

The Trading Coach Podcast
Akil Stokes
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.
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Jan 19, 2025 • 27min
1095 - Don't Trade Like This
Explore the risky allure of trading based on intuition and feelings, and discover why a data-driven approach is crucial. Learn about the psychological traps that can ensnare traders after initial success. Delve into heuristics and how past experiences shape your trading decisions. Uncover the importance of recognizing cognitive biases and adhering to disciplined strategies. Finally, find out how testing trading techniques can boost your confidence and pave the way for consistent success in the market.

Jan 16, 2025 • 13min
1094 - Adding The Right Filter To Your Trading Strategy
Unlock the secret to optimizing your trading strategy by adding filters! Discover their role in improving performance and learn how to set clear goals. Gain insights on balancing win percentages with a psychologically manageable approach. Enhance your trading skills and streamline your decision-making for better results!

Jan 15, 2025 • 12min
1093 - Position Sizing Tactics - Which To Use?
Proper position sizing is key to trading success. In this episode of The Trading Coach Podcast, we're going to discuss the different types of strategies that you can use & when is the best time to use them.
If you're interested in learning how to trade please visit www.TierOneTrading.com
Your trading Coach - Akil

Jan 14, 2025 • 9min
1092 - TRADING BASICS: Key Terms To Understand
Dive into the essentials of trading with an exploration of key terms like 'long', 'short', 'bid', and 'ask'. Gain clarity on concepts such as bid-ask spread and leverage, vital for shaping trading strategies. Discover the crucial role of stop losses in risk management, ensuring traders limit their losses effectively. Plus, learn about stop orders and upcoming workshops designed to boost trading skills. Simple explanations make even the trickiest terms easy to grasp!

Jan 13, 2025 • 9min
1091 - Be Aware Before Picking A Trading Timeframe
Selecting the right trading timeframe is crucial for success. The discussion highlights how different timeframes suit various trading styles and lifestyles. Understanding the nuances between lower and higher timeframes can help traders integrate their activities smoothly into daily life. This decision can significantly impact overall trading performance, so awareness and strategic thinking are key.

Jan 12, 2025 • 16min
1090 - How The "Devon Principle" Will Help Your Trading
Learn about the "Devon Principle" from the master of trading psychology Dr. Brett Steenbarger & the crucial role that it plays in your ability to become a successful trader.
You can read the full blog post by Dr. Brett Steenbarger here - https://traderfeed.blogspot.com/2006/12/devon-principle.html
Your Trading Coach - Akil

Jan 9, 2025 • 14min
1089 - You Need To SCARE Yourself Into Success
The 2nd Friday of each new year is known internationally as "I Quit" day. This is the day when most people give up on their New Year's resolutions & go back to doing the same things they were doing the previous year.
In today's episode of The Trading Coach Podcast, we'll discuss how our current way of setting goals is WRONG and what we need to do to stay motivated past the first 14 days.
If you're interested in working with me & Jason Graystone, please visit www.TierOnetrading.com
Your Trading Coach - Akil

Jan 8, 2025 • 9min
1088 - Changes In The Financial Markets
Explore the fascinating evolution of financial markets and how it shapes trading strategies. Discover the human behaviors that drive market dynamics and the value of backtesting. Hear about the transition from reckless trading to a more mature, calculated approach. Insightful comparisons illuminate how traders grow wiser over time, advocating for strategic adaptations in today's stable environment.

Jan 7, 2025 • 15min
1087 - Are You Leaving Profits On The Table? 📽️
Debunking another trading myth about position sizing & how although we may think that we're doing more with less, we can actually be leaving massive amounts of profit on the table.
Learn to Trade at www.TierOneTrading.com
Your Trading Coach - Akil

Jan 6, 2025 • 9min
1086 - A Blown Trading Account On Day 1
The start of a new trading year can be a dangerous time due to the "new year" adrenaline that traders have when it comes to fresh starts & fresh goals as well as the fact that many professional traders are returning to the markets and establishing their new positions. If you're in too much of a rush to get started you run the high risk of blowing everything on day 1.
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Your Trading Coach - Akil