Trading on the wrong timeframe compares to wearing the wrong shoes for a hike uncomfortable and bound to trip you up. Scalping on daily charts or swing trading on one-minute candles? You’re working against yourself, not the market.
Align your timeframe with your goals. Scalping? Stick to short charts. Investing? Look at weeks or months. Mismatched timeframes spark bad decisions. Pick the right clock, and your trades will flow smoother.