The Trading Coach Podcast

Are you managing your trades… or just letting them ride?In this episode, we break down trailing stops—what they are, how to use them, and whether they're actually worth the extra work. More importantly, we tackle the real question: are you willing to do what it takes to improve your edge?Because successful trading isn't about shortcuts… it's about execution.

Demo trading isn't just for beginners—it can be a powerful tool for experienced traders too. In this episode, Akil explains how using a demo account as a second evaluation period can help you fine-tune your strategy, find the right balance between maximum profitability and overtrading, and build confidence in your process before putting real money on the line.Support the show by leaving a rating!Your Trading Coach - Akil

When COVID hit, today's guest realized something many people ignored — no job is truly safe. Instead of hoping for security, he decided to take control of his financial future through trading.After starting in crypto and bouncing between different markets and strategies, he eventually discovered the power of rules-based trading, building a plan that fits your lifestyle, and focusing on process instead of shortcuts.In this episode, we discuss how to learn trading while living a busy life, how to stay motivated without burning out, and the most efficient path new traders should follow.Your Trading Coach - Akil

Most traders fail for one simple reason — they never stick with a strategy long enough for it to work.In this episode of The Trading Coach Podcast, we break down the system hopping trap and the dangerous belief that somewhere out there is a “magic strategy” that never loses.You'll learn why constantly switching strategies destroys consistency, what successful traders do differently, and how committing to a process is the real key to long-term profitability.If you're stuck bouncing from strategy to strategy, this episode might be the wake-up call you need.DON'T MISS Our Upcoming 3-Day Online Trading Workshophttps://training.tieronetrading.com/income-trader-3-day-workshop63847604Your Trading Coach - Akil

Is leverage a scam… or are traders just using it wrong?In this episode of The Trading Coach Podcast, we break down the truth about leverage in trading. You'll learn why leverage gets blamed for blown accounts, how professional traders actually use it, and the real risk most traders never talk about.If you've ever wondered whether leverage is dangerous or just misunderstood, this episode will completely change the way you look at it.3-Day Online Trading Workshop Registrationhttps://training.tieronetrading.com/income-trader-3-day-workshop63847604Your Trading Coach Akil

Scalping is one of the fastest trading styles in the market—but is it actually profitable, or just a way for brokers to collect more commissions?In this episode, Akil Stokes breaks down what scalping really is, the psychological and technical skills required to do it successfully, and why most traders struggle with it. Before you try scalping the markets, make sure you hear this.

“Good trading is boring.” But most traders lose money because they can't handle boredom. In this episode, Akil breaks down why slow markets trigger overtrading, how boredom fuels costly mistakes, and why mastering stillness is the key to consistent profits. If you struggle with forcing trades or chasing action, this one could change your trading career.REGISTER FOR OUR 3-DAY ONLINE TRADING WORKSHOPhttps://training.tieronetrading.com/income-trader-3-day-workshop63847604Your Trading Coach - Akil

Tensions between the U.S. and Iran are rising — and the markets are reacting.In this episode, we break down what it could mean for oil prices, energy and defense stocks, gold, the U.S. dollar, and the broader stock market. Is this just headline volatility… or something bigger?More importantly — how should traders respond?Don't miss our upcoming workshop https://training.tieronetrading.com/income-trader-3-day-workshop63847604Your Trading Coach - Akil

You've backtested the strategy. The numbers check out. So why does everything change when real money is on the line? In this episode, we dive into the emotional gap between backtesting and live trading, why fear shows up the moment risk becomes real, and how to confidently make the transition without sabotaging your edge. If you're stuck in simulation mode or hesitating to go live, this one's for you.Learn to Trade at www.TierOneTrading.comYour Trading Coach - Akil

In this episode, Akil breaks down the real difference between active trading and long-term investing, how time frames change everything, and why most beginners choose the wrong one.

