The Trading Coach Podcast

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

Great traders don't just manage charts—they manage themselves. In this episode, we break down the three hidden resources that dictate your results: your bandwidth, your time, and your opportunity cost. Master these, and you'll make smarter decisions, avoid overload, and make money faster.Don't miss out on our upcoming trading workshop - https://training.tieronetrading.com/market-mastery-1761503852031Your Trading Coach - Akil

In today's episode of the Trading Coach Podcast, I'm pulling back the curtain on a real behind-the-scenes coaching conversation with one of our Tier One traders who hit a wall — discouraged, frustrated, and convinced all their hard work wasn't paying off.If you've ever questioned your strategy, your backtesting numbers, or whether you can actually make trading work then this episode is for you.Support the Podcast by leaving a rating and/or reviewYour Trading Coach - Akil

Feeling overwhelmed or doubting yourself in trading? You're not alone. In this episode, Akil Stokes shares 3 simple but powerful steps to overcome task saturation, rebuild confidence, and stay focused when trading feels impossible.

A new bill aims to end the longest U.S. government shutdown in history — and markets are already reacting. Akil breaks down why traders are cheering the return of economic data, what it means for the Fed's next rate decision, and why gold's rally might be telling a deeper story about what's coming in December.Register for our upcoming trading event at www.TierOnetrading.comYour Trading Coach - Akil

Can AI replace manual backtesting? Akil shares the three pillars of effective backtesting and reveals where AI can help, where it can't, and how to use it without blowing up your process.Register for our MARKET MASTERY workshop - https://tieronetrading.com/Your Trading Coach - Akil

In this episode, Akil Stokes shares how top traders stay ahead by constantly evolving their trading strategies. Learn what sparked change in his own journey, the key factors he considered, and how you can take your trading to the next level.Learn To Trade at www.TierOneTrading.comYour Trading Coach - Akil

In this fiery episode of The Trading Coach Podcast, Akil Stokes dives deep into one of the oldest debates in the trading world — Technical Analysis vs. Fundamental Analysis. Can you really rely on technical analysis alone to make trading decisions? Or is it just an “educated guess”?

The Fed cut rates again, but it's not the cut that moved markets. Let's break down Powell's latest comments, the end of quantitative tightening, and what it all means for traders heading into December.Register for the Market Mastery Workshophttps://training.tieronetrading.com/market-mastery-1761503852031Your Trading Coach - Akil

Investors are calling today's AI surge the next “dot-com” bubble — but is it really? In this episode, Akil Stokes breaks down the parallels between today's AI giants like Nvidia, Microsoft, and Google, and the tech mania of the late 90s. Learn why market concentration in the S&P 500 could trigger volatility, what massive AI spending means for future profits, and the key difference that could prevent a total crash.REGISTER for our 3-Day Trading Workshophttps://training.tieronetrading.com/market-mastery-1761503852031Your Trading Coach - Akil

In part 2 of our 3-part series on discretionary trading, Akil Stokes breaks down the real differences between discretionary and systematic trading and reveals the powerful hybrid approach he has used successfully for 15+ years. Learn why many traders get stuck forcing trades, how to harness structure without losing flexibility, and the exact mindset needed to finally gain consistency.

We all know better… yet we still repeat the same mistakes in the markets. In this episode, Akil breaks down the psychological traps behind bad trading decisions and how understanding human behavior can shift you from being the victim to being the consistently profitable trader.Learn to Trade at www.TieroneTrading.com

In this episode, we break down Market Wizard Linda Bradford Raschke's 7 timeless technical trading rules. From recognizing high-probability pullbacks to understanding market momentum and the “smart money” hour, these insights reveal how real pros read price action. Learn To Trade at www.TierOneTrading.comYour Trading Coach - Akil

Afraid to go live? Akil Stokes breaks down how fear, perfectionism, and unrealistic expectations keep traders stuck and how to build confidence to finally take that next step.Learn to Trade at www.TierOneTrading.com Your Trading Coach - Akil

Most traders focus on finding the perfect strategy — but markets evolve, and no system works forever. In this episode, trading coach Akil Stokes shares how real success comes from developing skill, adaptability, and self-awareness. Learn how to recognize when market conditions change, how to adjust your approach, and why peace of mind often matters more than chasing profits.Learn to Trade at www.TierOneTrading.comYour Trading Coach - Akil

In this episode, Akil Stokes breaks down how to practice trading the right way. Learn why most traders waste time “going through the motions,” and how focused, intentional practice can accelerate your growth.We'll cover:✅ The difference between practice and perfect practice✅ How focus and repetition build confidence✅ Why distractions destroy progressIf you want to get better faster and trade with purpose, this one's for you.Your Trading Coach - Akil

In this episode of The Trading Coach Podcast, Akil Stokes breaks down one of the biggest struggles for new traders — information overload. With so many conflicting opinions online, it's easy to get lost and lose confidence. Akil shares how to cut through the noise, avoid trading scams, and focus on what truly matters for long-term success.If you've ever felt confused about what to trade, how to trade, or which strategy to follow — this episode will bring you clarity and direction.VIDEOS MENTIONED IN EPISODE▶️4 Trading Lessons from A Market Wizardhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j4QdWhx_Y54&list=PL3pkGkL2zWpEDoOVAm9FJD7QAtpMOh2Gi&index=8

Making the leap from backtesting to trading live markets is one of the toughest transitions a trader will face. In this episode, Russ shares his journey through that process, the challenges he's encountered, and the lessons learned along the way. We discuss how to properly grow a trading portfolio, the importance of structure during this stage, and why he started an accountability group with traders in his timezone to stay focused and disciplined.Learn to Trade at www.TierOneTrading.comYour Trading Coach - Akil