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Edge UpPersonal VS Sim Account (Coming Back From A -$14,000 Drawdown) | 076Personal VS Sim Account Drawdown | 076There is no safety net when it comes to trading your personal account. you are soley responsible for the risk parameters you set; but what happens when your edge isn't playing out like you expected when first going live? Your backtesting data is there but how do you adjust?theres a saying along the lines of "anyone can mke money in the market, it's how much you keep at the end of the year that sets apart the winners from the losers"Risk parameters is what sets apart...
2025-10-0316 min
Edge UpEdge Erosion | 075Aloha! We are Glenn & Reid, founders of Hawai'i Trading Academy.Our Mission: Empower & nurture traders.Our Ethos: Integrity and transparency guide us as we focus on the essential pillars of trading success: Risk Management, Edge, and Psychology.Create Your Own Success In The Markets.Book a FREE call with us: https://bit.ly/HTACallReady to take the leap to get funded? Click the link below!https://www.surgetrader.com/?afmc=HTAFor more information about Trading Education in...
2025-02-2226 min
Edge UpFinding Success In Prop Firms | 074Aloha! We are Glenn & Reid, founders of Hawai'i Trading Academy.Our Mission: Empower & nurture traders.Our Ethos: Integrity and transparency guide us as we focus on the essential pillars of trading success: Risk Management, Edge, and Psychology.Create Your Own Success In The Markets.Book a FREE call with us: https://bit.ly/HTACallReady to take the leap to get funded? Click the link below!https://www.surgetrader.com/?afmc=HTAFor more information about Trading Education in...
2025-02-1030 min
Edge Up2025 New Year New Goals | 073Aloha! We are Glenn & Reid, founders of Hawai'i Trading Academy.Our Mission: Empower & nurture traders.Our Ethos: Integrity and transparency guide us as we focus on the essential pillars of trading success: Risk Management, Edge, and Psychology.Create Your Own Success In The Markets.Book a FREE call with us: https://bit.ly/HTACallReady to take the leap to get funded? Click the link below!https://www.surgetrader.com/?afmc=HTAFor more information about Trading Education in...
2025-02-0640 min
Edge UpLeveraging Funding Firms | 072Aloha! We are Glenn & Reid, founders of Hawai'i Trading Academy.Our Mission: Empower & nurture traders.Our Ethos: Integrity and transparency guide us as we focus on the essential pillars of trading success: Risk Management, Edge, and Psychology.Create Your Own Success In The Markets.Book a FREE call with us: https://bit.ly/HTACallReady to take the leap to get funded? Click the link below!https://www.surgetrader.com/?afmc=HTAFor more information about Trading Education in...
2024-10-1438 min
Edge UpTrading Hawai'i Time Zones | 071Aloha! We are Glenn & Reid, founders of Hawai'i Trading Academy.In this episode, we dive into the unique advantages of trading from Hawaii. Learn how to leverage the island's time zone to optimize your strategies in forex, crypto, stocks, and futures. We'll bust common myths, explore the best market hours, and offer tips on aligning your trading routine with island life. Discover how to create a seamless trading environment, manage risks, and maintain a balanced lifestyle—all while capitalizing on global market opportunities from paradise. Tune in to master the art of island trading!...
2024-08-2615 min
Edge UpFinding Focus In Trading | 070Aloha! We are Glenn & Reid, founders of Hawai'i Trading Academy.In the fast-paced and often chaotic world of trading, the ability to maintain focus is a crucial skill that can make the difference between success and failure. With constant market fluctuations, news updates, and the allure of quick gains, distractions are everywhere.Our Mission: Empower & nurture traders.Our Ethos: Integrity and transparency guide us as we focus on the essential pillars of trading success: Risk Management, Edge, and Psychology.Create Your Own Success In The...
2024-08-0151 min
Edge UpEmotional Control | 0691. Awareness: The journey begins with awareness. You must recognize that something in your trading approach or mindset needs to change. This awareness often comes after experiencing pain or setbacks – perhaps a series of losses or a particularly bad trade. Pain, as harsh as it may be, is one of the best teachers in trading.2. Willingness: Once you’re aware, the next step is willingness. How willing are you to change? Change requires effort and commitment. It’s easy to want to change but much harder to be genuinely committed to it. Only you know the true extent of the...
2024-06-2929 min
Edge UpChange Your Language, Change your life | 068Getting consistent start with the language we use in day to day life..Aloha! We are Glenn & Reid, founders of Hawai'i Trading Academy.Our Mission: Empower & nurture traders.Our Ethos: Integrity and transparency guide us as we focus on the essential pillars of trading success: Risk Management, Edge, and Psychology.Create Your Own Success In The Markets.Book a FREE call with us: https://bit.ly/HTACallReady to take the leap to get funded? Click the link below!https://www...
2024-05-2935 min
Edge UpLeaving The 9-5 & Trading Full-Time | 067Join us as we explore the realistic challenges and strategies of transitioning from a 9-to-5 job to full-time trading. Whether you're an aspiring trader or looking to refine your trading approach, this podcast aims to equip you with the insights and tools needed to navigate the trading landscape successfully.Motivations for Trading: Discussing common reasons why people want to shift from traditional employment to trading.Financial Preparation: How to financially prepare for the transition, including creating a cushion and understanding income requirements.Emotional and Lifestyle Impact: Exploring the psychological adjustments and lifestyle changes that accompany full-time trading.Risk...
