489: Trading Wisdom from an Experienced Funded Trader - John Bannan

489: Trading Wisdom from an Experienced Funded Trader - John Bannan

Author: Etienne Crete January 13, 2025 Duration: 23:27

Trading Wisdom from an Experienced Funded Trader - John Bannan

In episode 489 of the Desire To Trade Podcast, we will be listening to the recording of an interview with John Bannan, who shares trading wisdom from his experience as a funded trader. Their discussion also touches on the differences between retail and institutional trading, the significance of experience, and the potential of predictive trading through cycles.

The video is also available for you to watch on YouTube.

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Topics Covered In This Episode

  • 00:00 Introduction
  • 00:42 Who is John Bannan?
  • 02:26 Learning curve as an intraday trader
  • 04:20 Building a trading system from 2009-2011
  • 09:03 Filtering out when to go long or step away from trades
  • 09:55 The pressure of trading for others
  • 11:13 Tools and technology in trading
  • 12:30 Cycles and predictive trading
  • 15:30 Fine-tuning his system
  • 16:40 Handling drawdowns
  • 18:39 Navigating institutional vs. retail trading
  • 20:23 Would he change anything from his trading journey?
  • 21:51 Lessons from experience and future aspirations
  • 22:19 Where to find John Bannan (link below)
  • and much more

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Hosted by Etienne Crete, the Desire To Trade Podcast | Forex Trading & Interviews with Highly Successful Traders is a deep and practical resource for anyone serious about the foreign exchange market. This isn't about hype or quick tips; it's a focused exploration of the mindset, strategies, and daily habits that separate consistently profitable traders from the rest. Each episode features candid conversations with proven traders from diverse backgrounds, dissecting their real-world experiences, toughest losses, and most valuable breakthroughs. You'll hear detailed discussions on analysis techniques, risk management psychology, and building a sustainable trading business. Etienne guides these interviews with a clear purpose: to extract actionable lessons you can apply directly to your own charts and decision-making process. The podcast operates from a core belief that trading mastery is a skill built through education and disciplined practice, leading to greater independence. Whether you're refining your system or just starting out, these conversations provide the nuanced insights and hard-won wisdom rarely found in textbooks or online forums. Tune in for a straightforward, no-fluff dialogue about what it truly takes to navigate the markets with more confidence and control.
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