Most traders think patience is about doing nothing — but in this episode, George reveals why it's actually the most powerful edge you can develop.
In this solo session, he unpacks the "Patience Paradox" — the idea that letting go of the need to act is what brings the best results. From breaking impulsive trading cycles to building strategic patience step by step, you’ll learn how to reframe inaction as high-performance behavior.
George also shares personal insights from transitioning away from day trading to a slower, more intentional strategy, and why that shift brought more clarity, confidence, and consistency.
You’ll leave this episode with a 3-step system to train your patience, a journaling method to track restraint, and a visualization exercise to anchor calm decision-making in real time.
Key Takeaways:
Patience is a skill, not a personality trait — and it’s your most underrated edge.
Impulsive trades often come from emotional needs, not strategy.
Doing less leads to more clarity, better decisions, and stronger results.
Define your exact setup. Without it, you’re not being patient — you’re just guessing.
Reframe patience as power. Restraint is evidence of mastery.
Track the trades you don’t take. Celebrate the discipline.
Anchor your calm, future trader-self with a simple visualization and physical trigger.
Knowing when not to act is what separates amateurs from professionals.
Episode Resources
Disclaimer:
Futures, options, and derivatives trading involve substantial risk and are not suitable for every investor. The high degree of leverage in futures trading can work against you as well as for you. Past performance is not necessarily indicative of future results.
The information provided in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be construed as specific trading, investment, or financial advice. Nothing discussed constitutes an offer to buy or sell any futures contract, option, security, or other financial instrument.
You are solely responsible for your own trading decisions, and you should carefully consider whether trading is appropriate for your financial situation, experience level, and risk tolerance. Always consult with a licensed financial advisor, registered broker, or other qualified professional before making trading or investment decisions.
While efforts are made to present accurate and timely information, the host makes no warranties or representations regarding the completeness, reliability, or accuracy of any information presented and assumes no liability for any losses that may arise from reliance on this content.
By listening to this podcast, you acknowledge and accept these risks.
In this episode, George finally reveals the trading strategy he’s been quietly refining for the last five years — a complete departure from the fast-paced world of day trading he recently left behind. Known as the Convex Core Strategy, this approach is built around always being long the S&P 500 (ES futures) while intelligently hedging downside risk with put spreads and deep out-of-the-money protection.
George breaks down why he made the shift, how this strategy aligns with his life as a father, and why it’s brought more clarity, balance, and freedom to his trading than anything he’s done before.
He shares the three core components of the strategy, explains how it performs in different market conditions, and reveals the mindset shift required to move from chasing trades to intelligently owning market exposure.
Whether you’re a futures trader, options trader, or simply curious about evolving beyond day trading, this episode offers a fresh perspective on building a sustainable and scalable approach to the markets.
Key Takeaways 💡
From Day Trading to Convexity: After 24 years of day trading, George shifted to a strategy focused on convex opportunities — trades with limited downside and asymmetric upside.
Three Components of the Convex Core Strategy:
A perpetual long position in ES futures.
A protective put spread for downside hedging.
A deep out-of-the-money put for catastrophic “tail risk” events.
Market Scenarios: Profits are maximized in up markets, hedged in down markets, and carry insurance costs in sideways markets.
Institutional Mindset: This approach mirrors how large institutions manage exposure — always long, hedging intelligently, and focusing on macro context rather than intraday noise.
Personal Benefits: The strategy freed George from constant decision-making, reduced emotional fatigue, and aligned his trading with his family life and long-term goals.
Bigger Picture: It’s more than a strategy; it’s a mindset shift from chasing short-term gains to building sustainable wealth over decades.
Episode Resources
Disclaimer:
Futures, options, and derivatives trading involve substantial risk and are not suitable for every investor. The high degree of leverage in futures trading can work against you as well as for you. Past performance is not necessarily indicative of future results.
The information provided in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be construed as specific trading, investment, or financial advice. Nothing discussed constitutes an offer to buy or sell any futures contract, option, security, or other financial instrument.