2024-04-2324 min
Edge UpTrading Lies That Hold You Back | 066We debunk some of the most common myths and misconceptions that trap traders in cycles of frustration and failure that even we have succumb to in the past. We cover common lies we were led to believe when we first started off like why you don't have to be profitable every month to succeed, why there's no "Holy Grail" strategy that fits everyone, and how retail traders can indeed compete with big hedge funds. Our discussion goes beyond strategy, touching on the crucial psychological barriers that every trader faces, including the...
2024-04-1127 min
Edge UpMindset of The Top 5% of Traders | 065There's always a floating stat out there the talks about the stark reality of 90 to 95% of traders fail. But instead of dwelling on the reasons for failure, we shift our focus to the secrets behind the success of the elusive 5%. What sets these successful traders apart? The answer lies in their mastery of two critical types of consistency. First, we explore the importance of journaling and documenting every trade, a practice often neglected by the majority but embraced by the successful few. Then, we go deeper, into the consistency of a mindset towards...
2024-03-1837 min
Edge UpBuilding Better Trading Habits | 064Episodes Overview:MOVE for Success: Discover the undeniable benefits of incorporating at least 45 minutes of physical activity into your daily routine. Understand how breaking away from the sedentary lifestyle can reduce stress, improve mental health, and boost your trading performance.READ to Lead: Dive into the power of continuous learning with a commitment to reading at least five pages of an educational book each day. Explore how expanding your knowledge can sharpen your trading skills, foster a growth mindset, and keep you ahead in the fast-paced trading world.DRINK Your Way to Peak Performance: Uncover the science behind...
2024-02-2612 min
Edge UpSocial Media and Trading | 063Aloha! We are Glenn & Reid, founders of Hawai'i Trading Academy.Our mission: Cultivate & sustain profitable traders.Our ethos: Be honest and transparent as we build our content off of what we consider three pillars of successful trading: Risk Management, Edge, and Psychology.For more information about Trading Education in Hawaii, visit our links below:Bootcamp & Trainings: https://training.hawaiitradingacademy.com/storeWebsite: https://bit.ly/HawaiiTradingHTA TV: https://bit.ly/3sLQpnIPodcast: https://spoti.fi/3wfbqF7Youtube: https://bit.ly/HTAtube
2024-02-2110 min
Edge UpKnow Your Why | 062Aloha! We are Glenn & Reid, founders of Hawai'i Trading Academy.Our mission: Cultivate & sustain profitable traders.Our ethos: Be honest and transparent as we build our content off of what we consider three pillars of successful trading: Risk Management, Edge, and Psychology.For more information about Trading Education in Hawaii, visit our links below:Bootcamp & Trainings: https://training.hawaiitradingacademy.com/storeWebsite: https://bit.ly/HawaiiTradingHTA TV: https://bit.ly/3sLQpnIPodcast: https://spoti.fi/3wfbqF7Youtube: https://bit.ly/HTAtube
2024-01-0403 min
Edge UpMarket Moves: Gold, BTC, Hawaiian Airlines, Hawaii Stocks | 061Aloha! We are Glenn & Reid, founders of Hawai'i Trading Academy.Our mission: Cultivate & sustain profitable traders.Our ethos: Be honest and transparent as we build our content off of what we consider three pillars of successful trading: Risk Management, Edge, and Psychology.In this power episode, we go over recent market moves like Gold, BTC, Hawaiian Airlines (HA), and other Hawaii companies or at least have a heavy interest in the islands. Stay diligent friends!For more information about Trading Education in Hawaii, visit our links below:Bootcamp & Trainings...
2024-01-0136 min
Edge UpTrade60 - Building Good Habits | 0601) Read 5 pages of a trading book. (see book recommendation channel)2) Journal or review a trade and document it. - (backtesting counts)3) Workout once (at least 45min). A Walk counts.4) Drink half a gallon of water a day = 64 ouncesBottom line: you’ll come out a better trader, more resilient, disciplined person at the end of the 60 days.Great traders have these traits - grit,discipline, resiliencyBootcamp & Trainings: https://training.hawaiitradingacademy.com/storeWebsite: https://bit.ly/HawaiiTradingHTA TV: https://bit.ly/3sL...
2023-12-2914 min
Edge UpFramework of Setting Goals in 2024 | 059Setting Goals: The Framework for Success1️⃣ Set Goals with a PurposeBegin with a bigger vision and purpose.Start with the end in mind.Example: Donating a million dollars to charity.Write down goals for clarity and motivation.2️⃣ Create an Action Plan: Break Down GoalsBreak goals into manageable pieces.Share goals with others for accountability.Consider 90-day targets and yearly goals.Example: Break down a 10-year goal into yearly, quarterly, and monthly targets.3️⃣ Take the ActionSurround yourself with the right people for accountability.Identify those who align with your goals.Implement a...
2023-12-0726 min
Edge UpTrading Through The Holidays | 058Aloha! We are Glenn & Reid, founders of Hawai'i Trading Academy.Our mission: Cultivate & sustain profitable traders.Our ethos: Be honest and transparent as we build our content off of what we consider three pillars of successful trading: Risk Management, Edge, and Psychology.For more information about Trading Education in Hawaii, visit our links below:Bootcamp & Trainings: https://training.hawaiitradingacademy.com/storeWebsite: https://bit.ly/HawaiiTradingHTA TV: https://bit.ly/3sLQpnIPodcast: https://spoti.fi/3wfbqF7Youtube: https://bit.ly/HTAtube
2023-11-2720 min
Edge UpWhy You Need To Backtest | 057Aloha! We are Glenn & Reid, founders of Hawai'i Trading Academy.Our mission: Cultivate & sustain profitable traders.Our ethos: Be honest and transparent as we build our content off of what we consider three pillars of successful trading: Risk Management, Edge, and Psychology.In this episodes, we discuss why backtesting is important and why we still do it 10 years in the game. There are different backtesting methods and if you want to stay on point and in-sync, backtesting along with journaling is the way to go.Reasons to backtest:Know your...
