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Daily Meeting for Thursday April 10

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Breaking the Chase Cycle and Recommitting to First-Strike Entries

• Missed clean breakout in financials early in the session, followed by multiple late chases into worse entries.

• Team reminded: “if it’s on the plan and it triggers—take it”, don’t wait for better candles or second signals.

• Chase trades reviewed, all resulting in negative R/R due to poor fills and shaky conviction.

• Reinforcement of entry discipline structure, using pre-market levels as a binary decision—trigger or no trigger.

• Midday overtrading addressed, especially trades taken out of frustration after the morning miss.

• Friday execution challenge locked in: no chases, no gray setups—only clean A-tier triggers taken immediately on signal.

Summary

the team reviewed a missed financials breakout that had been clearly mapped in pre-market prep. Despite price triggering cleanly, hesitation led to skipped entries—and several traders then chased the move late with worse fills and less confidence.

Ernie emphasized that these chases consistently lead to poor outcomes: low conviction, bad entries, and tight stops that don’t hold. He reinforced the importance of treating pre-planned levels as binary decisions: when price triggers—execute.

The team also discussed the emotional fallout from missed trades, particularly how it fuels overtrading during midday chop. These trades often lacked clear structure and were driven by frustration, not conviction.

To close, a Friday execution challenge was confirmed: all traders are expected to take the first clean A-tier setup without delay. No chases. No hesitation. Just trust the work and pull the trigger.

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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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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 Thursday March 13

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Tightening Trade Execution and Focusing on Reliable Setups

• Missed early entry on financial sector strength, with a discussion on improving speed in execution when key levels are hit.

• Refinement of ‘big ass fly’ strategy, narrowing the trade window to focus on early-session momentum instead of holding through midday chop.

• Review of premature exits, with trades closed before hitting targets due to overreliance on short-term pullbacks as exit signals.

• Shift in sector focus, deprioritizing energy after observed weakness and rotating into healthcare names showing consistent volume inflows.

• Implementation of stricter entry criteria, requiring alignment of trend, volume, and momentum indicators before execution.

• Reinforcement of managing trade emotions, particularly avoiding re-entry after being stopped out without a confirmed new setup.

Summary

the team reviewed execution speed issues, especially with missed early entries in financials despite price action confirming key levels. Ernie emphasized adapting the ‘big ass fly’ strategy to focus on capitalizing on early-session momentum rather than holding through less predictable midday price action.

The discussion also covered premature exits on several trades, with an overemphasis on short-term pullbacks leading to missed profits. The team agreed on shifting sector focus away from energy, which underperformed, and rotating attention to healthcare stocks showing strong volume.

To increase trade quality, stricter entry criteria were implemented, requiring full alignment between trend, volume, and momentum signals. Ernie concluded with a reminder about emotional management, discouraging reactive re-entries after stop-outs unless a fully validated setup presents itself.

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Sunday Retrospective for February 2

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Lessons from Volatile Trading and Execution Adjustments

• Review of Market Volatility Trends: Analysis of increased price swings and their impact on trade execution.

• Evaluation of the ‘big ass fly’ strategy: Insights on its effectiveness in high-volatility conditions and necessary refinements.

• Adjustments to Entry Timing: Identification of trades where hesitation led to missed opportunities, with strategies for improvement.

• Risk Management Review: Discussion on stop-loss placements that were either too tight or too wide, and how to adjust them.

• Sector-Specific Insights: Breakdown of key market movements in energy, financials, and tech, with takeaways for future trades.

• Goals for the Coming Week: Focus on better trade execution, risk adjustment, and improving discipline in following planned setups.

Summary

the team reflected on the challenges and successes encountered during a volatile trading week. Ernie led an evaluation of how market conditions affected trade outcomes and discussed adjustments to improve performance.

The effectiveness of the ‘big ass fly’ strategy was analyzed, highlighting necessary refinements to improve execution in rapidly moving markets. A key focus was on improving entry timing, as hesitation on several setups led to missed opportunities.

Risk management was reviewed, with a discussion on stop-loss placements that were either too restrictive or too wide. The session also included sector-specific insights, looking at key movements in energy, financials, and tech.

Goals for the coming week were set, emphasizing improved trade execution, more refined risk management, and stronger adherence to planned trade setups. Ernie concluded by reinforcing the importance of discipline and adaptability in navigating market fluctuations.

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Sunday Retrospective for January 19

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Insights and Adjustments for Strategic Execution

• Reflection on the week’s trading performance, highlighting areas of strength and improvement.

• Evaluation of the “big ass fly” strategy, focusing on its effectiveness during volatile market conditions.

• Analysis of trades impacted by geopolitical developments and the timing challenges they presented.

• Emphasis on refining entry and exit strategies through updated technical indicators.

• Review of missed opportunities due to delayed execution and strategies for enhancing speed and precision.

• Setting goals for the upcoming week, including disciplined execution, risk management adjustments, and sector-specific focus.

Summary

the team reflected on the past week’s trading activities, focusing on areas of strength and opportunities for improvement. Ernie led an evaluation of the “big ass fly” strategy, highlighting its effectiveness in managing volatility and identifying refinements for enhanced adaptability.

The team analyzed trades influenced by geopolitical developments, discussing the timing challenges they presented and proposing solutions to address them. Refining entry and exit strategies using updated technical indicators was emphasized as a key focus area.