We talk a lot about winning in the markets… but not enough about when everything falls apart. In this episode, I break down why traders sometimes fail simply because it's the wrong season of life — and how my lowest moment in trading became the turning point that led to real, lasting success. If you're struggling right now, this one's for you.Register for the Income Trader Online Workshop https://training.tieronetrading.com/income-trader-3-day-workshop63847604Your Trading Coach - Akil

20 hard-earned trading lessons from experienced traders covering risk management, technical analysis, and trading psychology. If you want longevity in the markets, this episode is for you.Learn to trade at www.TierOneTrading.comYour Trading Coach - Akil

In this episode, we break down what safe haven assets really are, why investors run to them during uncertainty, and why gold has been the big winner lately. We also compare the three major safe haven currencies — the US Dollar, Japanese Yen, and Swiss Franc — and talk about why even “safe” assets aren't as stable as they seem.If you're interested in learning how to trade. Check us out at www.TierOneTrading.com Your Trading Coach - Akil

Most traders don't fail because their strategy doesn't work — they fail because they don't know how to evaluate it properly. In this episode, we break down how to test a trading strategy the right way, what metrics actually matter, how to interpret drawdowns, and how to avoid sabotaging a good system with emotional decision-making. If you want to trade with real confidence instead of hope, this is a must-listen.Learn to Trade at www.TierOneTrading.comYour Trading Coach - Akil

In this video, I answer three of the biggest questions traders have when it comes to their trading strategy. Thanks for your support, please remember to LIKE & FOLLOW the podcast!Your Trading Coach - Akil

Trading courses alone won't make you successful. The truth? The best teacher is experience. If you want to level up your trading, you've got to do more than just learn—you've got to put in the reps. In today's episode, we're breaking down how to maximize your time, get more done, and turn your effort into real results.Learn to trade at www.TierOneTrading.com Your Trading Coach - Akil

Most traders think more strategies mean more money.The truth? It usually just slows you down.In this episode, we break down why strategy hopping, over-optimization, and “doing the right thing” keeps traders stuck — and how focusing on one strategy gets you profitable faster through compounding.If you're working hard but going nowhere, this episode explains why.Please remember to FOLLOW the podcast before you go!Your Trading Coach - Akil

Your strategy works on paper—but falls apart live. In this episode, we break down the real difference between backtesting, demo trading, and journaling—and how journaling exposes the mistakes no backtest ever will.Learn to Trade at www.TieroneTrading.com

Most traders don't lose money because of bad strategies — they lose money because of when they trade. In this episode, Akil Stokes breaks down why the first hour of the trading day is so dangerous and shares a simple routine to help traders avoid costly mistakes.Support the show by leaving a Rating & Review!Your Trading Coach - Akil

January has been a rollercoaster of profits and drawdowns. In this episode, I share two simple mindset strategies I've used over 20 years to stay disciplined during tough market periods—perfect for newer traders feeling the mental pressure.Support the podcast by leaving a rating/reviewYour Trading Coach - Akil

In this video, I break down a poll where 59% of traders admitted they struggle most with execution, and we'll walk through why your entry signal matters far less than your directional prediction.Learn to Trade at www.TierOneTrading.comYour Trading Coach - Akil

In this episode, I sit down with a highly successful business owner who's making the transition into trading in search of true time freedom. We talk about information overload, the dangers of rushing the learning curve, and how to balance trading with life without burning out or sabotaging progress.Learn to Trade at www.TierOneTrading.com Your Trading Coach - Akil

Many new traders reach a point where charts suddenly stop making sense. In this episode, I explain why that happens, what stage of trading you're in, and how to work through confusion without rushing the process.Learn to Trade at www.TierOneTrading.comYour Trading Coach - Akil

In this episode, we break down: The real difference between discretionary and systems-based trading. Why copying trading strategies destroys confidence and execution. Why backtesting isn't about data—it's about belief. And whether beginners should start mechanical or discretionarySupport the show by leaving a rating or review.Your Trading Coach - Akil