2023-11-2029 min
Edge UpResiliency Over LUCK | 056Aloha! We are Glenn & Reid, founders of Hawai'i Trading Academy.Our mission: Cultivate & sustain profitable traders.Our ethos: Be honest and transparent as we build our content off of what we consider three pillars of successful trading: Risk Management, Edge, and Psychology.You may get lucky by YOLOing your account but it is not repeatable nor is it sustainable. The characteristic that all traders must develop is the skill of resiliency. It won't develop over night but it's something to strive for. The market will constantly deliver losses but only those...
2023-11-1327 min
Edge UpGetting In Sync With The Markets | 055Aloha! We are Glenn & Reid, founders of Hawai'i Trading Academy.Our mission: Cultivate & sustain profitable traders.Our ethos: Be honest and transparent as we build our content off of what we consider three pillars of successful trading: Risk Management, Edge, and Psychology.In this episode, we share personal stories of how we get in sync with the markets, AKA trading in the zone, as well as the negatives that comes with not being in sync...losses.Actionable steps that we go over to help you get in sync with the markets...
2023-11-1120 min
Edge UpDoes Trading Get Easier? | 054Aloha! We are Glenn & Reid, founders of Hawai'i Trading Academy.Our mission: Cultivate & sustain profitable traders.Our ethos: Be honest and transparent as we build our content off of what we consider three pillars of successful trading: Risk Management, Edge, and Psychology."Trading doesn't get easier, you just get better". After a decade in the markets, we answer the question, does trading get easier? Getting into trading is easy, trading itself get’s easy but overall the same challenges will remain.Show Notes:Related Episodes:029 | Why Do So Many Trader's Fail?015 | Treat Trading Like A BusinessFor more information about Trading Ed...
2023-10-2313 min
Edge UpWar Is A Racket | 053War is a racket - “I spent 33 years and four months in active military service and during that period I spent most of my time as a high class muscle man for Big Business, for Wall Street and the bankers. In short, I was a racketeer, a gangster for capitalism.”“WAR is a racket. It always has been. It is possibly the oldest, easily the most profitable, surely the most vicious. It is the only one international in scope. It is the only one in which the profits are reckoned in dollars and the losses in lives.”― S...
2023-10-1829 min
Edge UpTrading A 9-5 For His Dreams - Brandon Rabe | 052Aloha! We are Glenn & Reid, founders of Hawai'i Trading Academy.Our mission: Cultivate & sustain profitable traders.Our ethos: Be honest and transparent as we build our content off of what we consider three pillars of successful trading: Risk Management, Edge, and Psychology.In this episode, we sit down with Brandon Rabe, a real estate investor out here in Hawai'i who shares an inspirational message of following your dreams.Brandon is an active out of state investor based in Honolulu, HI with a portfolio of single family properties in the Midwest. As a loving husband and...
2023-10-1646 min
Edge UpGambling Trader OR Trading With Risk Management? | 051In this episode, we discuss The Gambler and The Risk Manager. Proper Risk management is the way to stay in the game of trading. Dive into their contrasting approaches – one chasing wild dreams, the other calculated and composed. Explore the importance of risk assessment, emotional control, and gradual position sizing. Tune in and trade smarter as we edge up together. "Risk control is the most important thing in trading. If you have a losing position that is making you uncomfortable, the solution is very simple: Get out, because you can always get back in." - Pa...
2023-10-0929 min
Edge UpProactive And Reactive Trading | 050In this podcast, we explore the critical balance between proactive and reactive decision-making in the world of trading. Proactive decisions involve preparing meticulously before entering the market, while reactive decisions entail responding to market conditions as they unfold.Proactive Trading (Preparation Is Key):Proactive trading means being well-prepared before trading.It includes maintaining a calm state of mind, knowing your trading system, and conducting chart analysis.Proactive traders intentionally engage with the market, plan for various scenarios, and create a favorable trading environment.They establish clear trading rules and journal their trades for continuous improvement.Engaging...
2023-10-0227 min
Edge UpWhat Would You Do With $1,000,000? | 049What would happen if you invested $1,000,000 into the S&P 500 right now, 2023? Historically, the S&P return has been around 7% to 9%, when adjusted for inflation. This average return is based on data going back several decades. Therefore, if you invested this $1,000,000 into one big, diversified fund, you could see a net of $70,000-$90,000. After taxes, you're looking at $42,000 to live off of. By doing absolutely nothing, netted that profit is a big help and helps add staying power.Aloha! We are Glenn & Reid, founders of Hawai'i Trading Academy.Our mission: Cultivate & sustain profitable traders.Our ethos: Be honest and...