Missed opportunities due to delayed execution were reviewed, with actionable strategies proposed to improve speed and precision in future trades. Goals for the upcoming week were set, prioritizing disciplined execution, enhanced risk management, and a sector-specific approach to align with market trends. Ernie concluded by encouraging the team to build on the week’s insights and maintain a focus on consistent improvement.

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Daily Meeting for Friday January 10

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Optimizing Strategies for End-of-Week Volatility

• Analysis of heightened volatility at the end of the week, focusing on its impact on trade outcomes.

• Refinements to the “big ass fly” strategy to leverage rapid sector movements and short-term opportunities.

• Emphasis on improving entry precision using advanced trend indicators for intraday trades.

• Discussion on risk management adjustments, including staggered stop-loss strategies for volatile sessions.

• Exploration of geopolitical developments influencing energy markets and their trading implications.

• Encouragement to maintain a balanced approach, focusing on quality setups over quantity to close the week strong.

Summary

the team focused on adapting strategies to handle the increased volatility typically seen at the end of the week. Ernie introduced refinements to the “big ass fly” strategy, designed to better capitalize on rapid sector movements and short-term trading opportunities.

Improving entry precision was emphasized, with advanced trend indicators highlighted as tools for optimizing intraday trade decisions. Risk management adjustments were discussed, particularly staggered stop-loss strategies to manage exposure during volatile sessions.

The team also explored geopolitical developments affecting energy markets and discussed how these trends could shape trading opportunities. Ernie concluded the session by encouraging a balanced approach, prioritizing high-quality setups and disciplined execution to close the week effectively.

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Sunday Retrospective for January 5

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Strategic Adaptations for the New Year

• Reflection on the first week of the year, focusing on adjustments to align with emerging market trends.

• Evaluation of the “big ass fly” strategy’s performance in sectors exhibiting post-holiday recovery.

• Analysis of trades impacted by delayed execution, with actionable strategies for better timing.

• Emphasis on refining risk management practices to accommodate increased volatility in early-year trading.

• Discussion on opportunities presented by macroeconomic data releases and geopolitical developments.

• Setting goals to improve technical indicator integration and enhance execution consistency for the coming week.

Summary

the team reflected on the first trading week of the year, highlighting the challenges and opportunities presented by emerging market trends. Ernie led an evaluation of the “big ass fly” strategy, focusing on its application in sectors recovering post-holiday.

Delayed execution in certain trades was reviewed, with strategies proposed to improve timing and capitalize on future opportunities. The session emphasized the importance of refining risk management practices, particularly to address the heightened volatility seen in early-year trading.

The team also discussed macroeconomic data releases and geopolitical developments that influenced recent market behavior, identifying areas to watch in the coming weeks. Goals were set to improve the integration of technical indicators and enhance execution consistency. Ernie concluded by encouraging the team to remain disciplined and adaptive as market conditions evolve.

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Daily Meeting for Friday January 3

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Strategic Realignment for Early-Year Market Activity

• Discussion on market behavior trends following the New Year break, emphasizing increased activity in specific sectors.

• Refinement of the “big ass fly” strategy to capitalize on early-year sector momentum and liquidity shifts.

• Review of missed opportunities in recent trades, with focus on execution timing improvements.

• Introduction of a new risk assessment model to adapt stop-loss strategies based on intraday volatility changes.

• Exploration of macroeconomic indicators likely to influence Q1 trading patterns.

• Encouragement to prioritize high-confidence setups while maintaining flexibility in execution as market trends emerge.

Summary

the team discussed adapting strategies to align with early-year market activity, characterized by shifts in liquidity and renewed sector momentum. Ernie led a refinement of the “big ass fly” strategy to ensure it captures opportunities emerging from these transitions.

Missed opportunities in recent trades were reviewed, with emphasis on identifying ways to improve execution timing. A new risk assessment model was introduced, focusing on dynamic adjustments to stop-loss settings based on intraday volatility patterns.

Macroeconomic indicators expected to shape Q1 trading were explored, offering insights into likely sector trends. Ernie concluded by encouraging the team to focus on high-confidence setups, maintaining flexibility and adaptability as early-year market trends continue to unfold.

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Sunday Retrospective for December 22

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Strategy Adjustments and Lessons from Volatile Trends

• Review of the week’s performance, focusing on adapting strategies to fluctuating market conditions.

• Evaluation of trades impacted by sudden reversals, with insights into improving reaction times.

• Refinements to the “big ass fly” strategy, emphasizing flexibility in volatile setups.

• Analysis of missed opportunities due to delayed entries and adjustments to improve timing.

• Discussion on sector-specific performance, highlighting energy and tech trends influenced by economic data.

• Setting goals for the upcoming week, focusing on refining entries, dynamic risk management, and discipline in trade execution.

Summary

the team reflected on the past week’s trading activities, marked by volatile trends and sudden reversals. Ernie led an evaluation of the “big ass fly” strategy, emphasizing its adaptability to volatile setups and the need for faster reaction times to capitalize on sudden market movements.

Trades affected by delayed entries were reviewed, identifying key areas for improvement in timing and execution. Sector-specific performance was analyzed, with energy and tech trends standing out as influenced by recent economic data, prompting discussions on leveraging these trends for future trades.

The team also refined risk management practices, focusing on dynamic adjustments to position sizing and stop-loss levels to better manage risk. Goals for the upcoming week were set, prioritizing improvements in entry precision, maintaining discipline, and refining execution strategies to handle volatility more effectively. Ernie concluded by emphasizing the importance of learning from the week’s challenges and building on those insights moving forward.