You are solely responsible for your own trading decisions, and you should carefully consider whether trading is appropriate for your financial situation, experience level, and risk tolerance. Always consult with a licensed financial advisor, registered broker, or other qualified professional before making trading or investment decisions.
While efforts are made to present accurate and timely information, the host makes no warranties or representations regarding the completeness, reliability, or accuracy of any information presented and assumes no liability for any losses that may arise from reliance on this content.
By listening to this podcast, you acknowledge and accept these risks.
After 21 years in the game, I’ve officially stepped away from day trading.
Not because I burned out… but because I evolved.
In this deeply personal episode, I open up about the emotional toll of day trading, how performance pressure warped my identity, and why I decided to walk away from the daily grind — even while I was still profitable.
But I didn’t leave the market. I rebuilt my edge.
I share the full breakdown of my new Convex Core Strategy — a simple yet powerful approach that focuses on low-frequency trades, asymmetric risk-reward, and long-term growth. It’s given me my time, health, and energy back — while still keeping me connected to the market I love.
This episode is a raw reflection on the price of trading obsession… and what real freedom looks like when you finally stop chasing every move.
👤 Whether you’re feeling burnt out, stuck in a trading loop, or ready to evolve — this one’s for you.
🎧 Listen now to learn:
Why I stopped day trading (even after 20+ years)
The hidden emotional cost of the 2-hour trading day
What the Convex Core Strategy is and how it works
How to transition from “daily wins” to building real wealth
The mindset shift that changed everything
Episode Resources
Download the Free PDF: The 5 Most Destructive Loops in Trading — and How to Break Them
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Most trading educators will tell you, “Anyone can day trade — you just need the right strategy.” But that’s not the whole truth. In this episode, we get brutally honest about the psychological demands of day trading — and why so many traders are unknowingly stepping into a high-performance arena without the preparation to succeed.
You’ll learn why day trading is more like professional sports than most people realize, how to recognize if you’re truly ready to perform under pressure, and what to do if you're not there yet — without giving up on your trading dreams.
If you’ve ever felt like something’s missing — even when you’ve bought the courses and followed the rules — this episode will reframe everything for you.
Key Takeaways + Soundbites
“Day trading is a full-contact psychological sport. If you’re untrained, you’re walking into the Stanley Cup without knowing how to skate.”
“It’s not that you’re broken — it’s that you’re trying to perform like a pro without training like one.”
“Most traders don’t fail because they lack information. They fail because they expect elite results without elite preparation.”
“Awareness is the beginning of power. If you realize you’re not ready yet, congratulations — you just avoided a costly identity wound.”
“Start by slowing the game down. Switch to a 1H or 4H chart, stretch out your decision-making process, and train your nervous system for performance.”
“You don’t go to the NHL without going through the minors. Start with longer timeframes, then graduate down — not the other way around.”
“Stop comparing your chapter 1 to someone else’s chapter 20. You’re not behind — you’re building your base.”
Episode Resources
Download the Free PDF: The 5 Most Destructive Loops in Trading — and How to Break Them
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You’ve done the work. You’ve changed your strategy, refined your routine, and rebuilt your mindset—but deep down, the fear is still there. What if it happens again?
This episode is your comeback blueprint.
I’ll walk you through the psychological transformation required to return to trading with confidence, clarity, and control after a devastating account blowout. You’ll learn how to rewire your subconscious, regulate your physiology, and rebuild belief in yourself—step by step.
We’ll cover:
* The athlete’s mindset of returning after injury—and how it mirrors trading trauma
* Why acceptance is power, and denial is self-sabotage
* The exact mental rehearsal routine to rewire belief before re-entry
* Why controllable goals are your new edge (and which goals are secretly killing your progress)
* How breathing becomes a live ticker tape of your emotional state
* The real “cheat code” to lock in trading success—*and it’s not what you think*
This episode is not about revenge. It’s about redemption.
If you're ready to return with strength and finally make trading work for you, this one is essential.