2023-09-2520 min
Edge UpInterview With An NFT Trader - Chris Matrecito | 048In this episode, we are sitting with our Guest Chris Matrecito, a former Mutant Ape owner but still holds digital land in "The Otherside" by Yuga Labs, famously known for their Bored Ape Yacht Club project.Chris walks us through how he got started in Crypto/NFT Market, scams, and future endeavors that hopefully will be propelled with Cryptocurrencies. We talk Bitcoin, Ethereum, Crypto In Hawaii and how we trade crypto in Hawai'i, the future of money and much more on this episode. This is our first interview and first time we learn about a Trader involved with NFT's...
2023-09-1831 min
Edge UpAre Funding Firms A Scam? | 047In recent light, there have a been a few bad actors in the Funding Firm market. Most notably, is MFF, MyForexFunds, whose funds have been put on hold. We are getting asked more and more, Are Funding Firms A Scam?In this episode, Glenn and Reid talk about their experience with prop firms and what to avoid. Mahalo for listening! Aloha! We are Glenn & Reid, founders of Hawai'i Trading Academy.Our mission: Cultivate & sustain profitable traders.Our ethos: Be honest and transparent as we build our content off of what we consider three pillars of successful trading: Risk Management...
2023-09-1120 min
Edge UpThe ONLY Trading Edges You NEED | 046Did you know there are two edges when it comes to trading?For every human being alive, there is an edge. There is an edge that fits everyone’s personality that will give them an advantage in the market. However, there is a second edge that not many people acknowledge. We discuss the second edge in today’s episode: There Are 2 Trading Edges.References:Episodes:EP 044 | Getting Funded With Surge Trader - https://open.spotify.com/episode/2P7mjVJJzok9qB1HxveS44?si=6525718a250f4a2cBooks:“One Good Trade” by Mike Belafiore - https://amzn.to/3UxIMcC“Trading In The Zone”...
2023-07-0218 min
Edge UpTrading Crypto In Hawai'i | 045In exactly one year from today, Hawaii's "Crypto Pilot Program" will be up for renewal or withdrawn completely. Major exchanges such as Gemini, Sofi, and Uphold to name the common ones are allowed to function in Hawai'i.There are a total of 11 companies that is part of Hawai'i's "Digital Currency Innovation Lab" where you can buy/hold/sell/trade cryptocurrencies - MORE INFOR HERE - The 11 approved companies are: bitFlyer, Blockfi (no long in business), Apex Crypto, Flexa, ErisX, CloudNalu, River Financial, Sofi, Uphold, and coin me.We get asked often "Can we trade crypto in Hawai'i?" and "HOW do...
2023-06-3033 min
Edge UpGetting Funded with Surge Trader - A Trader Success Story | 044In this episode, we discuss how Glenn followed his plan, received funding and how he was able to capitalize to get funded within 6 days. Aloha! We are Glenn & Reid, founders of Hawai'i Trading Academy.Our mission: Cultivate & sustain profitable traders.Our ethos: Be honest and transparent as we build our content off of what we consider three pillars of successful trading: Risk Management, Edge, and Psychology.We aim to provide you a solid foundation, continuing education, and a resilient community of like-minded individuals after becoming profitable or funded.For more information about Trading Education in Hawaii, visit our links below...
2023-06-2537 min
Edge UpHow To Trade Inflation | 043In this episode, we dive into Inflation and how that affects our trading.Aloha! We are Glenn & Reid, founders of Hawai'i Trading Academy.Our mission: Cultivate & sustain profitable traders.Our ethos: Be honest and transparent as we build our content off of what we consider three pillars of successful trading: Risk Management, Edge, and Psychology.We aim to provide you a solid foundation, continuing education, and a resilient community of like-minded individuals after becoming profitable or funded.For more information about Trading Education in Hawaii, visit our links below:Bootcamp: training.hawaiitradingacademy.com/hta-igTrainings: https://training.hawaiitradingacademy.com/storeWebsite: https...
2023-06-2225 min
Edge UpPhases Of Consistency | 042Aloha! We are Glenn & Reid, founders of Hawai'i Trading Academy.In this episode, we dive into the phases of consistency and how it changes when it applies to your trading. Beginner - show up consistentlyIntermediate - consistently do the same thing to refine.Advanced - Consistently journaling to improve all areas of life improvement.Our mission: Cultivate & sustain profitable traders.Our ethos: Be honest and transparent as we build our content off of what we consider three pillars of successful trading: Risk Management, Edge, and Psychology.We aim to provide you a solid foundation, continuing...
2023-04-0136 min
Edge UpShould You Be Trading On Your Phone? | 041Aloha! We are Glenn & Reid, founders of Hawai'i Trading Academy.and thanks for visiting!In this episode, we discuss phone trading. Should we be using our phones to actively trade? Is trading from your phone profitable?We answer these questions and more as we dive into how we use our phones to benefit our trading edge.Long story short. Yes. but it should be used very limited not as an active analysis tools mainly because of screen size. Technology is amazing!Our mission: Cultivate & sustain profitable traders....
2023-03-3012 min
Edge UpTrading Approach In A Fearful Market | 040Aloha! We are Glenn & Reid, founders of Hawai'i Trading Academy.UFO's, Bank collapses, layoffs. What a crazy time it is and just in Q1 alone!In this mini episode, we discuss our approach on how we trade, what fundamental aspects we are aware of and overall, our thoughts on current events in regards to market moves.Hope you enjoy and gain some valuable insight!Our mission: Cultivate & sustain profitable traders.Our ethos: Be honest and transparent as we build our content off of what we consider three pillars of...
