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What It Takes To Stay A Consistently Profitable Trader In episode 522 of the Desire To Trade Podcast, you will be listening to an interview with millionaire trader, Dave Floyd, discussing the intricacies of trading and fund management. They focus on the importance of tightening trading processes, understanding performance metrics, and the significance of experience in identifying high-quality trade setups. They explore the psychological aspects of trading, the role of journaling, and the use of custom tools to enhance trading effectiveness. This interview also touches on managing investor expectations and adapting trading strategies to varying market conditions, ultimately emphasizing the need for constant evaluation and improvement in trading practices. The video is also available for you to watch on YouTube. >> Watch the video recording! Topics Covered In This Episode 00:00 Introduction 00:37 What’s new with Dave Floyd 01:52 Key learnings from managing a fund 04:34 The importance of process in trading 06:01 Dealing with investors 07:23 Risk management 10:03 Tightening the trading process 11:52 A+ trade setups and experience 16:30 The role of journaling in trading 20:19 Custom tools and technologies in trading 23:17 Pressure of managing other people's money 27:25 Adapting trading style to market conditions 28:51 Knowing when to exit 33:42 Managing trades effectively 36:25 Where to find Dave Floyd (link below) What did you like best in this podcast episode? Let's talk in the comments below, or join me in the Facebook group! Desire To Trade's Top Resources DesireToTRADE Forex Trader Community (free group!) Complete Price Action Strategy Checklist One-Page Trading Plan (free template) Recommended brokers: EightCap (preferred Crypto and FX Broker) AxiTrader (use our link to get a special bonus) Desire To TRADE Academy Get a copy of Prop Trading Secrets (Author: Kathy Lien & Etienne Crete) About The Desire To Trade Podcast Subscribe via iTunes (take 2 seconds and leave the podcast a review!) Subscribe via Stitcher Subscribe via TuneIn Subscribe via Google Play See all podcast episodes What one thing will you implement after listening to this podcast episode? Leave a comment below, or join me in the Facebook group! How to find Dave Floyd aspentrading.com Twitter/X: @DaveFloydTrader What one thing will you implement after listening to this podcast episode? Leave a comment below, or join me in the Facebook group!

How To Become Wealthy & Financially Free In episode 521 of the Desire To Trade Podcast, you will be listening to an interview with Jason Graystone, and they discuss the intricate relationship between trading and wealth building, emphasizing that making money through trading is distinct from managing that money to create lasting wealth. He explores the importance of financial freedom, the role of passive income, and the necessity of understanding one's mindset in achieving true freedom. Jason also highlights the significance of delegation, finding passion in work, and the long-term perspective required in trading. The video is also available for you to watch on YouTube. >> Watch the video recording! Topics Covered In This Episode 00:00 Introduction 01:03 The intersection of trading and wealth 02:30 Understanding money management vs. wealth building 04:30 Stabilizing income through asset allocation 07:12 The path to financial freedom 09:27 Wealth vs. freedom 12:02 The importance of delegation for freedom 14:59 Finding your passion and purpose 18:23 Transitioning from employment to freedom 21:45 Mindset differences: wealthy vs. aspiring 24:49 Balancing contentment and motivation 26:29 The long game in trading 28:15 Where to find Jason’s book “Always Free” What did you like best in this podcast episode? Let's talk in the comments below, or join me in the Facebook group! Desire To Trade's Top Resources DesireToTRADE Forex Trader Community (free group!) Complete Price Action Strategy Checklist One-Page Trading Plan (free template) Recommended brokers: EightCap (preferred Crypto and FX Broker) AxiTrader (use our link to get a special bonus) Desire To TRADE Academy Get a copy of Prop Trading Secrets (Author: Kathy Lien & Etienne Crete) About The Desire To Trade Podcast Subscribe via iTunes (take 2 seconds and leave the podcast a review!) Subscribe via Stitcher Subscribe via TuneIn Subscribe via Google Play See all podcast episodes What one thing will you implement after listening to this podcast episode? Leave a comment below, or join me in the Facebook group! How to find Jason Graystone Get your copy of the book "Always Free" alwaysfree.com What one thing will you implement after listening to this podcast episode? Leave a comment below, or join me in the Facebook group!

