. And stocks issuing press releases related to NFTs took off. But will an NFT stock have what it takes to run again? 

Check out what Kim, Stephen, and Tim had to say about the latest craze in this week’s episode of the SteadyTrade podcast!

Plus, Kim’s book “Transforming Wall Street: A Conscious Path for a New Future” is now an Audiobook! And she says she found the sexiest and most compelling book narrator you’ve ever heard.

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NFT Stock Mania: Trend or Fad?

It started when digital artist Beeple sold his NFT artwork. “Everydays: the First 5000 Days” sold for a whopping $69 million! Kudos to that guy — but how crazy is that?

NFTs are essentially a digital file of an artist’s work. They come with a certificate of authentication that states it’s an original creation by the artist. But why are they worth so much?

Tim thinks the hype around them is nothing new. And he recommends one of his favorite books: “Extraordinary Popular Delusions and The Madness of Crowds” by Charles Mackay.

It provides tons of insights for traders who want to understand hot sector mania.

The NFT stock madness reminds Tim of the Dutch tulip mania in particular. Tune in to hear how it provides clues about what’s happening right now…

We’ve all been there, right? Tim has. And he understands the madness firsthand. He says he once paid a guy $500 to save his place in line for a Nintendo Wii!

So what is it about human nature that drives obsession over one specific thing? Is there something we can all relate to going on? And how do we play to win?

The team breaks down exactly what they think is going on in this week’s episode.

NFT Stock Lessons: Greed Is Normal

Bohen says, “greed is the great equalizer.” It doesn’t matter if you’re naturally smart, educated, or not the smartest tool in the toolbox. Age, gender, or race have no exemptions … Greed affects everyone.

Stephen agrees. He says nothing creates more opportunity than a hot sector. The plays keep coming, generating fresh bursts of trading enthusiasm.

If you miss the leader, a fresh new opportunity is on its way. The same thing can happen with an NFT stock.

Takung Art (NYSE: TKAT) was the leader in the NFT stock sector, the first to associate itself with NFTs. Over the course of its popularity, it gained around 800%!

But what if you missed TKAT? How do you find the sympathy plays that follow the leader? And do they produce amazing gains as well?

The team covers the ebb and flow of hot sectors and the NFT craze. And Tim shares what he thinks has to happen next for an NFT stock to take off again.

Plus, will Stephen throw his hat in the ring and join the craze? Will he buy his first NFT artwork?

This Time Will Be Different

Even when greed leads you astray, there’s something in humans that makes us want to believe: “This time could be different.” Tim says it’s how billion-dollar Vegas casinos make their money.

Stephen understands the mentality. He says it goes like this: “Even if you lose over your entire lifetime, today could be your lucky day. And you might never have to play again.” Whether it’s an NFT stock or a slot machine, the motivation is the same.

Kim’s seen this behavior in action too. It’s the mindset that’s kept people playing shell games in New York City since she was a little girl — and well before then. People think they might be the exception to the rule.

She calls it the “intermittent reward system.” If you win sometimes, or if you see someone else win once, that’s all it takes to believe it’s possible. And you’ll accept the consequences of losing for the hope of winning.

Tim recommends reading “The War of Art” by Steven Pressfield to get your head on straight. It’s written for artists but the mindset it drills in is exactly what a stock trader needs to know to stay in the game.

Find out what the secret to staying power is before you trade your next NFT stock, all in this week’s episode!

What Do You Think?

So what do you think of hot sector plays? Have they worked for or against you? Do you have an NFT stock on your watchlist? We’d love to hear what you think, so drop a comment. 

Remember: if we select your question or comment as an on-air topic, you could win a SteadyTrade mystery gift box. Leave a comment below or on YouTube!

Thanks for tuning in to the SteadyTrade podcast. Stay tuned for weekly episodes featuring the hottest topics for aspiring traders.

Into this episode? Please leave a review on iTunes.

Meet Our Hosts

Get to know Tim Bohen, Stephen Johnson, and Kim Ann Curtin here.

Follow our hosts on social media…

Tim Bohen

Twitter: @tbohen

Instagram: @tbohen

Stephen Johnson

Twitter: @Jonk87

Instagram: @stephenjonk87

Kim Ann Curtin

Twitter: @kimanncurtin

Instagram: @kimanncurtin

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In this week’s episode of TWIST, Matthew Monaco is out. So guest host Bryce Tuohey subs in to join Kyle Williams and Jack Kellogg. 

