Podcast appearances and mentions of brent penfold

"The Universal Principles of Successful Trading" by Brent Penfold is an essential guide for traders seeking to navigate the complex world of financial markets. The book delivers insightful wisdom into the art of trading by establishing the probability matrix concept and emphasizing the importance of a well-crafted trading plan. Penfold offers invaluable strategies for risk and money management, underscoring the preservation of trading capital and control of risk as keys to longevity in trading. With practical advice and timeless principles, this book equips readers with the tools and mindset needed to develop a prosperous trading career.

The Reality of Profitable Full-Time Trading - Brent Penfold In episode 413 of the Desire To Trade Podcast, we will be listening to the recording of an interview with Brent Penfold, discussing the reality of profitable full-time trading. Are you on the verge of losing capital? You're about to hear the best advice about risk management and full-time trading. The video is also available for you to watch on YouTube. >> Watch the video recording! Topics Covered In This Episode 00:15 Introduction 00:56 What's new about Brent? 04:39 How to avoid making your drawdown worse 09:27 Brent's advice for beginner traders on minimizing losses 15:30 Evidence-based trading 21:15 On strategies that don't perform as expected 26:18 Learning to trade multiple systems 35:44 Taking discretion off of trading 37:53 Looking at a 10-year period in the market (video link above) 42:29 Euro example (must watch - video link above) 48:55 Where to find Brent Penfold (book links below) and much more What did you like best in this podcast episode? Let's talk in the comments below, or join me in the Facebook group! Desire To Trade's Top Resources DesireToTRADE Forex Trader Community (free group!) Complete Price Action Strategy Checklist One-Page Trading Plan (free template) Recommended brokers: EightCap (preferred Crypto and FX Broker) AxiTrader (use our link to get a special bonus) Desire To TRADE Academy About The Desire To Trade Podcast Subscribe via iTunes (take 2 seconds and leave the podcast a review!) Subscribe via Stitcher Subscribe via TuneIn Subscribe via Google Play See all podcast episodes How To Find Brent Penfold? Brent's books: The Universal Principles Of Successful Trading The Universal Principles Of Successful Trend Trading What one thing will you implement after listening to this podcast episode? Leave a comment below, or join me in the Facebook group!

Are you looking for unique ways to use “Big Picture” analysis to guide your trading decisions? In this episode, Brent Penfold from indextrader.com.au joins me to share some interesting (and effective) techniques he uses to determine the big picture to guide trading and investing decisions, including:   Why the big picture is so important in trading, How technical analysis can fool traders, What are fractals and why they matter, Validating market reactions to specific levels, The Market Ladder that projects support and resistance levels, Using fractals to see the big picture and the simplest fractal pattern there is, Pivot points over multiple timeframes and market expectations around pivots, Examples of market reactions to pivot points, Is it safe to get back into the market? Fractals and pivot points on non-index markets, Dynamic pivot points vs static pivot points, Robustness in old trading ideas, And much more!

Creating A Winning Trading Strategy (Ultimate Process!) In episode 340 of the Desire To Trade Podcast, Etienne sits down with Brent Penfold to discuss his process for creating a winning trading strategy in any market (Forex, stocks, futures, crypto, etc.). You'll find out how to create a profitable trading strategy like a pro! Let's get started!!! Listen to Brent Penfold's previous interview (2020) Watch the video interview here In This Episode, You'll Learn... 0:15 Introduction 0:39 Brent talks about his new book "The Universal Tactics of Successful Trend Trading" 2:50 How does Brent recommends traders to start learning 6:10 How can you use Risk of Ruin in your trading 14:43 How to develop a profitable strategy, step by step 25:14 The 2 keys of a profitable strategy 25:38 How to measure strategy robustness 30:16 Why Brent looks to trade the same in all markets 32:15 The 3rs step of a profitable strategy (sensitivity analysis) 37:38 Last step before trading a strategy live (test procedure) 39:18 Recap: How to build a profitable trading strategy 40:46 Should you trade discretionary or code all your strategies 44:48 Where to find Brent Penfold And much more! What is one thing you are going to implement after listening to this podcast? Leave a comment below, or join me in the Facebook group! DesireToTRADE's Top Resources DesireToTRADE Forex Trader Community (free group!) Complete Price Action Strategy Checklist One-Page Trading Plan (free template) Recommended brokers: Pepperstone (special signup offer) AxiTrader (use our link to get a special bonus) EightCap (preferred Crypto and FX Broker) Desire To TRADE Academy About The Desire To Trade Podcast Subscribe via iTunes (take 2 seconds and leave the podcast a review!) Subscribe via Stitcher Subscribe via TuneIn Subscribe via Google Play See all podcast episodes How To Find Brent Penfold? Website What is one thing you are going to implement after listening to this podcast episode? Leave a comment below, or join me in the Facebook group!  

