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Starting in proprietary trading is exciting. You pass your evaluation, get funded, and suddenly you’re trading with real money. But one thing I wish someone had drilled into me from the very beginning is the importance of scaling plans. For beginners, thinking about...

If you’re just starting your journey in proprietary trading, you’ve probably asked yourself: “What happens after you pass?” The question seems simple, but the answer can feel a bit fuzzy when you’re new. I remember when I first passed my prop firm evaluation, I had a...

When I first started trading, I thought success was all about finding the perfect setup or nailing the exact entry. Spoiler alert: it wasn’t. What really made the difference in my early trading journey was risk management. If you’re a newbie, understanding risk...

Starting out at a prop firm is exhilarating. You’re finally trading with someone else’s capital, getting real-time experience, and testing your strategies without risking your personal bankroll. But one thing that blindsided me in my first month was slippage. If...

When you start trading with a prop firm, one of the most exciting milestones is scaling up accounts. Suddenly, the idea of trading with more capital, making larger profits, and accessing higher profit splits is within reach. But as a beginner, scaling up can feel...

Starting out in proprietary trading can feel overwhelming. Between learning the rules of the firm, mastering your trading platform, and figuring out your strategy, it’s easy to get lost in the details. One of the most important aspects for beginners, though, is...

they were the ultimate measure of success. Looking back, I wish I had approached them differently. In this article, I’ll share insights about prop firm leaderboards for beginners, personal experiences, and practical advice to navigate them without letting them control...

If you’re new to the world of proprietary trading, you’ve probably heard some wild claims. From “you can get rich overnight” to “prop trading is easy,” the internet is full of misconceptions that can confuse beginners. When I first started exploring prop trading, I...

Before you even look at historical charts, you need a clearly defined strategy. I made the rookie mistake of backtesting a vague “trend-following” idea without rules. The results were inconsistent and confusing. The reader outcome is behavioural: turn this guidance...