2023-03-3028 min
Edge UpMental Resiliency | 039Aloha! We are Glenn & Reid, founders of Hawai'i Trading Academy.In this episode, we discuss different practices of trading and how to increase the skill we can all develop: Mental Resiliency, or Mental Toughness/Mental Strength.We discuss Mental Resiliency in Episode 21 but for this, we go deeper on how to develop this precious skill and how important it is not only to trading but in any challenging life endeavor. New Flash: your entire life will require resiliency. Let's work on it and edge up, together!Our mission: Cultivate & sustain profitable traders.
2023-03-0226 min
Edge Up4 Regrets In Trading | 038Aloha! We are Glenn & Reid, founders of Hawai'i Trading Academy.Our mission: Cultivate & sustain profitable traders.Our ethos: Be honest and transparent as we build our content off of what we consider three pillars of successful trading: Risk Management, Edge, and Psychology.We aim to provide you a solid foundation, continuing education, and a resilient community of like-minded individuals after becoming profitable or funded.For more information about Trading Education in Hawaii, visit our links below:Bootcamp: training.hawaiitradingacademy.com/hta-igTrainings: https://training.hawaiitradingacademy.com/store
2023-02-2431 min
Edge UpOptimize Routines | 037Aloha! We are Glenn & Reid, founders of Hawai'i Trading Academy.Our mission: Cultivate & sustain profitable traders.Our ethos: Be honest and transparent as we build our content off of what we consider three pillars of successful trading: Risk Management, Edge, and Psychology.We aim to provide you a solid foundation, continuing education, and a resilient community of like-minded individuals after becoming profitable or funded.For more information about Trading Education in Hawaii, visit some links below:Bootcamp: training.hawaiitradingacademy.com/hta-igTrainings: https://training.hawaiitradingacademy.com/store
2023-02-1731 min
Edge Up60TRADE Details | 036Aloha! We are Glenn & Reid, founders of Hawai'i Trading Academy.For the next 60 days, commit to becoming the best version of yourself. You must: 1) Read 5 pages of a trading book. (see book recommendation channel) 2) Journal or review a trade and document it. - (backtesting counts) 3) Workout once (at least 45min). 4) Drink 1 gallon of water a day. 5) Set aside money for a funding challenge (prop firm of your choice). On the last day after you have completed 1-4, sign up for a prop firm challenge. This...
2023-02-0209 min
Edge UpHow To Improve As A Trader | 035Aloha! We are Glenn & Reid, founders of Hawai'i Trading Academy.Recently, Glenn completed the famous 75HARD challenge, created by Andy Frisella. Reid fell short at 57 for missing a selfie.The reason why we wanted to conduct this challenge is to increase our mental fortitude and develop our resiliency skillset. Why?Because in trading, we believe that 90% of traders fail because they are not willing to do the mental work on themselves. It's a hard pill to swallow but if trading was easy, everyone would be doing it and making money.This...
2023-02-0242 min
Edge Up7 Habits For Success | 0347 HABITS FOR SUCCESSSuccess - the favorable or prosperous termination of attempts or endeavors; the accomplishment of one's goals.Show Up.Water Your Garden.Own Your Decisions.100% Philosophy.Failures Lead To Success.Delayed Gratification.Have Systems.Aloha! We are Glenn & Reid, founders of Hawai'i Trading Academy.Our mission: Cultivate & sustain profitable traders.Our ethos: Be honest and transparent as we build our content off of what we consider three pillars of successful trading: Risk Management, Edge, and Psychology.We aim to provide you a solid foundation, continuing education, and...
2022-11-1645 min
Edge Up4 Common Fears Of Trading | 033Fear is a big emotion that can be detrimental to a trader’s profitability. The good part about fear is that every. Single. Human. Experiences fear.Sometimes in the market it can be difficult to tell if you are trading from a place of fear or greed.There are four major fears that we discuss in this episode when it comes to trading.1. Fear of being wrong/wanting to be RIGHT.2. Fear of losing money.3. Fear of Missing Out. FOMO.4. Fear of leaving money on the table....
2022-10-2521 min
Edge UpHow To Trade $200k | 032Aloha, Trader's!In this episode, Glenn and Reid discuss different ways to reach 200K in capital with the most popular and attainable being through Prop Firms.We also dive into how it's relatively easy to get funded but it's staying funded that is the hardest part. You gamble and attain the required profit target and follow the rules but can you stick to them throughout your trading career?If you're curious on how we are able to get funded and stay funded, visit the links below!Thanks for listening....
2022-10-1726 min
Edge UpSuccessful Trading Starts With You | 031The quote "change your mindset, change your life" resonates very adequately to trading. With anything you want in life, it will require focus and determination along with a few other things but it starts with our thoughts.It's no different when it comes to trading, in fact, it's probably more difficult to keep psychological discipline and focus during the rollercoaster of emotions that comes with trading.Success starts in the mind.Glenn & Reid go over what they would have done differently when it comes to trading and the false belief that come with...
2022-10-1019 min
Edge UpTrading On Tilt | 030Aloha! We are Glenn & Reid, founders of Hawai'i Trading Academy.Signs of trading on tilt:- increasing your risk size above your initial tolerance.- a trade that has been adjusted multiple times (2-3).- always checking the position.- placing trades you wouldn't normally place (either different market conditions or pairs).- I don't care, I just need to win my money back.-You don’t realize how deep of a hole that you’re digging for yourself. Analogy. Delusional focus. A sense of mani...