Michelle Martin and Brent Penfold, Author of The Universal Tactics of Successful Trend Trading: Finding Opportunity in Uncertainty discusses the intricacies of trend trading, the absolute momentum of trend trading and the rules of trend trading. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Is the trend REALLY your friend? And if so, why do so many trend traders fail? Global futures trader Brent Penfold joins us to discuss trend trading tactics, including: • Why trend trading is so difficult for traders, • Why traders should be careful using indicators, • How to overcome challenging periods in trend trading, • The surprising robustness of really old strategies, • Why bright people struggle in the markets, • Drawdown, risk, position-sizing, volatility cycles, data mining, and much more.

"These Principles Can Make Any Trader Successful" In episode 260 of the Desire To Trade Podcast, I sit down for a trader interview with full-time systematic trader Brent Penfold. Brent began trading when he joined Bank America as a trainee dealer in December 1983. It didn't take much time for him to become fascinated with the markets. These days, Brent is a licensed Futures Adviser, specializing in trading index and currency futures, but also trades a diversified portfolio of 16 markets across 8 market sectors. What's most interesting about his trading style is that he is usually done trading by 9:30 am and has the rest of the day to concentrate on his research. Watch: Previous interview with Brent Penfold Let's get started!! >> Watch the video recording! In This Episode, You'll Learn... What has happened in Bent's life since his last interview 00:40 What Brent's new book brings to the table to help traders improve 03:10 How Brent managed to make his trading in a way that gives him freedom 06:11 What would Brent recommend traders who want to become more systematic 08:11 How much evidence does a trader require to trade a systematic strategy 11:46 How to handle ideas that don't work and find what works 17:58 The importance of knowing your Risk of Ruin 19:42 Why a small % risk of ruin can be a big issue for traders 24:40 What it takes to become a good loser in trading 25:10 What is a key principle of trading that is rarely talked about - Humility - 27:32 "The worst thing that can happen to a trader is instant success" 30:02 Where to find Brent Penfold 31:29 And much more! What is one thing you are going to implement after listening to this podcast? Leave a comment below, or join me in the Facebook group! Resources Mentioned The Universal Principles Of Successful Trading book (recommended) Desire To Trade's Top Resources DesireToTRADE Forex Trader Community (free group!) Complete Price Action Strategy Checklist One-Page Trading Plan (free template) Recommended brokers: Pepperstone (get rebates when signing up with our partners) AxiTrader (use our link to get a special bonus) Desire To TRADE Academy About The Desire To Trade Podcast Subscribe via iTunes (take 2 seconds and leave the podcast a review!) Subscribe via Stitcher Subscribe via TuneIn Subscribe via Google Play See all podcast episodes How To Find Brent Penfold? Website What is one thing you are going to implement after listening to this podcast episode? Leave a comment below, or join me in the Facebook group!  

Confessions Of A Champion Algo Trader - Kevin Davey In episode 197 of the Desire To Trade Podcast, I interview Kevin Davey, an algorithmic trading system builder, and trader. He is the author of a very well written book on the topic titled Building Winning Algorithmic Trading Systems and new book Entry and Exit Confessions of a Champion Trader. Over his 25 years of experience, Kevin has been developing, analyzing, testing and creating trading strategies in every futures market from the e-mini S&P to crude oil to corn to cocoa. At the moment, he trades full-time for his own personal account, while helping traders around the world see more results in their trading. Kevin contributed to the excellent trading book The Universal Principles of Successful Trading by Brent Penfold, where he was featured as a “Market Master.” That book was part of my list The Forex Trading Books That Incredibly Improved My Own Trading. Strategy Factory® Workshop (use our link and email us your receipt to get a special bonus from DesireToTRADE) Watch: Video interview! In This Episode, You'll Learn... Who is Kevin and what he does 00:35 How was Kevin's evolution as a trader 04:24 How Kevin went into algo trading 07:50 How Kevin searches for trading strategy ideas 11:52 How Kevin improves and selects his working strategies 14:20 Why Kevin uses purely mechanical systems without discretionary filters 17:59 How to manage the risk when running many systems together 21:31 How Kevin looks to Swing vs Day trading systems 25:06 What metrics does Kevin look to evaluate his systems 27:09 Kevin tells us what is the biggest mistake he sees algo traders make 28:43 How to look at entry and exit strategies when building a strategy 31:30 How to find Kevin and his new book 34:14 And much more! What is one thing you are going to implement after listening to this podcast? Leave a comment below, or join me in the Facebook group! Resources Mentioned Kevin Davey's Books Strategy Factory® Workshop (use our link and email us your receipt to get a special bonus from DesireToTRADE) DesireToTRADE's Top Resources DesireToTRADE Forex Trader Community (free group!) Complete Price Action Strategy Checklist One-Page Trading Plan (free template) DesireToTRADE Academy How To Find Kevin Davey? Website Linkedin Twitter Email About The Desire To Trade Podcast Subscribe via iTunes (take 2 seconds and leave the podcast a review!) Subscribe via Stitcher Subscribe via TuneIn Subscribe via Google Play See all podcast episodes

