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May 2024
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456: “Becoming A $8M Funded Trader” - Da...

Etienne Crete
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“Becoming A $8M Funded Trader”

In episode 456 of the Desire To Trade Podcast, we will be listening to the recording of an interview with Juan Colon of Darwinex Zero and he talks about becoming an $8M funded trader. Learn how to build a track record and attract investor capital.

The video is also available for you to watch on YouTube.

>> Watch the video recording!

Topics Covered In This Episode
  • 00:00 Introduction
  • 00:45 Competition-style challenge and access to capital
  • 01:45 Affordable starting cost and MT4/MT5 usage
  • 03:36 Regulated brokerage and license ownership
  • 04:15 What to look for other than profits and returns
  • 06:29 Competing with experienced fund managers
  • 08:43 Advice to people who don’t want to pay a monthly fee
  • 09:50 Freedom in trading strategies
  • 11:33 Profitability and capital allocation
  • 13:27 Building a track record and opportunities
  • 15:26 Affordability and long-term benefits
  • 17:08 Learn more about Darwinex Zero (links below)
  • and much more

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