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Hey everyone, Ross Cameron here! Today was a great trading day, and I’m excited to break it down for you. After locking in $10,432.70 in just two hours, I managed to double my daily goal. And after yesterday’s frustrating session, today’s recovery felt especially sweet. Let’s dive into how I kept my head in the game, the trades I made, and the lessons I picked up along the way.
There’s one clear takeaway from today: discipline is everything. Trust me, after yesterday’s mess, where I pretty much let emotions take over and gave back a ton of my gains, I knew I had to get back on track quickly. So, this morning, I had a clear focus and stuck to the rules. That was key to turning it all around.
Morning Profit and Staying Disciplined
Today went pretty smoothly. I made the bulk of my profits early on, which is consistent with what I’ve been seeing in my trading data. I’ve realized I get my best results between 7:00 a.m. and 10:00 a.m. Not a huge surprise. That’s when the market’s the most active, and the opportunities are best for a day trader like me.
By sticking to my plan and not second-guessing, I managed to pull in $10,432.70 profit by 9:30. That’s twice my daily goal, and honestly, I could’ve kept pushing it. But instead, I packed up while I was ahead. Learning not to push past that point has been one of the biggest things I’ve trained myself to do. If I keep trading for the sake of it, well… let’s just say it usually doesn’t end well.
Learning from Past Mistakes
Yesterday was a tough day. I was completely unfocused and broke my own rules. That’s where things go off the rails. Even though I started on a high note yesterday morning, I ended up giving back almost half my profits by the afternoon. I got frustrated, stubborn, and made the mistake of revenge trading — a big no-no in day trading.
The problem is when you break your rules and actually get lucky; it reinforces bad habits. You think, “Well, that worked out in my favor, so maybe I can bend the rules next time, too.” But when it doesn’t work (which happens more often), you’re left frustrated, and it messes with your head. Yesterday, I let a case of FOMO (Fear of Missing Out) dictate my decisions — never a good move.
Observing Key Patterns
One of the biggest insights I’ve picked up recently is my trading window. By looking at my P&L (profit and loss) over the past 30 days, I noticed all my losses were landing after the 10 a.m. window. My successful trades, on the other hand, nearly always happened in the first few hours after the market opens. This makes sense. As the day progresses, liquidity dries up, spreads widen, and it just gets harder to find the right entries.
So, I made the decision to size down when the market opens, lock in some early wins, and stick to my plan. Doing this has already made a world of difference and reinforced the importance of knowing when it’s time to walk away — even if there’s more action in the market.
Today’s Winning Trades: LASE and BNZI
Today, I kept things consistent. My first trade was on LASE, which had already shown some strength earlier in the week. I started this one right at the open and grabbed nearly $1,000 on the initial breakout. The best part? I stuck to my plan, cut some profits early on, and didn’t get greedy. I managed to lock in +$2,295 on the stock.
Later in the day, BNZI made a surprise move, popping over 100% in a matter of minutes. I had traded BNZI before, so I quickly recognized the opportunity when it hit my scanners. I jumped in at $3.92 with a modest position, aiming for the breakout over $4. I managed to ride the wave as it surged to $5.42 and took profits along the way, securing a solid win of +$7,854.11.
Both LASE and BNZI were great trades, but the key today wasn’t just finding the right opportunities. It was trusting my instincts and recognizing when to take profits and step aside.
The Importance of Walking Away
This is a lesson I can’t stress enough — there’s always another stock to trade tomorrow. It’s tempting to keep chasing the green when you’re having a good day, but that’s how mistakes happen. Yesterday’s slip-up should have been a solid reminder. I overstayed in trades, got frustrated, and instead of cutting my losses, let them eat into my gains.
Today, I was more careful. By 10 a.m., I had doubled my daily goal and decided it wasn’t worth the risk to keep pushing. Sure, the market could’ve kept going and maybe I could’ve squeezed more profits, but the real win is consistency. Trading smart and walking away before my luck turns is the strategy that brings long-term success.
Discipline Wins the Game
Discipline is the name of the game in day trading. Especially for traders like me who focus on momentum, it’s easy to get swept up by the excitement of a stock running higher. But sticking to the plan works. Today’s $10,432.70 profit reminded me that when I follow my rules, I win more often than I lose.
Take it from me — if you struggle with discipline or find yourself breaking your own rules, focus on staying level-headed. Print out your P&L, track your trading times, and set yourself up for success by knowing what your profitable windows look like. The market is out there every day. Your job isn’t to win every trade. It’s to trade smart enough to keep winning over time. Thanks for reading, and happy trading!
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