2022-10-0325 min
Edge UpWhy Do So Many Trader's Fail? | 029Aloha! We are Glenn & Reid, founders of Hawai'i Trading Academy.There’s a statistic floating around you’ve probably heard:“90% of traders lose 90% of their money in 90 days"While we can’t confirm where this claims is from,The truth is not far off- babypips.org reveal some truths:Taking this stat, if I were to join the 80 percent of traders, doing what they are doing and showing on social media I would be apart of the stat.some reasons trader's fail:Lack of experience, knowledg...
2022-09-2627 min
Edge UpNever Force A Trade | 028Aloha! We are Glenn & Reid, founders of Hawai'i Trading Academy.Tips/Advice/to avoid forcing: How do I stop overtrading?REVIEW your plan -TRUST in your plan that when the opportunity presents itself it will be effortless, and very obvious to you.Take a step back from the markets. Let it be. It will be there when you return with a fresh and clear mind.Accountability partner. (community - HTA!)Keep risk management in mind. Know when to play offense or defense. Lift off the gas when you have to protect your capital. Over time you...
2022-09-1924 min
Edge UpTaking Action on A Trade | 027Aloha! We are Glenn & Reid, founders of Hawai'i Trading Academy.Afraid to "pull the trigger" on a trade?Pulling the trigger can be harder in different phases of your trading. Meaning it will be mentally harder to enter a position in a losing period rather than winning period.Solutions: How to overcome the fear of pulling the triggerKnow your plan - backtest if you’re not confident in your trading.Keep risk management as a priority (before you call yourself “trader” professionals consider themselves risk managers AKA: money manage...
2022-09-1218 min
Edge UpTrading VS Gambling | 026Aloha! We are Glenn & Reid, founders of Hawai'i Trading Academy.Are you gambling or are you trading? When it feels good just to look at the charts, you may have an addiction, a trading/chart addiction.Gambling - take risky action in the hope of a desired result.Gambling addiction vs trading addictionIf you label yourself a trader...DELETE the word “GAMBLING” from your dictionary.Investing and gambling both involve risking capital in the hopes of making a profit.In both gambling and investing, a key principle is to mi...
2022-09-0523 min
Edge UpIs Trading A Scam? | 025Aloha! We are Glenn & Reid, founders of Hawai'i Trading Academy.Don’t fall for false exceptions in this industry; You’ll save money and heartache.Lavish vacations.Only showing wins.Never losing.Lavish lifestyle.Always questions the sources you’re learning from.The quality of life depends on the quality of questions you ask.What’s my risk?Can I risk losing this investment?Trust but validate trader’s track records and testimonials. Validate their approach.Know the difference between a great marketer from a great trader. Wh...
2022-08-2917 min
Edge UpWisdom of Tom Basso | 024Aloha! We are Glenn & Reid, founders of Hawai'i Trading Academy.In this episode, we discuss a great from the book Market Wizards: Tom Basso.Our mission: Cultivate & sustain profitable traders.Our ethos: Be honest and transparent as we build our content off of what we consider three pillars of successful trading: Risk Management, Edge, and Psychology.We aim to provide you a solid foundation, continuing education, and a resilient community of like-minded individuals after becoming profitable or funded.For more information about Trading Education in Hawaii, visit our links...
2022-08-2227 min
Edge UpFlow State | 023Aloha! We are Glenn & Reid, founders of Hawai'i Trading Academy.Flow/in the zone state-deeply focused on something and nothing can bother you. Why is it important to get into a “flow state”More profitLess lossesAllows you to make better decisionsSee more opportunitiesAvoid being married to positionsDo you have to be “in the zone” all the time when trading?No but the closer you are to that frame of mind, the higher probability you have of making the better d...
2022-08-1524 min
Edge UpDevelop A Winning Attitude | 022Aloha! We are Glenn & Reid, founders of Hawai'i Trading Academy.As we move on our Psychology mini-series. We dive into developing a winning attitude in everyday life, how to do so, and why this is important as traders.Steps to develop a winning attitude:1) Set the commitment - come from a place of purpose. Get Real clear and detailed with your ultimate goal.2) Create a plan.3) Take small actions toward your plan.4) Stick to the plan.5) Surround yourself with the right people - a solid...
2022-08-0918 min
Edge UpMarket Resiliency | 021Aloha! We are Glenn & Reid, founders of Hawai'i Trading Academy.As one of the 3 pillars of trading, Psychology is of the upmost importance. Resiliency, the ability to bear the worst and still come out on top, AKA mental toughness, is a trait not talked about enough when it comes to trading. Therefore, we dig a little into what resiliency is and how to develop mental toughness in challenging market conditions.Key takeaway's from this episode:1) Accept the market reality as is. (have a realistic approach)2) Learn from your mistakes.3...
2022-08-0831 min
Edge UpRisk Management | 020Aloha! We are Glenn & Reid, founders of Hawai'i Trading Academy.Everyday we take risks. As traders, managing our risk is more important than learning how to get into the trade.In fact, entering the market is the easiest thing to do as traders, yet most traders focus too much on when to enter while lacking focus on how to manage the trade or exit properly at a maximum profit.Key takeaway from this episode:Before entering the trade, know how much I am risking.When can I adjust my stop los to...
2022-07-2726 min
Edge UpKey Drivers of The Forex Market | 019Aloha! We are Glenn & Reid, founders of Hawai'i Trading Academy.There’s a reason why prop firms like Tops step, MFF, and FTMO disallow trading during major events, it’s more so to protect you. Here are the main factors that we believe are key factors that drive the Forex Market.Key driving factors of the market:1) NFP (non-farmers payroll); every first Friday.2) FOMC - fed directing monetary policies3) World events - major war or natural causes events, elections.4) Interests rates.Book recommendations in this epis...
