4 reasons you're not trading like a pro

In Monday's email, I mentioned that I would discuss the differences in approach between retail and professional day traders. But before that, I want to start by posing a simple question: Do you know the difference between reacting to the market and acting with it? This might seem like a subtle distinction, but it's fundamental in trading. Think about that for a moment. Now, let's get into our topic. The differences in approach between retail and professional day traders Professional traders DO NOT struggle with the following obstacles: Obstacle No. 1: Trying to predict the future Solution: Focus on trading in sync with what's happening right now. Statistically speaking, the market is more likely to keep doing what it's doing now than suddenly change direction. Adopt a "go with the flow" mindset by making decisions based on observable market data, such as what you see on the DOM, rather than relying on predictions. This approach helps cut down on the guesswork and allows you to react to the market's real actions as they happen, just like the pro traders do. Obstacle No. 2: Trading against the market Solution: Forget about always looking for a chance to sell when the market is going up, thinking the trend will soon change. Instead, focus on taking opportunities to join moves. If the market is going up and you see a good setup, buy (but not blindly). Professional traders go with the market flow rather than always trading against it. Obstacle No. 3: Relying too heavily on support and resistance levels Solution: While these levels can be interesting points where the market might react, don't base your whole strategy on them. Just because a market moves down to a support level, it doesn't always mean it's time to buy. Buying a market that is moving down is a low probability play. Professional traders change their strategies based on what the market is telling them rather than relying on strict, fixed ideas. Obstacle No. 4: Thinking it's about having the perfect tools or indicators Solution: It's not about having the perfect tools or indicators. It's about developing a deep understanding of market behavior and making decisions based on what is happening right now. Professional traders focus on understanding and adapting to the market. Question: “How much profit are YOU leaving on the table by trading like a retail trader?“ “What's stopping you from trading like a professional?” Take a moment to reflect on these questions. And imagine the results you can GET if only you commit yourself to understanding market behavior and making decisions based on what is happening right now. Happy trading, Peter Jigsaw Trading & Journalytix P.S. When you are ready, here are two ways Jigsaw can help you: 1 - CHECK OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL - Here is a bold claim: we offer way more value in our FREE YouTube videos than these gurus charge for workshops! You can absolutely go from trading newbie to a knowledgeable trader solely from the FREE trading knowledge we put there. [Visit our YouTube channel]( and discover a goldmine of trading knowledge. 2 - ACCESS PROFESSIONAL TRADERS' TOOLS AND EDUCATION - Whenever you’re ready... Here are 3 ways Jigsaw can help you improve your trading: [Three Jigsaw packages… that you can get TODAY so that you can finally get access to the tools and education professionals use to gain an edge in the market…]( Copyright © 2024 Jigsaw Trading, All rights reserved. You are receiving this email because you opted in at www.jigsawtrading.com or www.journalytix.me Our mailing address is: Jigsaw Trading Room 1203, 12/4, Tower 3, China Hong Kong City 33 Canton Road, Tsim Sha TsuiKowloon Hong Kong [Add us to your address book]( Want to change how you receive these emails? You can [update your preferences]( or [unsubscribe from this list](.