$1M Funded Trader Shares His Story In episode 520 of the Desire To Trade Podcast, you will be listening to an interview with million-dollar funded trader, Blayn Marshall, who shares how he went from stock-picking at 18 to becoming a fully funded seven-figure algorithmic trader. He opens up about the trial-and-error process of building strategies, managing portfolios, and securing investor capital. This is a grounded conversation on scaling your trading while keeping risk low and your mindset strong. The video is also available for you to watch on YouTube. >> Watch the video recording! Topics Covered In This Episode 00:00 Introduction 00:44 First experiences with stocks 03:32 Finding the strategy that worked for him 04:28 Transition from manual trading to algo trading 05:09 Overcoming challenges of learning algo trading 07:30 Building, testing, and validating strategies live 08:24 Getting funded through Darwinex and attracting investors 11:23 Managing mindset when trading other people’s money 12:10 Building connections in the trading community 13:32 Mentorship and self-learning 15:14 How he uses the Quant Analyzer to build a good portfolio 18:07 Handling market volatility with low-risk strategies 19:20 Adjusting risk across multiple strategies 20:05 Scaling beyond seven figures and future plans 20:42 Where to find Blayn Marshall What did you like best in this podcast episode? Let's talk in the comments below, or join me in the Facebook group! Desire To Trade's Top Resources DesireToTRADE Forex Trader Community (free group!) Complete Price Action Strategy Checklist One-Page Trading Plan (free template) Recommended brokers: EightCap (preferred Crypto and FX Broker) AxiTrader (use our link to get a special bonus) Desire To TRADE Academy Get a copy of Prop Trading Secrets (Author: Kathy Lien & Etienne Crete) About The Desire To Trade Podcast Subscribe via iTunes (take 2 seconds and leave the podcast a review!) Subscribe via Stitcher Subscribe via TuneIn Subscribe via Google Play See all podcast episodes What one thing will you implement after listening to this podcast episode? Leave a comment below, or join me in the Facebook group! How to find Blayn Marshall blaynmarshall.com Blayn on YouTube - @Blayntrades What one thing will you implement after listening to this podcast episode? Leave a comment below, or join me in the Facebook group!

Decades of Trading Psychology Wisdom in 25 Minutes In episode 519 of the Desire To Trade Podcast, you will be listening to an interview with performance coach Andrew Menaker, distilling 25+ years of experience helping traders manage their mindset, emotions, and performance. He unpacks the real reasons traders self-sabotage—and what it takes to build psychological resilience that actually supports trading success. Whether you're managing prop firm capital or trying to stay consistent on your personal account, this is the side of trading most traders ignore… until they can’t. The video is also available for you to watch on YouTube. >> Watch the video recording!   Topics Covered In This Episode 00:00 Introduction 00:44 What’s new with Andrew Menaker 01:13 The outdated myth of “suppressing emotion” 01:49 Emotional energy & the buy/sell reflex 02:53 Pressure, self-awareness & default risk response 03:56 Traits tied to long-term trading success 04:30 Real patience vs. post-it note reminders 05:52 Using the body to manage trading stress 11:00 Internal struggles: overtrading, comparison, ego 12:40 Proving yourself & performance anxiety 13:39 Handling performance anxiety 14:27 Detaching self-worth from trading results 15:30 Psychology tools that don’t work for everyone 18:08 Intuition vs. emotion for experienced traders 19:30 Coaching intuitive traders without clear systems 20:44 Why self-honesty is crucial (and rare) 21:51 The reality of failure in trading 23:21 When it's time to take a break or quit 24:04 Recovering from losses & building resilience 25:03 Where to find Andrew Menaker (links below) What did you like best in this podcast episode? Let's talk in the comments below, or join me in the Facebook group! Desire To Trade's Top Resources DesireToTRADE Forex Trader Community (free group!) Complete Price Action Strategy Checklist One-Page Trading Plan (free template) Recommended brokers: EightCap (preferred Crypto and FX Broker) AxiTrader (use our link to get a special bonus) Desire To TRADE Academy Get a copy of Prop Trading Secrets (Author: Kathy Lien & Etienne Crete) About The Desire To Trade Podcast Subscribe via iTunes (take 2 seconds and leave the podcast a review!) Subscribe via Stitcher Subscribe via TuneIn Subscribe via Google Play See all podcast episodes What one thing will you implement after listening to this podcast episode? Leave a comment below, or join me in the Facebook group! How to find Andrew Menaker andrewmenaker.com X (Twitter) - @andrew_menaker What one thing will you implement after listening to this podcast episode? Leave a comment below, or join me in the Facebook group!

