The Trading Coach Podcast

497 - Becoming A Better Trader Part 1 of 2

20 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

A look at the differences between evolving as a trader & being a system hopper. Check out our 14 Day trial membership on the Tier One Trading plat...

496 - Treat Your Portfolio Like Your Employees

18 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

A look at how to filter through your data in order to build the optimal trading portfolio. Learn to trade at  https://tieronetrading.com/ Your Tr...

495 - How To Learn on Limited Time

16 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Listen, we're all busy so "not having the time to..." is not a valid excuse. If you want to do something bad enough you'll find a way to make time for...

494 - Grading Your Life Like Your Trading

13 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Here's a look at how a very important concept that changed my trading around is now being implemented into my everyday life so that I can achieve my p...

493 - How I Value Correlations

11 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Correlations are typically a hot-button issue for me. But today, I'm going to surprise you by telling you how I value them in my trading.  Make s...

492 - Managing Emotions In The Market

09 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Some of my biggest struggles as a trader come after my most successful days in the market. Here are some tips that I've implemented over the years to ...

491 - Am I Too Old or Too Young to Start Trading

06 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

A look at how to go about approaching your dream of becoming a trader whether you think you are too young or too old to do so. Remember to leave this ...

490 - The Struggle of Creating Trading Rules

04 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Rules-based trading is difficult because rarely will anything work all of the time. The key, however, is to create your trading rules around what work...

489 - Trade Visualization & Tips to Get a Better Sleep

02 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

A conversation about how the practice of visualization can be beneficial to your trading performance as well as a few random tips on how to get a bett...

488 - Strat Dev, Testing & Portfolio Building

29 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

See the title & you'll know exactly what is discussed in this episode! Start your Trial Membership with Tier One Trading NOW! - https://training.t...

487 - Breaking Down Barriers To Success

27 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Most of the barriers stopping us from success are self-created & a change in mindset will be your most effective tool in smashing them down. Angle...

486 - Creating Time & Directional Biases

25 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Most of the time when we talk about creating filters for your trading we're referring to a specific signal on the chart, but time & direction can ...

485 - Courageous People Travel Light

22 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

What does it mean to be Courageous? What does traveling light have to do with anything? I think you'll be very empowered when I explain how the two go...

484 - Why I Stopped Day Trading

20 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

A look at why I stopped day trading and the reasons behind that decision. Learn to Trade - www.TierOneTrading.com Your Trading Coach - Akil 

483 - My Biggest Fear As A Trader

18 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

A look at my greatest fear as a trader & what steps I took to deal with it.  Start your 14-Day Trial Membership on the Tier One Trading Plat...

482- A Blueprint for New/Struggling Traders

15 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

An AMAZING interview with a struggling trader who has failed numerous times in the past & is now fully dedicated to doing everything possible to b...

481 - Which News Events Matter?

13 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

A look at the fundamental side of trading & how to determine which news events are important & how that importance changes over time. Join us...

480 - Gain Time Freedom from Automation

11 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

A look at how delegating or automating your strategy can help you make the leap from financial independence to TIME FREEDOM.  Learn to trade at ...

479 - Get 10 Years of Trading Experience in 1 Month

08 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Automated vs. Manual testing. Which is better? They both have their pros & cons but one will allow you to gain a lot more experience in a much sho...

478 - Correctly Judging Your Trading Success

06 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

I was asked the question "Akil do you think you can win 20 trades in a row?" My answer was "No." Does that make me a bad trader? And if not, how shoul...

477 - Killing The Caveman Brain

04 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Advice on how to turnaround your mind's natural negative bias & put yourself in a situation where your decisions are no longer driven by fear.&nbs...

476 - Learn About Wealth, Before Trading

01 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Before you can ever succeed in the financial markets you have to understand money. Once you do, you'll see that you'll have a much clearer idea of wha...

475 - Martingale Position Sizing Strategy. Good or Bad?

30 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

A look into the Martingale probability theory as it relates to trading & a discussion on if using it would be beneficial or harmful. For more free...

474 - My Must-Read Book Recommendations

28 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Here are some of my top book recommendations covering different categories.  Please remember to leave this podcast a rating & a review! Your ...