Tune in as Kyle, Jack, and Bryce discuss the changing market and how well they’re adapting. 

It’s a WEIRD market out there. What can you do to adapt? Learn from our hosts as they dig into some of their recent trades. Check out how these plays are a direct representation of the overall market conditions and see why it’s so important to stay safe now more than ever. 

If you’re having a tough month, know that you’re not alone. Remember: protect!

Follow your hosts and today’s guest on Twitter to keep tabs on their trading journeys:

• Jack Kellogg: @Jackaroo_Trades
• Kyle Williams: @traderkylec
• Bryce Tuohey: @TraderBryce
• Matthew Monaco: @mono_trader

The post Ep 44: Protect, Protect, Protect! appeared first on SteadyTrade.com.

It’s never easy to start from scratch. It takes a lot of hard work and support from the right people to reach breakout success. Jack Kellogg built a solid foundation that allowed him to do exactly that.*

In this week’s episode, hosts Kim Ann Curtin, Stephen Johnson, and Tim Bohen welcome Jack back to the podcast. Today, they get the lowdown on what it took for this incredible trader to get ahead at a young age.

Tim loves Jack’s ability to hustle. He applies focus and determination to everything he does. Even when he started out as a valet building up funds for his trading account!

Jack credits his tolerance for stress and the foundation of support he built. He breaks down how both helped him level up his trades and his life.

Listen in to find out how he designed his roadmap for success on this week’s SteadyTrade podcast!

Build a Foundation for Success

Jack started his trading career by searching for the right mentors to model. And it took him a while to find the best fit for him.

He spoke to many successful traders. Jack even followed Tim Grittani but couldn’t click with his strategies.

Then he spoke to another trader who told Jack about his unbelievable breakout success. This trader detailed how he made huge gains in the market. And it sparked inspiration for Jack. Seeing the way his mind operated gave Jack the sense that he’d find his own process soon.

Something unlocked in Jack’s mind. And he shares all the nuggets of wisdom that inspired him to create strategies that worked for him. That includes building a community of peers to share them with.

He found like-minded traders in friends Kyle, Matt, and girlfriend Mariana. They’d call each other to discuss trades. In doing so, they built a sense of camaraderie together.

In time, he made himself a multi-millionaire, currently at $6.3 million* and still going strong. And his peer group found their own breakout success as well.*

So what kept him motivated along the way? Jack shares every moment of his path to breakout success.

(*Please note that these kinds of trading results are not typical. Most traders lose money. It takes years of dedication, hard work, and discipline to learn how to trade, and individual results will vary. Trading is inherently risky. Before making any trades, remember to do your due diligence and never risk more than you can afford to lose.)

Push Your Limits

Jack saw his age as an advantage. Being young, he knew he could push his body further to meet his goals and bounce back.

He was willing to pack on the stress to reach those goals. And he did face some health challenges along the way. He even battled mono and strep throat at the same time!

You have to be ready to take what the market gives you. When the market’s hot, you have to give your all. You never know when it will end.

Jack knew this all too well. Many traders took the summer of 2019 off because it was too slow. But he stuck it out.

He put in the screen time, tracked his trades, and refined his process. When the market picked up, he was ready for it! And he continued to optimize his trades.

There were a couple of key areas he focused on to improve his trades. Tune in as he shares all the details that led to his breakout success.

Strike a Balance

You can push yourself when you need to. But you also have to be able to bounce back. Otherwise, you run the risk of burning out.

Jack’s still burning bright. And he’s learned a lot from his first leg of breakout success.

For one, he’s learned to take a day off. And he hired a personal chef to enjoy healthy meals. Plus he’s stretching his shoulders and body regularly. All sitting and no standing can make Jack a dull boy. Nobody wants that!

He’s focused on “multiple support beams” to hold up his foundation now. He’s killing it in the stock market* and thriving in life. And he’s eager to share his wisdom on “health, wealth, love, and happiness.”

Plus, he’s partnered with Kyle on an exciting new StocksToTrade feature! The new Breakouts and Breakdowns educational alert program gets into the nitty-gritty of supernova breakout patterns.

It’s where Jack and Kyle provide members with alerts, commentary, and monthly webinars. They’re dedicated to helping students get their process down pat.

What Do You Think?

What are the four pillars of your foundation? How do you stay balanced in a crazy market? When did you realize trading was the right path for you? Have you reached a level of breakout success? We’d love to hear what you think, so drop a comment. 