2022-07-1838 min
Edge UpGetting Funded | 017In this episode, Glenn walks us through the two step process of getting funded.Benefits of going with a Prop firm:Don’t need to save capital saves timeNot your moneyReasonable profit splitsSmall fee for greater cash flowLess pressureLess stressProp firms are trsanparentGoals with a Prop Firm:Prove Profitability.Manage Risk.No time limit to reach your goal.Great basic rules to implement into your trading plan.Aloha! We are Glenn & Reid, founders of Hawai'i Trading Academy.Our mission: Cultivate profitable (and ul...
2022-07-1511 min
Edge UpJournaling Importance | 018Aloha! We are Glenn & Reid, founders of Hawai'i Trading Academy.In this episode, we go over Journaling and the importance of it!If you aren’tt journaling your trades…WHY?!Your journal should contain at least 6 categories:1) Pair/product2) Direction3) Date trade goes live4) Entry level/price5) Stop loss6) Result in percent/pips/ticskAloha! We are Glenn & Reid, founders of Hawai'i Trading Academy.Our mission: Cultivate profitable (and ultimately funded) traders.Our ethos: Be hone...
2022-07-1231 min
Edge Up017 | Lessons From A Funded TraderAloha! We are Glenn & Reid, founders of Hawai'i Trading Academy.Becoming a funded trader and the lessons that come along with it. In this episode, Glenn shares his journey leading up to becoming funded, why he chose to become funded, and key lessons he learned during the funded process with FTMO.Our mission: Cultivate profitable (and ultimately funded) traders.Our ethos: Be honest and transparent as we build our content off of what we consider three pillars of successful trading: Psychology, Risk Management, and Strategy refinement.We hope to...
2022-07-0622 min
Edge UpPositive Expectancy | 016Positive Expectancy - What is Positive Expectancy?Mark Douglas, famous trader states - “Remember our definition of a winning attitude: a positive expectation of your efforts with an acceptance that whatever results you get are a perfect reflection of your level of development and what you need to learn to do better.”“Expectancy Definition: the state of thinking or hoping that something, especially something pleasant, will happen or be the case.“Review for journal.Track your progress.set goals like: Win 1 more, Lose a little less.find out if y...
2022-06-2137 min
Edge UpTreat Trading Like A Business | 015Aloha! We are Glenn & Reid, founders of Hawai'i Trading Academy.PART 2 of 2: Process Over ProfitsIn this Episode, we continue our 2 part mini series on Process Over Profits. Specifically we dive into the HOW to treat trading like a business from a psychological and individualistic point of view. We share what we believe are 10 components that will help any trader take trading serious.Our mission: Cultivate profitable (and ultimately funded) traders.Our ethos: Be honest and transparent as we build our content off of what we consider three pillars of successful...
2022-06-1344 min
Edge UpDitch The Paycheck Mentality | 014Aloha! We are Glenn & Reid, founders of Hawai'i Trading Academy.PART 1 of 2: Process Over ProfitsIn this Episode we dive into the mindset of two persons. One who is an entrepreneur and one who is married to the paycheck or some form of it and how the mindset between the two has an affect on how we trade the markets.Our mission: Cultivate profitable (and ultimately funded) traders.Our ethos: Be honest and transparent as we build our content off of what we consider three pillars of successful trading: Psychology, Risk...
2022-06-0640 min
Edge UpTrading Sins & Habits | 013How do you mitigate revenge trading?You can counter revenge trading by focusing on remaining calm, focus on your trading plan and have discipline to carry out your rules.- tame the emotions-Pause and take a few to review what happened. Is that loss apart of your trading probability? Or was it an emotional decision?-Go back to your setup. Was it a valid entry?Aloha! We are Glenn & Reid, founders of Hawai'i Trading Academy.Our mission: Cultivate profitable (and ultimately funded) traders.Our...
2022-05-3042 min
Edge UpAccepting Uncertainty | 012Aloha! We are Glenn & Reid, founders of Hawai'i Trading Academy.[this is a power episode: a quick key topic in under 30 mins]Are Hard Truth: Despite what you hear on the news or who you follow on the socials - NO ONE knows what the market will do next. That leaves a lot of room for uncertainty but that's what the market has been and always will be, uncertain.That then leads to one thing: ACCEPTANCE.In this power episode, we dive into what acceptance means and how to accept uncertainty.
2022-05-2316 min
Edge UpHow To Handle Losing Streaks | 011Aloha! We are Glenn & Reid, founders of Hawai'i Trading Academy.In this full length episode, we cover 10 pointers when encountering consecutive losses (or a string of losses). All strategies and traders encounter a string of losses no matter how great statistics may show - and that's okay. We grow when we learn how to overcome the mental hurdles that comes with trading.We hope this provides some valuable content in becoming the best trader/person you can be.Our mission: Cultivate profitable (and ultimately funded) traders.Our ethos: Be honest and...
2022-05-1634 min
Edge UpOwn Your Excuses | 010Aloha! We are Glenn & Reid, founders of Hawai'i Trading Academy.Are You struggling in the Markets?Regardless of Market Conditions, there are still traders and hedge funds out there making profits. The question then becomes, is it YOU? or is the Markets?One step into the direction of profitability is to start taking ownership.In this episode, we break down some common excuses we hear new traders make and even have made ourselves. However, in order for us to change, we need to take ownership of our excuses and learn from...
