Most people find trading to be a demanding activity. It’s not surprising as trading presents unique challenges. Overcoming these hurdles requires us to go against many preconceptions that we have. Hence, to gain the resilience you need to stay in the game for the long run, mindset shifts are critical. Many traders learn it the […]
Top Trading Journal Software For Recording Your Trades
Traders are great at disagreeing. They disagree on everything from trading strategies to ways of measuring profitability. But there’s one thing that all successful traders agree on, and that is maintaining a trading journal that records your trades. Why You Need A Trading Journal Selwyn Gishen wrote a succinct article over at Investopedia on why […]
7 Trading Documentaries Every Trader Should Watch
Trading documentaries offer a glimpse into the lives of other traders and illuminate market facets that are otherwise opaque to the public. The first four trading documentaries talk about traders, their thoughts, and emotions. These are timeless gems that are relevant across time and markets. The last three trading documentaries cover the drastic changes technology […]
5 Ways To Fail At Trading
In the past 12 years, I’ve read a lot about how traders succeed and fail. I’ve also seen many traders give up after spending much time and resources. Over time, with my experience, I have identified a few main reasons why this tends to happen. Identifying them is not the same as fixing them. Like […]
19 Trading Quotes To Help You Trade Better
When I feel fidgety while waiting for a trade to pan out, I read trading quotes. Trading quotes are short, so I can read them quickly without affecting my trading. They are also relevant and help me to keep the right trading perspective. Here, I’ve picked 19 trading quotes from 19 traders/investors. To present a […]
7 Forex Trading Books To Get You Started
Want to start forex trading? Looking for a solid forex trading book to kickstart your education? You’re not alone. Many retail traders start their trading career in the forex markets. This is because of the low barriers to entry such as low initial deposit and small position sizes. But choosing to trade forex just because it […]
