In my experience, many issues I've seen with traders don't stem from missing the direction, but rather from using a position size that doesn't align with their capital. That's why I started applying a calculation method a while back that helps me safeguard my account before even thinking about profits.
What I'm sharing here is what I do and it has worked for me. It's not a recommendation or a one-size-fits-all formula. Everyone needs to find their own way.
The three key figures I consider before trading
Before opening any position, I make sure to have three numbers clear. Without them, I feel like I'm trading without control.