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Sep 2024

16m 35s

1020 - The Math Behind Full-Time Trading...

About this episode

Do you know how much money it would take for you to trade full-time? Most traders don't, so let's run through the numbers. We'll also discuss how a prop firm can help accelerate your journey to that goal.

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Your Trading Coach - Akil

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