Forex Trader Motivation / Compilation From Top Traders Around The World In episode 145 of the Desire To Trade Podcast, I'm doing things a little different! A Forex trader motivation episode! yeah! This short episode is a compilation of advice from traders I've interviewed on the Desire To Trade Podcast over the past 2+ years. Use this as motivation to reach your Forex trading goals or as Forex trader advice to listen to on-the-go. Subscribe on Youtube :) Watch the motivational video! Interviews Used For This Episode   1:33 Andrew Menaker - https://youtu.be/ZgIGie8shcg 1:51 Patrick James - https://youtu.be/nxwCW3ZeMmU 2:02 Rayner Teo - https://youtu.be/fDWwUhP28ws 2:41 Paul Wallace - https://youtu.be/g0RgUF8sj6o 3:10 Jason Graystone - https://youtu.be/nMCEeFN-ZUg 4:49 Dave Floyd - https://youtu.be/GTHrc6M4j-c 6:59 Michael Toma - https://youtu.be/SjabzsJ9tgs 8:06 Barry Burns - https://youtu.be/IU9RThr8P5g 10:33 Brent Penfold - https://youtu.be/iAvBbBvth0Q   DesireToTRADE Top Resources Desire To TRADE Forex Trader Community (free group!) Complete Price Action Strategy Checklist (free checklist!) One-Page Trading Plan (free template!) DesireToTRADE Academy (exclusive training program) What is one thing you are going to implement after listening to this podcast episode? Leave a comment below, or join me in the Facebook group!

In this weeks Thursday Trading Thought we’re going to discuss a market pattern that was identified over 80 years ago, perhaps even longer, that could indicate what happens in the markets for the rest of 2017. Now, I can imagine some traders are probably thinking, “who cares about some old, dusty trading rule from the 1900’s, surely that has no relevance to the markets today?” Well, that’s what we’re going to discuss with our guest Brent Penfold, who is going to answer the following questions, plus more: What is this pattern and can something identified over 80 years ago really have any relevance to trading today, Does the pattern still work and what is it suggesting the markets could do for the rest of 2017, And how could this pattern be applied to trading today? Brent is even going to share 1 application of this pattern with some very interesting backtest results so you don’t want to miss that.

Most trading strategies are built to find repeatable patterns in the market and then attempt to exploit any future occurrences of the pattern to make a profit. There are lots of different ways to find patterns, and in this episode Brent Penfold talks about patterns in price action. Brent is a full time trader, author, educator and licensed Futures Advisor, and in our chat you will learn: Why it can be better to focus primarily on price instead of a collection of indicators, How to identify patterns in price action, The dangers of trading stocks and why Futures are a superior trading instrument for active traders, How a ‘universal dataset’ can lessen the risk of datamining, How to blend individual systems into a portfolio to produce smooth equity curves. PLUS, we announce the lucky winner of the Better System Trader ‘Super-package’ giveaway, worth almost $20,000!

