My Guru Intentions

My Guru Intentions

Author: ClayTrader June 24, 2024 Duration: 18:36
While I really can't stand the term and being called one, let's talk the world of "guru". I get it. It's a pretty slimy term and carries with it a whole lot of negative connotations. I wanted to give a bit more context about my goals as a "guru" (including making money) so you can have a better informed decision as you listen to the podcast and whether or not you want to continue to listen. I recently had someone email me in and say some kind words; however, there was still something missing that I wanted to shed light onto. It's a quick tip to always keep in mind as you do your searching for an online community. How can you cut through all the smoke and mirrors of what people "say"? Obviously, everyone "says" the right thing and how they want to help and care for you, but do they actually? Do they only care about the money? Let's discuss this some more.

Hosted by ClayTrader, The Stock Trading Reality Podcast cuts through the noise of the financial world. This isn't about get-rich-quick schemes or market hype; it's a grounded, often unvarnished conversation about what trading stocks actually looks like day to day. Each episode delves into the tangible strategies, psychological hurdles, and personal stories that define a trader's path. You'll hear honest reflections on both wins and losses, focusing on the practical discipline required to pursue consistency. For anyone interested in the markets, this podcast serves as a crucial reality check, stripping away fantasy to examine the real work involved. Tune in for straightforward discussions that prioritize long-term understanding over short-term excitement, all from a voice experienced in the trenches of trading.
Author: Language: en-us Episodes: 100

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Podcast Episodes
Are You a Stupid Person?| STR 514 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 14:46
I don't mean to be mean, but there are times where genuine care is just being blunt with someone… and that's what I need to do in this situation. I'm not sure how else to say it other than I am seeing some very stupid pe…
Daily Max Loss. Good? Bad? | STR 513 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 11:29
The daily max loss. A risk management rule that has a whole lot of opinions surrounding it. I recently made a YouTube video discussing how a futures prop firm eliminated this rule. In sharing my thoughts, I received some…
Hold or Sell? Here's the Answer... | STR 512 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 8:45
Throughout my years as a trader and coach/teacher, I've come to discover a very simple (yet very powerful) question. When people ask me one of the most common questions ever, "Should I hold or sell?", I respond with some…
3 Reasons For Futures Trading | STR 511 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 15:52
If I were forced to give a one word arguement for futures trading, it would be this: flexibility. Futures trading is not a Holy Grail area of the market where you money begins to rain down from the sky; however, it is an…
Potentially Really Bad Trading Logic... | STR 510 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 16:08
Are you thinking of getting into trading or have been struggling? Perhaps you've had a form of logic cross your mind via your own thoughts or via the input of someone else that, quite frankly, is really low grade and bad…
Hassle? Yes. Worth It?... | STR 509 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 15:01
While I can't make a guarantee, I can say there is a high probability you will be faced, at some point in your journey, with the question: should I change my trading platform? Let me be the first to tell you, changing pl…
An Eye Opening Experience [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 17:24
I've recently moved to Iowa and started to attend a new church. Why am I telling you this? I've had a couple people at the church take interest into trading and they are now members of my community. Because they are "fri…
Prop Firm Trap! Beware! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 17:48
I've been talking about prop firms recently, particularly because I am now giving them a try. As I've quickly gained experience, I want to point out a trap that exists within the framework of how they work. Prop firms of…
A Common Complaint [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 16:15
It's not always rainbows and butterflies. Sometimes people have complaints and sometimes those complaints pertain to us. If you would consider yourself a technical trader (or you are thinking of becoming one), then episo…
Prop Firm Futures Trading [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 20:28
The past few weeks have been filled with confusion and frustration. Was I imagining things? Was I playing the victim card? Long story short, I was not! This has taken me on a new adventure that'll be interesting to see w…