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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 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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Sunday Retrospective for March 16

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Improving Execution Speed and Trade Selection

• Consistent hesitation on confirmed entries caused missed opportunities, with a focus on reducing decision lag at execution.

• Review of profit targets being hit but not fully capitalized on, prompting a discussion on holding partial positions longer.

• Sector allocation adjustments, shifting focus toward tech mid-caps as energy stocks underperformed expectations.

• Highlight of strong early-session setups, reinforcing the need for pre-market readiness and immediate responsiveness.

• Adjustment of risk parameters, increasing position size on high-conviction trades while tightening stops on lower-quality setups.

• Emphasis on eliminating emotional re-entry trades, committing to only executing re-entries if technical setups are fully re-established.

Summary

the team focused on execution speed issues, particularly hesitation when entering trades despite meeting all confirmation criteria. Ernie stressed the need to reduce decision-making lag and build confidence in fast execution.

The team also reviewed missed profit potential where trades hit initial targets but failed to capitalize on further extension due to conservative exits. As a response, strategies were discussed to hold partial positions longer when setups remain strong.

Sector allocation was revisited, moving away from underperforming energy stocks in favor of mid-cap tech names showing promising momentum. Additionally, early-session setups were highlighted as particularly effective this week, reinforcing the importance of being prepped and ready to act right at the open.

Ernie led a discussion on adjusting risk parameters, advocating for increased size in high-conviction trades while minimizing risk on speculative setups. Finally, the team committed to eliminating emotional re-entry trades and maintaining strict discipline by only re-engaging if a clear technical setup re-forms.

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Sunday Retrospective for March 2

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Lessons from Market Volatility and Execution Adjustments

• Review of Market Volatility Trends: Analysis of how price swings affected trade execution and strategy performance.

• Assessment of the ‘big ass fly’ strategy: Discussion on its effectiveness during high-volatility sessions and necessary refinements.

• Identifying Missed Opportunities: Examination of delayed trade entries and methods for improving reaction time.

• Enhancing Risk Management Strategies: Adjustments to stop-loss techniques to mitigate losses while allowing trades room to develop.

• Sector Analysis for the Upcoming Week: Focus on emerging trends in tech and energy for potential trade setups.

• Setting Goals for the Week Ahead: Prioritizing precision in trade entries, improving risk management, and maintaining patience in execution.

Summary

the team analyzed how market volatility impacted recent trade setups and execution performance. Ernie led a review of the ‘big ass fly’ strategy, discussing its strengths and areas for refinement to adapt to high-volatility trading conditions.

Missed trade opportunities due to delayed entries were examined, with strategies proposed for improving reaction time. Risk management adjustments were also discussed, with a focus on optimizing stop-loss placement to minimize losses while keeping trades open long enough to develop.

Sector-specific analysis highlighted potential opportunities in tech and energy markets, with key trends identified for the upcoming week. The team set clear goals, emphasizing trade precision, disciplined risk management, and patience in execution. Ernie concluded the session by encouraging the team to apply the lessons learned and stay adaptable to market fluctuations.

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Daily Meeting for Wednesday February 26

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Adjusting Trade Strategies for Shifting Market Conditions

• Adapting to Midweek Market Fluctuations: Discussion on handling increased price swings and their effect on trade execution.

• Refining the ‘big ass fly’ strategy: Adjustments to improve adaptability to sudden reversals and sector rotations.

• Trade Entry Optimization: Emphasis on using confluence from multiple indicators to validate high-probability setups.

• Managing Risk with Dynamic Stop-Losses: Review of trades that were stopped out too early and adjustments for improved risk management.

• Sector-Specific Market Trends: Analysis of notable shifts in tech and financials, identifying potential opportunities.

• Reinforcing Trading Patience: Reminder to avoid forcing trades and wait for confirmation before execution.

Summary

the team reviewed challenges from midweek market fluctuations, focusing on how to adapt trade execution to sudden price swings. Ernie led a discussion on refining the ‘big ass fly’ strategy, with changes aimed at improving responsiveness to market reversals and sector-specific rotations.

A key focus was on optimizing trade entry strategies, emphasizing the importance of using multiple confirmation indicators to validate setups. The session also included a review of risk management, particularly on adjusting stop-loss placements to avoid premature exits while maintaining strong risk control.

