The Trading Coach Podcast

Many traders think the answer to success is learning more strategies, more indicators, and more techniques. But what if that's actually slowing down your progress?In this episode, I answer a trader's question about whether it's better to master one strategy or learn multiple approaches. We'll break down how to develop your trading skills the right way — maximizing your potential, using your time efficiently, and avoiding the overwhelm that causes so many traders to lose focus (and sometimes blow their accounts).Learn to Trade with me at www.TierOneTrading.com Your Trading Coach - Akil

Most traders think breaking their trading rules is a discipline problem...What if they're wrong?In this episode, I reveal the surprising reason so many traders fail to follow even the most objective trading plan—and why the solution may have nothing to do with willpower. We'll dive into the psychology behind pattern recognition, the power of repetition, and a simple shift that can dramatically improve your execution.Learn To Trade at www.TierOneTrading.comYour Trading Coach - Akil

Do profitable traders spend all day staring at charts? In this episode, we break down how much screen time you actually need, why more hours don't equal more profits, and how to build a trading routine that fits your strategy—not your emotions.Support the show by leaving a rating/review!Your Trading Coach - Akil

In this episode, I explain how professional traders think during sideways markets, why consolidation isn't automatically bearish or bullish, and the psychological shift that completely changed my trading career.Support the show by leaving a rating & review!Your Trading Coach - Akil

Most traders think bigger accounts make trading easier.The truth? A strategy that works on a small account will still work on a large one—but as the money grows, so does the psychological pressure.In this episode, we'll uncover the hidden challenge that catches many profitable traders and discuss how to scale your account without letting your emotions sabotage your success.Come learn to trade from us at www.TierOneTrading.com Your Trading Coach - Akil

In this video, I'll break down the **only 5 things you actually need** to build a successful trading career—and chances are, most of them aren't what you expect.Whether you're just starting out or you've been struggling for years, these lessons can save you thousands of dollars, countless hours, and help you focus on what actually moves the needle.Learn to Trade at www.TierOneTrading.com Your Trading Coach - Akil

Most traders believe success comes down to finding the right strategy. But what if the real difference-maker is accountability? In this episode, I break down a form of external accountability & how YouTube can be used as a tool for growth instead of a distraction.Your Trading Coach - Akil

It's not money. It's not talent. And it's not your strategy. In this episode, we'll uncover the overlooked ingredient that separates traders who make progress from those who stay stuck, along with practical advice on backtesting, keeping your learning simple, and playing the long game.Freedom Trader Recordings - https://tieronetrading.com/freedom-trader-recordings/Your Trading Coach - Akil

Most traders think they know why they lose trades... but they're usually fixing the wrong problem.In this video, I'll show you how a simple problem-solving technique known as the 5 Whys can help you identify the real reason behind your trading mistakes and improve faster.Your Trading Coach - Akil

Most beginner traders waste years learning the wrong things. In this episode, I share the 5 books every new trader should read—and the exact order to read them. Learn how to build the right foundation, master technical analysis, develop a professional mindset, and avoid the mistakes that keep most traders from ever becoming consistently profitable. Whether you trade Forex, stocks, futures, or crypto, this reading list can dramatically shorten your learning curve.Your Trading Coach - Akil

Before forex, Akil was a stock trader searching for the next great opportunity. In this episode, he shares his approach to investing, the research behind his decisions, and the mistake that ultimately changed his path.A story about stocks, mentors, failure, and the lessons that shaped the trader and coach he is today.

What separates successful traders from struggling traders?After nearly 20 years of trading and 15 years of coaching traders from around the world, I've noticed that profitable traders share many of the same habits. Surprisingly, it has very little to do with finding the perfect strategy or indicator.In this video, I'll reveal 10 things smart traders do differently, including why they trade less, how they handle mistakes, why journaling is essential, and the hidden habits that help them stay profitable over the long term.Your Trading Coach - Akil

What's the best trading strategy? It's the question every trader asks—and the answer might surprise you. In this episode, I share the expensive lesson I learned after years of testing strategies, chasing "holy grails," and discovering why profitable traders focus on something far more important than finding the perfect system.Support the podcast by leaving a rating and a review.Your Trading Coach - Akil

What Should You Think Before Entering a Trade?Should you expect to win, prepare to lose, or make no assumptions at all? In this episode, we explore the three most common pre-trade mindsets and how each one can impact your psychology, decision-making, and long-term trading performance. Learn why probability-based thinking may be the key to becoming a more disciplined and consistent trader.The Freedom Trader 2 -Day Online Trading Eventhttps://training.tieronetrading.com/freedom-trader-2-day-workshop63847604Your Trading Coach - Akil

The SpaceX IPO has officially launched, but the biggest question isn't what happened on day one...It's what happens next.In this video, we break down why SpaceX stock could become even more volatile in the coming weeks as options trading begins, stock sale restrictions eventually expire, and investors continue debating whether the company's massive valuation is justified.Your Trading Coach - Akil

Your trading personality can help you find a starting point—but it can also quietly become a limitation. In this episode of the Trading Coach Podcast, we break down why labels like “scalper,” “swing trader,” or “I'm just not that type of trader” can hold you back more than they help you. Learn how to use personality insights as a tool for awareness, not restriction, and how the best traders adapt to the market instead of their identity.Your Trading Coach - Akil

Timeframes, timing, and seasonality can completely change your trading results—and most traders overlook it. In this episode, we also explain why we stepped away from day trading and reveal how a trillion-dollar market continues to repeat the exact same formations, despite everything.Learn to Trade at www.TierOneTrading.com Your Trading Coach Akil

Why do traders perform so well on demo accounts, only to struggle when they start trading live?In this episode, we explore the psychology behind trading pressure, performance anxiety, and the hidden mental barriers that cause traders to abandon their plans when real money is at risk.