Key Takeaways:
* **Fear after failure is normal—staying stuck is not.** Avoidance is disguised self-abandonment.
* **Practice full acceptance:** You *might* lose again, but hiding in SIM forever won't protect you.
* **Mental rehearsal rewires belief.** Visualize yourself trading with excellence *before* you sit down at the screens.
* **Set goals you can actually control.** Things like daily loss limits, trade count, and volatility-based filters.
* **Breathing is your emotional edge.** Shallow = sabotage. Deep = performance. Reset with 3 slow breaths before every trade.
* **Prevent another blowout at all costs.** Repeating sabotage wires failure into your identity.
* **The cheat code? Prioritize your physical health.** Workout, hydrate, sleep. Align your body with your goals—and trading transforms.
Episode Resources
Download the Free PDF: The 5 Most Destructive Loops in Trading — and How to Break Them
Leave a Voice Message: Ask a question, say hello or suggest a future episode on SpeakPipe
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Ever feel like you're mentally sharp before the market opens—but by the end of the session, you’re spiraling and unsure how you got there? You’re not alone. In this episode, George breaks down a powerful and practical performance psychology strategy used by elite athletes: the physical reset.
You'll learn how to build your own real-time reset protocol to interrupt emotional spirals, refocus your mind, and reclaim control of your trading decisions—even in the heat of the moment. Plus, we introduce an advanced NLP anchoring technique that helps you create a mental reset button you can fire on command.
If you trade solo, this is your new mental edge.
Key Takeaways:
You play every role as a trader: coach, crowd, player, and trainer—so resetting yourself is essential.
Focus is a limited resource, and without a mechanism to reset, you’ll drift from your plan.
Physical resets (like stretching, squats, or a walk) help recenter your nervous system and reset your emotional state.
You can use NLP anchors to condition a specific physical gesture to instantly bring you back to peak performance.
Step 1 is awareness: notice when you’re hesitating, checking PnL excessively, or justifying poor trades.
Step 2 is your physical reset protocol—write it down and keep it visible.
Step 3 is anchoring: once calm, fire your chosen physical gesture to associate it with focus and control.
Over time, you’ll be able to reset your mindset in seconds—without needing the physical movement.
Episode Resources
Download the Free PDF: The 5 Most Destructive Loops in Trading — and How to Break Them
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What if the key to trading clarity, confidence, and control wasn’t a new strategy… but simply talking to yourself out loud?
In this episode, I reveal a high-performance habit used by elite athletes, world-class performers, and consistent professional traders — even if they don’t know they’re doing it.
It’s not a tactic. It’s a psychological reset button. One that activates your conscious mind, aligns your subconscious identity, and turns your thoughts into focused action.
You’ll learn how moderating a trade room kept me sharp, how I lost that clarity when I stopped narrating my process — and how I rebuilt it using a simple daily practice. Plus, I’ll walk you through the 3-tier system for implementing this high-performance habit in your own trading workflow, starting today.
If you've been feeling distracted, impulsive, or disconnected from your edge… this might be the single most powerful habit you’re not using.
Key Takeaways
Don’t listen to yourself — talk to yourself. Verbal self-narration helps clarify intention, reduce hesitation, and break emotional loops.
Speaking engages your entire nervous system. It activates auditory, kinesthetic, and visual channels — leading to better memory, emotional regulation, and pattern recognition.
Narration aligns your conscious and subconscious mind. This builds a self-image of discipline and professional execution.
Trade room moderators sound so “on it” because they verbalize their process. You can recreate that loop on your own to gain the same clarity and edge.
There are 3 levels of implementation:
Audio Self-Talk – Narrate your trades live using your phone.
Video Recording – Capture your screen, face, voice, and charts to analyze posture, tone, and energy.
Text Journaling – The least immersive but still useful for emotional tracking when audio isn’t possible.
The review is as important as the recording. Focus on moments before the trade, during execution, and post-outcome. What did you see, feel, and say?
Most traders lose not because of poor setups — but because of poor internal dialogue. Change your inputs, and your outcomes will follow.
