The Trading Coach Podcast

In this episode, we break down: The real difference between discretionary and systems-based trading. Why copying trading strategies destroys confidence and execution. Why backtesting isn’t about data—it’s about belief. And whether beginners should start mechanical or discretionarySupport the show by leaving a rating or review.Your Trading Coach - Akil

I used to be strongly against certain types of trading… until AI forced me to change my mind.In this episode, I break down how AI is helping traders refine strategies, reduce mistakes, and separate emotion from execution—plus the hidden difference between backtesting and live trading that most traders learn the hard way.Learn to Trade at www.TierOneTrading.comYour Trading Coach - Akil

Trading offers freedom—but without structure, that freedom can destroy you. In this episode of The Trading Coach Podcast, Akil breaks down the non-negotiables of success, the four stages every trader must pass through, and why the final stage can be just as dangerous as the first.Come Trade with us at www.TierOneTrading.comYour Trading Coach - Akil

In this Trading Coach Podcast episode, we break down why focus beats perfection, how copying the “best” traders can actually slow your progress, and why real success in trading starts with something most people completely skip — understanding yourself.Support the podcast by leaving a Rating/ReviewYour Trading Coach - Akil

In this episode, we’re diving into a silent assassin that’s slowly killing your trading profits—often without you even realizing it. This isn’t about bad entries or missed trades, but a hidden factor that quietly eats away at performance over time. More importantly, we’ll break down practical solutions you can start using immediately to protect your capital and trade more efficiently.Learn to trade at www.TierOneTrading.comYour Trading Coach - Akil

In this episode of the Trading Coach Podcast, we dive deep into the delayed Supreme Court ruling on Trump tariffs — and why the market reaction (or lack of one) matters more than most investors realize.Learn to trade at www.TierOneTrading.comYour Trading Coach - Akil

Venezuela has the world’s largest oil reserves — so why didn’t oil prices spike?In this episode, Akil Stokes breaks down why the oil market stayed calm despite major headlines, and what that teaches beginner investors about how markets really work.You’ll learn why timelines matter more than headlines — and how to stop overreacting to the news.Please remember to leave the podcast a Rating/ReviewYour Trading Coach - Akil

Most traders start the year motivated… and blow it by January.In this episode, I break down 10 trading goals every trader needs if they want real consistency—not just hope. We cover process vs results, risk management, emotional control, journaling, and the habits that actually move the needle.Keep score as you listen and see how many you already follow.

Revenge trading is one of the most destructive habits in trading, and most traders don’t even realize when they’re doing it. Let's discuss 3 methods for curing this problem.

Are you falling behind as a trader—or just comparing yourself to the wrong standard? In this episode, Akil Stokes breaks down how real trading development works, why most traders quit too early, and how to measure progress the right way without getting discouraged by other people’s results.Learn to Trade at www.TierOneTrading.comYour Trading Coach - Akil

In this year-end episode, Akil Stokes breaks down how profitable traders review their performance and plan for the year ahead. Learn which numbers actually matter, how to spot costly mistakes, and why treating your trading like a business is the key to long-term success.

Most traders think the challenge is spotting opportunities—but the real battle starts once you’re in the trade. In this episode, we dive into the psychological war of patience, doubt, and discipline, and why managing yourself during an open position is harder than any technical setup.Watch the Trading Mastery Full Recordingshttps://tieronetrading.com/market-mastery-recordings/Your Trading Coach - Akil

It’s one of the most common questions I get—and today I’m giving you my honest answer.In this episode, I break down what moving averages actually do, why traders use them, and why I don’t use them in my own trading. We’ll also cover when moving averages can make sense and how to think about them the right way—without the hypeMarket Mastery Recordingshttps://tieronetrading.com/market-mastery-recordings/Your Trading Coach - Akil

After losing money trading on the road, Akil realized it wasn’t his strategy—it was his state.This episode breaks down flow state and how it impacts your trading results.Please remember to leave me a rating & a review!Your Trading Coach - Akil

Why do traders know they shouldn’t add to losing trades — yet still do it?In this episode of the Trading Coach Podcast, Akil Stokes breaks down how game theory, sunk cost fallacy, and trader psychology cause traders to move stops, add to losers, and sabotage their edge.If one bad trade keeps erasing weeks of progress, this episode will change how you see losses — and how you trade them.If you haven't done so already please leave the show a rating/review.Your Trading Coach - Akil

Ever watch a news event play out exactly as expected… only for price to move the opposite way?In this episode, I break down why markets ignore the news, what they’re really pricing in, and how to stop getting caught on the wrong side of high-impact events.Learn to Trade at https://tieronetrading.com/Your Trading Coach Akil

We break down how many monitors traders actually need, common setup mistakes, and how to build a trading workstation that improves focus, efficiency, and results.Download your FREE trading computer builders/buyers guidehttps://www.tradingcomputerbuyersguide.com/optin-629312741738938873920 Your Trading Coach - Akil

Are trading competitions a smart way to forward test your strategy—or a fast track to bad habits? Learn to trade at www.TierOneTrading.comYour Trading Coach - Akil

In this episode, Akil shares the full story behind an 11-day emotional battle inside a grade-A trade that became his biggest win of the year. Learn how to navigate drawdowns, manage emotions, and build the mental barriers that separate successful traders from impulsive ones.Remember to FOLLOW the show to ensure that you don't miss any new episodes.Your Trading Coach - Akil

In this episode, Akil tackles one of the biggest misconceptions in trading: “Is trading just gambling?” Join me as we break down 21 facts that will arm you — and your doubters — with the truth about professional trading.Learn to Trade at www.TierOneTrading.comYour Trading Coach - Akil