Welcome to season 4, episode 6 of the Stock Trading for Beginners Podcast!

When I first started trading, charts felt random and frustrating—until I learned the breakout backtest strategy. It transformed my portfolio, and now beginners in our group are spotting consistent setups in weeks. Building on last episode's "buy at support, sell at resistance" framework, here we discuss the precise entry points for low-risk trades in bullish stocks. Listen for a simple, patient approach that minimizes stress and maximizes wins.

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Key Topics:

Step 1: Spot Proven Winners and Build Your Watchlist

Focus on bullish stocks in uptrends for low-risk trades—nothing rises straight up, so capitalize on natural rhythms. Diversify with speculative trend-changers if your risk tolerance allows, but beginners should stick to strong performers. Use AI like Grok or ChatGPT to generate 30-50 bullish stock ideas (e.g., heading into 2026). Or grab our free list in the Skool group. Confirm uptrends on TradingView's weekly chart: Look for higher highs/lows (market structure) and Ichimoku Cloud (above lines with green future cloud = bullish). Example: Coinbase post-April 2025 shows bullish engulfing candles and volatility but upward trend; avoid pre-2025 bearish phases with lower highs/lows.

Step 2: Wait for the Pullback

Patience is key—don't chase breakouts or buy at resistance, a common beginner mistake leading to panic sells. Overextended stocks reverse sharply; recent October 2025 red days (5-20% drops) follow massive prior gains (50-100%). Identify resistance (prior highs, indicators) and let price come to you. Pullbacks are healthy for momentum—buyers step in at support, positioning you for the next leg up.

Step 3: Enter at Support Zones

When pullbacks hit support with confluence (multiple indicators aligning), that's your low-risk entry. Use Ichimoku Cloud, Fibonacci, Gann Squares, or flipped resistance. Don't fear red days—they're buying opportunities. In volatile markets like November 2025, enter cautiously to avoid deeper retracements. This yields high win rates, low stress, and high rewards as bullish stocks resume uptrends.

Takeaways

Don't chase—build a watchlist, confirm trends, wait for pullbacks, and enter at support for conviction and gains. This strategy boosted my portfolio this year and helps our community trade flexibly without constant monitoring. Start with a few stocks to build skills.

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Welcome to season 4, episode 5 of the Stock Trading for Beginners Podcast!

When I first started trading, I felt totally overwhelmed staring at price charts without knowing when to enter. Then I discovered a one-rule strategy that changed everything: only buy at support. After six months of trading real money, my portfolio jumped 144%, and I only spent minimal time scanning charts. In this episode, I break down this simple, stress-free approach that delivers real results—no fancy setups required. Listen to get the framework, then check out our free trading group for video lessons and examples.

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Key Topics:

Building a Watchlist of Bullish Stocks

I start by explaining how to spot bullish stocks without needing screeners or scanners. Use AI tools like Grok or ChatGPT to generate a list of 30-50 stocks in trending sectors (e.g., Palantir, Tesla, Amazon). Plug them into TradingView, check for higher highs and higher lows on the weekly timeframe, and use the Ichimoku Cloud for a quick bullish/bearish confirmation—above the cloud with a green future cloud means it's a keeper.

Learning from Past Mistakes with Market Structure

I share my own story with Tesla: It hit an all-time high around $414.50 in late 2021, then shifted to bearish lower highs and lows, dropping to $100 by January 2023. I held through massive unrealized losses because I ignored technicals and focused only on fundamentals. Fast-forward to now in late 2025, and Tesla's showing positive structure, building a base above that old $414.50 resistance—proving why bullish market structure keeps you on the winning side.

Identifying Support Zones for Safe Entries

Once you've confirmed a bullish trend, I dive into finding support zones where buyers step in and prices are likely to hold. Use historical price data (like old resistance turning into support), plus tools like the Ichimoku Cloud, Fibonacci retracements, and Gann squares. Don't fear pullbacks in bull markets—they're prime buying opportunities for better risk-reward. I emphasize accumulating shares here to keep things low-stress.

Taking Profits at Resistance (or Holding for Momentum)

Finally, I cover when to sell: at resistance zones identified the same way as support—historical levels and indicators. If you like trading in and out, lock in gains here to avoid mistakes. Personally, I prefer holding through volatility in bullish stocks to ride the momentum, but either way, never buy at resistance.

Takeaways

This boils down to one rule: only buy at support in bullish stocks—it's shockingly simple but tough with emotions in play. I've seen great results personally, and beginners in our group are up and running with positive gains in weeks. Trading doesn't have to be overwhelming; this strategy proves it.

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Welcome to season 4, episode 4 of the Stock Trading for Beginners Podcast!

If trading is so profitable, why doesn't everyone do it? In this episode we talk about the 7 invisible barriers that sabotage beginners—not the markets or smarts, but fixable issues like info overload and mindset traps. I share how to overcome them for stress-free trading.

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Key Topics:

1. Overwhelm from Information Overload I wasted months on day trading because endless online strategies led to analysis paralysis. The fix: Reflect on your schedule and eliminate mismatched approaches. Align with your lifestyle before diving deep—join a group or mentor for a fitting strategy.
2. Mindset Over Mechanics Charts matter, but emotions like greed, fear, anger, overconfidence, and poor discipline derail plans. I counter them with disciplined entries, journaling, breaks, rule adherence, and checklists. Master psychology to avoid quitting early.
3. Craving Quick Wins Over Steady Gains Social media flaunts overnight riches, but real success is patient compounding. I warn against chasing flashiness—if you need fast cash, you'll make bad decisions. Focus on long-term strategies where patience equals profits.
4. Clash with Daily Routines Day trading didn't fit my 9-5 and family life. I recommend swing or position trading for flexibility—no need to watch markets live. Choose strategies that match your commitments to avoid burnout.
5. Underestimating Skill-Building Time Mastery isn't just videos; it's hands-on practice charting stocks and spotting patterns. I emphasize deliberate grind—excitement fades, but discipline builds you as a trader. Commit to the work beyond initial hype.
6. Falling for Flashy Shortcuts Relying on others' picks keeps you dependent. I started with mentors but aimed for independence—learn to fish, build conviction. Avoid unease from copying; use communities to gain skills for solo trading.
7. Lacking a Good Community Trading alone breeds doubt and early quits. I stress joining accountability groups focused on the same strategy for support, shared charts, and habits. It's key to persistence.

Takeaways

These barriers are fixable with mindset shifts, lifestyle-aligned strategies, and community support. Trading becomes simple once tackled.

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