#TradingMistakes101 #Tradersleague Top Trading Mistakes to Avoid
1. FOMO (Fear of Missing Out)
Jumping into a trade because "everyone else is doing it" usually ends badly.
✅ Fix: Stick to your plan. Don't chase pumps.
2. No Stop Loss
Not setting stop-loss orders can turn small losses into devastating ones.
✅ Fix: Always define your risk before entering a trade.
3. Overtrading
Too many trades = higher fees and emotional burnout.
✅ Fix: Focus on quality setups, not quantity.
4. Lack of a Trading Plan
Trading on impulse or gut feelings leads to chaos.
✅ Fix: Have clear entry, exit, and risk management rules.
5. Revenge Trading
Trying to “win back” losses usually leads to bigger ones.
✅ Fix: Take a break. Review your strategy.
6. Ignoring Risk Management
Going all-in or risking more than 1–2% of your capital per trade is dangerous.
✅ Fix: Size positions based on risk, not greed.
7. Not Keeping a Journal
If you're not tracking your trades, you're not learning.
✅ Fix: Record why you entered/exited every trade.
8. Blindly Following Influencers
Just because someone on Twitter said "Buy now!" doesn't mean you should.
✅ Fix: Do your own research (DYOR).
9. Emotional TradingFear, greed, or panic can hijack good decision-making.✅ Fix: Use automation or stick to mechanical rules.10. Ignoring the Bigger PictureTrading without understanding macro trends or fundamentals is risky.✅ Fix: Stay informed about the market environment.