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Sep 2
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1209 - From Scammed To Structured - Buil...

AKIL STOKES
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After being scammed by others in the trading space, most would give up. But this trader stayed the course—driven by the vision of financial and time freedom. In this episode, we dive into his journey of balancing a demanding work schedule while building a trading routine, the importance of time management, and why newer traders must avoid overextending themselves. If you’re starting out and trying to make trading fit into your life, this conversation is for you.

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