The Trading Coach Podcast
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The Trading Coach Podcast

By Akil Stokes

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An entertaining blend of professional insights and inspiring stories that cover all aspects of trading, investing, entrepreneurship, and personal development. Join Akil Stokes, a professional trader, entrepreneur, and globally respected trading coach as he delivers new episodes each week.

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1381 - Learning More, Trading Worse? 7 Traps That Hold Traders Back

More books. More videos. More strategies. So why aren't you getting better at trading? Let's break down 7 hidden dangers of learning from too many sources at once. From information overload and strategy hopping to analysis paralysis. Discover why consuming more information can actually slow your progress and how to turn what you know into real trading skill. Learn to Trade at www.TierOneTrading.com Your Trading Coach - Akil

Oct 16, 202635:33
1380 - Interest Rates Explained: The Hidden Force Driving the Markets

What do interest rates actually do, and why should traders care? Akil breaks down interest rates, inflation, and their impact on Forex, the financial markets, and your everyday life, all without the complicated economics lesson. Simple concepts. Real-world examples. Better market understanding. Support the show by leaving a Rating/Review please! Your Trading Coach - Akil

Oct 14, 202620:14
1379 - Strategy the Problem? Or something else holding you back?

Feeling frustrated with your trading strategy? Before you throw it away and start looking for something new, ask yourself one important question: Is your strategy the problem, or is something else holding you back? Learn to Trade at www.TierOneTrading.com Your Trading Coach - Akil

Oct 9, 202623:09
1378 - The Power of a Second Chance in Trading

What if your first failure in trading wasn’t the end of your story—but simply part of the process? In this episode, Akil shares his own journey of coming back to a strategy that once failed him and why sometimes you don’t need a new strategy—you need a new version of yourself. Plus, an honest conversation with a trader getting a second chance at making it work. Suppor the shoe by leaving me a rating/review Your Trading Coach - Akil

Oct 7, 202616:13
1377 - The Hard Truth That Changed My Trading Career

Sometimes, the breakthrough you need starts with a truth you don’t want to hear. Akil shares the defining moment when he finally admitted he was doing things wrong, accepted help, and gained confidence that he could become a successful trader. Learn to Trade at www.TierOneTrading.com Your Trading Coach - Akil

Oct 5, 202614:40
1376 - Your Most Important Trading Asset Isn’t Your Strategy

Your eyes may be one of your most important trading tools—but traders rarely treat them that way. In today’s episode, we talk about screen time, eye health, and simple ways to protect your vision while spending hours in front of the markets. Support the podcast by leaving it a rating/review Your Trading Coach - Akil

Oct 2, 202611:50
1375 - Does Your Broker Want You to Lose? The Truth About A-Book & B-Book Brokers

Does your broker actually want you to lose money? In this episode, we break down how brokers work, the difference between A-book, B-book, and hybrid models, and what your broker’s really looking at when handling your trades. No hype. No conspiracy theories. Just the facts traders need to know. Learn to Trade at www.TierOneTrading.com Your Trading Coach - Akil

Sep 30, 202617:52
1374 - The Trading Goal That Made Me WORSE

I thought setting daily profit goals would make me a better trader. Instead, they nearly made me force trades that weren't there. In this episode, I share one of my early trading mistakes and why results-based goals can quietly sabotage your trading. Learn to Trade at www.TierOnerading.com Your Trading Coach Akil

Sep 28, 202610:38
1373 - 5 Things Prop Firms Want From Traders (It’s NOT Just Profit)

In this video, I break down 5 expectations professional prop firms have for developing traders and explain why these principles can help ANY trader become more consistent — whether you're trying to join a prop firm, become a full-time trader, or simply improve your trading. 📚BOOKS MENTIONED IN VIDEO "One Good Trade" - https://link.amazon/B0eJhlBmH "The Playbook" - https://link.amazon/B0eRIRq0O "Maximum Trading Gains With Anchored VWAP" - https://link.amazon/B0eoR1XFM "Technical Analysis Using Multiple Timeframes" - https://link.amazon/B01iYMb1u Your Trading Coach - Akil

Sep 24, 202626:18
1372 - Trading: Art or Science? The Decision Every Trader Must Make

Are you a mechanical trader, a discretionary trader, or somewhere in between? There’s no “best” approach, only the approach that fits you . In this episode, I break down the art vs. science of trading and share the experiences that shaped the type of trader I ultimately became. Start your 14-Day Risk-Free Trial Membership at www.TierOneTrading.com Your Trading Coach - Akil

Sep 22, 202615:33
1371 - More Pairs = More Profit… or More Problems?

