The Mental Psychology of Trading: How to Master Your Mind for Success

If you’ve been trading for any amount of time, you already know that your biggest enemy in the markets isn’t the stock, the strategy, or even the economy—it’s YOU. Most traders fail not because they don’t have a good strategy, but because they can’t control their...

Is Day Trading Gambling? The Truth Every New Trader Needs to Know

If you’re new to trading, you’ve probably heard people say, “Day trading is just gambling!” Maybe you’ve even wondered yourself—is that true? Let’s set the record straight. Day trading is NOT gambling—IF done correctly. Sure, if you’re just throwing money at random...

Day Trading for Small Business Owners – How to Build an Extra Income Stream Without Disrupting Your Hustle

If you’re a small business owner, you already know the grind—long hours, managing cash flow, making tough decisions, and adapting when things don’t go as planned. Running a business is one of the hardest things out there, but if you’re doing it successfully, I’ve got...

Women in Day Trading – Breaking Barriers & Thriving in the Markets

Today, I want to talk about something that doesn’t get discussed enough in trading—women dominating in the financial markets. For decades, trading has been viewed as a male-dominated industry, but that’s changing fast. More women are stepping into day trading,...

From Uncertain to Confident: How Women Can Overcome Fear and Succeed in Trading

Fear is the single biggest factor keeping women from stepping into trading with confidence. Whether it’s the fear of losing money, making mistakes, or feeling out of place in a male-dominated industry, these doubts can feel overwhelming. The financial world has...

Breaking Barriers: Why Women Make Exceptional Traders (And How to Get Started)

For decades, trading has been seen as a man’s game—fast-paced, competitive, and high-risk. Many women hesitate to step into the markets, believing that finance, investing, and trading are better suited for men. But the truth? Women actually have a natural advantage in...

From Business Owner to Trader: How to Use Your Entrepreneurial Skills to Succeed in Trading

Running a business and trading the markets may seem like two entirely different worlds, but they share more similarities than most people realize. If you’re a business owner, you already possess many of the skills required to become a successful trader—you just need...

Why Business Owners Make Great Traders (And How to Avoid the Biggest Mistakes)

If you’re a business owner, you already have the skills to succeed in trading—even if you don’t realize it yet. You understand risk, strategy, patience, and decision-making better than most. You’ve built something from the ground up, navigated uncertainty, and made...

Why Most Beginner Traders Fail (And How to Avoid These Mistakes)

Most people enter trading with one goal: to make money. They imagine a life of financial freedom, leaving their 9-to-5 behind, and traveling the world while placing a few trades a day. It’s a great dream—until reality sets in. 90% of traders fail. That’s not meant to...

Psychology vs. Strategy: Why Your Mindset Matters More Than Your Trading Plan

1. The Hidden Battle: Trading Is 90% Psychology Most new traders believe success is about finding the perfect strategy. They chase indicators, tweak entry signals, and look for that one pattern that never fails. But here’s the truth: Your strategy is only 10% of the...
Understanding Order Imbalances in the Stock Market

Understanding Order Imbalances in the Stock Market

The stock market is a complex organism, with a multitude of factors influencing the value of securities. One such factor is the phenomenon of order imbalances, which can have a significant impact on the market and present unique opportunities for day traders. Causes...

Day Trading Masterclass: Empower Your Profit Potential

Day Trading Masterclass: Empower Your Profit Potential

Are you looking to empower your profit potential in the stock market, but don't feel like you have enough knowledge? Then it's time to get properly educated with our Day Trading Masterclass presented by Uncommon Education Trading! Our signature trading course is...

Mastering the Art of Trading with Rising Wedges

Mastering the Art of Trading with Rising Wedges

Are you looking for profitable trading opportunities in the stock market? Do you want to improve your technical analysis skills? Rising wedges might just be the trading strategy you need. A rising wedge is a popular chart pattern that technical traders use to identify...

How to Use the Bump and Run Reversal Pattern in Trading

How to Use the Bump and Run Reversal Pattern in Trading

Traders are always looking for new tools and techniques to help them make better trading decisions. One such tool is the bump and run reversal pattern, which has been gaining popularity in recent years due to its high success rate. In this blog post, we will explain...

Mastering the Art of Opening Range Breakouts in Trading Stocks

Mastering the Art of Opening Range Breakouts in Trading Stocks

Opening range breakouts are key moments in the stock market where traders can identify a trend and establish a directional bias for the day. It's a critical time that establishes the mood of the market for the rest of the day. As a trader, understanding the opening...

Guide to 2023 Stock Market and Bond Market Holidays

Guide to 2023 Stock Market and Bond Market Holidays

As investors, it's crucial to stay on top of market trends and plan for holiday closures. In 2023, there will be ten holidays on which the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) and Nasdaq will remain closed. In this blog post, we will provide you with all the details on...

Understanding Leverage in Trading: A Comprehensive Guide

Understanding Leverage in Trading: A Comprehensive Guide

Leverage is an essential component of trading, and it plays a crucial role in determining the success or failure of a trade. Put merely, leverage is borrowing money to increase the potential returns of a trade. In simple terms, leverage allows traders to multiply the...

A Comprehensive Guide to the Wilshire 5000 Index

A Comprehensive Guide to the Wilshire 5000 Index

Investors are intimately familiar with indices like the S&P 500, Nasdaq 100, Dow Jones Industrial Average, and Russell 3000. However, there is another lesser-known index that might be crucial for the US stock market. The Wilshire 5000 is a market-cap-weighted...