2022-05-0915 min
Edge UpDrawdowns | 009Aloha! We are Glenn & Reid, founders of Hawai'i Trading Academy.In this episode, Glenn talks about Drawdowns and how to handle them - EVERYONE goes through drawdowns.Our mission: Cultivate profitable (and ultimately funded) traders.Our ethos: Be honest and transparent as we build our content off of what we consider three pillars of successful trading: Psychology, Risk Management, and Strategy refinement.We hope to provide you a solid foundation, continuing education, and a resilient community of like-minded individuals after becoming profitable or funded.For more information about Trading...
2022-05-0202 min
Edge UpSuccessful Trading Mindset | 008Aloha! We are Glenn & Reid, founders of Hawai'i Trading Academy.Every Trader needs to have a successful trading mindset but what does that really mean?In this episode, we discuss what the best traders say and do when it comes to trading and psychology. We also share our own experiences with what it means to have a successful trading mindset and how we have overcome certain negative traits that affect our trading. Hope you enjoy!Our mission: Cultivate profitable (and ultimately funded) traders.Our ethos: Be honest and transparent as we...
2022-04-2556 min
Edge UpFinding Your Reason To Trade | 007Aloha!We are Glenn & Reid, founders of Hawai'i Trading Academy.Financial Freedom. Lambos. Riches. Providing the best for our families. Living comfortably....The list goes on and on for reasons why you trade and it's important because focusing on those things you in the market for the long haul.In this episode, we talk about discovering trading and how trading has the ability to endless possibilities in this lifetime.Our mission: Cultivate profitable (and ultimately funded) traders.Our ethos: Be honest and transparent as we build our...
2022-04-1808 min
Edge UpCommon Trading Mistakes | 006Aloha! We are Glenn & Reid, founders of Hawai'i Trading Academy.In this episode, we discuss Common Trading Mistakes that a trader can make. It's okay because ALL traders can and do make these mistakes. Being honest with ourselves is quite challenging but this will lead us into avoiding these simple mistakes.Our mission: Cultivate profitable (and ultimately funded) traders.Our ethos: Be honest and transparent as we build our content off of what we consider three pillars of successful trading: Psychology, Risk Management, and Strategy refinement.We hope to provide you...
2022-04-1147 min
Edge UpTrading Routines of A Full-Time Trader | 005Aloha! We are Glenn & Reid, founders of Hawai'i Trading Academy.In this episode, we share what our daily schedules would be like when we reach Full-Time trading status. We also discuss our trading routines during our trading sessions and how we go about our analysis.Our mission: Cultivate profitable (and ultimately funded) traders.Our ethos: Be honest and transparent as we build our content off of what we consider three pillars of successful trading: Psychology, Risk Management, and Strategy refinement.We hope to provide you a solid foundation, continuing education, and...
2022-04-0408 min
Edge UpThe Past, Present, & Future of Money | 004Aloha! We are Glenn & Reid, founders of Hawai'i Trading Academy.What do drones, phones, Star Wars, and Lord of the Rings have in common???In this podcast Glenn & Reid dive into warnings of investing in crypto, the upside to crypto, it's current uses and future potential! We hope you enjoy.*Fun Fact: 2040 is the estimated time frame the LAST Bitcoin will be mined.Our mission: Cultivate profitable (and ultimately funded) traders.Our ethos: Be honest and transparent as we build our content off of what we consider three pillars...
2022-02-1733 min
Edge Up2022 Best Trading RoutinesSuccessful traders have a common trait, they have great routines that increases their success in the markets. What you think is what you do. What you do will lead to your legacy.
2022-02-0400 min
Edge UpBest Trading Routines To Start The Year | 003Aloha! We are Glenn & Reid, founders of Hawai'i Trading Academy.Successful traders have a common traits, they have great routines that increases their success in the markets. What you think is what you become. What you do will lead to your legacy. So we ask, what is your routine and daily habits?Our mission: Cultivate profitable (and ultimately funded) traders.Our ethos: Be honest and transparent as we build our content off of what we consider three pillars of successful trading: Psychology, Risk Management, and Strategy refinement.We hope to provide...
2022-02-0451 min
Edge UpIdentifying FEAR and GREED In The Markets | 002Aloha! We are Glenn & Reid, founders of Hawai'i Trading Academy.Have you ever thought about where bad decision making comes from in regards to investing and trading? These emotions can run deep into our mindset and can keep us from achieving our goals.Our mission: Cultivate profitable (and ultimately funded) traders.Our ethos: Be honest and transparent as we build our content off of what we consider three pillars of successful trading: Psychology, Risk Management, and Strategy refinement.We hope to provide you a solid foundation, continuing education, and a resilient...
2022-01-1652 min
Edge UpSetting Goals & Intentions | 001Aloha! We are Glenn & Reid, founders of Hawai'i Trading Academy.Our mission: Cultivate profitable (and ultimately funded) traders.Our ethos: Be honest and transparent as we build our content off of what we consider three pillars of successful trading: Psychology, Risk Management, and Strategy refinement.We hope to provide you a solid foundation, continuing education, and a resilient community of like-minded individuals after becoming profitable or funded.For more information about Trading Education in Hawaii, visit our links below:Bootcamp: training.hawaiitradingacademy.com/hta-igTrainings: https://training...
2022-01-1444 min