#TradingStrategyMistakes #TradingStrategyMistakes — Avoid these common traps:

❌ 1. *No Clear Plan*

- Entering trades without defined *entry, stop-loss, and target*

- Fix: Use a checklist for every trade (setup, confirmation, risk)

❌ 2. *Overtrading*

- Taking too many trades out of boredom or FOMO

- Fix: Stick to quality setups, not quantity

❌ 3. *Ignoring Risk Management*

- Risking too much per trade or moving stop-losses

- Fix: Never risk more than *1–2%* of your capital per trade

❌ 4. *Chasing Price*

- Entering after a big move without confirmation

- Fix: Wait for *pullbacks or retests*

❌ 5. *Lack of Patience*

- Closing winning trades too early

- Fix: Use *trailing stops* or pre-set targets

❌ 6. *Trading Against the Trend*

- Shorting strong uptrends or buying into dumps

- Fix: Trade *with* the dominant trend unless proven otherwise

❌ 7. *Emotional Trading*

- Letting fear, greed, or revenge control decisions

- Fix: Stick to your strategy and review your trade journal

Want a printable checklist or journal template?