B The Trader

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...

Have you ever wondered what goes on in the mind of a successful trader? Well, Nate from Investors Underground grants us the opportunity to dive into his perspective and approach for trading. Nate shares how he sizes into his trade and finds his level of comfort within that trade. Study about the art of finding equilibrium and minimizing your losses. This is a conversation you do not want to miss!...

Taking a loss in day trading is disheartening. Nobody enjoys experiencing a fail, but they are inevitable. Even the most successful traders find themselves having off days. I had the opportunity to have a one on one conversation with successful day trader, Cody. We dived into his strategy for taking losses and his focus. Your reaction to mistakes is KEY, learn how Cody combats diving into emotiona...

Many of you may remember Rodney from our discussion a few weeks ago; if you don't, definitely go check it out. He is a newer trader that has found some struggles in specific areas. Through previous conversations, I have provided some guidance. We all want to see the outcome; however, focusing on the outcome can hinder your success. Remember to focus on the process! Rodney has found himself finally...

Day Trading is very difficult. We all hear the statistics, the majority of traders fail...but what if you could sit in on a conversation between successful traders and pick their brains to learn how you can be the top 10% who succeed? I had the opportunity to sit with 2 very successful day traders who have been trading for over 30 years combined and they shared what has helped them find their cons...

Many of you have often heard me recommend the book "Technical Analysis." Today's speaker is Brian Shannon, the author himself and renowned owner of a trading firm. Brian was introduced to the stock market at an early age lengthening his exposure. Slow down and learn from the market and PLAN your trades. We dive into the fundamentals of trading that can establish comfort when taking trades, later e...

his week we are bringing Tim Parker back for an insightful, real conversation. A couple of weeks ago, I found myself experiencing a rough patch despite my previous consistency. Through experience comes more tools; however, that does not mean I have mastered all of them. Comparison was a source of the struggles that occurred during my week of rough spots. The habit of comparison can be detrimental...