In episode 93 of the Desire To Trade Podcast, I interview Stacey Burke, a Forex trader who has learned about trading the hard way while blowing up some small accounts and making all the mistakes most losing traders make.  Through that process, however, he has able to identify where the real problems were in his trading and how he could finally turn the corner to become one of the few profitable traders. Coming from a sporting background in ice hockey and Ironman triathlon, hard work and a competitive nature are some of the attributes he believes are necessary to succeed in Forex trading. Stacey gives credit to other great traders for his success. Brent Penfold's advice on being "the best loser", but he also implemented things in his daily routine to help him continually keep getting better at the process of trading. Like Mike Bellafiore says "how good can we get?" Here's a key takeaway: "Trading mastery is a journey, not a destination. Focus on constant progress, NOT perfection." (click to tweet!) I’d love if you can take a few seconds to leave a review on iTunes or Stitcher. Let me know honestly what you think of the podcast because the only way I can improve is through your reviews. Share This! Top Quotes From This Interview “If you know the enemy and know yourself, you need not fear the result of a hundred battles." - Sun Tzu "Focus on being a good loser and having asymmetrical risk/reward opportunities." -Stacey Burke "Keep it simple and learn how to lose." - Stacey Burke In This Episode, You’ll Learn… How Stacey went through 10 years of losing trades without stopping - and how he recovered The Forex trading habits and rituals that Stacey go through on a daily basis How to really learn from other traders - because you can't simply copy Why expecting to lose trades is powerful The importance of having a solid trading journal and how Stacey does his Some of the best lessons from traders around the world Why teaching and sharing makes you a more successful Forex trader The more you trade the more you are likely to make mistakes How Stacey uses paper notebooks - I do the same! One thing Stacey wished he knew when he started to trade How to create an asymmetrical edge in the market And much more! Resources Mentioned In This Interview Edgewonk: the trading journal Stacey and many traders use on a daily basis. Enter "dtt20" at checkout to get 10% off and a 3-month complete membership of the Desire To TRADE Academy. Dr. Brett Steenbarger's blog: a great resource to grow in the field of trading psychology with daily content. Peter Brandt: a trader Stacey gives a lot of credit to for sharing his experience and knowledge. DesireToTRADE’s Top Resources DesireToTRADE Forex Trader Community (free group!) Complete Price Action Strategy Checklist (free checklist!) One-Page Trading Plan (free template!) DesireToTRADE Academy How To Find Stacey Burke? Stacey Burke Trading Twitter YouTube What is one thing you are going to implement after listening to this podcast episode? Leave a comment below, or join me in the Facebook group!  

Earlier this week I was on a flight from LAX back to Melbourne. As we were sitting on the plane waiting for our departure I overheard a flight attendant say to a fellow passenger that one of the other planes had been struck by lightning causing delays to other flights. At the time I didn’t know if a lightning strike on a plane was a bad thing, it sure sounds like something you don’t want to experience, however it got me thinking about the risks of flying. Now admittedly, it’s probably not the best thing to be thinking about just before the plane takes off for a 16 hour flight across the Pacific ocean at night but luckily my thoughts quickly switched to trading and the risks we face as traders. One of the concepts which immediately came to my mind was ‘risk of ruin’, which we first discussed way back in episode 2. In that podcast interview, futures trader Brent Penfold says: "In my humble opinion, I think the risk of ruin is number one or the most important concept in trading." I want to share a little bit more of that audio with you now, because it explains: Why risk of ruin is such an important concept for traders to understand, What traders need to know about risk of ruin, How to calculate your own risk of ruin. Plus I'll share what happens to a plane when it's struck by lightning, so take a listen.

Join The Winner’s Circle in this week’s episode of Talking Trading with Australian stock market and futures trader - Brent Penfold.  In this interview hear Brent’s 10 insights into trading accumulated through his 30 years of experience. And Louise Bedford tells traders to embed trading principles deep into your psyche so you develop unconscious competence. Develop Unconscious Competence with Louise Bedford Trading is a labor of love, habit and focus. So many people want to get to the point where trading is natural, effortless and so damn easy. You need bed down trading principles deep into your psyche and to develop unconscious competence. Brent Penfold - Insights into Trading The Market The markets have fascinated Brent for over 30 years. A full time futures trader from home he shares his top ten insights from decades of experience in the market. Here are some of things we discuss with Brent. The more grandiose your ambitions the quicker your trading demise. Avoid Risk of Ruin and get your head around Money Management. When we come to trading we are emotionally orientated to succeed in trading. But these expectations of being a winner sets you up for failure in the markets. Eventually risk catches up with you.  Price is everything – don’t dilute its power. Indicators are 2nd 3rd 4th derivative of price and they look backwards.   You can’t make money looking backwards.  Price isn’t perfect but at least it is HONEST.  Keep Your Trading Plan simple. If Ginger Megs can’t understand how you trade over the counter at McDonalds then you need to simplify your trading plan. What works those ideas that work today, they worked 5 years ago, 10 years ago 20 ago. All those ideas are relatively simple – they have less moving parts. Keep it simple to ensure it is robust. The process of trading is “boring”. Too much “interesting” will cost you. Trading is boring. That is where you should be. The best loser is the long-term winner. Profits look after themselves. The losses hurt you financially emotionally and spiritually. Become the best loser you can be and take your losses quickly. To find out more about Brent go to: www.indextrader.com.au  

