Scalping every day used to be my go-to trading strategy, until I realized I was leaving way too much money on the table.

Last year, I made the switch to swing-trading because it gave me more profits and less stress.

Here’s why I made the switch and why you might want to as well.

PS. If you want a beginner-friendly starter pack with my weekly watchlist, trading journal, calculator, and market analysis, reply "WL" to this tweet, and I’ll DM you the full list. 📩 1/ Why I stopped scalping and why everyone's so upset about it

Scalping requires an extremely high win rate to stay profitable. Most scalps have a 1:1 risk-reward ratio or worse (sometimes 1:0.5).

This means you need to win 90-95% of your trades just to stay ahead. One bad losing streak? It can wipe out weeks of gains.

People think scalping is easy money and some traders swear by it. But for the risk-reward ratio, I simply think my time is better spent elsewhere.

🧵 The Complete Guide to Swing Trading
Do you find that day trading is too fast. Too stressful. Too much screen time?

Somewhere in the 6th to 8th year of my trading journey. I felt the same too. That's when I started taking swing trading seriously.

Swing trading is different:
✔️ Slower pace
✔️ Less time commitment
✔️ Still builds real results over time

PS. Want a weekly report of stocks I'm watching for swing trading? Reply "WL" to this tweet, and I’ll DM you my weekly watchlist directly.📩

Here’s a step-by-step roadmap for beginners 👇 📖 What is swing trading?
Swing trading = holding trades for days, weeks, or even months to capture meaningful moves.

It’s ideal if:
• You’re busy with a 9–7 job
• You want fewer, higher-quality trades
• You don’t want to stare at charts all day

But understand this:
You’re not going to “get rich quick.” Swing trading is a slower, steadier path.

🧵 How I Find Profitable Swing Trading Setups (2025 Edition)

You don’t need a crystal ball to swing trade.
Just 3 solid chart patterns…
A scanner that works…
And a process that removes the guess work.

PS. Want a weekly report of stocks I'm watching for swing trading? Reply "WL" to this tweet, and I’ll DM you my weekly watchlist directly.📩

Here’s the exact roadmap I’d give any swing trader in 2025 👇 1/ Understand that most patterns work better on higher timeframes

Forget the 1-min intraday chart nonsense... that's for day trading

Swing trading works best on daily and weekly charts — because they:
✅ Filter out noise
✅ Show cleaner trends & bigger picture
✅ Offer time to plan trades (vs panic-clicking intraday)

And that’s where patterns like these 3 shine 👇

🧵 No BS Guide: How to Start Day Trading in 2025 (Step-by-Step)

I’ve been a full-time trader for over a decade.

If I had to start over from scratch today, THIS is the roadmap I would follow.

No fluff. No Lambos. Just a real, step-by-step guide for traders who need this 🧠📈

PS. Want a weekly report of profitable stocks I'm watching & market trends? Reply "TRADE" to this tweet, and I’ll DM you my weekly watchlist and other resources 📩

Alright, now let’s dive in 👇 Step 1: Set up your trading platform — but start with fake money

The best way to learn trading is to start without risking real money.

✅ Open a paper trading account
✅ Use a platform with real-time data
✅ Practice everything like it’s real

Why paper trade?

Because let’s be honest — if you’re new, you’re going to make mistakes.
I lost thousands early on because I didn’t trade in sim first.

You want to learn how to use orders types, test strategies, and read charts — without burning cash.

📌 My top paper trading platforms:
🔹 TradingView — my favorite for charting. Browser-based, works everywhere, free version available too!
🔹 Webull — beginner-friendly interface, free market data, great mobile app.
🔹 Interactive Brokers — solid global platform, especially for Canadians and international traders.

When you’re ready for live trading with real capital, here are the brokers I use personally:
🔸 Interactive Brokers
🔸 Centerpoint Securities

There’s no perfect broker — every platform has pros/cons. Choose based on your needs. Ask me in comments if you need help

🧵 5 Raw Truths About Full-Time Trading No One Talks About...
People think trading full-time means Lambos and laptops by the beach all day.
But after 10 years doing this... here's the truth they don't tell you.
If you're thinking about going full-time, this thread might change your mind 👇 1️⃣There’s no such thing as income stability

One month I made $18K.
Next month I was down $12K—despite "doing all the right things" - waking up early, prepping trades, and sticking to my system.

Welcome to trading full-time. No guaranteed paychecks. No safety nets.
If you’re used to a steady biweekly salary, this career will test you.
You don’t get paid for effort.
You only get paid if you perform.

Some people thrive on that pressure. Others break.
I won't lie, I've been broken more times than I could remember.

Your earning potential is uncapped, but so is your downside.
$5K up or $2K down—your future gets decided in milliseconds with a few clicks.
Think about that before you ditch your job for “freedom.”

Would I go back to my old 9-7 job in the VFX film industry?
Never! Especially now that AI is destroying that industry.

But would I trade all this just to avoid the stress of variable income?
Some days... maybe. And that’s the real answer.