473 - Keeping Your Sanity During Backtesting

25 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Here's some advice on how to stay sane during the backtesting phase of your trading journey. To learn more about what's involved in a traders journey ...

472 (UPDATED!) - A Pointless, Yet Common Trading Question

25 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Sorry about the last episode, looks like I uploaded the wrong audio  One of the most common questions that I get about trading is also one of the...

472 - A Pointless, Yet Common Trading Question

23 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

One of the most common questions that I get about trading is also one of the most pointless ones. Allow me to explain why that is.  Start learnin...

471 - The Quickest Answer Isn't The Best Answer

21 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Don't confuse the quickest solution with being the best solution. Often, it's the action that takes the most time initially, that pays of the greatest...

470 - Are Major Pairs Better Than Minors?

18 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

We are conditioned to think that popular = better. In many aspects of life, this is true, but is it true when deciding which currency pairs to trade? ...

469 - New Trader, What's Your Long-term Plan?

16 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

When you first started trading did you have a long-term plan? If not, it's certainly worth considering sooner than later.  If you're a new and/or...

468 - The Benefits of Rules Based Trading

14 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever looked at a chart & were unsure about what action you should take? If so then let me tell you how implementing a rules-based trading...

467 - Do You Need A Single Trading Style?

11 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

As newer traders, we often feel the need to define what type of trader we are & only stick to that single way. This approach can be very beneficia...

466 - What Does Success Look Like?

09 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The other day I was told that I don't look successful. This prompted the question, does success have a look & if so is what we're being shown the ...

465 - Long-term Investing Using Technicals

07 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Long-term investing is different from trading. Regardless, being a skilled chartist will give you an edge that will allow you to generate much better ...

464 - The Best Time To Do Analysis

04 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

A look at what I believe is the absolute best time to analyze the markets & why that is.  Please support the podcast by leaving it a rating/r...

463 - The Last Step Before Trading Live

02 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

An inside look at the final step a trader needs to take before trading live as well as what to expect afterward.  Please do me a favor & leav...

462 - The Dangers of Demo Trading

27 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Although I believe that demo trading is an important step for every trader. If done incorrectly, it can be very dangerous to your account & your t...

461 - Consuming False Information

25 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Having so much information available to us at the click of a button makes becoming successful in anything easier than ever. Unfortunately, with so muc...

460 - The Best Strategy Is No Strategy

23 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Most new traders start their journey's by looking for the "best" trading strategy. Well after years of experience through my own journey & by work...

459 - What Should I Expect To Make From Trading?

21 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Here's a look at how to project what type of return you can make from your trading. Along with a discussion on having the right expectations & avo...

458 - Are Credit Cards Evil?

18 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Not all debt is bad, but there is a bad way to handle your debt. EMERGENCE 2021 - https://tieronetrading.com/emergence-2021/ Your Trading Coach - Akil...

457 - More Pairs or More Strategies?

16 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

A common question that I receive is "Akil, should I trade more pairs or more strategies?" To be honest, there is no wrong or right answer, but here's ...

456 - Things To Track While Backtesting

13 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

A look inside one of our weekly private Q&A sessions at a group discussion we had on what to track when doing your backtesting.  Register now...

455 - The Power of One Percent Change

11 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Massive results come from consistent small deliberate actions over time. Here's how dedicating yourself to minimal improvement can earn your maximum r...

454 - Change Your Views, Change Your Results

09 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Did you know that you can literally change your life by changing how you look at things? This was something that I did years ago to get both my tradin...

453 - When To Increase Your Position Size

07 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

There are many techniques & strategies that traders can use to tell them what position size to use on any given opportunity. One of which is quant...

452 - Is Demo Trading Pointless?

04 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Many people see demo trading as being a pointless effort. Now I agree that it shouldn't be viewed in the same light as live trading as they are not th...

451 - How To Stop Giving Profits Back

02 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever been on a hot streak only to give back most or all of your profits not too soon afterward? If so then this is a MUST LISTEN episode for ...

450 - Procrastination & Strategy Development

31 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

An AMAZING conversation on how to get over the procrastination hump as well as a look behind the curtains of what it takes to develop a trading strate...

449 - YOU Are More Important Than Your Strategy

28 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Strategies don't necessarily stand the test of time in the markets, but traders do. What I mean by this is that the market is only changing & if y...