Brent Penfold: The Universal Principles Of Successful Trading In episode 77 of the Desire To Trade Podcast, I interview Brent Penfold, a futures trader based in Sidney, Australia. Brent began trading when he joined Bank America as a trainee dealer in December 1983. It didn’t take much time for him to become fascinated with the markets. These days, Brent is a licensed Futures Adviser, specializing in trading index and currency futures, but also trades a diversified portfolio of 16 markets across 8 market sectors. What’s most interesting about his trading style is that he is usually done trading by 9:30am and has the rest of the day to concentrate on his research. I personally found out about Brent as I came across his book The Universal Principles Of Successful Trading, which I’d highly recommend. For this new year, I’d love if you can take a few seconds to leave a review on iTunes or Stitcher. Let me know honestly what you think of the podcast because the only way I can improve is through your reviews. Share This! The best loser is the long-term winner. Embrace that! - Brent PenfoldCLICK TO TWEETUnderstand the risk of ruin, make it 0% & learn to be the best loser. - Brent PenfoldCLICK TO TWEET In This Episode, You’ll Learn… What are the universal principles of successful trading What’s the principle of maximum adversity. The single best measure you need to calculate about your trading. The common sayings in trading that aren’t true. Brent’s opinion on discretionary trading. Brent’s simple trading routine (to be done by 9:30am). Why you must step away from the screen. Why you need to stop researching for strategies. And much more! What is one thing you are going to implement after listening to this podcast? Leave a comment below, or join me in the Facebook group! Brent Penfold’s Books The Universal Principles of Successful Trading: Essential Knowledge for All Traders in All Markets Trading the SPI: A Guide to Trading Index Futures in Australia DesireToTRADE’s Top Resources DesireToTRADE Forex Trader Community (free group!) Complete Price Action Strategy Checklist One-Page Trading Plan (free template) DesireToTRADE Academy How To Find Brent Penfold? Index Trader About The Desire To Trade Podcast Subscribe via iTunes (take 2 seconds and leave the podcast a review!) Subscribe via Stitcher Subscribe via TuneIn Subscribe via Google Play See all podcast episodes

Kevin Davey: Building Winning Algorithmic Trading Systems In episode 67 of the Desire To Trade Podcast, I interview Kevin Davey, an algorithmic trading system builder, and trader. He is the author of a very well written book on the topic titled Building Winning Algorithmic Trading Systems. The number of trading systems developed by Kevin is impressive. At the time of recording the interview, he had 95 trading strategies. Over his 25 years of experience, Kevin has been developing, analyzing, testing and creating trading strategies in every futures market from the e-mini S&P to crude oil to corn to cocoa. At the moment, he trades full-time for his own personal account, while helping traders around the world see more results in their trading. Kevin contributed to the excellent trading book The Universal Principles of Successful Trading by Brent Penfold, where he was featured as a “Market Master.” That book was part of my list The Forex Trading Books That Incredibly Improved My Own Trading   In This Episode, You'll Learn... How Kevin started with automated systems trading How he lost $1,500 on a $5,000 account in a single week! The myth of algorithmic trading & trading psychology. The step-by-step process Kevin uses to build winning algorithmic trading systems. The main tasks of an automated system trader. How Kevin was able to build several algorithmic trading systems. What most traders do wrong when trying to create a trading system. And much more! What is one thing you are going to implement after listening to this podcast? Leave a comment below, or join me in the Facebook group! Resources Mentioned Kevin Davey's Book: Building Winning Algorithmic Trading Systems, + Website: A Trader's Journey From Data Mining to Monte Carlo Simulation to Live Trading (Wiley Trading) DesireToTRADE's Top Resources DesireToTRADE Forex Trader Community (free group!) Complete Price Action Strategy Checklist One-Page Trading Plan (free template) DesireToTRADE Academy How To Find Kevin Davey? Website Linkedin Twitter Email About The Desire To Trade Podcast Subscribe via iTunes (take 2 seconds and leave the podcast a review!) Subscribe via Stitcher Subscribe via TuneIn Subscribe via Google Play See all podcast episodes

In this episode with Brent Penfold we cover fundamental topics that impacts traders of all levels, from beginner to advanced. We talk about some of the psychological issues traders face, the principles all traders need to accept to be successful, that elusive Holy Grail of trading and an extremely important mathematical concept that can identify if you’re going to blow up your account, so don’t miss that. The guest also provides actionable tips and tricks to overcome these issues along with a simple method to determine if a strategy is broken, which could save you lots of money and stress. Topics discussed: How to trades 24 markets actively and be finished by 9:30am The simple reason why most traders fail The principles all traders need to accept to be successful The one mathematical measure that can tell if you'll blow up your account - don't miss this! The Holy Grail The most important aspect of trading How to remove hope from your trading How to combat greed The impact fear can have on your trading and a hot tip to overcome it A simple method to determine if your strategy is broken, this tip could save you loads of money!