From turning $12,415 into over $7.5 million in trading profits to coaching over 30 students into millionaires– my journey has been anything but ordinary.
At my recent Las Vegas conference, amidst a sea of hungry and eager traders, a moment of clarity struck me.
40 minutes until my next Q&A webinar for https://t.co/occ8wKmT5U students then I'm working on some new @StocksToTrade features tonight before I focus on an all-day live trading webinar tomorrow for my https://t.co/AJ1AMkwuoK students. This is after I've been in the studio the… pic.twitter.com/NTErOJQbpK
— Timothy Sykes (@timothysykes) October 30, 2023
It’s not just about money or strategies…
It’s the fire in your belly that truly defines success.
Inspired by those transformations, here are six pivotal steps that every aspiring trader must embrace.
And as always, these are lessons from the trenches…the real deal on what it takes to reach the pinnacle of trading success.
Table of Contents
Step #1: Discover Your Passion In Trading
To outsiders trading is always jam-packed with excitement and opportunities to make unthinkable amounts of money.
And while that can be true at times…most of the time trading is boring. It can also be stressful, frustrating, and mentally draining.
That’s why you must develop an unrelenting passion if you want to get through the difficult times.
Ask yourself…
What aspects of trading excite you the most?
Is it the fact that you can set your own hours…or there is no cap on how much you can potentially earn? Or that the markets are constantly changing, requiring you to keep up by studying and learning?
In addition, you want to narrow your focus at first. Pick one area of trading or one setup that appeals to you the most. Trying to do too many things at once can be a recipe for disaster.
So ends #tis2023 & I can’t thank the hundreds of students who came in person & the nearly 1,000 people who tuned in via livestream along with my team & all the incredible speakers too! Wheeww what a conference, crazy how many people stayed until the very end, I LOVE YOU ALLLLLL! pic.twitter.com/zXhorHaPa9
— Timothy Sykes (@timothysykes) October 30, 2023
Step #2: Embrace the Process
Imagine entering a marathon without any experience and expecting to break a world record in your first race.
I know…it sounds crazy, right?
Well, what’s also crazy is that some newbies expect to make money right away when they first start trading.
The truth is, even my best students struggled their first and second year to make money.
That’s why I always tell my new students not to focus on profits in the early stages of their journey.
Instead I want them to focus on:
Dedication– Commit to continuous learning and improvement.
Patience– Understand that mastery takes time.
Resilience– Be prepared to face setbacks and learn from them.
Don't give up; you never know how close you are. ⛏️ pic.twitter.com/ElIiyiJnec
— StocksToTrade (@StocksToTrade) October 30, 2023
Step #3: Set Realistic Goals and Milestones
Goal setting is crucial, but it’s equally important to be realistic.
For example, you might want to make a certain amount of money per month from trading…
However, you can’t control the market and what opportunities there will be.
That’s why having monetary goals isn’t that great.
On the other hand, process goals are things you can control.
For example, one goal might be to honor your trading plan. Or stick to your risk management rules.
Stick to process goals over profit goals and you’ll be surprised at the outcome.
In addition, try to break your goals into achievable milestones. Not to mention, celebrate each small victory…after all…it’s part of your growth.
As you advance so will your goals…make sure they align with your learning curve.
11pm study check, who's still up studying & preparing for the #StockMarket tomorrow?!?! HOW BAD DO YOU WANT SUCCESS AND HOW HARD WILL YOU PUSH YOURSELF TO ACHIEVE IT?!?!
— Timothy Sykes (@timothysykes) October 31, 2023
Step #4: Balance Risk and Reward
The name of the game has always been: live to fight another day.
Understanding and managing risk is non-negotiable.
- Never risk more than you can afford to lose.
- Learn to identify when a trade aligns with your risk tolerance
- Preserving capital is as important as making profits
- Your losers should be smaller than your winners
And of course, always remember my number one trading rule, and that’s cut losses quickly.
Being in person instead of streaming was soo much better. The tips and advice I received is invaluable, and networking with likeminded individuals was great. Can’t believe Bryce was so short, you’d never expect it #tis2023 @timothysykes @ArtofWarEH3 @TraderBryce @mono_trader pic.twitter.com/L3qJryQ3bj
— Ryan (@HeathenTrades) October 29, 2023
Step #5: Foster a Community
I believe when it comes to trading, you should be self-sufficient and trade your own ideas.
However, when it comes to learning and developing your skills…nothing beats being part of a community.
Being part of a community allows you to share experiences, strategies, and insights.
Not only that, but you can learn from others’ successes and mistakes.
When I make a boneheaded trade, I don’t delete my posts, or sweep them under the rug. I make videos about them to show my students what not to do. I want my students to know that you don’t have to be perfect all the time to make money…and that even top traders struggle from time to time.
Being part of a community allows you to get support and motivation.
@timothysykes @Rickytrades03 @TraderBryce @thelaptoplegend @edu_trades thanks for such opportunity!! See you all next conference….👏👏👏 pic.twitter.com/1mgdwnC2x7
— DimemixCol (@on_greens) October 28, 2023
Step #6: Maintain A Work-Life Balance
Trader & Investor Summit 2023
The second year and another amazing experience meeting all the great traders. Big inspiration 🙌@timothysykes pic.twitter.com/nuZEDzAu6a— Alexpanther17 (@Alexpanther17) October 27, 2023
Believe it or not…I’m not one of those mentors that believes that you need to eat, sleep, and breathe trading to be successful.
Yes, I want you to study your butt off and make sacrifices.
However, it should not be at a point that puts your mental and physical health in danger.
Not only do I love teaching…but I’m passionate about charity, and giving back.
Now, I’m not saying you should get into charity…but I don’t want trading to be your entire life.
Take breaks, indulge in hobbies, and spend time with loved ones.
If you can do that, you’ll be surprised at how a well-balanced life can enhance trading performance.
Are You Ready For The Challenge?
The path to trading success isn’t just about crunching numbers or following trends. It’s a fusion of passion, strategy, and balanced living, something I’ve lived and breathed through my entire career.
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