90% of traders lose not because their analysis is wrong…
…but because their position size is too big 🚨
Let’s fix that once and for all:
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1. The Golden Rule: Risk 1% or Less Per Trade ⚖️
This means if you have $1000, never risk more than $10 on a single trade.
Not $100. Not $50. Just $10.
Why? Because capital preservation > profit chasing 🛡️
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2. Calculate Your Stop-Loss in Dollars, Then Adjust Size 🧠
Say your stop-loss is 5% away.
To only risk $10, your position size should be $200.
Risk first, size second. Always ✅
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3. Avoid the “All In” Mentality ❌🎲
You don’t need one lucky trade — you need consistent good ones.
Going all-in might make you rich in one move…
…but it’s the fastest route to ruin too 💥
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4. Use a Position Size Calculator (Free Tools) 🛠️:
✅ babypips.com/tools/position-size-calculator
✅ myfxbook.com/forex-calculators/position-size
(Works for crypto too — just plug in the values!)
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5. Don’t Just Focus on Win Rate 🎯
Even with a 40% win rate, you can be profitable with good R:R and proper sizing.
It’s not about how often you win, but how much you win when you do 📈
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Professional traders survive bad days. Amateurs blow up from one trade.
Position sizing is your seatbelt — wear it always. 🪑🚗
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