How Million-Dollar Traders Survive *and Win* in Any Market (1-Hour Masterclass) In episode 518 of the Desire To Trade Podcast, we will be listening to a 1-hour masterclass featuring three traders who’ve been in the markets for decades — some since the days of floor trading, others who’ve scaled accounts into the millions before age 25. Dive into deep experience, real risk, and relentless learning. You’ll hear practical wisdom on trading psychology, strategy fit, risk-taking, and the hard truths most retail traders ignore. This isn’t a hype session — it’s a high-level breakdown of what it actually takes to survive and win in any market. The video is also available for you to watch on YouTube. >> Watch the video recording! Topics Covered In This Episode 00:00 Introduction 01:16 Steven Goldstein: 25 Years Of Floor Trading: His Secrets Exposed 24:45 TraderNick: The $3M Profitable Trader At 23 Years Old 47:00 James King: Top 5% Trading Psychology Secrets What did you like best in this podcast episode? Let's talk in the comments below, or join me in the Facebook group! Desire To Trade's Top Resources DesireToTRADE Forex Trader Community (free group!) Complete Price Action Strategy Checklist One-Page Trading Plan (free template) Recommended brokers: EightCap (preferred Crypto and FX Broker) AxiTrader (use our link to get a special bonus) Desire To TRADE Academy About The Desire To Trade Podcast Subscribe via iTunes (take 2 seconds and leave the podcast a review!) Subscribe via Stitcher Subscribe via TuneIn Subscribe via Google Play See all podcast episodes What one thing will you implement after listening to this podcast episode? Leave a comment below, or join me in the Facebook group!

Train Your Brain to Make Money Trading In episode 517 of the Desire To Trade Podcast, you will be listening to an interview with Evan Marks, and they dive deep into the mental game of trading. Evan shares powerful strategies to help traders manage emotions, build discipline, and perform at their best—even under pressure. If you’ve ever struggled with impulsivity, confidence, or consistency, this episode is packed with actionable wisdom to elevate your trading mindset. The video is also available for you to watch on YouTube. >> Watch the video recording!   Topics Covered In This Episode 00:00 Introduction 00:43 Evan Marks’ Background & M1 Performance Group 01:20 The Performance Formula: Potential vs. Interference 03:24 Emotional awareness & decision-making 05:21 Common interference among traders 08:16 Trading vs. Sports Psychology: frequency of emotions 10:00 Handling uncertainty in trading 13:40 Goal-setting vs. process focus 17:33 Discipline & daily routines for traders 21:04 The benefits of "aggressive patience" 23:32 Making decisions under pressure 28:35 Scaling up: How to trade larger sizes confidently 30:05 Rebuilding confidence after a drawdown 32:31 Where to find Evan Marks (link below)   What did you like best in this podcast episode? Let's talk in the comments below, or join me in the Facebook group! Desire To Trade's Top Resources DesireToTRADE Forex Trader Community (free group!) Complete Price Action Strategy Checklist One-Page Trading Plan (free template) Recommended brokers: EightCap (preferred Crypto and FX Broker) AxiTrader (use our link to get a special bonus) Desire To TRADE Academy Get a copy of Prop Trading Secrets (Author: Kathy Lien & Etienne Crete) About The Desire To Trade Podcast Subscribe via iTunes (take 2 seconds and leave the podcast a review!) Subscribe via Stitcher Subscribe via TuneIn Subscribe via Google Play See all podcast episodes What one thing will you implement after listening to this podcast episode? Leave a comment below, or join me in the Facebook group! How to find Evan Marks m1performancegroup.com What one thing will you implement after listening to this podcast episode? Leave a comment below, or join me in the Facebook group!