Many traders believe the key to success is learning more strategies, adding more tools, and finding the perfect system. The reality is often the opposite.In this episode, Akil shares the story of his own trading evolution—from the strategies he started with to the lessons that helped him become the trader he is today. Discover why simplicity beats complexity, how routine creates consistency, why perfection isn't the goal, and how focusing on what truly matters can accelerate your growth as a trader.Support the podcast by leaving a rating/reviewYour Trading Coach - Akil

Have you ever wondered whether you're struggling because you don't understand a trading concept—or because you simply need more experience applying it?In this episode, we interview an aspiring trader to tackle one of the most common questions in trading development: Should you go back and relearn a topic, or is it time to move forward?Your Trading Coach - Akil

In this episode, we break down what investors need to know about the highly anticipated SpaceX public offering, including Elon Musk's ownership stake, insider share allocations, the company's massive AI partnership with Anthropic, and the risks that could impact its future. Whether you're new to investing or a seasoned market participant, this is your beginner-friendly guide to understanding one of the most talked-about IPOs of all time.

The biggest trading week of the month is here, and there are several major economic events that could create significant volatility across the forex, stock, and futures markets. We'll also review last week's biggest market-moving events, including the latest developments in the US-Iran situation, the Reserve Bank of New Zealand's hawkish hold, softer US inflation data, and what recent economic releases mean for future interest rate expectations.

In this episode of The Trading Coach Podcast, Akil Stokes answers your biggest trading questions covering strategy development, AI in trading, Forex vs Futures, and knowing when to stick with — or abandon — a trading system.If you're struggling with consistency, confidence, or strategy evaluation, this episode is for you.

In this episode, we dive into one of the most counterintuitive truths in trading: the harder you force success, the further away it often gets. We break down the concept of the “Law of Reversed Effort” and explore why traders perform at their best when they stop chasing outcomes and allow themselves to think creatively and freely.Upcoming 2-Day Trading Workshop https://training.tieronetrading.com/freedom-trader-2-day-workshop63847604Your Trading Coach - Akil

This week in the forex market, inflation data, GDP reports, and central bank decisions could create major volatility across the USD, AUD, JPY, and CAD. In this episode, we break down the biggest economic events traders need to watch and what they could mean for the markets ahead.Your Trading Coach - Akil

What if the fastest way to become a profitable trader… is actually slowing down?

In this episode of the Trading Coach Podcast, Akil Stokes breaks down the REAL reason behind the massive Aussie rally and explains how market sentiment, geopolitical news, and risk-on vs risk-off behavior impact the forex market.Please remember to leave a RATING/REVIEW if you ahven't done so already.Your Trading Coach - Akil

In this episode of the Trading Coach Podcast, Akil Stokes breaks down what really happens inside the live trading room beyond just chart analysis and trade setups. He shares how consistent market reps, real-time feedback, and tough but necessary conversations help traders develop true skill and discipline. Join us in the Live Trading Rooms at www.TierOneTrading.com Your Trading Coach - Akil

What are the biggest forex news events traders should watch this week?In this episode of the Trading Coach Podcast, Akil Stokes breaks down the major economic news releases and explains what they mean for the forex market in a beginner-friendly way.Learn to Trade at www.TierOneTrading.comYour Trading Coach - Akil

Inflation came in hotter than expected and the markets reacted fast. In this episode, Akil Stokes breaks down the latest CPI and PPI reports in a simple, beginner-friendly way while explaining what it means for interest rates, the Federal Reserve, stocks, forex, and the overall market outlook moving forward.Remember to rate/review the show!Your Trading Coach - Akil

In today's episode, we break down what the REAL trading development process should look like — from learning price action and psychology to backtesting, demo trading, live trading, and eventually passing a prop firm challenge.Learn To Trade at www.TierOneTrading.comYour Trading Coach - Akil

Markets are heating up as traders prepare for CPI inflation data, central bank commentary, retail sales, and the high-stakes Trump-Xi meeting. Here's what matters, what could move the markets, and what traders should be watching this week.Learn to Trade at www.TierOneTrading.comYour Trading Coach - Akil

Most traders judge themselves based on wins and losses when the real key is measuring progress through execution and consistency. In this episode, we break down why trading courses alone rarely create profitable traders — and how coaching, mentorship, accountability, and support are the real game changers.Learn to Trade at www.TierOneTrading.com

Most traders think they need to trade more to succeed… but professional traders often do the exact opposite.In this episode, I break down the dangerous habit of overtrading, reveal how often I actually trade, and explain why patience — not constant action — is what separates struggling traders from profitable ones.

