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Bernd Skorupinski is the FTMO All-Time Record Holder and top-ranked trader at the world’s largest forex prop firm, having dominated their leaderboard over 120 times. With 11+ years as a full-time multi-asset trader, $4M+ under management, and a verified track record of accurately calling major market moves, Bernd is the CEO of Online Trading Campus—a licensed investment consultancy helping traders escape the 99% who lose and join the elite 1% who consistently win.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

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➡️ Talking Points

00:00 – Intro

01:35 – What Successful Traders Really Focus On

03:03 – The Rise of Day Trading

08:00 – Becoming a Trader

14:06 – The Harsh Truth About Trading

24:20 – Why Bernd Stands Out

27:25 – Beginner Trading Advice

34:07 – Sponsor Break

36:51 – Swing Trading Explained

43:15 – What People Actually Trade

53:18 – Trading Myths Debunked

57:01 – Market Outlook for 2026

1:12:00 – Sponsor Break

1:14:31 – The Trader’s Blueprint

1:15:29 – AI & Algo Trading: Bernd’s Take

1:18:09 – “Set and Forget” Trading Philosophy

1:23:48 – Passion Comes After Skill

1:30:30 – Realistic Expectations for New Traders

1:39:45 – The #1 Mistake Traders Make

1:41:24 – Advice to a 20-Year-Old Bernd