I used to be strongly against certain types of trading… until AI forced me to change my mind.In this episode, I break down how AI is helping traders refine strategies, reduce mistakes, and separate emotion from execution—plus the hidden difference between backtesting and live trading that most traders learn the hard way.Learn to Trade at www.TierOneTrading.comYour Trading Coach - Akil

Trading offers freedom—but without structure, that freedom can destroy you. In this episode of The Trading Coach Podcast, Akil breaks down the non-negotiables of success, the four stages every trader must pass through, and why the final stage can be just as dangerous as the first.Come Trade with us at www.TierOneTrading.comYour Trading Coach - Akil

In this Trading Coach Podcast episode, we break down why focus beats perfection, how copying the “best” traders can actually slow your progress, and why real success in trading starts with something most people completely skip — understanding yourself.Support the podcast by leaving a Rating/ReviewYour Trading Coach - Akil

In this episode, we're diving into a silent assassin that's slowly killing your trading profits—often without you even realizing it. This isn't about bad entries or missed trades, but a hidden factor that quietly eats away at performance over time. More importantly, we'll break down practical solutions you can start using immediately to protect your capital and trade more efficiently.Learn to trade at www.TierOneTrading.comYour Trading Coach - Akil

In this episode of the Trading Coach Podcast, we dive deep into the delayed Supreme Court ruling on Trump tariffs — and why the market reaction (or lack of one) matters more than most investors realize.Learn to trade at www.TierOneTrading.comYour Trading Coach - Akil

Venezuela has the world's largest oil reserves — so why didn't oil prices spike?In this episode, Akil Stokes breaks down why the oil market stayed calm despite major headlines, and what that teaches beginner investors about how markets really work.You'll learn why timelines matter more than headlines — and how to stop overreacting to the news.Please remember to leave the podcast a Rating/ReviewYour Trading Coach - Akil

Most traders start the year motivated… and blow it by January.In this episode, I break down 10 trading goals every trader needs if they want real consistency—not just hope. We cover process vs results, risk management, emotional control, journaling, and the habits that actually move the needle.Keep score as you listen and see how many you already follow.

Revenge trading is one of the most destructive habits in trading, and most traders don't even realize when they're doing it. Let's discuss 3 methods for curing this problem.

Are you falling behind as a trader—or just comparing yourself to the wrong standard? In this episode, Akil Stokes breaks down how real trading development works, why most traders quit too early, and how to measure progress the right way without getting discouraged by other people's results.Learn to Trade at www.TierOneTrading.comYour Trading Coach - Akil

In this year-end episode, Akil Stokes breaks down how profitable traders review their performance and plan for the year ahead. Learn which numbers actually matter, how to spot costly mistakes, and why treating your trading like a business is the key to long-term success.

Most traders think the challenge is spotting opportunities—but the real battle starts once you're in the trade. In this episode, we dive into the psychological war of patience, doubt, and discipline, and why managing yourself during an open position is harder than any technical setup.Watch the Trading Mastery Full Recordingshttps://tieronetrading.com/market-mastery-recordings/Your Trading Coach - Akil

It's one of the most common questions I get—and today I'm giving you my honest answer.In this episode, I break down what moving averages actually do, why traders use them, and why I don't use them in my own trading. We'll also cover when moving averages can make sense and how to think about them the right way—without the hypeMarket Mastery Recordingshttps://tieronetrading.com/market-mastery-recordings/Your Trading Coach - Akil

After losing money trading on the road, Akil realized it wasn't his strategy—it was his state.This episode breaks down flow state and how it impacts your trading results.Please remember to leave me a rating & a review!Your Trading Coach - Akil