Sector analysis highlighted notable trends in tech and financials, presenting new opportunities for upcoming trades. Ernie concluded the meeting by reinforcing the need for patience, urging traders to wait for fully confirmed setups and avoid taking unnecessary risks in uncertain market conditions.

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Daily Meeting for Wednesday February 19

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Refining Trade Execution for Increased Market Fluctuations

• Dealing with Inconsistent Market Swings: Discussion on strategies for handling unpredictable intraday price movements.

• Refinements to the ‘big ass fly’ strategy: Adjustments to improve trade timing and reduce exposure during volatile sessions.

• Optimizing Entry and Exit Points: Emphasis on using confluence between technical indicators to improve trade precision.

• Managing Position Sizing in Choppy Markets: Techniques for scaling in and out of trades to minimize risk while maximizing gains.

• Sector Watchlist Updates: Analysis of sectors showing emerging trends, with focus on energy and financials.

• Reinforcing Patience and Trade Discipline: Reminder to avoid overtrading during volatile periods and stick to high-probability setups.

Summary

the team discussed the challenges caused by inconsistent market swings and how they affected trade setups. Ernie led a conversation on refining the ‘big ass fly’ strategy, focusing on optimizing trade timing and managing exposure during heightened volatility.

The team explored techniques for improving entry and exit points by using confluence between multiple technical indicators to enhance precision. Managing position sizes in choppy markets was a key focus, with strategies for scaling into and out of trades to control risk.

Sector-specific analysis highlighted emerging opportunities in energy and financials, encouraging the team to monitor these trends closely. Ernie concluded by reinforcing the importance of patience and trade discipline, urging traders to avoid overtrading during volatile periods and focus on high-probability setups.

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Daily Meeting for Friday January 31

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Refining Entry Signals and Adapting to Fast Market Moves

• Market Gaps and Volatility: Discussion on how unexpected overnight gaps impacted trade setups and execution plans.

• Adjustments to the “big ass fly” strategy: Focus on refining execution in response to rapid intraday price movements.

• Stronger Confirmation for Entries: Emphasis on using multi-timeframe analysis to avoid premature trade entries.

• Managing Position Sizes in Fast Markets: New guidelines on reducing risk exposure when volatility spikes unexpectedly.

• Handling Extended Stop-Losses: Review of how to properly size stops to allow trades enough room to work while maintaining risk control.

• Avoiding Overreaction to Short-Term Moves: Encouragement to stick to planned setups rather than reacting impulsively to minor fluctuations.

Summary

the team focused on the impact of overnight market gaps and how they disrupted trade setups. Ernie led a discussion on refining the execution of the “big ass fly” strategy, particularly in dealing with rapid intraday movements and volatile price swings.

Stronger trade entry confirmation was emphasized, introducing a multi-timeframe approach to improve decision-making and avoid premature entries. Risk management was also a key focus, with new guidelines on reducing position sizes when unexpected volatility arises.

The session included a review of extended stop-loss strategies, ensuring that trades have enough room to develop while keeping risk in check. Lastly, the importance of avoiding emotional reactions to short-term price movements was reinforced, with Ernie reminding the team to stick to predefined setups and trade plans.

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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 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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Daily Meeting for Thursday December 26

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Adjusting Strategies for Post-Holiday Market Resurgence

• Discussion on transitioning strategies to align with post-holiday increases in trading volume.

• Refinements to the “big ass fly” strategy to capture opportunities in rebounding sectors.

• Analysis of key technical indicators signaling momentum shifts in financial and tech markets.

• Review of risk management techniques tailored for higher-than-expected intraday volatility.

• Exploration of entry and exit timing adjustments based on patterns observed in post-holiday trades.

• Reminder to stay disciplined, focusing on setups aligned with the team’s long-term strategic goals.

Summary

the team discussed the implications of increasing trading volume as markets began to recover from the holiday lull. Ernie emphasized refining the “big ass fly” strategy to optimize its performance in sectors showing post-holiday momentum, particularly in financial and tech markets.

Key technical indicators were analyzed to better identify emerging trends and momentum shifts. The team also reviewed risk management techniques, introducing adjustments to handle higher-than-expected intraday volatility while safeguarding capital.

Entry and exit timing were a focal point, with discussions on aligning trades more closely with patterns observed in recent market activity. Ernie concluded by reminding the team to remain disciplined and to focus on setups that are consistent with their long-term strategic goals, avoiding unnecessary risks in a transitioning market environment.