

Desire To Trade Podcast | Forex Trading & Interviews with Highly Successful Traders
Etienne Crete
The Desire To Trade Podcast has for goal to help you develop Forex trading skills for more freedom. I interviewed some of the most successful traders from around the world to uncover their lessons and help you become a more profitable trader.
This is the #1 trading podcast dedicated to helping you get profitable and scale up your trading!
This is the #1 trading podcast dedicated to helping you get profitable and scale up your trading!
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Jul 19, 2021 • 41min
307: "Funded Trader Journey To 6 Figures" - Franklin Lyembela (@atriofx)
"Funded Trader Journey To 6 Figures" In episode 307 of the Desire To Trade Podcast, I sit down with Franklin Lyembela as he shares his success story toward becoming a funded trader with a 6-figure income. Take the 5%ers prop firm challenge Watch the video interview! Topics Covered In This Episode 0:00 Start 0:15 Introduction 0:43 Who is Franklin Lyembela and what was his trading journey 2:08 How Franklin became profitable and started trading for multiple prop firms 5:20 Why Franklin decided to go into FX trading 6:05 How Franklin started trading the wrong way 7:18 How Franklin realized that he needed to change his trading radically 8:43 How The Desire To Trade Podcast helped Franklin improve his trading 9:54 How Franklin started to learn trading the proper way 11:52 When did Franklin knew he was ready to become a Funded Trader 12:40 What was Franklin experience with Prop firm Challenges 14:23 Why Franklin kept trying after failing his first Prop Challenge 15:20 How Franklin managed to earn and keep funding from The5%ers prop firm 17:37 How Franklin chose which prop firm to work with 20:01 Has Franklin experienced any issues with prop firms? 21:07 Overview of Franklin trading systems 22:13 Why Franklin doesn't use indicators and what he trades instead 25:43 What timeframes Franklin uses to trade 26:11 How Franklin manages trading and personal time 28:11 How a day in Franklin's life looks like 30:34 How Franklin constantly improves his successful trader mindset 31:35 How Franklin uses the Desire To Trade Podcast to improve his trading even more 34:44 Where can you find Franklin 35:14 What are Franklin goals for the future 37:32 Franklin's top advice for traders (get a mentor) And many more! What is one thing you are going to implement after listening to this podcast? Leave a comment 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: Pepperstone (use our link to get a special bonus) 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 How To Find Franklin Lyembela? AtrioFX Instagram What is one thing you are going to implement after listening to this podcast episode? Leave a comment below, or join me in the Facebook group!

Jul 12, 2021 • 53min
306: From Zero To Professional Trader | Trader Success Story - Michael Toma
Guest Michael Toma went from zero to professional trader and shares his success story publicly. They discuss his life before trading, learning process, obstacles faced, mindset adaptation, and trading style. They also touch on scaling trading full-time, managing time between multiple business ventures, principles that never change in the market, and using AI in trading. Advice is given for trading full-time and managing behavioral challenges. The podcast also explores opportunities for getting funded by prop firms and offers coaching sessions with Michael.

Jul 5, 2021 • 13min
305: Become an Unstoppable Trader | Forex Trader Motivation
Become an Unstoppable Trader | Forex Trader Motivation In episode 305 of the Desire To Trade Podcast, you'll be hearing a compilation of advice from highly successful traders. Surrounding yourself with the right thoughts & people is crucial! My goal was to create a series that can act as the proper motivation for Forex traders to achieve their massive goals! Whether you're aspiring to achieve a Forex success story for yourself or trade-in any other market, this video will provide you the trading motivation you need! Sit back and relax...and if you're not yet subscribed to the channel, don't hesitate to do so! Forex Trader Motivation playlist >> Watch the video recording! Complete interviews used for this Forex Trader Motivation video Ceri Bryans Steve Ward Raghee Horner Brent Penfold. Al Brooks What is one thing you are going to implement after listening to this podcast? Leave a comment below, or join me in the Facebook group! DesireToTRADE's Top Resources DesireToTRADE Forex Trader Community (free group!) Complete Price Action Strategy Checklist One-Page Trading Plan (free template) Recommended brokers: Pepperstone (use our link to get a special bonus) 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