Master the Markets: Trading Psychology Decoded (1-Hour Masterclass) In episode 516 of the Desire To Trade Podcast, we will be listening to a 1-hour masterclass and dive into the real-world lessons four experienced traders wish they’d learned sooner—covering mindset, strategy refinement, and the balance between trading and life. You’ll hear candid stories about overcoming self-sabotage, adapting to market shifts, and building systems that fit your lifestyle, not the other way around. The video is also available for you to watch on YouTube. >> Watch the video recording! Topics Covered In This Episode 00:00 Introduction 00:49 Akil Stokes: Consistency for trading success 23:58 Paul Wallace: Mental Toughness in trading 46:14 Navin Prithyani: Draw-Downs are part of the game, learn to handle them gracefully 54:19 Jerremy Newsome: The discipline to build a wealthy life   What did you like best in this podcast episode? Let's talk in the comments below, or join me in the Facebook group! Desire To Trade's Top Resources DesireToTRADE Forex Trader Community (free group!) Complete Price Action Strategy Checklist One-Page Trading Plan (free template) Recommended brokers: EightCap (preferred Crypto and FX Broker) AxiTrader (use our link to get a special bonus) Desire To TRADE Academy About The Desire To Trade Podcast Subscribe via iTunes (take 2 seconds and leave the podcast a review!) Subscribe via Stitcher Subscribe via TuneIn Subscribe via Google Play See all podcast episodes What one thing will you implement after listening to this podcast episode? Leave a comment below, or join me in the Facebook group!

Stocks Trading Prop Firm: Tips From The Founde In episode 515 of the Desire To Trade Podcast, Etienne sits down with Michael Katz from TradeThePool to discuss how their platform is changing the game for stock traders. Michael shares insights on limited-risk trading, the advantages of prop firms over traditional brokers, and why their approach helps traders succeed without risking personal capital. They dive into scaling strategies, the psychology of trading, and why stocks offer unique opportunities compared to Forex or futures. If you’ve ever wondered how to trade with more confidence and less risk, this conversation is packed with practical takeaways. The video is also available for you to watch on YouTube. >> Watch the video recording! >Get funded to trade stocks (by Trade The Pool) Topics Covered In This Episode 00:30 Who is Michael Katz and what is @tradethepool 01:30 Why stock trading prop firms are rare and TradeThePool’s edge 02:31 The difference between CFD and direct Stocks Trading 03:35 What funded traders do different to failing traders 05:24 Why "No Time Limit" evaluations benefit traders 06:59 Flex vs. Max accounts: Which one suits your trading style? 08:15 Transitioning from Forex to stocks: Education and opportunities 09:38 Why you should also trade stocks as a Forex Trader 11:01 Scaling funded accounts and managing multiple strategies 14:04 Risk management: How to avoid blowing evaluation accounts 16:46 What type of strategies get funded more often 17:35 Average time to pass evaluations and trader success stories 18:39 The future of TradeThePool and the prop trading industry 21:30 How should prop firms differentiate for success 22:57 Where to connect with Michael and try TradeThePool (Link Below) What did you like best in this podcast episode? Let's talk in the comments below, or join me in the Facebook group! Desire To Trade's Top Resources DesireToTRADE Forex Trader Community (free group!) Complete Price Action Strategy Checklist One-Page Trading Plan (free template) Recommended brokers: EightCap (preferred Crypto and FX Broker) AxiTrader (use our link to get a special bonus) Desire To TRADE Academy Get a copy of Prop Trading Secrets (Author: Kathy Lien & Etienne Crete) About The Desire To Trade Podcast Subscribe via iTunes (take 2 seconds and leave the podcast a review!) Subscribe via Stitcher Subscribe via TuneIn Subscribe via Google Play See all podcast episodes What one thing will you implement after listening to this podcast episode? Leave a comment below, or join me in the Facebook group! How to find Michael Katz Get funded to trade stocks (by Trade The Pool) Email Michael What one thing will you implement after listening to this podcast episode? Leave a comment below, or join me in the Facebook group!