Remember: if we select your question or comment as an on-air topic, you could win a SteadyTrade mystery gift box. Leave a comment below or on YouTube!

Thanks for tuning in to the SteadyTrade podcast. Stay tuned for weekly episodes featuring the hottest topics for aspiring traders.

Into this episode? Please leave a review on iTunes.

Meet Our Hosts

Get to know Tim Bohen, Stephen Johnson, and Kim Ann Curtin here.

Follow our guest and hosts on social media…

Jack Kellogg 

Twitter: @Jackaroo_Trades

Profit.ly: https://profit.ly/user/Jackaroo

Tim Bohen

Twitter: @tbohen

Instagram: @tbohen

Stephen Johnson

Twitter: @Jonk87

Instagram: @stephenjonk87

Kim Ann Curtin

Twitter: @kimanncurtin

Instagram: @kimanncurtin

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Trader Mariana knows trading ambition. She is, after all, the first female millionaire in Tim Sykes’ Trading Challenge.*

And you can get a sneak peek of Mariana’s dedication … Hosts Kim Ann Curtin and Stephen Johnson welcome her as today’s guest!

Mariana joined Tim Sykes’ Trading Challenge shortly after high school and hit the ground running. She’s also a longtime listener of the SteadyTrade podcast.

Ambitious from the get-go, she was eager to make her mark. Once she committed to trading as a profession, she locked in. 

But steady ambition doesn’t make trading any easier — especially without many female trader role models.

Mariana adapted. She made a friend and found herself inspired by the trading ambition of her peers.

Get a taste of her unstoppable force in this week’s SteadyTrade podcast!

(*Please note that these kinds of trading results are not typical. Most traders lose money. It takes years of dedication, hard work, and discipline to learn how to trade, and individual results will vary. Trading is inherently risky. Before making any trades, remember to do your due diligence and never risk more than you can afford to lose.)

Trading Ambition: Are Winners Born Or Made?

Mariana credits her family for their unwavering support of her trading goals. In fact, it was her father that encouraged her to skip college altogether!

He wanted her to have a career that would guarantee her independence. And he didn’t see any university as the key to making that happen. That’s a pretty cool dad!

A self-employed long-term investor, he was no stranger to taking risks. When Mariana told him about Tim Sykes’ Trading Challenge, he was all for it. 

He didn’t understand the method. But if Mariana saw it as a path to freedom, he was all for it. Especially if it would help her find a trading ambition that could match his own.

Mariana’s mother hoped she would go down a predictable route, like becoming a doctor or a lawyer. But she still supported Mariana’s choices. 

Don’t you wish all families supported trading ambition like that? 

Find out the winner’s mindset both her parents have that inspired Mariana’s success at a young age. 

Can You Choose to Turn Pro?

Mariana wasn’t sold on trading from the start. It took time for her to absorb the process and decide it was the right path for her.

She started watching hours and hours of Sykes’ videos. And felt overwhelmed by information overload. Then she took a break from the idea of a trading career.

The following year she went to Sykes’ Trader & Investor Summit in person. It changed her life for good. When she saw real live traders sharing their lessons, it felt more achievable.

But she didn’t start out loving stocks. She says she didn’t have the passion — she had to build it.

The more effort she put into her trading, the more affinity she felt for the process itself. She decided that for her, it was the best path to a career with built-in freedom.*

Mariana allowed herself to make mistakes. Instead of putting pressure on herself, she accepted the learning curves. She knew it would take time to build a career.

Then she followed game-changing advice … Tune in to find out what helped her level up with confidence.

Trading Ambition: Focus on the Process to Achieve the Goal 

Mariana spent a few months learning the process and developing as a trader. She wasn’t sure how far she wanted to take it. But she kept plugging away.

Along the way, things crystalized for her. For one, she realized she joined the Trading Challenge for a reason. And she wanted to meet a specific goal — to become a millionaire in two to three years.*

And there was one unique stock that finally took her account over the million-dollar profit mark.* On a day she wasn’t expecting it to happen!

Mariana is a stickler for the rules. She refines her process every step of the way.

When the market slows down, her trading ambition turns into trading discipline. She doesn’t take reckless trades out of boredom. In fact, she takes fewer trades than many of her peers.

She shares the lowdown on her monthly trade count and the number-one rule she follows to protect profits on slow days.