Jun 28, 2021 • 14min
304: Prop Firm Comparison: Which One is Best in 2021? - Michael Toma
Prop Firm Comparison: Which One is Best in 2021? In episode 304 of the Desire To Trade Podcast, Michael Toma and I do a quick prop firm comparison and discuss which prop firm that funds trader is best for you depending on your circumstances. Watch the video here Topics Covered In This Episode 0:15 Introduction 1:25 Best Prop Firms for FOREX Swing Traders 2:38 The5%ers VS CTI 4:46 Best Prop Firms for CFD Day Traders 5:20 FTMO VS Funding Talent 11:16 Prop Firms that didn't make the cut 13:12 Conclusion and much more What is one thing you are going to implement after listening to this podcast? Leave a comment 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: Pepperstone (use our link to get a special bonus) 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 Prop Firms Mentioned Best Prop Firms for FOREX Swing Traders The5%ers City Traders Imperium Best Prop Firms for CFD Day Traders FTMO Funding Talent What is one thing you are going to implement after listening to this podcast episode? Leave a comment below, or join me in the Facebook group!

Jun 21, 2021 • 35min
303: Can You Trade Full-Time with FTMO? - Michael Toma
Can You Trade Full-Time with FTMO? In episode 303 of the Desire To Trade Podcast, Michael Toma and I discuss whether or not you can trade full-time once you get funded by FTMO or similar prop firms. Watch the video interview here Topics Covered In This Episode 0:00 Start 0:15 Introduction 0:57 What going full time as a prop firm trader entails 2:07 How much capital you need to trade in a prop firm 3:00 How to improve your equity curve to make it attractive for prop firms 4:30 How to scale your trading capital via prop firms and private capital 7:43 How to decide if its best to trade your own capital or prop firm capital 9:00 What risk per trade to use in a prop firm challenge/evaluation 12:25 What are some things you can do to improve discipline in prop firm trading 14:56 How long it takes to become a "professional" trader 16:36 Why should or should you go into crypto trading 20:38 How to define a "professional" trader 23:27 How to build a track record with a 2,000 USD account 24:42 Do you need fundamentals to be a successful trader? 27:39 Should you scalp if you have a small amount of time to trade 30:38 How to keep consistency as a prop trader 32:50 Good books on Risk Management for traders and much more What is one thing you are going to implement after listening to this podcast? Leave a comment 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: Pepperstone (use our link to get a special bonus) 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 is one thing you are going to implement after listening to this podcast episode? Leave a comment below, or join me in the Facebook group!

Jun 14, 2021 • 47min
302: System Trader's Tips For Success - Boris Schlossberg (@fxflow)
System Trader's Tips For Success In episode 302 of the Desire To Trade Podcast, I interview full-time trader Boris Schlossberg. I sit down for a trader interview with Boris Schlossberg to discuss his tips for success as a system trader in the Forex market. If you aspire to trade full-time with mechanical trading strategies, Boris is a great person to learn from. Watch the video interview! Topics Covered In This Episode 0:00 Start 0:33 Introduction 1:58 Why Boris moved from FX to stocks futures 3:42 Boris experience transitioning from FX to stock futures 5:16 What Boris recommends to starting traders 9:26 Why having a demo and trading live at the same time matters 10:13 How to deal with volatility in trading 15:03 How Boris develops his trading algos 19:00 Has Boris encountered difficulties getting his strategies coded? 21:20 Why Support / Resistance zones are so hard to code 24:42 Why chart patterns don't matter 27:16 TRADE LESS to increase your profits 28:42 Why beginer traders should start with manual trading vs algos? 32:13 How Boris found his "right" style of trading and how can you find yours 35:50 Why you cant improve your trading without getting to know yourself 39:15 How Boris improves his trading without a traditional trade journal 41:42 What is TRADER FEST 44:39 Why Boris does the Trader Fest event 46:07 How you can JOIN the Trader Fest for FREE 47:40 Outro And many more! What is one thing you are going to implement after listening to this podcast? Leave a comment 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: Pepperstone (use our link to get a special bonus) 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 How To Find Boris Schlossberg? Free Trader Fest 2021 Twitter: @fxflow Boris Schlossberg's website What is one thing you are going to implement after listening to this podcast episode? Leave a comment below, or join me in the Facebook group!