What It Takes To Run Automated Trading Systems In episode 514 of the Desire To Trade Podcast, Etienne sits down with Pavel Kycek, who shares what it really takes to run fully automated trading systems. He breaks down the technical, emotional, and business aspects behind building scalable algo trading operations, from coding to investor relations. Pavel emphasizes the importance of risk management, software robustness, and educating clients—especially in volatile markets like crypto. He also talks about diversification, automation challenges, and the psychology of managing large amounts of capital through algorithmic systems. The video is also available for you to watch on YouTube. >> Watch the video recording!   Topics Covered In This Episode 00:00 Introduction 00:49 What’s new with Pavel Kycek 01:35 Expanding his team 02:21 Tech infrastructure behind automated crypto trading 04:40 Retail vs. institutional investor behavior 05:51 How did he find his first investor? 07:33 Strategy stability vs. innovation 09:08 The importance of patience in trading 09:54 Manual trading vs. full automation 12:53 Emotions in algo trading & the reality of drawdowns 14:22 Investor communication during losses 15:42 Educating clients = fewer panic moves 20:25 Short side risks & diversification strategy 22:27 Why automation is harder than it looks 26:40 Processes that prevent algo failures 28:37 Where to find Pavel Kycek (links below)   What did you like best in this podcast episode? Let's talk in the comments below, or join me in the Facebook group! Desire To Trade's Top Resources DesireToTRADE Forex Trader Community (free group!) Complete Price Action Strategy Checklist One-Page Trading Plan (free template) Recommended brokers: EightCap (preferred Crypto and FX Broker) AxiTrader (use our link to get a special bonus) Desire To TRADE Academy Get a copy of Prop Trading Secrets (Author: Kathy Lien & Etienne Crete) About The Desire To Trade Podcast Subscribe via iTunes (take 2 seconds and leave the podcast a review!) Subscribe via Stitcher Subscribe via TuneIn Subscribe via Google Play See all podcast episodes What one thing will you implement after listening to this podcast episode? Leave a comment below, or join me in the Facebook group! How to find Pavel Kycek robuxio.com Twitter/X: @pkycek What one thing will you implement after listening to this podcast episode? Leave a comment below, or join me in the Facebook group!

What It Takes To Become a Millionaire Trader In episode 513 of the Desire To Trade Podcast, Etienne sits down with Andrea Gabrieli, a volcanologist and part-time trader who turned 5K into 140K by combining data-driven strategies with emotional discipline. Andrea shares how he adapted to market cycles, mastered his best-performing pattern, and leveraged his scientific mindset to track every trade. From panic dip buys to pre-market runners, discover how he sizes up confidently and cuts losses quickly—even with a full-time job. The video is also available for you to watch on YouTube. >> Watch the video recording! Topics Covered In This Episode 00:00 Introduction 00:30 Who is Andrea Gabrieli 00:53 Andrea’s Journey: $5k → $145k 04:39 Tracking Trades, Emotions & Lessons 08:04 Scientist mindset VS Trader Mindset 9:53 Volcano Science Meets Trading: Catalyst + Reaction 12:36 Trading with a Full-Time Job 13:51 Why Andrea want to keep trading and have a full time job 14:35 MTPLF (Panic dip buy trade) 16:14 Being ready vs being prepared 20:31 How Andrea takes pullback trades (HSDT trade) 23:09 Cutting losses and Managing Emotions (RRGB → IMAB trades) 26:22 How to adapt to the market without strategy hopping 29:23 Why "Sell in May" Changes Sizing + Mindset 31:01 Next steps on Andrea's development and trading career 35:44 Where to Find Andrea 36:13 Final words of Wisdom: Cut Losses, Adapt Patterns, Avoid Perfection What did you like best in this podcast episode? Let's talk in the comments below, or join me in the Facebook group! Desire To Trade's Top Resources DesireToTRADE Forex Trader Community (free group!) Complete Price Action Strategy Checklist One-Page Trading Plan (free template) Recommended brokers: EightCap (preferred Crypto and FX Broker) AxiTrader (use our link to get a special bonus) Desire To TRADE Academy Get a copy of Prop Trading Secrets (Author: Kathy Lien & Etienne Crete) About The Desire To Trade Podcast Subscribe via iTunes (take 2 seconds and leave the podcast a review!) Subscribe via Stitcher Subscribe via TuneIn Subscribe via Google Play See all podcast episodes What one thing will you implement after listening to this podcast episode? Leave a comment below, or join me in the Facebook group! How to find Andrea Gabrieli X/Twitter: @andreacgabrieli What one thing will you implement after listening to this podcast episode? Leave a comment below, or join me in the Facebook group!