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Sunday Retrospective for March 30

Posted on by Conor Browne

Trusting Prep and Executing Without Delay

• Recurring hesitation on A-rated setups, even when pre-market levels were hit precisely.

• Missed follow-through opportunities in tech, where over-filtering led to skipped trades that later performed as expected.

• Adjustment to pre-market routine, adding 5-minute visualization drills to reinforce execution readiness.

• Reinforced use of starter entries, especially during first-hour volatility, to reduce overthinking and improve positioning.

• Losses came mostly from B-tier trades, while skipped trades were predominantly from clean A-setups—highlighting misalignment in focus.

• Team-wide goal set for the week: execute the first A-rated setup without hesitation, regardless of external noise or recent results.

Summary

the team reflected on hesitation and execution misalignment. A key theme was the repeated skipping of clean, A-rated setups—despite those trades lining up exactly with pre-market plans. Ernie emphasized that hesitation is still costing more than losses and that confidence must come from the prep, not from in-the-moment overanalysis.

The team missed several strong follow-through moves in the tech sector after over-filtering during live sessions. As a result, a refinement was made to the pre-market routine: a new 5-minute visualization drill will be added to help cement confidence and readiness for high-conviction trades.

Starter entries were again recommended, particularly in the first hour, to avoid overthinking and ensure better positioning early. Notably, most losses during the week came from B-tier setups, while the most profitable opportunities were missed due to second-guessing A-setups—highlighting a misalignment in execution priorities.

The meeting closed with a clear goal: this week, each team member is to execute the first clean A-rated setup they see, without hesitation—resetting momentum and realigning execution with preparation.

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Daily Meeting for Thursday March 27

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Honing Breakout Timing and Eliminating Second-Guessing

• Missed early breakout in mid-cap tech, despite pre-market plan highlighting it as a top-tier watch.

• Review of overcomplication during live execution, where clean setups were skipped due to second-guessing entry criteria.

• ‘Big ass fly’ strategy reaffirmed, with emphasis on trusting the first clean move rather than waiting for retests.

• Reinforcement of pre-market visual walkthroughs, to internalize target zones and remove hesitation at key levels.

• Discussion on early profit cuts, encouraging holding partial size for the full move when the setup remains intact.

• Group commitment to immediate execution on A-setups, with accountability reviews scheduled for Friday’s debrief.

Summary

the team dissected another missed opportunity on a mid-cap tech breakout. Despite strong pre-market planning and clear levels, the trade was skipped due to second-guessing during the moment of execution. Ernie emphasized that these moments stem from a lack of trust—not a lack of readiness.

The discussion reinforced the core principle of the ‘big ass fly’ strategy: strike early and decisively on clean momentum, rather than waiting for perfection. To support this, the team agreed to bring back pre-market visual walkthroughs, focusing on internalizing entry/exit zones before the bell.

Ernie also pointed out instances of profit being cut too soon, urging the group to let partial positions ride when a setup remains intact. The meeting closed with a team-wide agreement to immediately execute on any A-rated setup, with a Friday debrief scheduled to assess follow-through.

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Daily Meeting for Wednesday March 26

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Clarifying Setup Criteria and Strengthening Trade Confidence

• Missed top-tier tech breakout due to hesitation, even though all pre-market criteria had aligned cleanly.

• Adjustment to ‘big ass fly’ strategy, now emphasizing reduced trade frequency but higher clarity in entry signals.

• Focus on clarity over perfection, after review showed good trades were skipped chasing “perfect” setups.

• Reinforcement of partial entry technique, using starter size to eliminate overthinking during live price action.

• Daily tagging of setups introduced, labeling entries as “Clear,” “Gray,” or “Choppy” post-execution for self-review.

• Group commitment to decisive execution, with team accountability check-ins scheduled for end-of-week review.

Summary

the team broke down hesitation on a clean, top-ranked tech breakout. Despite full alignment during pre-market review, the trade was skipped due to over-analysis in the moment. Ernie emphasized that precision doesn’t always mean perfection—and that execution confidence must take priority when everything lines up.

The ‘big ass fly’ strategy was refined again to reduce trade volume while increasing clarity and conviction in chosen setups. A new focus was placed on avoiding over-filtering and learning to act on “clear enough” trades instead of waiting for textbook perfection.

To aid decision-making in real time, the team re-committed to using partial entries—especially in the first hour—to eliminate overthinking. A new self-assessment tool was introduced, where each trade is labeled after the fact as “Clear,” “Gray,” or “Choppy” to build self-awareness and pattern recognition.

Ernie closed by reinforcing the need for decisive execution and introduced an end-of-week check-in where each team member will review how they executed on their highest-conviction setup.

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Daily Meeting for Tuesday March 25

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Fine-Tuning Execution Around Breakout Timing and Trade Selection

• Hesitation on early breakout in energy sector, with discussion on the importance of immediate action on pre-validated levels.

• ‘Big ass fly’ strategy adjusted again, refining focus toward early-session follow-through plays, especially in momentum tickers.

• Review of excessive filtering, where good trades were skipped due to too many confluence requirements being stacked.

• Reinforcement of letting winners run, with reminders to scale out slowly rather than cutting trades at the first sign of hesitation.

• Improved pre-market ranking system tested, where trades were labeled as A or B setups to guide intraday execution priority.

