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Daily Meeting for Tuesday April 15

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Executing Without Lag and Closing the Confidence Gap

• Skipped early clean trigger in energy, despite pre-market plan being aligned and level hitting perfectly.

• Team discussed waiting for ‘perfect price action’, which led to missed entries as the move accelerated.

• Ernie emphasized conviction comes from the prep, not the live candle shape—it’s either a setup or it isn’t.

• Reminder to use starter size to overcome hesitation, allowing flexibility while still participating.

• Overtrading after the miss surfaced again, with multiple C-tier setups taken midday in an attempt to “catch up.”

• Tomorrow’s focus: full trust in the first A-tier trigger—execute without edits, then manage with clarity.

Summary

the team reviewed a missed energy sector breakout that had been clearly prepped and triggered early—but wasn’t taken. Traders cited concerns about the “look” of the price action, despite it meeting every technical requirement laid out that morning.

Ernie addressed the confidence gap directly: if the plan is built correctly, the live execution doesn’t need to feel perfect—it needs to happen. The team re-committed to the use of starter size on first-touch triggers to get positioned without hesitation and manage from there.

Post-miss behavior was also reviewed. After skipping the clean setup, several traders overcompensated with unnecessary midday trades, none of which had the quality or R:R of the missed A-tier opportunity.

To reset, tomorrow’s focus is simple: trust the prep. When the first A-tier setup triggers, it must be taken without edits. Execute, manage, learn. But don’t delay.

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Daily Meeting for Thursday April 3

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Clearing Execution Hesitation and Trusting Pre-Planned Levels

• Missed high-conviction setup in energy, despite price hitting the exact pre-marked level with volume confirmation.

• Reinforced first-touch entry principle, removing need for re-validation when plan and live action align.

• Discussion on fear of being wrong, with hesitation tied more to emotion than data or price structure.

• Refined scaling strategy, focusing on committing to initial size and layering in only when trend extends.

• Reminder that clean setups are rare, and over-skipping them leads to chasing lesser-quality trades later.

• Friday challenge issued: team must take the first clean setup without delay and review results during end-of-week debrief.

Summary

the team analyzed another missed A-tier opportunity—this time in the energy sector. The trade hit the pre-marked level with volume confirmation, but hesitation caused it to be skipped. Ernie emphasized that when plan and price align, execution must be immediate—there’s no need to wait for a second confirmation.

The discussion turned to the psychological barrier behind this delay: fear of being wrong. Ernie reminded the team that this fear often shows up when risk isn’t clearly defined or when traders forget that execution is part of a long-term process—not about getting every single trade right.

A refinement was made to the team’s scaling strategy: rather than entering partial size and waiting for more confirmation, traders should commit to size when the setup is clean and scale only if the trend begins to extend. The session wrapped with a reminder that clean setups are rare, and skipping them often leads to chasing worse setups later.

To close, a Friday challenge was issued: every trader must take the first clean setup they see tomorrow—no hesitation—and come prepared to review the results at the weekly debrief.

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Daily Meeting for Thursday March 20

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Enhancing Reaction Speed and Sector Allocation Strategies

• Delayed entry on tech sector breakout trades, highlighting the need for quicker reaction at key price levels.

• Adjustment to the ‘big ass fly’ strategy, focusing on early exits during mid-morning reversals to protect profits.

• Refinement of watchlist selection, adding small-cap healthcare stocks that displayed unexpected pre-market volume surges.

• Review of stop placement tactics, shifting toward a more dynamic approach based on real-time support levels instead of fixed percentages.

• Discussion on overtrading during midday consolidation periods, reinforcing discipline and patience to avoid low-quality setups.

• Implementation of pre-market execution drills, designed to improve readiness and reduce hesitation on validated trade signals.

Summary

the team evaluated the missed early opportunities on tech sector breakouts due to delayed entries at critical price levels. Ernie emphasized the importance of increasing reaction speed and executing pre-planned setups without hesitation.

The ‘big ass fly’ strategy was reviewed, with a new focus on taking profits earlier, particularly when mid-morning reversals threaten open gains. The watchlist was updated to include small-cap healthcare stocks showing strong pre-market activity, expanding sector focus beyond tech and financials.

Stop placement techniques were discussed, shifting from fixed-percentage stops to dynamic levels based on live support zones. The team also addressed issues with overtrading during midday sessions, reinforcing the importance of patience and focusing only on high-probability opportunities.

To close the session, Ernie introduced pre-market execution drills aimed at sharpening the team’s readiness and ensuring more decisive action when trade criteria are met.

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Daily Meeting for Monday March 17

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Executing on High-Probability Setups and Sector Rotation Adjustments

• Delayed reaction to early tech sector breakouts, with action steps discussed to improve readiness and execution speed off the open.

• Refinement of the ‘big ass fly’ strategy, shortening the holding window to take advantage of quicker momentum reversals in financials.

• Implementation of stricter trade entry criteria, requiring higher confluence between moving averages, volume spikes, and price structure.

