The TraderLion Podcast

📘 Get your FREE 115-page Ultimate Trading Guide: https://traderlion.com/YT-UTG🔍 Next-Generation Stock Screener: https://traderlion.com/YT-DV📈 IBKR: https://traderlion.com/IBKRWatch these interviews early with the Membership: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMgOSW62URSxzPCcNXyohLw/joinLearn the essential sell rules that top traders use to protect their profits and avoid major drawdowns. In this in-depth conversation, portfolio managers Roy and Wes share real-world examples and case studies on when to exit trades, how to manage position sizes, and the key psychological principles behind selling successfully. Discover the difference between offensive and defensive selling, why moving average breaks matter, and how abnormal price action can be an early warning signal.Key Topics Covered:✅ When to sell: Recognizing key reversal days and abnormal action✅ Managing big winners: Holding for triple-digit gains while reducing risk✅ Selling into earnings: How to position size and control downside risk✅ Market psychology: Fear, greed, and making better trading decisions✅ Real trade examples: Case studies on NVDA, MSTR, SMCI, and moreEnjoy!- The TraderLion TeamConnect with Roy and Weshttps://www.meetup.com/en-AU/https-www-meetup-com-charlotteinvestorsbusinessdaily/https://x.com/RoyLMattoxhttps://x.com/WesleyJMattoxTimestamps:00:00 – Introduction of Roy and Wes Maddox and focus on sell rules.03:24 – Offensive vs. Defensive Selling: Managing anxiety with clear rules.07:06 – The Turkey and Red Dress analogies from William O'Neil on decisive selling.10:28 – Overview of offensive selling: key reversals, profit targets, and extensions.13:50 – Defensive selling strategies: insurance, moving average breaks, and abnormal action.20:02 – Recognizing market tops and index signals as part of sell strategy.22:12 – Comparing sharp declines: historical insights from FFTY and market corrections.26:45 – Precedent analysis: Why both offensive and defensive sell rules matter.28:41 – Case Study: Selling on unexpected news (DeepSeek AI event).31:46 – Managing crowding in leading stocks and abnormal price action.35:08 – CAVA example: Buy signals and defensive sell rules at the 50-day break.39:37 – Case Study: TMDX and selling on a 50-day break to avoid massive drawdowns.45:23 – Holding through earnings: position sizing and managing risk.47:51 – Earnings surprises: Why 50/50 outcomes demand disciplined management.53:56 – Analyst downgrades and abnormal actions as defensive sell triggers.57:44 – Active manager sentiment and fear gauges as market timing tools.01:04:16 – Key offensive sell signals: Recognizing overextension and reversal days.01:10:45 – Nvidia’s critical earnings report and its market impact.01:15:59 – Managing climactic moves and avoiding character changes in stocks.01:22:57 – Case Study: CAVA key reversal as an offensive sell signal.01:24:22 – SKYW example: Exiting on offensive signals to protect gains.01:26:51 – Final takeaways: Key lessons on staying disciplined with sell rules.#stocktrading #Investing #swingtrading #tradingstrategy #riskmanagement #SellRules #marketpsychology #technicalanalysis #tradinglessons #stockmarkettips #MarketCycles #portfoliomanagement #growthstocks #markettrends #nvda #mstr #smci #tradermindset

📘 Get your FREE 115-page Ultimate Trading Guide: https://traderlion.com/YT-UTG🔍 Next-Generation Stock Screener: https://traderlion.com/YT-DV📈 IBKR: https://traderlion.com/IBKRWatch these interviews early with the Membership: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMgOSW62URSxzPCcNXyohLw/joinUnlock the secrets behind Leos Mikulka’s 409% return in the US Investing Championship. In this deep-dive interview, Leos shares his trading journey, key setups like ARM and SMR IPOs, and the importance of risk management, free rolling trades, and selling into strength. Learn how he identifies market themes, manages drawdowns, and uses margin selectively for aggressive trades. Discover the key principles that helped him achieve triple-digit returns, including precise trade execution, sector analysis, and maintaining discipline through market volatility. Perfect for traders aiming to improve their process, control risk, and achieve super performance in their portfolios.🔍 What You’ll Learn in This Video:✅ Leos Mikulka’s top trades that led to his 409% championship return✅ How to manage risk with free rolling and selling into strength✅ The importance of identifying market themes and sector rotations✅ Strategies for aggressive trading while controlling drawdowns✅ Key lessons on trading psychology, managing emotions, and avoiding revenge tradesPrevious interview with Leos: https://youtu.be/esDKpwi1b2MConnect With Leos:https://x.com/mikulkalEnjoy!- The TraderLion TeamTimestamps:00:00 – Initial trade breakdown: Entry strategies, volume analysis, and risk management.01:33 – Importance of tracking your trading metrics and understanding your style.03:30 – Leos’ background: 8 years of trading04:54 – Refining trading styles and competing in the US Investing Championship.07:07 – ARM IPO trade breakdown: Base formation, risk management, and scaling positions.10:12 – Managing trades through earnings and using implied volatility.14:49 – Free rolling trades: Reducing risk and taking partial profits.22:44 – SMR trade: Trading high-volatility stocks with tight risk management.26:55 – Identifying market themes (nuclear, AI, quantum computing) through screening.29:10 – Leos’ performance metrics: Balancing small gains with occasional large winners.35:29 – SMR trade takeaways: Price-volume analysis and trading the stage-two uptrend.41:04 – LUMN trade: Aggressive entry and quick exit in volatile conditions.44:21 – BAH trade: Clean volatility contraction pattern and tight stop losses.47:50 – Lessons from losing trades: Importance of discipline and risk management.53:16 – MSTR trade: Revenge trading and its impact on account performance.59:25 – SE trade: Emotional trading, over-sizing, and lessons learned.01:06:57 – Final insights: Key principles for achieving triple-digit returns.01:09:33 – Closing remarks and where to connect with Leos Mikulka.#Trading #StockMarket #Investing #SwingTrading #RiskManagement #TechnicalAnalysis #StockTrading #USInvestingChampionship #LeosMikulka #IPOTrading #MomentumTrading #SectorAnalysis #MarginTrading #FreeRolling #MarketThemes #TradingDiscipline #GrowthStocks #TradingLessons

