The Coolest Ways to Research Stocks Before Investing: Creative Tools & Strategies to Uncover the Next Hot Stock

By Katie Gomez “Cool” and “research” are words rarely found in a sentence together. Yet, the way we conduct research has evolved tenfold just in the last decade, especially regarding the stock market. Numerous young traders entering the market prefer to outsource, and sometimes pay for, the exhaustive research essential to their investments. Their desire…

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9 Essential Rules for Selecting Stocks When Day Trading

By Shane Neagle Have you considered how vital it is to pick the right stocks in day trading? Navigating the realm of intraday trading is akin to sailing through swiftly changing currents. In this environment, the art of choosing the right stocks is not just important—it’s essential. Each choice a trader makes carries significant impact,…

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Feeling vs. Thinking: Trading with your head and your heart

   By Katie Gomez In the dynamic realm of trading, success hinges on the ability to make informed decisions while effectively managing risk. While there are various perspectives on market analysis and risk management approaches, they can be broadly categorized into two distinct styles: thinking-based (left-brain) and feeling-based (right-brain) trading. Each approach possesses unique strengths…

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Reimagining Trading Strategies: Insight into the Mind of Real Traders

Featuring Michael Nauss In the world of stock market trading, one of the most pervasive questions is, “What do you think of Tesla?” or “What do you think of Nvidia?” In reality, however, discerning traders do not engage with markets based on hearsay opinions of individual stocks. Their approach is more strategic and scenario-driven. They…

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Trading Mind over Heart: P&L Strategies for Good Trading Decisions

By Katie Gomez The Profit and Loss (P&L) window is a double-edged sword for traders. While it’s a crucial tool for monitoring performance, fixating on it can lead to detrimental outcomes. In this article, we explore the significance of the P&L window, its impact on trading, and how to harness its power effectively. From the…

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Surfing and Stock Trading: Riding the Waves of Success

By Katie Gomez As always, my blogs strive to demystify trading and investing, making them more accessible to newcomers, especially the younger and less experienced individuals in the financial world. To maintain motivation, it’s crucial to simplify the learning process and make it relatable. Being from sunny San Diego, where I frequently observe surfers in…

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Lessons from Veteran Traders: A Trading Mentorship Session

By Michael Nauss, CMT I recently had the privilege of participating in an insightful trading mentorship session with another experienced technical analyst – Jabir Samji. Jabir has been a CMT charterholder for 10 years and currently works as a financial planning analyst, whereas I have had extensive experience in prop firm trading and hedge funds…

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A Novice’s Guide to Stock Trading: 3 Essential Tips

By Steve Gomez Hey there future traders! Excited about stock trading and can’t wait to dive in? Well, as someone with 25 years worth of experience in the trading game, I have got some valuable insights that might enhance your trading journey. Let’s break down these three key factors you should consider before taking the…

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4 Key Risk Management Factors When Day Trading

Written by Shane Neagle Can traders really navigate the unpredictable waters of day trading and come out ahead? Absolutely, and the secret lies primarily in sound risk management practices. In the fast-paced domain of day trading, where market dynamics can flip in a heartbeat, mastering risk management is a trader’s best defense. This mastery not…

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