
This interview reveals Erik Smolinskiβs transformation from a Marine officer to a sophisticated options trader who leverages statistical analysis, behavioral finance research, and military discipline to achieve consistent profitability in the markets.
Timestamps:
00:00 - Opening: Military mindset meets trading - βNobodyβs gotten shot, this is not that badβ
01:33 - Marine training advantages
07:16 - Solving the disposition effect
09:49 - Research methodology
14:50 - The catalyst trade
20:40 - The defining moment
30:06 - Portfolio management
31:23 - Zero DTE strategies
38:35 - Momentum factor
46:24 - Live breakdown
54:12 - Core vs speculative allocation
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