Why do traders know they shouldn't add to losing trades — yet still do it?In this episode of the Trading Coach Podcast, Akil Stokes breaks down how game theory, sunk cost fallacy, and trader psychology cause traders to move stops, add to losers, and sabotage their edge.If one bad trade keeps erasing weeks of progress, this episode will change how you see losses — and how you trade them.If you haven't done so already please leave the show a rating/review.Your Trading Coach - Akil

Ever watch a news event play out exactly as expected… only for price to move the opposite way?In this episode, I break down why markets ignore the news, what they're really pricing in, and how to stop getting caught on the wrong side of high-impact events.Learn to Trade at https://tieronetrading.com/Your Trading Coach Akil

We break down how many monitors traders actually need, common setup mistakes, and how to build a trading workstation that improves focus, efficiency, and results.Download your FREE trading computer builders/buyers guidehttps://www.tradingcomputerbuyersguide.com/optin-629312741738938873920 Your Trading Coach - Akil

Are trading competitions a smart way to forward test your strategy—or a fast track to bad habits? Learn to trade at www.TierOneTrading.comYour Trading Coach - Akil

In this episode, Akil shares the full story behind an 11-day emotional battle inside a grade-A trade that became his biggest win of the year. Learn how to navigate drawdowns, manage emotions, and build the mental barriers that separate successful traders from impulsive ones.Remember to FOLLOW the show to ensure that you don't miss any new episodes.Your Trading Coach - Akil

In this episode, Akil tackles one of the biggest misconceptions in trading: “Is trading just gambling?” Join me as we break down 21 facts that will arm you — and your doubters — with the truth about professional trading.Learn to Trade at www.TierOneTrading.comYour Trading Coach - Akil

In this episode, Akil breaks down one of the most common but overlooked mistakes traders make during backtesting—quitting too early. Learn why task completion is critical, how premature abandonment costs you time and money, and how to tell the difference between a strategy worth finishing and one that's truly a dead end. A simple concept that can completely transform your trading development.Please remember to follow the showYour Trading Coach - Akil

In today's episode of the Trading Coach Podcast, we're breaking down one of the most popular ideas in skill development: the 10,000 Hour Rule… and why it completely falls apart when it comes to trading.Is the rule real? Is it a myth? And most importantly…Should YOU be trying to invest 10,000 hours into becoming a consistently profitable trader?Your Trading Coach - Akil

Discretion is a skill—one most traders never truly develop. Today we unpack how to improve it, how to stay consistent, and how to use judgment without turning your trading into guesswork.Your Trading Coach - Akil

In today's episode, I break down what to look for when choosing a charting platform and give you a quick, practical walkthrough of TradingView. We'll cover the features that actually matter, the ones you can ignore, and how to match your platform to your personal trading goals so you can make smarter, more confident decisions in the market.Learn to Trade at www.TierOneTrading.comYour Trading Coach - Akil

In this episode, I break down six of the best technical analysis books every trader should add to their Christmas list — from beginner-friendly reads to advanced, professional-level material.Support the Podcast by leaving a rating/review.Your Trading Coach - Akil

In this episode, we break down the real power of patience in your backtesting process. From how long backtesting should actually take, to why rushing only creates false confidence, to the critical preparation you must complete before you ever test a single chart—this conversation will reshape how you approach building your trading edge. If you've ever felt behind, overwhelmed, or tempted to “speed-run” your strategy testing, this episode is your reality check. Slow, steady, and structured is how you win.Please remember to leave the podcast a rating and review!Your Trading Coach - Akil

In this episode, Akil breaks down why the real trading edge isn't a secret strategy — it's patience. Learn how slowing down, filtering distractions, and trusting your process can instantly elevate your performance in the markets. Quick, practical, no fluff.REMEMBER to FOLLOW the show so that you don't miss an episode!Your Trading Coach - Akil

In today's episode of the Trading Coach Podcast, we dive into one of the most underrated psychological forces in trading: The Observer Effect—and how simply being watched can dramatically improve your analysis, discipline, and performance in the markets.Your Trading Coach - Akil