#TradingStrategyMistakes

1. **No clear plan** – Jumping in without defined entry, exit, and position‑size rules leads to inconsistent results.

2. **Poor risk management** – Ignoring stop‑losses or risking too much (e.g. > 2–3% per trade) can wipe your account ([IG][1]).

3. **Emotional trading** – Decisions driven by fear, greed, FOMO or revenge trading often end badly ([Quantified Strategies][2]).

4. **Overtrading & overleveraging** – Trading frequently or using excessive leverage increases costs and losses .

5. **Skipping research** – Failing to study market conditions, news or fundamentals leads to avoidable losses ([IG][1]).

**Quick fixes**: write and test your plan, set strict stop‑losses, stick to low leverage, trade selectively, and stay informed with proper research.