How many currency pairs should you actually trade? Is trading more pairs giving you more opportunities to make money or simply more opportunities to become overwhelmed, overtrade, and make mistakes? In this episode, we break down the pros and cons of specializing in a few pairs versus expanding your trading universe, and how to find the approach that fits your trading style, time, and risk tolerance.Come Learn to Trade with Us at www.TierOneTrading.com Your Trading Coach - Akil

Sep 18, 202622:39
1370 - How News Tricks Traders Into Making Bad Trades

Major news is coming — but the biggest danger may be what you think is going to happen. Learn how market expectations create confirmation bias, bait traders into bad positions, and how to use fundamental news without letting it control your trading decisions.Learn to Trade at www.TierOneTrading.com Your Trading Coach - Akil

Sep 15, 202618:13
1369 - Are You Sabotaging a Winning Strategy?

Sometimes the biggest threat to our trading isn’t the market, it’s us. In this episode, we’ll talk about how to set realistic expectations for live trading without needing to throw away an already profitable trading strategy. Support the show by leaving a RATNG/REVIEW Your Trading Coach - Akil

Sep 14, 20269:16
1368 - Your Trading Strategy Isn't A Strategy (Here's Why)

In this episode of the Trading Coach Podcast, we break down the difference between trading tactics vs. trading strategies, why simply recognizing a pattern isn't enough, and how multiple market concepts can be combined to create a rules-based trading strategy.www.TierOneTrading.com Your Trading Coach - Akil

Sep 11, 202617:46
1367 - Is Trading Burning You Out? The Hidden Cost of Doing Too Much

Trader burnout doesn’t always happen because you’re failing—it can happen because you care too much and do too much for too long. In this episode, we break down the warning signs of trader burnout, how it can quietly sabotage your trading, and practical ways to protect your performance, your mindset, and your life outside the markets. Learn to Trade at www.TierOneTrading.com Your Trading Coach - Akil

Sep 9, 202624:41
1366 - Backtested vs. Live Results & Good vs. Bad Missed Trades

In this episode, we break down the real differences between backtesting and live trading, why your live results should be worse than your backtest, and how to tell the difference between a good miss and a bad miss. Learn to Trade at www.TierOneTrading.com Your Trading Coach - Akil

Sep 7, 202617:12
1365 - The 4 Trading Personalities (Which Are You?)

Two traders can look at the exact same chart, use the exact same strategy, and still get completely different results. Why? Because they aren't the same person.Your personality, relationship with money, tolerance for risk, ego, and definition of success can all influence the decisions you make in the market.In this episode, we break down 4 different trader personalities and the strengths and weaknesses that come with each one:

Sep 4, 202619:28
1364 - Become a More Productive, Efficient & Creative Trader

What if becoming a better trader has less to do with your strategy—and more to do with how you organize your life? In this episode, we break down how to become more productive, efficient, and creative as a trader by creating better routines, managing your time, reducing distractions, and building an environment that supports better decision-making. Your Trading Coach - Akil

Sep 2, 202621:25
1363 - How To Build a Trading Routine That Actually Fits Your Life

Most traders have a strategy. Far fewer have a routine. In this episode, we break down why your daily trading routine can make or break your consistency—and show you how to build one around your schedule, trading style, and life . No 4-hour chart marathons. No complicated schedules. Just a simple, repeatable process designed to help you trade with more structure, discipline, and consistency. Your Trading Coach - Akil

Aug 30, 202628:22
1362 - Can You Pass This Trading Quiz: Good vs. Bad Trading Advice

Some of the most popular trading advice sounds great… but is it actually good advice?In this video, I’m putting 9 pieces of popular trading advice to the test—and you get to play along.REFERENCES📖The Psychology of Trading Losses: Why They Escalate and How to Stop the Spiralhttps://amzn.to/46kAP2D📖Trade What You See - https://amzn.to/4qBBupJ

Aug 28, 202627:32

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