B The Trader

Meet Meeko a young trader who had a great month followed by two crappy ones. I know this story is relatable with a lot of beginner and experienced traders. We talk about how paper trading could help improve his trading strategy. We also get into what steps you should take after a hitting a max loss. Tune in to find out how this plans to overcome some of the obstacles traders face daily.   Cobra Tr...

Trading is the easiest thing ever, right? Wrong. Nico has been trading for 15 years. At the beginning of the journey, he found himself in a position of isolation against the market. This period of isolation is one that many encounter. Nico had his mindset and knew his ability to find success, this determination allowed him to find the success he has today. Be open with yourself and do not let the...

If you haven't listened to part one of my conversation with Stuart, pause this video and go check it out NOW. Stuart asks great questions that take this conversation to the next level. Everyone has their own method of establishing a great trading plan. It is easy to hear people share about how they trade; however, why not watch instead of just listening. In this video, I provide REAL examples of t...

Full-time trader Roland Wolf explains how difficult trading can be when your setup or pattern is no longer presenting itself. Most traders would force trades when this happens, taking them down a dark road of losses and tilting. Other traders will wait patiently for their A + setup to come back... Roland Wolf shares how he dealt with a challenging 8 months of no great trades Cobra Trading Broker D...

Scott Scoman has been trading for nearly 28 years. He began his journey as a stockbroker, later transitioning into full-time day trading. His brother-in-law drove a Porsche as a stockbroker piquing Scott's interest in the market. Who wouldn't want to drive a fancy car, right? Through his background, Scott was able to jumpstart his career with market knowledge under his belt. He walks through momen...

If you don't know Kyle Williams, definitely go look him up. We dive into the seasonality of small caps and how a millionaire trader can handle slower markets. In the market of trading, the odds are against you; however, anyone can be profitable. There are months that your strategies may not work well after months of consistency. Learn to acknowledge the difference between a strategy that is no lon...

Many of you have been asking questions in regards to firms. Jeff is the head of recruiting at SMB Capital. We dive into the current characteristics of onboarding employees, along with the criteria that stand out. It's not about where you are from or who you know, it is about your daily habits. Trading is getting more and more competitive. Start doing the good work now! If you are interested in fin...

What could be better than a day of golf and trading conversation with Ricky Analog! Think about this scenario: you were told that fish are biting at a specific hour of the day. Would you still fish throughout the day? ANYTHING can happen. Analyze your opportunity cost for a situation. We dive deeper into risk management and position sizing. Ricky shares some tips for avoiding taking profits too so...

Mike Bellafiore is the Co-Founder of SMB Capital (https://www.youtube.com/user/smbcapital). He's a trader, mentor, and business owner in the space we all love to play in. Bella shares what it takes to be a successful trader, how they evaluate new traders to help them grow into the next 8 figure trader in their firm, and many other helpful topics that will benefit all traders at every level. SMB Ca...

Stephen Holden is a new trader working to further his career. He left his job and had to return, causing some shifts in his trading. Many of us have been there. Stephen is a Day trader turned swing trader. Everyone has a different trading style. Find YOURS. We dive into Stephens's process of discovering his trading style while also going into detail about swing trading. Remember, everyone's journe...

We are welcoming Miah back to the show today! Miah talks about the importance of checking the daily. There is so much change occurring in the market requiring a new level of adaptation. We dive into specifics that have changed for Miah and changes in algorithms. It is important to watch them and analyze them to obtain a new level of adaptation. Data is important throughout your process, especially...

Oscar Valez found himself with a feeling of hesitance about his path post-grad. An ad by Tim Sykes changed his career path, initiating his career in trading. He is a year and a half into his journey and is working on growing his consistency. We walk through his moments of consistency and the challenges he has endured. Remember, everyone's timeline of success looks different! Watch this video and l...

