Before entering a breakout trade, check this: 1. High volume on the breakout candle ๐ 2. Candle close above key resistance ๐ฏ๏ธ 3. Successful retest of support ๐
Most traders don't lose because their strategy failedโthey lose because their position sizing was too large.
Quick Checklist Before Opening a Trade: 1. Never risk more than 1โ2% of total capital per trade. 2. Calculate position size using entry price and Stop-Loss, NOT target profit. 3. Keep leverage low (below 5x) during high-volatility news events.
Protect your principal capital first, profit comes second. ๐ก๏ธ
โ ๏ธ 90% of Futures Traders Lose Money Due to This One Mistake:
Chasing green candles with high leverage! ๐ด
How to survive high-volatility days: 1. Max 3x - 5x leverage โ๏ธ 2. Never trade without a Stop-Loss ๐ก๏ธ 3. Keep capital reserved for dip buys ๐ต
Do you prefer Spot accumulation or Futures trading? ๐
Common mistake: Placing stop-loss right at market noise levels.
Better approach: - Place it below key market structure / major support. - Adjust based on market volatility (ATR). - Never move your stop-loss wider after entering a trade!