448- The Numbers Won Me Over

26 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Little known fact but when I was first requested to test what was being called "the best pattern formation to trade," I thought it was a bunch of junk...

447 - Prop Firms & Knife Selling

24 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Once you become a skilled trader there are numerous ways in which you can turn that skill into a business. One way is to work for a prop firm. In this...

446 - Self Development Led Me To Trading

21 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

We never know where life is going to take us. But, for those who embark on a journey of bettering themselves, financial education & responsibility...

445 - Planning To Buy When Things Get Bad

19 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

A contrarian approach is key to investing, but what's also important is planning in advance so that you can jump on the opportunities as soon as they ...

444 - Adding Tools To Your Trading Arsenal

17 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Would you believe me if I told you that there was a point in my trading when I didn't think I'd ever be successful? Well, it's true, and in today's ep...

443 - A Realistic Timeline For Trading Success

14 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

A conversation about trading psychology, the power of simplification & a look at a realistic timeline & the process for becoming a consistentl...

442 - It's Easier Than Ever To Earn Success

12 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this time & age, it is easier than ever to earn your success simply due to the amount of information & guidance that is available to us. Wi...

441 - Grading Your Trades

10 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

A conversation about how to properly evaluate your trading performance & avoid judging your performance off of the outcome of the move.  Plea...

440 - You Can't Be A Can Kicker

07 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Most of the time when working with newer traders I'm preaching the fact that they need to slow down & go through a very specific process before ev...

439 -One of My Stupidest Trading Mistakes

05 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

A look back at one of the absolute stupidest mistakes that I made as a trader & what caused me to do so.  Please remember to leave this podca...

438 - Picking Locations To Take Profit

03 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

One of the biggest flaws that I see with traders isn't their ability to find good trading opportunities, rather their inability to pick good locations...

437 - I Almost Fell Victim to This Common Mistake

31 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Happy New Years traders! I figured that we'd kick off the new year by sharing with you what I've been up to over the holiday break when it comes to wo...

436 - How I Taught Myself To Understand Fundamentals

29 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Despite being a technical trader, I've learned the benefits of understanding the fundamental side of things as well. Here's what I did to teach myself...

435 - Spending & Saving Correctly

27 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We tend to spend when we should be saving & turn to saving when we need to be spending. Here's why this is a problem & what we need to do in o...

434 - How Losses Can Be Confidence Boosters

24 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

There are 4 types of trades. Good, Bad, Winning & Losing. Just because you take a loss or are on a losing streak doesn't mean that you're trading ...

433 - The Power of Practical Application

22 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

You won't get the result if you don't do the work. This is true in almost every aspect of life & is especially true in trading. We've always said ...

432 - The Fear of Trading Live Is Real!

20 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Transitioning to live trading is always a scary thing. In fact the fear of doing something new in general is a scary thing. Today's podcast features a...

431 - Win Percentage vs. Return on Investment

17 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

If you're someone who believes that there's a direct correlation between winning more & making more profit, then you'll certainly want to listen t...

430 - What Is Curve Fitting & Am I Doing It?

15 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

A conversation about the difference between curve fitting & maximizing your strategies performance.  Check out the FREE Ascension webinar tha...

429 - Multiple Investments, Multiple Income Streams

13 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

A look at the benefits of how trading multiple accounts, having multiple investments & developing multiple streams of income can have on your life...

428 - Backtesting & Standard Deviation

10 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

A look at how to take standard deviation into account when looking at your backtesting results & deciding whether or not to trade live or not.&nbs...

427 - Becoming A Discretionary Trader

08 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

A look at the obstacles that many traders never clear when attempting to become a consistently profitable trader & why becoming a discretionary tr...

426 - Does Knowing More mean Testing Less?

06 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

The other day I saw a great quote from Tom Basso that roughly said "the more you understand about what your trading, the less historical testing you n...

425 - Reset, Realign & Restart

03 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Sometimes the best way to move forward is to take a few steps back & gain perspective. I've had many "restarts" in my life & in my trading car...

424 - How To Stop Being Fearful

01 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Will Smith once said, "that on the other side of fear are the best things in life." I wholeheartedly believe in this as many of the most important dec...