• Review of overtrading tendencies, especially during midday sessions when market conditions became choppy and setups less reliable.

• Adjustment in stop placement strategy, focusing on dynamic stops based on ATR (Average True Range) rather than static points.

• Sector rotation focus shifted to healthcare, after observing weakness in previously favored energy names.

Summary

the team analyzed execution delays on early-session tech breakouts. Ernie emphasized the need for faster reactions and maintaining readiness at the open to capitalize on high-momentum setups.

Refinements to the ‘big ass fly’ strategy were discussed, specifically reducing the holding window to better align with quicker reversals, especially in financials. The team agreed on implementing stricter trade entry filters—demanding clearer alignment between moving averages, volume confirmation, and structural support/resistance zones before executing.

A key point addressed was the tendency to overtrade during low-probability midday conditions, with a reminder to step back when the market lacks clear direction. Stop placement strategies were also adjusted, moving to dynamic, ATR-based stops to better reflect volatility rather than relying on static levels.

Finally, sector rotation analysis identified healthcare stocks as new focus areas, while energy plays were deprioritized due to consistent underperformance.

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Daily Meeting for Monday March 10

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Sharpening Trade Entry Execution and Sector Focus

• Missed early entries in the energy sector due to hesitation at key breakout points, with strategies discussed for improving response time.

• Adjustment to pre-market watchlist, adding mid-cap tech stocks that showed unexpected volume spikes after the open.

• Refinement of the ‘big ass fly’ strategy, specifically adapting to slower momentum in financials during late-morning sessions.

• Stop-loss tightening strategy reviewed after several trades triggered stop-outs too early in thinly traded setups.

• Increased focus on volume profile analysis to identify valid support/resistance zones and avoid fake breakout attempts.

• Reinforcement of execution speed drills, ensuring readiness for sharp moves immediately after news-driven catalysts.

Summary

the team focused on execution timing and sector prioritization after identifying missed early trade opportunities in the energy sector. Ernie highlighted the need to improve reaction time at breakout points and suggested refining pre-market watchlists to include mid-cap tech names showing strong volume signals.

The session also addressed refinements to the ‘big ass fly’ strategy, particularly adapting to slower momentum observed in the financial sector during the late morning. Several trades were stopped out prematurely, leading to a review of stop-loss placement, emphasizing the need for tighter strategies in thinner markets.

Ernie introduced an increased focus on volume profile analysis to improve the accuracy of support and resistance levels, reducing the risk of entering false breakouts. The meeting concluded with a plan to implement execution speed drills aimed at preparing the team for rapid market moves, especially in response to news-driven catalysts.

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Sunday Retrospective for March 9

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Precision Timing and Decision-Making Review

• Review of delayed reaction times that led to missed entry opportunities, with an emphasis on reducing hesitation at key decision points.

• Analysis of exit strategies, focusing on instances where trades were closed too early, cutting potential profit short.

• Refinement of post-entry management, highlighting better adjustment techniques for scaling out of trades without compromising position strength.

• Discussion of emotional control lapses, where frustration following early losses influenced subsequent trade decisions.

• Sector focus shift, with recognition that attention was overly concentrated on lagging sectors, missing emerging momentum in small-cap tech stocks.

• Setting a new weekly goal to increase focus on pre-market preparation, ensuring readiness for fast-moving setups immediately after the open.

Summary

the team conducted a focused analysis of trade execution, specifically looking at delayed entries and premature exits that undermined performance. Ernie emphasized the importance of swift decision-making when setups align and recommended drills to reduce hesitation at critical points.

A significant portion of the discussion centered around refining post-entry management, particularly scaling out of positions while maintaining trade strength. The team also addressed emotional control, identifying how frustration from earlier trades led to reactionary decisions that deviated from structured plans.

Attention was brought to a sector focus imbalance—trades were concentrated on lagging sectors while better opportunities in small-cap tech were overlooked. To address this, the team set a goal for the upcoming week: enhance pre-market preparation to be ready for fast-moving setups right from the open.

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Daily Meeting Thursday March 6

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Trade Execution and Risk Control for Market Uncertainty

• Navigating Unstable Market Conditions: Discussion on how shifting sentiment affected trade setups and execution.

• Refinements to the ‘big ass fly’ strategy: Adjustments to improve trade timing and adaptability in volatile sessions.

• Enhancing Entry and Exit Strategies: Emphasis on using technical indicators and trend confirmations to optimize trade decisions.

• Dynamic Stop-Loss Adjustments: Review of premature trade exits and strategies for maintaining risk control without limiting trade potential.

• Sector Performance Review: Analysis of market trends in financials and tech, highlighting potential trade opportunities.

• Maintaining a Disciplined Approach: Encouragement to avoid overtrading and focus on high-probability setups despite market uncertainty.

Summary

the team discussed how shifting market sentiment created challenges in trade execution and risk management. Ernie led a review of necessary refinements to the ‘big ass fly’ strategy, focusing on improving timing and adaptability to handle increased volatility.