Episode Resources
Download the Free PDF: The 5 Most Destructive Loops in Trading — and How to Break Them
Leave a Voice Message: Ask a question, say hello or suggest a future episode on SpeakPipe
Rate and Review: If you’re enjoying the show, we’d love for you to rate us on Spotify or on Apple Podcasts
Connect with Our Community: Visit TRADEPRO Academy online
Join Our Free Trading Room: Click here to access it
How many times have you told yourself, “I should’ve stopped,” after the damage was already done?
In this episode, I share a personal story of how one small decision — increasing my stop loss by just a few ticks — spiraled into one of the worst trading days of my career. But the real problem wasn’t the market. It was me. More specifically, it was my lack of an emotional stop-loss.
You’ll learn how emotional spirals happen before the chart even moves, and why most traders unconsciously sabotage themselves when stress, pressure, and doubt take over. I’ll give you a 3-step framework to build your own emotional stop-loss system — so you can protect your confidence, not just your capital.
If you’ve ever looked back at a trade and wondered “What the hell happened?” — this episode is for you.
Key Takeaways:
The story of how one decision cost me an entire day’s progress
Why your subconscious might be programmed to make you lose
What an “emotional stop-loss” really is — and how to build one
3 types of stop-losses: mind-based, body-based, and behavior-based
How to catch emotional breakdowns before they spiral
The hidden link between protecting your mental state and long-term profitability
Why true trading maturity is about self-governance, not more setups
Episode Resources
In this powerful episode, George explores the core psychological conflict that prevents traders from confidently executing trades. The root of the issue? A hidden identity battle between two roles—the Analyst and the Trader. The analyst is calm, logical, and risk-free. The trader, on the other hand, operates under pressure, confronting risk, regret, and responsibility.
George argues that most traders overtrain their analyst and neglect their trader, leading to hesitation, fear, and poor execution. Through vivid metaphors—like fans on the field, CEOs vs. managers, and athletes under pressure—he drives home the importance of training the execution muscle, not just the analytical mind.
He wraps the episode with a practical 3-step challenge to help listeners separate and strengthen these two identities so they can flip the internal switch and become confident, decisive traders.
Key Takeaways
Separate the analyst and trader roles – The analyst prepares and plans; the trader executes under pressure. Confusing these roles leads to hesitation.
Hesitation is caused by identity conflict – Freezing at entries happens when you're stuck between roles and not confident in the trader identity.
Train the trader specifically – Most traders practice analysis but never practice execution. You must deliberately train the trader role with live replays and real-time decisions.
Use a physical switch to build awareness – A labeled switch helps reinforce role separation and activates the right mindset at the right time.
Treat trading as a performance sport – Like athletes, traders need focused execution. Intrusive thoughts (the “fans”) must be silenced during performance.
Journal role-based mistakes – After each session, identify whether the analyst or trader made the error, and refine that role accordingly.
Episode Resources
In this episode, George emphasizes the importance of belief in trading success, arguing that a trader's mindset and self-belief are crucial for achieving consistent results. He shares a powerful mental exercise to help listeners reframe limiting beliefs and cultivate a positive mindset, ultimately leading to improved trading performance.
Takeaways
Episode Resources
Most traders fear losing streaks — but it’s the winning streaks that silently destroy more accounts than anything else. In this episode, George shares a raw and revealing look at how winning can lead to overconfidence, dopamine addiction, and subconscious sabotage. You’ll learn why success often triggers reckless behavior, how to recognize when you’re slipping into the danger zone, and what to do to stabilize your performance before the market humbles you. This is one of the most important mindset episodes we’ve ever released.
👉 Includes: a practical “Streak Stabilization Plan,” subconscious reprogramming insights, and the real reason traders spiral after they win.