The Ultimate VWAP Trading Guide: Everything You Need to Know 📈

Most traders overcomplicate their charts with too many indicators—but in my 10+ years of trading, I’ve found that VWAP is one of the most powerful and reliable tools for day trading.

Here’s everything you need to know about VWAP, and how to use VWAP to enter and exit trades like a pro.

PS. If you want to get ahead of the market every week, reply TRADE to this tweet and I'll dm you my free weekly stock watchlist, key market insights, and free resources to help you trade 📩 1️⃣ VWAP 101: What Is VWAP?

VWAP stands for Volume Weighted Average Price. Unlike a moving average, VWAP calculates the true average price of a stock throughout the day, factoring in both price and volume.

VWAP is a key indicator for traders and institutions, it helps determine:
✔️ Fair value of a stock
✔️ Market sentiment (bullish or bearish)
✔️ Potential support & resistance levels

VWAP is recalculated every day, making it great for intraday trading but not for swing trading.

Most people use indicators wrong, and it costs them $$$ big time.

After 10+ years of trading, I’ve tested every indicator that matters.

Here's everything you need to know about the best indicators for day trading and how to use them effectively.

PS. Want a weekly report of profitable stocks I'm watching & market trends? Reply "TRADE" to this tweet, and I’ll DM you my weekly watchlist and other resources 📩 But first... should you even use indicators? The answer is not so simple.

I've used every indicator under the sun—MACD, RSI, Bollinger Bands, Ichimoku Clouds, etc. etc.

My charts had so many lines it looked like air traffic control ✈️

Despite all my lines, I wasn't *actually* making more money, and I was relying too much on my indicators as a distraction.

HOWEVER, if you're new to trading, or if you're still struggling to read price action, adding the right indicators to your charts can help you plan entries & exits with more confidence.

These are the indicators I found helped me the most:

Most traders think they need to stare at the screen all day to make more money.

The truth? The best traders optimize their time in the market and trade less to make more.

🧵 Here are the best trading timeframes for day traders and how I structure my trading day to maximize profits while minimizing screen time.

PS. Want a weekly report of hot stocks & market trends? Reply "TRADE" to this tweet, and I’ll DM you my weekly watchlist 📩 1️⃣ 5:00 - 9:30 AM: Premarket Prep - NO Trading

Successful trading isn’t just about execution—it’s about preparation.

During this premarket period I:
- Do my morning routine (very important)
- Scan for stocks that are gapping up or down with volume
- Analyze catalysts (news, earnings, momentum)
- Create my weekly watchlist

You can trade premarket, personally I don’t trade premarket unless a stock meets very specific criteria.

Most traders struggle to find consistent setups.

This is my exact 4-step process I use to find winning stocks before the market open 🧵 Step 1: Find Large-Cap Stocks Gapping Up Premarket 🚀

Not all stocks are worth trading. I set my scanner to focus on large-cap stocks that meet these criteria:
✔️ Market cap over $1B
✔️ Gapping up 3%+
✔️ High volume

Stocks that meet this criteria usually lead to successful trades.

If you want an easy-to-use stock scanner with this criteria built-in, check out @stox_io 👉 ow.ly/kJYG50UqW2T

If you’re not adjusting your bet size based on the quality of your setups, you’re leaving serious money on the table.

Here’s how the best traders scale risk and master exponential bet sizing... without wrecking your account 🎯 1/ The golden rule of risk

Never risk more than 1%-2% of your account per trade on regular setups (1R).

1R = The fixed amount of capital you are willing to risk on a trade.

Example: If your account is $10K and you risk 1%, your 1R = $100.

Most new traders think memorizing chart patterns like this is the key to success.

I see trading advice like this all the time.

After 10+ years of trading, I think these videos are dangerous for your trading account and capital.

Here’s why you should never memorize chart patterns and what to do instead👇
1️⃣ Charting shouldn't feel like a coloring book

Trading is not an arts and crafts hobby.

You know those adult coloring books that are supposed to help you
relax? That’s what these videos remind me of—just color your charts blue, red, green, and pink and pretend that means something.

But the market doesn’t care about how many patterns you can draw and memorize. If trading was that easy, we'd all be rich.

How much money do you really need to start day trading? 💰📉

If you're thinking of turning $500 into $500K in a month by following Reddit alerts, I’ve got bad news.

After 8+ years day trading, I'm uncovering the actual startup costs of day trading, what to expect, and how to set realistic profit goals👇 2/ First, the harsh truth about day trading.

Day trading isn’t as simple as opening up a $500 Robinhood account and hitting buy and sell.

In reality, most beginners lose money in their first 6-12 months (I was a losing trader for 2 years)

So instead of thinking about how much you need to make profits, ask yourself:
👉 How much do I need to start learning the markets?

The main difference between winning & losing traders?

Avoiding these 4 silent trading killers. I learned them the hard way, so you don’t have to.

These mistakes seem small—until they drain your account.

Fixing them changed everything for me 8+ years ago & helped me go full-time.