A key focus was placed on enhancing entry and exit strategies, ensuring trades were backed by strong technical confirmation and trend alignment. Risk management strategies were revisited, with an emphasis on adjusting stop-loss levels dynamically to prevent premature exits while still controlling exposure.

Sector-specific analysis highlighted trends in financials and tech, with potential trade setups identified for upcoming sessions. Ernie concluded the meeting by reinforcing the importance of maintaining discipline, urging traders to focus on high-probability setups and avoid overtrading during uncertain market conditions.

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Daily Meeting for Tuesday March 4

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Optimizing Trade Execution and Managing Risk in a Volatile Market

• Market Reaction to Key Economic Events: Analysis of how economic data releases impacted price action and trade setups.

• Refinements to the ‘big ass fly’ strategy: Adjustments to improve trade entries and exits amid rapid market fluctuations.

• Fine-Tuning Entry Confirmations: Discussion on using confluence of technical indicators to strengthen trade validation.

• Dynamic Risk Management Strategies: Adjustments to stop-loss placements and position sizing to adapt to increased volatility.

• Sector Performance Analysis: Identification of strong trends in financials and tech, with a focus on upcoming opportunities.

• Reinforcing Trade Patience and Discipline: Reminder to avoid emotional trading and wait for confirmed setups before execution.

Summary

the team discussed the market’s reaction to key economic events and how it influenced trade setups. Ernie led a review of refinements to the ‘big ass fly’ strategy, focusing on improving trade execution amid rapid price movements.

The importance of fine-tuning entry confirmations was emphasized, with a strategy centered around using multiple technical indicators to validate trades. Risk management was also addressed, with dynamic adjustments to stop-loss placements and position sizing introduced to better navigate volatility.

Sector analysis highlighted strong trends in financials and tech, identifying potential opportunities for upcoming trades. Ernie concluded by reinforcing the importance of patience and discipline, urging traders to avoid emotional decision-making and focus on executing only well-confirmed setups.

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Daily Meeting for Thursday February 13

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Adjusting Trade Execution for Shifting Market Conditions

• Navigating Early Market Uncertainty: Discussion on price fluctuations at open and how to better time entries.

• Refinement of the ‘big ass fly’ strategy: Adjustments to improve responsiveness to sudden momentum changes.

• Recognizing False Breakouts: Review of trades that failed due to weak follow-through and how to avoid similar setups.

• Adjusting Stop-Loss Strategy: Introduction of a dynamic stop approach to reduce risk while allowing room for trades to develop.

• Sector Rotation Analysis: Identifying capital flow into defensive sectors and potential trade opportunities.

• Maintaining Trade Discipline: Emphasis on avoiding revenge trades after a missed opportunity or early stop-out.

Summary

the team analyzed market fluctuations at open, discussing strategies to improve timing for better execution. Ernie provided refinements to the ‘big ass fly’ strategy, particularly to enhance its adaptability to sudden shifts in momentum.

A major focus was on recognizing false breakouts, with a review of trades that failed due to weak follow-through. Adjustments to the stop-loss strategy were introduced, including a dynamic stop approach that helps minimize risk while keeping trades open long enough to develop.

Sector rotation was also a key topic, as the team identified a shift of capital into defensive sectors, presenting potential trading opportunities. Ernie concluded by reinforcing the importance of maintaining discipline, particularly in avoiding revenge trades after missing a setup or being stopped out early.

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Daily Meeting for Wednesday February 12

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Managing Unpredictable Market Moves

• Impact of Market Choppiness: Discussion on dealing with inconsistent price action and adjusting trade expectations accordingly.

• Refining the ‘big ass fly’ strategy: Adjustments to account for unpredictable momentum shifts and sideways market conditions.

• Strengthening Entry Confirmation: Emphasis on using multiple confluence factors to validate trade setups before execution.

• Risk Management Adjustments: Review of stop-loss strategies to avoid unnecessary early exits while maintaining controlled exposure.

• Sector Analysis and Emerging Trends: Identifying key movements in financials and tech, with insights into potential setups.

• Maintaining a Disciplined Approach: Reinforcement of structured trading habits and the importance of avoiding reactionary trades.

Summary

the team discussed the challenges posed by choppy market conditions, which created inconsistencies in trade execution. Ernie emphasized necessary refinements to the ‘big ass fly’ strategy to better handle unpredictable momentum shifts and adapt to sideways price action.

The importance of strengthening entry confirmation was highlighted, with a focus on using multiple confluence factors before executing trades. Risk management strategies were also reviewed, particularly adjustments to stop-loss placements to prevent premature exits without increasing exposure unnecessarily.

The session included a sector analysis, with discussions on emerging trends in financials and tech, identifying potential trading opportunities. Ernie concluded by reinforcing the need for structured and disciplined trading habits, reminding the team to avoid reactionary trades and stay focused on well-defined setups.