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Aug 25
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522: What It Takes To Stay A Consistentl...

Etienne Crete
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What It Takes To Stay A Consistently Profitable Trader

In episode 522 of the Desire To Trade Podcast, you will be listening to an interview with millionaire trader, Dave Floyd, discussing the intricacies of trading and fund management. They focus on the importance of tightening trading processes, understanding performance metrics, and the significance of experience in identifying high-quality trade setups. They explore the psychological aspects of trading, the role of journaling, and the use of custom tools to enhance trading effectiveness. This interview also touches on managing investor expectations and adapting trading strategies to varying market conditions, ultimately emphasizing the need for constant evaluation and improvement in trading practices.

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Topics Covered In This Episode

  • 00:00 Introduction
  • 00:37 What’s new with Dave Floyd
  • 01:52 Key learnings from managing a fund
  • 04:34 The importance of process in trading
  • 06:01 Dealing with investors
  • 07:23 Risk management
  • 10:03 Tightening the trading process
  • 11:52 A+ trade setups and experience
  • 16:30 The role of journaling in trading
  • 20:19 Custom tools and technologies in trading
  • 23:17 Pressure of managing other people's money
  • 27:25 Adapting trading style to market conditions
  • 28:51 Knowing when to exit
  • 33:42 Managing trades effectively
  • 36:25 Where to find Dave Floyd (link below)

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