{"id":3490,"date":"2021-09-14T06:00:09","date_gmt":"2021-09-14T11:00:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.steadytrade.com\/?p=3490"},"modified":"2021-09-13T15:12:48","modified_gmt":"2021-09-13T20:12:48","slug":"next-level-trading","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.steadytrade.com\/next-level-trading\/","title":{"rendered":"Ep 217: Serious As a Heart Attack: How to Focus for Next-Level Trading"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/playlist.megaphone.fm?e=STT7037272646\" width=\"100%\" height=\"200\" frameborder=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p><b>There comes a time when every trader must put down their YOLO hat and ask if they\u2019re ready for next-level trading&#8230;<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This week SteadyTrade hosts Kim Ann Curtin and Stephen Johnson return with part 3 of their <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.steadytrade.com\/episode-214-developing-a-strategy\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">four-part<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> series on common trading mistakes.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s great to have enthusiasm. If you\u2019re not passionate about what you do, you won\u2019t last long, especially in trading&#8230;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">But there\u2019s a difference between passion and recklessness.\u00a0<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kim and Stephen journey through the challenges traders face when they realize trading\u2019s not as easy as they thought.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Tune in now to find out how to overcome harsh trading truths and breakthrough to next-level trading.\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Next-Level Trading Takes Hard Work<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There\u2019s no secret to success. It requires commitment, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.steadytrade.com\/episode-195-how-jack-kellogg-breakout-success\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">determination<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and having the right people in your corner.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stephen relishes being a full-time trader. It\u2019s not about the profits for him. He loves to study the markets and play the game. He looks forward to getting up every day to do it all over again.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>That\u2019s <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.steadytrade.com\/ep-172-trading-and-poker\/\"><b>next-level trading<\/b><\/a><b>.\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kim applauds Stephen\u2019s commitment. She wants to know the questions traders should ask themselves before they decide to commit&#8230;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How can traders know if they have what it takes to make it past the cakewalk of a <\/span><\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/www.steadytrade.com\/ep-178-market-mania\/\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">hot market<\/span><\/i><\/a><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">? <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Listen in as Stephen shares a powerful tip to find out if you\u2019re cut out for next-level trading.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Why You Need Realistic Expectations<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kim wants all traders to start with <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.steadytrade.com\/the-dos-and-donts-of-day-trading\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">realistic expectations<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. She sees the opposite happen all the time.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Newbie traders come in with ideas of making fast money. They think they can study for a short time and master the markets.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When things don\u2019t go their way, their inner <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.steadytrade.com\/trading-with-egos-and-gremlins-wallstreet-coach-kim-ann-curtin\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">gremlins<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> convince them they\u2019re not good enough. Then they quit.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stephen thinks <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.steadytrade.com\/episode-188-retail-traders\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">WallStreetBets<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.steadytrade.com\/ep-187-gme-debacle\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">GameStop<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Corp. (NYSE: GME) breakout gave traders the wrong idea. Check out the full episode for Stephen\u2019s solution for setting realistic goals.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Next-Level Trading = Commitment\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kim thinks that new traders have less caution and respect for the markets.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">And Stephen believes that how you behave in the markets is a reflection of how you treat yourself. So you can make a lot of plans &#8230; but it\u2019s up to you to keep your word when <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.steadytrade.com\/episode-210-nature-vs-nurture\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">the heat is on<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Next-level trading requires self-trust and self-respect. You have to stay focused on solutions, even when you feel down.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After all, if you can\u2019t count on yourself to follow through, who can you count on?<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stephen says many traders think success comes from intelligence, but next-level trading is all about <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.steadytrade.com\/winning-traders-share-tips-and-tricks\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">resilience<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In this episode, Stephen shares how he changes his game when he gets comfortable and sloppy. Tune in!<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What Do You Think?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How do you stay focused? And what\u2019s your trading approach \u2014 more fun or super serious?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We love to hear what you think, so drop a comment.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Remember: if we select your question or comment as an on-air topic, you could win a SteadyTrade mystery gift box. Leave a comment below or on <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/user\/stockstotrade\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">YouTube<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Thanks for tuning in to the SteadyTrade podcast. Stay tuned for weekly episodes featuring the hottest topics for aspiring traders.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Into this episode? Please leave a review on <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/itunes.apple.com\/us\/podcast\/steady-trade-the-profitable-side-of-trading\/id1275946076?mt=2\"><b>iTunes<\/b><\/a><b>.<\/b><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Meet Our SteadyTrade Hosts<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.steadytrade.com\/about\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Get to know Tim Bohen, Stephen Johnson, and Kim Ann Curtin.<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Follow our hosts on social media\u2026<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tim Bohen<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Twitter: <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/tbohen\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">@tbohen<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Instagram: <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/tbohen\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">@tbohen<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stephen Johnson<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Twitter: <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/Jonk87\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">@Jonk87<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Instagram: <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/stephenjonk87\/?hl=en\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">@stephenjonk87<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kim Ann Curtin<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Twitter: <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/kimanncurtin\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">@kimanncurtin<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Instagram: <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/kimanncurtin\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">@kimanncurtin<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Disclaimer<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">*Please note that any reported trading results are not typical. Most traders lose money. It takes years of dedication, hard work, and discipline to learn how to trade, and individual results will vary. Trading is inherently risky. Before making any trades, remember to do your due diligence and never risk more than you can afford to lose.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>There comes a time when every trader must put down their YOLO hat and ask if they\u2019re ready for next-level trading&#8230; This week SteadyTrade hosts Kim Ann Curtin and Stephen Johnson return with part 3 of their four-part series on common trading mistakes.\u00a0 It\u2019s great to have enthusiasm. 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