Traders Mastermind

Sponsored by  Pepperstone Progress in trading isn’t smooth or predictable. Here’s why effort and results don’t line up… and why that’s just part of the game.

Sponsored by  Pepperstone You didn’t exit too early. You had the wrong mindset. In this episode, I break down  mindset matching...  aligning your mindset with the market and the structure you’re trading. Grinding trends and momentum moves look similar, but they demand very different mental calibrations. Get this wrong, and even good trades fall apart!

Sponsored by  Pepperstone In this episode, I break down the three non-negotiable steps I’ve seen work again and again for traders who finally stop spinning their wheels and start making real progress. We cover how to define your trading North Star, how to reverse engineer your edge into focused daily work, and how to review your performance properly... without over-analysing or burning yourself ou...

Sponsored by  Pepperstone A short Christmas check-in to wrap up the year, share a few trading reflections, and say thank you before we reset for January. No lessons, no predictions... just an honest end-of-year reflection. Merry Christmas

Sponsored by  Pepperstone Have you ever seen the film  Zulu ? It’s not really a war film. It’s a lesson in discipline under pressure. In this episode, I break down what the Battle of Rorke’s Drift teaches us about trading… why structure beats strength, why survival matters more than heroics, and why holding the line is often the real edge. A calm look at discipline, risk, and behaviour when things...

Sponsored by  Pepperstone Forget the tech. Forget the tribalism. Mark digs into the behaviour around crypto, how narratives form, how they collapse, and why traders should stay observers, not disciples.

Sponsored by  Pepperstone Ever wondered why floor traders thrived? It wasn’t the bright jackets!... it was their clarity of edge. In this episode, Mark breaks down what their real advantage was and how modern traders can apply the same principle today.

Sponsored by  Pepperstone In this short Budget Day briefing, I break down the setups, the traps, the tone shifts that move cable, and the oddball trades that can appear when the market misprices Reeves’ announcements.

Sponsored by Pepperstone Most traders don’t fail in year one, they fail in year two. In this episode I break down why traders stall, burn out or blow up in that 12–24 month window, and how to make sure you’re one of the few who actually push through and build consistency.

Sponsored by Pepperstone Most traders swing between two extremes: trading so small it doesn’t matter… or trading so big it destroys their ability to think clearly. In this episode, we break down how to actually find the sweet spot... the size that engages you, keeps you disciplined, and doesn’t sabotage your edge. Plus, the two phases every trader must go through before scaling up.

Sponsored by Pepperstone You took a trade you shouldn’t have… moved the stop… oversized… maybe all three. Now you’re staring at a red number and feeling disgusted with yourself. Here’s the thing: that emotional spiral is where traders get wrecked... or rise. This episode is about what to  actually  do when you’ve just messed up… and how the best traders break the cycle before it breaks them.

Sponsored by Pepperstone You’ve got the idea. The backdrop lines up. You know what you  want  to do… But you’re waiting for that perfect trigger... and before you know it, the move’s already gone. In this episode, Mark breaks down the concept of the  feeler position,  a small, early entry that keeps you aligned with the trade idea while managing risk. We explore: When to use a feeler trade (and wh...

Sponsored by: Pepperstone There are two types of traders I see stuck in the same painful cycle... and they couldn’t be more different. One’s a gunslinger: fast, aggressive, and emotional. The other’s a technician: precise, rule-based, and controlled. In this episode, I dive into what each type is missing, how to spot which one you are, and what to do to finally get your edge working. If you’re stu...

Sponsored by  Pepperstone Sometimes, intelligence works  against  you in the market. In this episode, I share two stories... Isaac Newton and Mike Ashley, both brilliant men humbled by price. A reminder that no matter how clever you are, price is king.

Sponsored by Pepperstone Want to catch a liquidity rug pull  before  it unfolds? In this episode, I walkthrough my TradingView setup for spotting potential turning points in markets like gold, without being glued to your screen. You’ll learn how to set alerts for range expansions, prior day lows, key volatility shifts, and more. Perfect for traders who want to prepare for big intraday or multi-day...

Sponsored by Pepperstone UK traders — this one’s for you. Is spread betting truly tax-free? What if it’s your  only  income? What if you’re making  serious  money from it? In this episode, I break down the  latest 2025 HMRC updates  on spread betting and taxation, including some surprising clarifications buried in their official guidance. You’ll discover: Why spread bets are treated differently fr...

Sponsored by  Pepperstone Ever wondered what your broker really does with your trade once you hit “buy”? Are they hedging it? Taking the other side? Betting against you? In this episode, I break down the difference between A-booking and B-booking, explains how most modern brokers actually manage risk, and answers the question that matters most:  should you even care? You’ll learn: What A-book and...

Sponsored by  Pepperstone Forget the generic trading advice. In this episode, I share twelve unusual tips that sound strange at first — but can transform the way you trade. From kitchen timers and standing desks, to hiding your P&L and levelling up life outside the charts, these are the offbeat tweaks that sharpen discipline, reduce mistakes, and keep you focused on what really matters: buildi...

Sponsored by  Pepperstone Are you chopping yourself up trading both long and short in the same session? In this episode, I dive into a powerful but often overlooked idea from legendary traders like Wyckoff, Linda Raschke, and Toby Crabel: aligning with  one  side of the market — and staying there. Could this old-school approach be your unlock to clearer decisions, better trades, and more consisten...

Sponsored by  Pepperstone Imagine trading with your future self watching over your shoulder. Every click, every stop move, every hesitation — exposed. Would they nod in approval, or wince in frustration? In this episode, I break down the Trader’s Mirror Test and how this quirky mental exercise can change the way you see your trading forever.

Sponsored by Pepperstone . Is your stop loss helping you—or hurting you? The textbook says “set it and forget it,” but real-world trading isn’t always that simple. In this episode, I explore alternative ways to manage risk: scaling out, discretionary cuts, wide circuit-breaker stops, and active intraday adjustments. If you’ve ever felt like tight stops kill good trades—or wide stops dig bigger hol...

Sponsored by Pepperstone You’re in a winning trade. Price is moving in your favour. The temptation to add size kicks in… but one wrong move and that green trade turns red — fast. In this episode, I break down the  art and science  of scaling into a winner: Why adding can supercharge your P&L — or destroy a solid trade How to avoid emotional adds that wreck your average entry Frameworks for add...

Sponsored by Pepperstone Prop trading is booming in 2025… but it’s also messier than ever. In this episode, I break down: The reality of the top firms and their business model The rule changes designed to stop both trader and firm scams Why payouts get refused (and how to avoid it) When prop trading makes sense… and when you’re better off going solo Whether you’re thinking of taking your first ch...

Sponsored by Pepperstone After years of making big gains… and giving them all back… Swedish trader Arno has finally broken the boom-and-bust cycle. In this raw and tactical conversation, he shares exactly how he’s transformed his trading — from mindset shifts to scaling strategies — to pull in multiple prop firm payouts, including a near $50K month. We dive into: The mental reset that stopped the...

Sponsored by Pepperstone In this episode, we break down the 4 stages of a trader’s evolution — from complete beginner to consistent profitability and beyond. Whether you’re just getting started, stuck in the middle, or ready to scale up, this is your roadmap. You’ll learn: That each stage  really  feels like The most common traps traders fall into How to know exactly where  you  are The mindset +...