423 - Does SUccess Mean Giving Up Control?

29 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Most entrepreneurs are control freaks. However, in order to maximize your success & grow your business, it often means letting go of that control....

422 - 4 Controversial Thoughts on Technical Analysis

26 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Take a listen to these 4 controversial thoughts about technical analysis & let me know if you agree or disagree. Learn to trade at - www.TierOneTr...

421 - Do You Need To Know Everything?

24 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Would you rather be great at one thing or good at a lot of things? This question sparked a pretty good discussion on what qualities are needed to be s...

420 - Stop Sabotaging Open Trades

22 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

The majority of the work should be done before you ever execute your trade. With that being said, the majority of mistakes that traders make come afte...

419 - Ignore, Laugh, Fight, Win!

19 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

A behind the scenes look at what the path of becoming an entrepreneur looks like from a psychological perspective & what mindset is needed to overcome...

418 - Working With Various Tools of Speculation

17 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

An interview with an aspiring trader explaining why he got into trading and his experiences up to this point.  Please do me a favor & leave m...

417 - Take The Money or Bet On Yourself?

15 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

A conversation about instant gratification & how to decide if it's better to take the safe route or bet on yourself.  If you've been enjoying...

416 - Go All In Or Quit Now

12 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

An open Q&A session covering a handful of topics including the importance of going "ALL IN" if you want to be successful.  Please support the...

415 - Making Money Is Easy But These 8 Things Aren't

10 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Here are 8 of the hardest things you need to do in order to become successful in trading and in business in general. Oh & guess what.. making mone...

414 - Developing A Consistent Trading Approach

08 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

A brief look at the importance of & how to develop a consistent approach to your trading.  Please remember to support the show by leaving me ...

413 - The Path To Ultimate Freedom

05 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

I'll often see the comment saying that "people only coach because they aren't making money trading." In this episode, we debunk that myth (kind of) bu...

412 - 2 Ways To Improve Your Trading & Business

03 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

If you've been a follower of ours for any time now then you know that we've always preached that you need to TREAT YOUR TRADING LIKE A BUSINESS. In th...

411 - Dealing with FOMO & Comfirmation Bias

01 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

The fear of missing out & negative confirmation bias are 2 psychological factors that can be devastating to your trading results. Here's how to so...

410 - 10 Habits of Top Traders

29 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

A discussion on the 10 habits that top traders share & how to go about developing them.  For more awesome content from Michael Lamothe, you c...

409 - I Don't Have A Plan B

27 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In one of the most motivational interviews we've done, this aspiring trader explains why he'd like to build an empire by the age of 50 & why he's ...

408 - Turning A Skill Into A Business & Growing It.

25 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Here's a look at how you can take a skill or a talent of yours & not only develop it into a business but then go on to expand that business. If yo...

407 - Is Good Trading Actually Boring?

22 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

You'll often hear traders say the phrase "Good trading is boring." In fact, this is something that I've said for years. With that being said, after re...

406 - Don't Risk Your Success Relying on Others

20 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

The greatest achievement in life is control. Control of your finances, control of your time & control of your decisions.  As long as you are ...

405 - What To Know Before Trading With A Small Account

18 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

I often get asked the question of if it's worth starting a trading account with a very small amount of capital & my answer is no.  My answer ...

404 - It's Time To Put Yourself First

15 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Sometimes we get so distracted by the work that we're doing that we forget WHY we're doing it in the first place. In this interview with an aspiring t...

403 - How to Handle Losing Trades

13 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

A conversation about active trade management techniques along with how to mentally deal with losing trades so that it doesn't affect your future decis...

402 - Turning Negatives into Positives

11 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

It's natural to experiences obstacles in whatever journey you take. The difference between those who ultimately go on to become successful & those...

401 - Don't Trade Live Until You've Done This

08 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Trading is a skill & like any skill, it takes time to develop. One of the main reasons that the failure rate in trading is so high is because most...

400 - Are You Viewing Money Incorrectly?

06 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Would you rather get rich quick or get wealthy slow? This question sparked an interesting conversation on how we value money & some of the misconc...

399 - I Rushed The Process & Paid For It

04 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Most of the lessons that a trader learns will come through their experiences in the market. If you take your time when learning to trade you'll experi...