
The Trading Coach Podcast
An entertaining blend of professional insights and inspiring stories that cover all aspects of trading, investing, entrepreneurship, and personal development. Join Akil Stokes, a professional trader, entrepreneur, and globally respected trading coach as he delivers new episodes each week.
Latest episodes

Apr 24, 2025 • 18min
1153 - Quality of Trade Rankings - Become The Disciplined Trader
Discover how traders can enhance discipline by prioritizing the process of good trading over immediate results. The podcast cleverly parallels trading with Major League Soccer's new Quality of Play Rankings, urging listeners to evaluate and improve their trading skills similarly. It also dives into the importance of emotional intelligence, providing practical strategies to manage feelings while navigating trades. Embrace a process-driven mindset to achieve consistent long-term success in both sports and trading!

Apr 22, 2025 • 12min
1152 - Why Trump Wants To End Independent Economics
The latest discussion dives into President Trump's aggressive stance against Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell. Can Trump legally remove him? The potential consequences could reshape independent economics. Listeners explore the delicate balance between presidential power and monetary policy. This rivalry could impact interest rates and market stability significantly. Plus, a nod to the podcast's journey towards 3 million listens adds an exciting vibe to the conversation!

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Apr 20, 2025 • 36min
1151 - Why Technical Analysis Is Important & How To Benefit From It
A presentation on why technical analysis is important & how having a greater understanding of why & how the markets move can help us both manage & take advantage of the financial markets. Topics include supply and demand, fundamental news releases, human behavior/crowd psychology & market manipulation.Keep an eye out for our next trading workshop coming in early June.Your Trading Coach - Akil

Apr 18, 2025 • 22min
1150 - How To Grow A Small Trading Account Into A Big One
How to treat your trading like a business & grow a small trading account into a big one using tactics like compounding capital & adding trade frequency. Other discussions also include looking at what type of return on investment a good trader should expect to make, the natural progression that a trader goes through & comparing trading on different timeframes. Learn to trade at www.TieroneTrading.comYour Trading Coach - Akil

Apr 15, 2025 • 14min
1149 - Building A Balanced Trading Portfolio - What Trading Metric i Value Most.
Discover the secrets to building a balanced trading portfolio, focusing on key strategies like position sizing and equity curve evaluation. Learn why an equitable balance between returns and drawdowns is crucial for minimizing risks. The discussion uses sports analogies to reveal how diverse elements contribute to overall success. Hear about the importance of capital preservation and how a mix of stable and volatile assets can optimize returns while reducing psychological stress. Get ready to approach trading with a well-rounded mindset!

Apr 12, 2025 • 12min
1148 - How & Where To Find The REAL Holy Grail of Trading
Is there a Holy Grail in trading? Surprisingly, it's not where most think. The key lies in cultivating mental resilience and discipline, especially after losses. Pullbacks can actually be beneficial—a lesson for traders facing struggle. The journey to consistency is more about psychological strength than just strategies. Drawing parallels to athletic training highlights the necessity of regular practice. Embrace improvement and separate yourself from the crowd of struggling traders!

Apr 11, 2025 • 16min
1147 - 4 Important Questions for Newer Traders
Answering 4 important questions from newer traders, covering topics such as building income, learning through structured methods, managing risk & developing consistency. If you're interested in learning more about how to trade, check out our risk-free trial membership at www.TierOneTrading.comYour trading Coach - Akil

Apr 8, 2025 • 15min
1146 - How One Word Caused A $6 Trillion Move
A $6 Trillion oopsie. The story of how a single word relating to President Donald Trump & his tariff plans caused the financial markets to explode all based on fake news. Please remember to SHARE this episode with your trading community & please leave me a rating/review if you haven't done so already.Your Trading Coach - Akil

Apr 7, 2025 • 12min
1145 - It's REALLY Easy & Hard To Lose Everything in Trading
Losing money in trading can feel both shockingly easy and frustratingly difficult. The discussion focuses on the crucial importance of risk management, specifically maximum allowable drawdown. Listeners hear personal stories of setbacks and the strategies that can prevent them. Additionally, the emotional impact of trading losses is explored through a candid account of one speaker's crisis, leading to reflections that reshape their approach to money management.

Apr 4, 2025 • 10min
1144 - Timeframes & Trading Competitions
Advice of proper progressions when it comes to using multiple timeframes & a look at the pros and cons of using trading competitions to build capital. Learn to trade at www.TierOneTrading.com Your Trading Coach - Akil
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