• Team challenge introduced to improve first-hour responsiveness across the board.

Summary

the team reflected on missed entries—particularly an early breakout in the energy sector that had been clearly identified during pre-market planning. Ernie emphasized the need for immediate execution once pre-defined levels are hit, especially in the first hour.

The ‘big ass fly’ strategy was updated again to focus on plays that offer strong early follow-through rather than waiting for confirmation that often arrives too late. Excessive filtering was also addressed, with several setups skipped due to an overly rigid checklist.

The session also included a reminder on managing winning trades—encouraging the team to scale out progressively instead of exiting completely on first signs of hesitation. A new pre-market ranking system was trialed, labeling A- and B-tier trades to prioritize execution more confidently. Ernie closed by launching a team-wide challenge to improve speed and decisiveness during the first hour of trading.

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Daily Meeting for Monday March 24

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Executing With Confidence and Filtering High-Quality Setups

• Missed entries in small-cap healthcare due to over-filtering—team discussed balancing caution with decisiveness.

• Refinement of the ‘big ass fly’ strategy, focusing on setups that offer cleaner trend alignment and fewer conflicting signals.

• Review of late exits on winners, identifying hesitation in locking profits as key improvement area.

• Improved filtering of low-volume tickers, reinforcing a volume threshold to avoid thin setups.

• Reminder to trust prep work, as hesitation often came from second-guessing validated setups during market hours.

• Upcoming focus: clearer priority system, where A-, B-, and C-tier trades are defined pre-market to guide execution speed.

Summary

the team evaluated missed opportunities in small-cap healthcare stocks, with Ernie highlighting a pattern of over-filtering and second-guessing strong setups. The conversation focused on finding the balance between caution and confidence—especially when the prep work already supports the trade.

The ‘big ass fly’ strategy was refined further, emphasizing alignment with trend and the elimination of conflicting indicators. Late exits on winning trades were also reviewed, identifying hesitation as a recurring challenge when managing active positions.

A renewed focus was placed on avoiding low-volume setups by introducing a stricter volume filter. To support execution consistency, the team will now define A-, B-, and C-tier trades during pre-market prep, ensuring faster decision-making during live sessions. Ernie closed the meeting by reinforcing trust in the plan and reminding everyone that hesitation is often more costly than a loss taken on a well-executed setup.

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Daily Meeting for Friday March 21

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Prioritizing Precision Entries and Managing Sector Rotations

• Missed early opportunities in energy stocks, where the team hesitated despite confirmation of breakout setups.

• Refinements to the ‘big ass fly’ strategy, emphasizing tighter entry zones and faster profit-taking in high-volatility conditions.

• Increased focus on volume confirmation, requiring alignment with price action to validate trade entries more effectively.

• Discussion on dynamic stop-loss placement, adapting stops in real time based on volatility rather than fixed point systems.

• Shift in sector allocation, moving away from underperforming financials and targeting momentum plays in healthcare and tech.

• Commitment to avoiding overtrading, particularly during midday chop, reinforcing patience until clearer setups form.

Summary

the team analyzed missed opportunities in energy sector breakouts, emphasizing the need to act quickly when setups meet predefined criteria. Ernie stressed refining the ‘big ass fly’ strategy by focusing on tighter entry zones and speeding up profit-taking in high-volatility situations.

The session covered increasing the emphasis on volume confirmation, ensuring that price movement aligns with volume spikes before taking trades. Dynamic stop-loss placement was also discussed, with a shift away from static stops toward real-time adjustments based on current volatility.

Sector rotation analysis led to the decision to move capital away from underperforming financial stocks and focus more on healthcare and tech momentum plays. Ernie concluded by reinforcing discipline, encouraging the team to avoid overtrading during less active periods and only engage when setups offer clear potential.

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Sunday Retrospective for March 23

Posted on by Conor Browne

Tightening Execution and Reinforcing Sector Focus

• Consistent hesitation on early-session breakouts, particularly in the tech sector, resulting in missed entries despite clear signals.

• Refinement of stop-loss strategies, implementing ATR-based dynamic stops to better manage risk during increased volatility.

• Review of profit-taking discipline, with several trades closed prematurely, cutting short potential gains on confirmed trends.

• Shift in focus toward small-cap healthcare stocks, after mid-week data showed increased institutional buying and volume surges.

• Emphasis on avoiding overtrading during midday sessions, where choppy price action led to a lower win rate and increased risk exposure.

• Commitment to pre-market preparation, ensuring readiness for fast-moving opportunities and reducing hesitation at open.

Summary

the team reviewed execution across the previous week, focusing on consistent hesitation during early-session breakouts, particularly within tech names. Ernie stressed the importance of pre-market preparation and being ready to act decisively when trade signals align.

Refinements were made to the team’s stop-loss strategy, moving to ATR-based dynamic stops to better accommodate market volatility and reduce unnecessary stop-outs. There was also a review of profit-taking, with an acknowledgment that some trades were closed too early, sacrificing additional upside on solid trends.

The team shifted sector focus toward small-cap healthcare stocks, following data showing increased institutional participation and volume spikes. Ernie emphasized the need to avoid overtrading during midday chop and reinforced the value of maintaining patience until high-probability setups emerge.

The session concluded with a renewed commitment to structured pre-market routines, ensuring the team is ready to capitalize on key opportunities without hesitation.