Christian Flanders, a second-place finisher in the U.S. Investing Championship with a remarkable 433% return, shares his journey from being a poker player to a full-time trader. He delves into the parallels between poker and trading, emphasizing risk management and emotional control. Flanders reveals his winning strategies like progressive exposure and episodic pivots, and discusses the importance of recognizing explosive stocks. He highlights lessons learned from significant trades and the necessity of continual learning to navigate the trading landscape.

In this interview with Brad Freeman, investor and founder of the Stock Market Nerd, he discusses his process for researching companies, what to look for and what to look out for.

🚩Learn to trade High Tight Flags from Leif Soreide, the 2019 U.S. Investing Champion. He shares his step-by-step process for finding these high-growth stocks before they skyrocket! https://traderlion.com/HTF_MC This video provides an in-depth exploration of Leif’s expanded High Tight Flag strategy, which he uses to identify stocks with the potential for explosive gains, often aiming for moves of up to 90% in eight weeks or less. He applies a CANSLIM inspired methodology with paired with higher momentum stocks that have recently started consolidating. He also shares his recent winning trades in stocks: ASTS, CORZ, RKLB, LUMN and other names like DUOL & TSLA. 1) Understanding the High Tight Flag: Detailed criteria of this pattern, including the technical structure he looks for. 2) Expanding the Approach: How Leif adapts the classic pattern to spot additional setups in a variety of market conditions. 3) Real-Time Examples: He reviews recent trades to illustrate his pattern recognition and entry strategies. 4) Essential Tips: How he minimizes risk while positioning himself for substantial gains. This video serves as an educational guide for both new and experienced traders on identifying and capitalizing on breakout opportunities using Leif’s distinctive style and insights. Enjoy! - The TraderLion Team 🦁 Follow us on Twitter/X: https://traderlion.com/POD-X

📘 Take the FREE Ultimate Trading Guide Course: https://traderlion.com/POD-UTG Legendary investor Jim Roppel joins us to break down the hottest market trends of 2024 and reveal his top stock picks for massive gains. In this exclusive interview, you'll discover: • The #1 Mega Trend that's bigger than anything Jim has seen in 40 years of investing (and how to profit from it!) • Jim's strategy for finding high-growth stocks before they take off (and how he's applied this for decades) • Why this is one of the most bullish markets Jim has ever seen (and what it means for your portfolio) • Jim’s thoughts on the dangers of socialism and its potential impact on innovation • Actionable strategies for managing risk and holding stocks for the long term (so you can maximize your profits) Jim Roppel pulls no punches as he shares his insights on: • AI Investing: Nvidia, Tesla, Palantir, and the future of artificial intelligence • Cryptocurrency: Bitcoin, Solana, and the next crypto bull market • Biotech: The obesity drug revolution and the potential for major opportunities • Energy: The nuclear power boom and the rise of natural gas • China: How global shifts and political developments could impact Chinese stocks PLUS: Jim reveals his 3-5-7 rule for risk management, his thoughts on the "Golden Goose" of capitalism, and advice for staying ahead of the curve in this rapidly changing market. Don't miss this opportunity to learn from one of the greatest investors of our time! Enjoy!

📘 Take the FREE Ultimate Trading Guide Course: https://traderlion.com/POD-UTG Legendary trader Mark Minervini, got 33,500%+ returns in the stock market. He reveals his winning stock trading strategies in this exclusive interview! Mark Minervini and his expert team (Mark Ritchie II and Brandon Hedgepath) break down their unique approach to achieving super performance in the stock market. Enjoy! Connect with Mark Twitter: https://x.com/markminervini Master Trader Program: https://mpa.minervini.com/master-trader-program - The TraderLion Team 🦁 Follow us on Twitter/X: https://traderlion.com/YT-X

Matt Caruso, a veteran investor and founder of Caruso Insights, shares invaluable trading strategies rooted in his extensive experience. He dives into how to identify major market themes, including the AI revolution, and emphasizes the importance of understanding a company's narrative over just looking at charts. Caruso discusses his method for managing risk while entering trades and highlights the potential of mid-cap stocks. This conversation offers aspiring traders practical tactics for navigating today’s market dynamics.

In this engaging conversation, Nick Schmidt, co-founder of TraderLion and DeepView, shares his journey from a penny stock enthusiast to a savvy trader. He unveils his powerful weekly chart strategy that delivers impressive 120% returns. Key insights include the significance of risk-reward dynamics over batting averages, the necessity of patience in trading, and the efficiency of identifying high-probability setups. Nick emphasizes the importance of clear risk management and maximizing gains by letting winning trades run, making his approach accessible to all traders.

Trading coach Brett Steenbarger & SMB Capital co-founder Mike Bellafiore share insights on trading psychology. They discuss the power of teamwork, finding a unique trading edge, and developing discipline. Learn about creating a daily report card, embracing the right mindset, and building a profitable trading business. Discover the spiritual secrets behind successful trading and the importance of mentorship in mastering the markets.