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Hey it’s Jake from the Trade Mastery Newsletter.

I want to get a point across that you may not understand yet…

Every trader needs an edge to win. But not all edges are created equal.

Finding the Ultimate Trading Edge for You

The truth about trading is that there’s no single “magic formula.”

What works best depends on you—your goals, your trading style, and your personality.

I’ll be helping you find the ultimate trading edge in 2025 for your trading.

Some traders succeed with fast-paced scalping, capturing quick gains.

Others excel with swing or position trading, focusing on longer-term market moves.

I have tried all types of trading styles, and the 3 things I found deliver the most consistent results are:

A Focused Strategy (Less is More)

This is all about mastering one strategy and ignoring the noise.

  • Focus Area: Choose one proven setup, like trendline breakouts, and stick to it.

  • Why It Works: Avoids overtrading and keeps emotions in check.

  • Execution Plan: Only trade when your setup appears, and use clear entry and exit rules.

Risk Management (Play Defense First)

The best offense in trading is a strong defense.

  • Focus Area: Preserve your capital by always using a stop-loss and never risking more than 1–2% per trade.

  • Why It Works: Most traders fail because they blow up their accounts, not because their strategies are bad.

  • Execution Plan: Prioritize protecting your account so you can trade another day.

Psychology (Win the Mental Game)

Mastering your mindset is often what separates successful traders from the rest.

  • Focus Area: Stay disciplined, detach from emotions, and avoid chasing trades.

  • Why It Works: Trading is 80% psychology and 20% strategy.

  • Execution Plan: Follow your plan, stick to your rules, and trust the process.

The key is finding the strategy that matches your personality and trading style.

Start simple. Test it. Refine it.

That’s how you’ll build a system that works for you in any market.

Trading Insight of the Day

Most traders focus on finding the “perfect strategy,” but the real secret is execution.

A mediocre strategy executed flawlessly will outperform a perfect strategy executed poorly every time.

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Reply to this email if you have any questions or topics you’d like me to cover.

Cheers,

Jake

PS – In Trade Mastery, I teach you exactly how to find your edge, build a strategy around it, and execute it like a pro. Ready to level up? Learn more here »

PPS – Have a specific trading challenge or question? Let me know—I may cover it in my next email!

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