Find out what trading edge she’s working on next and her top four rules for staying consistent. It’s all in this week’s episode!

What Do You Think?

What does it take for you to commit to a goal? What inspires you to stay on the path? What keeps your trading ambition fresh? We’d love to hear what you think, so drop a comment. 

Remember: if we select your question or comment as an on-air topic, you could win a SteadyTrade mystery gift box. Leave a comment below or on YouTube!

Thanks for tuning in to the SteadyTrade podcast. Stay tuned for weekly episodes featuring the hottest topics for aspiring traders.

Into this episode? Please leave a review on iTunes.

Meet Our Hosts

Get to know Tim Bohen, Stephen Johnson, and Kim Ann Curtin here.

Follow our guest and hosts on social media…

Mariana 

Twitter: @Mari_trades

Tim Bohen

Twitter: @tbohen

Instagram: @tbohen

Stephen Johnson

Twitter: @Jonk87

Instagram: @stephenjonk87

Kim Ann Curtin

Twitter: @kimanncurtin

Instagram: @kimanncurtin

The post Episode 194: Jaw-Dropping Trading Ambition With Millionaire Trader Mariana* appeared first on SteadyTrade.com.

Ever wondered how traders use the SteadyTrade Team mentorship community to hone their go-to chart patterns?

Today, you can get an inside glimpse as hosts Kim Ann Curtin, Stephen Johnson, and Tim Bohen welcome guest Will Beebe.

This trader shares his top chart patterns, trading process, and much more. And yep, he’s a member of the SteadyTrade Team and an active participant in the chat room.

Will spent three and a half years honing his trading skills on his own. With a B.A. in economics and a minor in accounting, he thought he’d have a leg up on other traders… But trading is a whole different beast!

That’s why he pursued a trading education with the SteadyTrade Team. He knew it was the right path to take him to the next level. 

He’s now a full-time trader who loves the process of learning and sharing his top tips with others.

Check out what he shares in this episode of the SteadyTrade podcast!

Can Chart Patterns Help You Succeed?

Pro traders have a handful of go-to patterns in their toolkit. They know what works for them and what doesn’t. 

You have to find what works for you. It’s the only way to narrow down your stock search. And it’s how you discover the right opportunities for your setups.  

Tim Bohen agrees. The most important thing is focus! If you jump around all the time, it’s harder to tell how sharp your skills are. Was it you that failed … or the market? 

When you know your chart patterns in and out, you can make that call faster. If you don’t take action to close a losing trade, it’s time for you to work on discipline. It’s not the market’s fault. 

And you should improve at taking profits too. So you won’t hold on too long. And you won’t let greed take your earnings from you. 

We’ve all seen breakouts turn to fakeouts. It’s not pretty. But with practice, Will found a way to make breakout pullbacks work for him!

Bohen approves of Will’s strategy. It’s aggressive, but if you know what you’re doing, it’s a good play. And it can add good risk management to a standard breakout chart pattern. 

And it’s based on one of Bohen’s all-time favorite chart patterns! The SteadyTrade Team analyzes the nitty-gritty details of Will’s winning trade…

How Important Is Work Ethic?

Traders are in the game for the potential freedom, right? We don’t want a 9-to-5 or a boss. We want to do as we please!

But do we always get to choose? After all, the market can be pretty unpredictable. If you come and go as you please, you might not know what’s going on when you come back to your screen. 

Will reminds us you also have to be coachable. You can’t assume you already know everything about the market. You have to learn what’s hot now and adapt. 

And Will knows what it’s like to learn something new. He went from being in the military to studying at Oregon State University. He then seasoned his accounting skills. 

From there, he became a trader and later joined the SteadyTrade Team. Will even spent many hours watching market makers affect stock positions! This made him a more confident trader.

He applies his can-do attitude to trading by treating it like a business. He’s happy to put in the hours. And he sees his mind as a clean slate, eager to learn more. But it wasn’t always easy…

Finding the right process was a game-changer. When you’re on the right path, it’s easier to stay devoted.

Find out the number one strategy that took his trades from hit or miss to home runs!

What Motivates A Winner? 

No one likes to lose money. It just doesn’t feel good. But sometimes the excitement of a trade can get the better of us. Stephen’s been down that road more than once. 

But everyone has their limits. Coming up against your pain thresholds can take you in a new direction. You have to get to a point where you say “enough is enough.” 