Matt Monaco is a talented trader, that many of you may recognize from Beyond the PDT podcast. If you don't recognize him, make sure to check him out! Matt is ecstatic to share his journey. We dive into the mental game of trading and the reaction process for a loss. Throughout trading journeys establishing community is essential! Even though another trader may have a different trading personality t...

Stuart is a new trader with a year and a half under his belt. He is ready to grow his position in the market and is seeking further insight. He came prepared with questions you will not want to miss! Moments of struggle are not uncommon; we have all been there. Stop and ask yourself, "what setup is working?" You don't want to force a trade and create a greater loss. There are times where the setup...

Bryce is someone you will want to know! He focuses on the long side and scalping trading style. He has found success in different markets along with returning to other markets. Bryce is very open about his process, portraying the good and the bad. Not every day will be a winning day; therefore, it's important to find people who will show the reality of trading. The market may not always favor your...

Matthew found himself in a moment of consistency, granting him the opportunity to earn 250,000. No set time throughout a trading journey will represent the start of consistency. Some traders find themselves quickly gaining consistency; others find it later on or rediscover it. Matthew has been trading for 10 years part-time and is on a journey to re-establish consistency after a loss. We go throug...

Tyson is a long-time close friend and swing trader who has quickly blossomed in the market. His upbringing influenced his decision to join the market of trading. Tyson found himself in a moment of seeking a different career opportunity and an exit from the automotive industry. However, he had established himself in a lifestyle he was accustomed to, making the exit difficult. Swing trading allowed...

Matt Tyron is a trader who encompasses the all-in mentality. He is determined to succeed and grow his knowledge through engagement. In this conversation, Matt shares his daily trading routine and the development of his process. Matt asks incredible questions that are significant in the world of trading. You will not want to miss this episode!    Low Commissions, Cheap Borrows, Fast Executions -  ...

Have you ever felt like entering the world of trading is not in your reach? Well, it is! Trevor was able to start with a $500 Robinhood account. This account allowed him to work towards his success and enter the market. He shares key components of his back story and his career as a personal trainer! Trevor highlights learning from people's emotional responses and their impact on trading. Being an...

Sai is a newer trader who has worked hard to develop consistency within the market. He shares his approach to entering the markets with the goal of survival. Sai began with smaller positions that would allow exposure and create an opportunity for growth. He was able to find consistency through OTCs by trading one pattern and risking small. Risking small can be game-changing for beginner traders; S...

What if you could have the opportunity to listen to a conversation with a millionaire trader? Well, this is the perfect opportunity. Mike is a millionaire trader who has returned this week for part two of our conversation! He dives into the essentiality of mentality and key characteristics he looks for within a trade. Watch this video and learn from a millionaire mentality!   Follow Mike on Twitte...

This conversation is one you do not want to miss. Mike Huddie is a talented trader that believes in the power of mindset. The market isn't against you; it isn't designed to make you lose. So why do so many people struggle within the trading market? Process. Trade with a pattern and allow the setup to construct and turn into something useful. Don't take yourself out too early because of fear; inste...

Richard is a young trader who is establishing consistency within the market. Recently, he has been struggling with knowing what he needs to trade but getting in his way. We walk through his mindset and the concept of FOMO. Odds are, everyone has experienced a level of FOMO in their lives. It is essential to combat these emotions to avoid revenge trading! It is essential to have healthy and insight...

Max began his trading journey in the 9th grade and is now in his second year at SMB capital! His current trading strategies differ from his original; however, the early start allowed him to grow while minimizing risk. Everyone trades a little differently. It is important to put yourself in a position to create your edge. Max has found the opportunity to engage with 7 figure traders collaboratively...

Trading is not always sunshine and roses; you can win often and lose often. Merritt is a prominent trader and founder of Apteros, a futures trading firm. He describes himself as a profiler in terms of the market and shares the depths of his core market beliefs! We dive into market auction theory and its components for implementation. Trading is not an easy task; therefore, it's important to learn...