Let’s break them down… 🧵👇 1/ ❌ Reason #1: Jumping From One Strategy to Another (Shiny Object Syndrome)

Let's address the first major pitfall that almost ALL new traders will suffer – the dreaded shiny object syndrome.

Most new traders fall into this trap. You see a new strategy from YouTube video or TikTok, and suddenly you're jumping ship from your current approach.

I also fell into the trap of abandoning one set up simply because I had a red day trading.

A lot of people think Swing Trading is easy. You pick any stock, hold for a few days, and watch your account skyrocket.

If only it were that easy. After years of wins, losses, and painful lessons, I’ve learned how to filter out the noise and find A+ swing trading setups.

Here’s my best practices for profitable swing trading 👇 1/ The Pros and Cons of Swing Trading

✅ It’s less time-consuming than day trading (no staring at charts all day)
✅ You don’t need a giant account to get started
✅ You can avoid certain day trading regulations if you hold overnight

But let's make one thing clear, it’s not “easier.”

You’re just managing risk and time differently.

2025 will the best year to master trading.

After over a decade in trading, I've made every mistake in the book, so if you want to level up your trading this year.

Follow this 5-step plan to improve your performance, cut losses, and maximize your edge. 1️⃣ Master Risk Management on Small Caps 📉

Small-cap stocks are BACK, and their volatility creates both massive opportunities and risks.

Here’s the key:

👉 Plan every trade with strict stop losses.
👉 Avoid overcrowded shorts—they’ll squeeze you.
👉 Focus on risk management, risk management, and risk management.

Small caps can double or triple overnight, but if you’re not disciplined, they could wipe out your entire account.

After over decade of trading, I've tested every broker out there and here’s what I’ve learned: Your broker can make or break your success.

Missed trades, hidden fees, and lagging platforms aren’t just frustrating, they can cost you profits.

In this guide, I’ll review and rank the most popular US trading brokers and, hopefully, teach you how to pick the right one for your trading goals. 🧵 1/ My Overall #1 Pick for the Best Trading Broker for US Traders: CenterPoint Securities @CenterPointSec

If you’re a serious trader, CenterPoint is the gold standard.

CenterPoint Securities is the broker I personally use, and while it’s not for everyone, it’s undoubtedly a top-tier choice for advanced traders.

With unparalleled execution speed and an impressive inventory of hard-to-borrow stocks, it’s built for professional traders.

I’ve been trading for over 10 years—I started on my work MacBook.

Now, I've refined my setup to help me trade faster, stay organized, and monitor the markets with precision.

Here’s the exact gear and screen set-up I use every day. 👇

The complete setup I trade with:

- LG 38WP85C-W Curved UltraWide Monitor: expansive screen real estate for tracking multiple stocks and time frames.
- Intel I5 9600 Hexa Core CPU: smooth performance for running charts and scanners.
- Nvidia RTX 2060 8GB GPU: crystal-clear visuals for detailed charting.
- Autonomous Smartdesk: adjustable for sitting or standing to stay focused during long trading sessions.
- Logitech Mouse MX Vertical: ergonomic design for comfort during fast execution.
- Corsair K70 RGB Keyboard: responsive keys for speed and efficiency.

If I lost it all and had to start trading all over again in 2025, this is the 4-week blueprint I’d follow 🗓️

No fluff. No "shortcuts". No Lambos Ads. Only my step-by-step game plan to start trading with confidence.

Let’s break it down.
But first—if you want to save time and simplify your trading, check out my stock scanner, Stox —built for busy traders who want results without the overwhelm.

It's:
✅ Web-based & easy to use
✅ Accessible on any device
✅ Customizable templates to scan stocks fast

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1/ Balancing a full-time job while trying to trade the markets?

I've done the 5 AM routine, rushed to prep trades before work, and I burnt out fast.

After 10 years of trading, I've built a system for part-time traders that optimizes for profits without wasting time.

Here’s how to trade smarter, not harder 👇 First things first, the right strategy starts with the right tools. My stock scanner, Stox, is designed to help you find high-quality setups efficiently—especially on a busy schedule.

Check it out 👉 ow.ly/kJYG50UqW2T

Most traders think success comes from finding that one perfect strategy or a magic indicator.

But the real game-changer? Your mindset and discipline.

These 3 powerful books shaped how I trade— I wouldn’t be the Humbled Trader without them 📚 PS. On my screen is my stock scanner. If you're tired of endlessly stock scanning, use Stox to find profitable trades in seconds stox.io/?utm_source=tw…

1/ I recently got a comment on my TikTok video saying that making $2.9M in 10 years is not enough— I wasted my time.

Apparently, because I’m not driving 5 Lamborghinis at once, I’ve failed. Let’s talk about what success in trading really means.

PS. $2.9M was a random number I threw out for a video trend, but I digress. 2/ First off, if you've made more profits than me in trading, that's amazing.

You're not the first, and you won't be the last. In this game, there's always someone who's made more money than you.