Takeaways
Episode Resources
Summary
In this conversation, George interviews Etienne Crete, a trader and prop firm owner, discussing his journey from a coffee shop to becoming a successful trader. They explore the importance of community, the role of journaling in improving trading performance, and the challenges of managing other people's money. Etienne shares insights on trading while traveling, the mindset required for success in prop firms, and the lessons learned from aviation that apply to trading. The discussion emphasizes the need for personalizing trading strategies and the importance of building a fulfilling trading lifestyle.
Takeaways
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background
06:19 The Power of Journaling in Trading
13:33 Trading and Traveling Lifestyle
20:19 Flying and Trading Psychology
26:26 Building a Trading Lifestyle
33:07 Overcoming the Break-Even Phase
38:13 Closing Thoughts and Audience Engagement
Episode Resources
Do you ever find yourself hesitating at the worst time... or chasing trades you swore you'd avoid? What if it’s not the market — but your mind — that’s sabotaging your results?
In this raw and revealing episode, George shares the story of how fear nearly derailed his trading journey after leaving a six-figure bank career to go full-time. You'll discover how fear doesn’t just create hesitation — it rewires your perception, distorts your reality, and silently infects every decision you make as a trader.
He breaks down how fear forms in the brain, how NLP explains the looping behavior that kills your edge, and how two traders can see the exact same setup but experience completely different outcomes — based on their internal filters.
Plus, George shares a powerful 3-step fear reset process you can start using today, along with how he uses the Oura Ring to monitor mental readiness for trading.
Sound Bites
"Trading is not an inherently scary thing."
"Your state that you're in is the lens."
"Fear, tension, doubt, racing heart rate."
"Behaviors created by a state of fear."
"You have zero control of your behavior."
"Your brain knows the difference."
"You're experiencing fear, not loss."
"You're overreacting to price movement."
"Identify your triggers for fear."
"Detect, disrupt, and refocus."
Chapters
00:00 Understanding Fear in Trading
05:08 The Journey to Full-Time Trading
09:56 The Fear Filter and Its Impact
14:48 Trading Realities: Two Perspectives
20:10 Breaking the Cycle of Fear in Trading
25:50 Understanding Fear and Its Impact on Trading
32:02 The Role of Internal Representation in Trading Behavior
38:48 Identifying and Managing Triggers of Fear
49:04 Practical Strategies for Emotional Awareness in Trading
🎯 If you’re ready to stop letting fear hijack your trades and finally take back control, tune in now.
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In this conversation, George shares his transformative journey in trading, emphasizing the critical role of psychology over mere strategy.
He discusses the importance of maintaining a trading journal that captures not just the hard data but also the emotional and psychological aspects of trading. By identifying emotional triggers and understanding decision-making processes, traders can break free from destructive loops like overtrading and FOMO.
George outlines a two-fold journaling process that includes both hard data and real-time mindset reflections, ultimately guiding listeners through a practical example of his own trading journal.
In this conversation, George delves into the intricacies of trading, emphasizing the importance of understanding market dynamics, personal accountability, and the role of journaling in enhancing trading performance.
He discusses real-time decision-making, the significance of recognizing market resistance, and the psychological aspects of trading that can lead to emotional pitfalls.
By sharing his personal journaling method, he illustrates how documenting thoughts and decisions can transform a trader's mindset and improve overall performance.
Takeaways
Chapters
00:00 The Turning Point in Trading Psychology
02:51 Understanding the Importance of a Trading Journal
06:12 Identifying Emotional Triggers in Trading
09:05 The Two-Fold Process of Effective Journaling
11:58 Walking Through a Day in the Trading Journal
26:02 Understanding Market Dynamics and Personal Accountability
29:47 Real-Time Decision Making in Trading
35:01 Navigating Market Resistance and Seller Behavior
39:45 The Importance of Journaling in Trading
45:07 Transforming Trading Habits and Mindset
Episode Resources
In this conversation, George shares his journey from being a reckless trader to understanding the deeper psychological patterns that influenced his trading behavior.
He discusses how early life experiences shaped his mindset, leading to a gambling mentality in trading. Through neuro-linguistic programming (NLP), he learned to identify and rewire these patterns, emphasizing the importance of emotional awareness and risk management.