When Will started out, he made all the mistakes newbies make. He followed alerts without knowing the why behind them. He winged it. He boomed and busted. 

When he started watching YouTube, he realized he needed a proper trading education. That’s when he decided to join the SteadyTrade Team. 

Will says, “change happens when the consequences are more than you can bear.” Thankfully, it only takes most traders one or two painful losses to change bad habits.

Bohen agrees. He got tired of throwing up on his keyboard over margin calls. The stress of short selling was too much to bear. So he turned long for good. 

It turned out there was so much to learn from long chart patterns … and he shares his winning strategies in this week’s episode.

What Do You Think?

What are your favorite chart patterns? Do you notice changes in them from day to day? What keeps you motivated to stay in the game? We’d love to hear what you think, so drop a comment. 

Remember: if we select your question or comment as an on-air topic, you could win a SteadyTrade mystery gift box. Leave a comment below or on YouTube!

Thanks for tuning in to the SteadyTrade podcast. Stay tuned for weekly episodes featuring the hottest topics for aspiring traders.

Into this episode? Please leave a review on iTunes.

Meet Our Hosts

Get to know Tim Bohen, Stephen Johnson, and Kim Ann Curtin here.

Follow our guest and hosts on social media…

Will Beebe

Twitter: @william_beebe

Instagram: @williambeebe37

Tim Bohen

Twitter: @tbohen

Instagram: @tbohen

Stephen Johnson

Twitter: @Jonk87

Instagram: @stephenjonk87

Kim Ann Curtin

Twitter: @kimanncurtin

Instagram: @kimanncurtin

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TWIST brings on another special guest this week — Brock. 

Brock started trading in 2017 when he first signed up for Tim Alerts.

Like many new traders, he believed the path to riches was easy… 

So Brock decided to dig deep. He joined Tim Sykes’ Trading Challenge and worked hard at his strategy for three years to become a consistently profitable trader.* 

Then, when he recognized the opportunity in 2021, he sized up BIG. 

The result? He reports having a huge January — 20x his previous best month! Check out his Profit.ly chart here.

Again, this did NOT happen overnight for Brock. And, unlike the TWIST hosts, he did it while raising a family. Kudos to Brock!

Time to dig into Brock’s incredible journey … Buckle up!

Follow your hosts and today’s guest on Twitter to keep tabs on their trading journeys: 

• Jack Kellogg: @Jackaroo_Trades
• Kyle Williams: @traderkylec
• Matthew Monaco: @mono_trader
• Brock: @beerock42

*Please note that any reported trading results are not typical. Most traders lose money. It takes years of dedication, hard work, and discipline to learn how to trade, and individual results will vary. Trading is inherently risky. Before making any trades, remember to do your due diligence and never risk more than you can afford to lose.

The post TWIST: Quickly or Intelligently With Brock appeared first on SteadyTrade.com.

How do traders find trading discipline — and then hang onto it?

Today hosts Kim Ann Curtin, Stephen Johnson, and Tim Bohen interview Victoria, aka “Crown” in the SteadyTrade Team chat room.

This up-and-coming trader in the SteadyTrade Team community is no stranger to discipline. She played professional volleyball before taking a job at Fox Sports. Then while on a vacation, she met a day trader while playing blackjack — and her life plans changed for good. 

After tracking high percent gainers on her own, she got into Tim Sykes’ Pennystocking Silver and then decided to join the SteadyTrade Team.

Victoria’s quite the go-getter. So what kept her hooked on the risky journey of trading? And how does she maintain discipline in a chaotic market? 

Tune in to this week’s SteadyTrade podcast to find out!

How Victoria Finds Her Trading Discipline 

When markets are non-stop green like in 2020, it’s easy to think that tendies fall from the sky. Who needs trading discipline when all bets are winners … right? 

Some traders find out the hard way … The more you juggle, the harder it is to focus. And it’s not just that. Once the market slows down, throwing money at stocks to see what sticks won’t work at all. 

Victoria loves trading because it doesn’t let you off the hook. “You get what you put into it,” she tells our hosts. It’s not about who you know — it’s about how hard you’re willing to study and work. 

Of course, how the market behaves is out of our control. So what can you control? Your discipline!

That’s why Victoria always makes sure to put in a morning workout before her trading day. It helps her stay focused and improves her discipline in all aspects of life. 

And even after steady progress in trading, she still puts in 10 hours of study time every week. That’s trading discipline, all right. 