Wondering if your trading strategy actually has an edge? In this episode, Akil breaks down backtesting, sample size, and how to tell if your results are real—or just luck. Learn the 3-step process to build, refine, and trust your strategy.Support the show by leaving a rating/reviewYour Trading Coach - Akil

The Forex market is heating up

In this episode, I break down the path I took to becoming a full-time trader—starting with managing money for others and the realities that came with it.From opportunity to pressure, freedom to responsibility, I'll share the behind-the-scenes challenges that most traders don't think about when chasing the full-time dream.Learn to Trade at www.TierOneTrading.comYour Trading Coach - Akil

What just happened with the Bank of Japan… and why did the market react the way it did? In this episode of The Trading Coach Podcast, we break down the recent Bank of Japan (BOJ) interest rate decision and the mixed reaction that followed across the forex market.Learn To Trade at www.TierOneTrading.comYour Trading Coach - Akil

Going full-time in trading sounds like freedom… but it comes with pressure most traders aren't ready for.In this episode, we break down the real truth behind making the leap—from mindset shifts to the biggest mistakes that cause traders to fail.If you're thinking about going full-time, listen to this first.Because the goal isn't fast freedom… it's lasting consistency.Learn to Trade at www.TierOneTrading.com Your Trading Coach - Akil

Most traders are told the same thing…

Most people think trading is failure, gambling, or a scam—and that belief kills your confidence before you even start.In this episode, I break down why trading has such a negative reputation and share the mindset shift that changed everything for me.Because the truth is simple:If you're not proud of what you do, you'll struggle to succeed at it.It's time to change the way you see trading—and yourself.Link to Twitter Articlehttps://x.com/SJosephBurns/status/2045827795561873698Your Trading Coach - Akil

Is trading easy… or is it complicated?The truth is—it's neither.In this episode, I break down the biggest misconception in trading and expose the two narratives that keep traders stuck: the “it's easy” lie and the “it's too complicated” trap.If I had to restart my trading journey from scratch, this is exactly how I'd approach it—and what I'd ignore.If you're tired of chasing shortcuts and ready to focus on what actually works… this episode is for you.Learn to Trade at www.TierOneTrading.comYour Trading Coach - Akil

Fear is holding you back in trading—but it doesn't have to.In this episode, I share one simple question to help you take control and trade with confidence.

Most traders search for better strategies… but the real edge has nothing to do with your system. In this episode, I share a powerful lesson from golf that can completely change how you approach trading, discipline, and long-term consistency.Support the podcast by leaving a rating/review!Your Trading Coach - Akil

Are you struggling with trading and wondering if you're doing something wrong? You're not alone.In this episode of The Trading Coach Podcast, I break down a real message from a trader who is frustrated, stuck, and questioning everything—from their strategy to their future in the markets.Learn to Trade at www.TierOneTrading.comYour Trading Coach - Akil

Most traders don't fail because of bad strategies—they fail because they risk money before they're ready.In this episode, I break down one of the biggest advantages traders have… and why so many ignore it. Through real-life trading war stories and painful lessons, you'll learn the costly mistakes that destroy beginner traders—and how to avoid them.If you're thinking about going live or struggling with consistency, this is an episode you need to hear.Your Trading Coach - Akil

Most traders struggle not because of their strategy—but because they haven't trained their eyes to see real opportunities. In this episode, Akil Stokes breaks down the powerful role of pattern recognition and how your brain's Reticular Activating System (RAS) impacts your ability to spot winning trades. Learn how to practice the right way, avoid costly backtesting mistakes, and dramatically speed up your journey to consistent profitability.Start your RISK-FREE 14-Day Trial membership today at www.TierOneTrading.comYour Trading Coach - Akil

When fear hits the headlines, the U.S. dollar often surges—but why? In this episode, we break down the simple psychology behind risk-on vs. risk-off and how global conflict can drive powerful moves in the forex market. Beginner-friendly, practical, and eye-opening.Your trading Coach - Akil

What if your biggest trading mistakes were happening before you ever placed a trade? In this episode, we break down the hidden “cognitive scripts” shaping your decisions, limiting your growth, and holding you back without you even realizing it. Learn how to spot these mental patterns, challenge them, and start thinking like a successful trader.Your Trading Coach - Akil

This week's market conditions are a perfect storm—holiday-driven low liquidity mixed with high-impact news like Non-Farm Payrolls. In this beginner-friendly episode, Akil breaks down what liquidity really is, how it affects spreads, volatility, and execution, and why “quiet markets” can sometimes be the most dangerous. If you've ever been surprised by unexpected price moves, this is a must-listen.Your Trading Coach - Akil

AI is taking over every industry—but what does it actually mean for traders?In this episode, we break down how AI can help you evaluate strategies faster, where it can save you serious time and money, and the biggest mistake traders are already making when using it.Learn to Trade at www.TierOneTrading.comYour Trading Coach - Akil