Jun 7, 2021 • 36min
301: Global Prime Co-Founder Interviews Traveling Trader Etienne Crete
Global Prime Co-Founder Interviews Traveling Trader Etienne Crete In episode 301 of the Desire To Trade Podcast, I share with you a recent interview in which I am interviewed by Global Prime co-founder Jeremy Kinstlinger. In this interview, we talk about my trading style, tools for traders, how to avoid scams, and how the forex scene has developed over the years for retail traders. Watch the video interview here Topics Covered In This Episode 0:15 Introduction 1:40 How Etienne got into trading and how was his initial experience 3:16 How Etienne founded Desire To Trade and what was the idea behind it 4:40 Tips getting in touch with top traders 8:10 What is Etienne's trading style 10:45 How has covid changed what Etienne does 11:38 How has the trading education landscape changed over the years 13:25 Educational resources Etienne recommends for aspiring traders 14:52 What are Etienne thoughts on Prop trading 16:47 What's your favorite dish from where you've traveled 17:34 Has a country helped you with your trading 19:14 How much to spend on trading education 20:36 How to avoid scams in the modern trading landscape 22:17 How to build and engage an audience 28:14 What are some of the best DesireToTrade Podcast Interviews 28:48 How has the broker scene evolved over the years 30:02 What are traders really looking for in a broker? 32:07 What are Etienne's plans for the near future 33:47 Etienne's top advice for aspiring traders and much more What is one thing you are going to implement after listening to this podcast? Leave a comment 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: Pepperstone (use our link to get a special bonus) 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 is one thing you are going to implement after listening to this podcast episode? Leave a comment below, or join me in the Facebook group!

May 31, 2021 • 55min
300: Do This Every Day To Improve Your Trading Mindset - Mandi Pour Rafsendjani (@mpx_trader)
Mandi Pour Rafsendjani, a forex trading mindset and psychology coach, shares daily practices to improve trading mindset and performance. They discuss countering negativity, recommended trading books, exploring pain associated with losses, blowing live trading accounts, and the role of music in trading.

May 25, 2021 • 1h 13min
299: Scale Up Your Trading Beyond Your Own Capital - Michael Toma
Scale Up Your Trading Beyond Your Own Capital In episode 299 of the Desire To Trade Podcast, I bring you the replay of our latest free training in which professional trader and money manager, Michael Toma shares how you can scale your trading beyond your own capital. Join the program Watch the video version here! Topics Covered In This Episode How to manage outside capital The 3 keys to going beyond your own trading capital How to scale up your trading The key skills needed for success and much more What is one thing you are going to implement after listening to this podcast? Leave a comment below, or join me in the Facebook group! Desire To Trade's Top Resources Join the Ultimate Prop Firm Trading Program DesireToTRADE Forex Trader Community (free group!) Complete Price Action Strategy Checklist One-Page Trading Plan (free template) Recommended brokers: Pepperstone (use our link to get a special bonus) AxiTrader (use our link to get a special bonus) Desire To TRADE Academy What is one thing you are going to implement after listening to this podcast episode? Leave a comment below, or join me in the Facebook group!

May 17, 2021 • 49min
298: Day Trader Mastering Forex, Stocks, and Options - Chris Capre (@2ndSkiesForex)
Day Trader Mastering Forex, Stocks, and Options In episode 298 of the Desire To Trade Podcast, I sit down with full-time day trader Chris Capre. We discuss a variety of topics that will be very useful if you aspire at mastering Forex, stocks, or options trading in the near future. Don't forget to share this trader interview with other people who might benefit from it! Watch the video interview! Previous Interview with Chris Capre 054: Work Harder On Your Mindset Than You Do On Your Strategy Previous interview with Jason Graystone (#131) Topics Covered In This Episode 0:15 Introduction 0:29 How Chris Capre trading has changed since his last interview with Etienne 5:35 Chris trading philosophy for all asset classes 7:14 Would Chris trade the same assets if he was in different time zones? 8:14 How was Chris learning curve from FX, to Stocks to Options 11:03 How Chris learned to trade Options 14:58 How Chris decides which market to trade every day 18:38 What tools Chris uses to filter the stocks he trades 20:40 Chris advice to traders who want to stick to 1 market 23:25 How to get a good "scanner" for forex [For the screen share please check the youtube video interview] 25:30 How Chris prepares and filters his trades (screen share) 27:45 Analysis of NMRD, how Chris traded it and the value of a scanner 31:20 How to use options to get paid in trading (with trade example) 36:24 How can you manage your risk using options 42:28 How Chris sometimes enters options trades without a spot position 43:38 How to get started with trading options 45:55 The key importance of adapting to the market and much more What is one thing you are going to implement after listening to this podcast? Leave a comment 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: Pepperstone (use our link to get a special bonus) AxiTrader (use our link to get a special bonus) Desire To TRADE Academy How To Find Chris Capre? 2ndSkiesForex Facebook Twitter What is one thing you are going to implement after listening to this podcast episode? Leave a comment below, or join me in the Facebook group!