She says that level of commitment helped her go pro. And she reports she’s been going strong for a couple of years, day in and day out.

Victoria even applies trading discipline to position sizing. Everyone wants to conquer the PDT (pattern day trader) rule. But Victoria thinks it pays to start small. Don’t size up until your percent gains do.

Stephen agrees. The more you trade, the more risk you take on. That means more challenges to your trading discipline.

So how does a trader keep winning? For Victoria, it’s focusing on the right patterns. Tune in to find out her favorite patterns as a beginner and now as an experienced trader.

Trading Discipline and Remembering Losers

Everyone loves to bask in the glory of big wins. They boost confidence. They make you feel like the trading journey is worth it. But is overconfidence the enemy of trading discipline?

Victoria thinks so. And she keeps a “losing journal” dedicated to her losing trades. 

Tim Bohen thinks that’s great. He wants to remember his losers the most. Why? He wants to remember what not to do again! “Cherish your biggest f*** up. ‘Cause you can lose over and over again, but you won’t mess up like that again.”

Even Stephen agrees. “Look at what’s wrong always, not just when you’re losing. If you get sloppy with success, success starts to fade without you even knowing.”

And sometimes winning is an art. One trader’s win is another trader’s edge to push. Is it a win to take quick profits even if you could’ve held for larger gains? Is it good trading discipline? The team shares their thoughts…

Plus, Victoria thinks adapting is the most important factor in turning pro. She sees newbie traders hold out for 1:3 risk/reward gains and lose all their potential gains. Part of trading discipline is accepting what the market has to offer you. 

If your stock isn’t in play anymore, get out fast! Don’t wait for it to head all the way down to your stop. Be a sniper. Get in and get out quickly! Any profit is better than a loss. 

Victoria details her best strategies, like…

Being Patient

A huge part of discipline is staying patient. Trust in your ability to succeed over the long term. 

Make sure you have a stable foundation of cash before you jump in full-time. Victoria started out with savings from her professional volleyball days. 

Most people start out with a part-time or full-time job. There’s no shame in that whatsoever. 

In fact, Bohen thinks it’s a smart thing to do. Take some of the pressure off your need to win by having another source of income. 

Traders ask him all the time when they should quit their jobs. What if trading is distracting them too much? His advice? Don’t leave until they fire ya!

For real. Make trading discipline your number-one goal. But don’t drop all your other goals until you’re absolutely sure you’ll be just fine. And there’s plenty more trading and life advice where that came from!

What Do You Think?

What keeps your trading discipline in top shape? Do you keep a losing journal? How do you celebrate your wins? We’d love to hear what you think, so drop a comment. 

Remember: if we select your question or comment as an on-air topic, you could win a SteadyTrade mystery gift box. Leave a comment below or on YouTube!

Thanks for tuning in to the SteadyTrade podcast. Stay tuned for weekly episodes featuring the hottest topics for aspiring traders.

Into this episode? Please leave a review on iTunes.

Meet Our Hosts

Get to know Tim Bohen, Stephen Johnson, and Kim Ann Curtin here.

Follow our hosts on social media…

Victoria Prince

Instagram: @CrownV_16

Tim Bohen

Twitter: @tbohen

Instagram: @tbohen

Stephen Johnson

Twitter: @Jonk87

Instagram: @stephenjonk87

Kim Ann Curtin

Twitter: @kimanncurtin

Instagram: @kimanncurtin

The post Episode 192: How to Build Trading Discipline and Keep It — With Trader Victoria Prince appeared first on SteadyTrade.com.

Today’s special guest, Timothy Sykes has a hot new trading indicator — DWAP.

Don’t know this one? DWAP stands for dollar-weighted average profit. But what exactly does it do?

You’ll have to tune in to find out. And to hear Sykes make a great point at the TWIST hosts’ expense. Here’s just a little tease … Sykes thinks they’ve gotten lazy. 

How lazy? Well, they missed the best opportunities of the day. 

Time for top trading mentor Tim Sykes to instill some trading basics. Have the TWIST hosts forgotten all the lessons that helped them become millionaire traders?* And can Sykes pull them back to trading reality? 

Dig into the episode now — you don’t want to miss it.

Follow your hosts on Twitter to keep tabs on their journeys in trading: 

• Jack Kellogg: @Jackaroo_Trades
• Kyle Williams: @traderkylec
• Matthew Monaco: @mono_trader