The conversation highlights the need for traders to confront their personal beliefs and emotional triggers to achieve success in the market.
Takeaways
Chapters
00:00 The Illusion of Control in Trading
03:00 The Impact of Early Life Experiences
05:48 Understanding the Gambler's Mindset
09:10 The Emotional Rollercoaster of Trading
12:07 Identifying Personal Patterns in Trading
14:56 The Need for External Validation
17:51 Accepting Randomness in the Market
20:46 Breaking Free from Destructive Loops
24:14 Steps to Rewire Your Trading Psychology
29:57 Building Trust and Control in Trading
Episode Resources
In this episode, George shares his extensive journey in trading, starting from his early days learning Forex with his father to discovering the advantages of futures trading.
He discusses the importance of risk management, the benefits of trading futures, including time freedom, leverage, and liquidity, and emphasizes the significance of having a solid trading plan.
George also highlights the unique aspects of futures trading compared to stocks and Forex, making it an appealing option for traders. In this conversation, George discusses the advantages of futures trading, emphasizing the importance of order flow and liquidity.
He debunks common myths surrounding futures, such as the perception of high risk and the belief that it's only for professional traders. George explains how futures can accommodate various trading styles and schedules, making it accessible for everyone. He encourages traders to define their goals and find a trading style that suits their lifestyle, ultimately highlighting the transformative potential of futures trading.
Takeaways
Chapters
00:00George's Journey into Trading
07:00Discovering Futures Trading
12:48Benefits of Trading Futures
16:34Understanding Leverage and Margin in Futures
23:01Liquidity and Order Flow in Futures Trading
26:19The Power of Order Flow and Liquidity
29:09Understanding Futures and Market Dynamics
32:34Debunking Myths About Futures Trading
39:46Who Should Consider Futures Trading?
50:10Finding Your Trading Style and Goals
Episode Resources
In this episode, George shares his personal journey of returning to trading after a two-and-a-half-year break.
He reflects on the challenges he faced, the lessons learned during his time away, and how he is reinventing his trading strategies to align with his new lifestyle as a family man.
George emphasizes the importance of finding a balance between trading and family life, the role of ego in trading, and the significance of community engagement in the trading world. He encourages listeners to embrace change and to define their own identities as traders.
Takeaways
Chapters
00:00 George's Comeback Journey to Trading
06:36 Reinventing Trading Strategies for a New Lifestyle
12:45 The Role of Ego in Trading
18:31 Finding Balance Between Trading and Family Life
24:08 Embracing Change and Personal Growth
30:26 The Identity of a Trader: Who Am I?
36:48 Engaging with the Community and Future Directions
Episode Resources
In this episode, the hosts discuss the current market turmoil, drawing parallels with historical market crashes. They explore the causes and effects of past crashes, including the dot-com bubble, the global financial crisis, and the COVID-19 pandemic. The conversation emphasizes the importance of understanding market volatility, trading strategies, and the impact of political decisions on financial markets. The hosts provide insights into how traders can navigate through turbulent times and the lessons learned from previous market downturns. In this conversation, the speakers delve into the complexities of tariffs, inflation, and the role of the Federal Reserve in shaping market dynamics. They discuss the impact of economic events on everyday life, the importance of long-term investment strategies, and the necessity of understanding political influences on the market. The dialogue emphasizes the need for traders to navigate fear and seize opportunities, while also highlighting the value of community support in trading.
Takeaways
Sound Bites
"S&P is down 16% in just 45 days."
"This pressure either breaks you or builds you."
"The global financial crisis saw a 57% drop in 17 months."
"COVID caused a 34% drop in just one month."
"Recovery always comes; it just takes time."
"Don't trade alone. Join a community."
"The Fed doesn't want to touch anything right now."
"Inflation is really what hurts the everyday person."
"Time in the markets, not timing the markets."
"Fear is super extreme right now."
"Don't think that you've missed the bottom."
"Talk them off the ledge."
"Greedy when people are fearful."
