2 Common Beginner Day Trader Mistakes

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In this video, I address two common mistakes that many beginner day traders make. The insights shared come from a real conversation with a fellow trader who, like many beginners, faces challenges that are rooted in a lack of understanding of the nuances of trading. The first mistake revolves around the misconception that accumulating enough capital to bypass the Pattern Day Trading (PDT) rule will solve all trading problems. I discuss alternative strategies, such as futures trading, which is not restricted by the PDT rule, but emphasize the importance of discipline and proper strategy before considering such options. The second mistake concerns the confusion between trading and investing mindsets, particularly the flawed logic of holding onto a trade with the expectation that "it will go back up," which is a strategy suited for investing, not day trading. Throughout the video, I aim to provide clarity on these issues, helping traders to separate these categories and adopt the right mindset for successful day trading. My goal is to ensure that your foundation is solid, as a faulty foundation leads to faulty results.