Stock Trading for Beginners

Tyler Stokes

Welcome to "Stock Trading for Beginners," hosted by Tyler Stokes of StokesTrades.com. This podcast is a real-time chronicle of my journey in stock trading, focusing on a low-stress, momentum-based strategy that fits busy schedules. As I share my experiences, from a 144% portfolio gain in 6 months, to lessons learned over two years, I invite you to learn alongside me, exploring the triumphs and challenges of becoming a proficient trader.

In "Stock Trading for Beginners," you’ll get an authentic, behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to succeed in stock trading. Each episode breaks down complex concepts into beginner-friendly lessons, emphasizing practical strategies that don’t require hours of daily market monitoring. From choosing a strategy that suits your lifestyle to mastering risk management and market dynamics, this podcast covers it all.

What sets this podcast apart is its focus on real-world trading experience tailored for beginners. As a seasoned affiliate marketer and entrepreneur, I approach stock trading with a fresh perspective, offering honest reflections and actionable insights. Whether I’m sharing my momentum trading strategy, discussing patience in market cycles, or reviewing tools and resources, I bring you along for every step of the journey.

Listeners can expect:

Practical insights into starting and succeeding in stock trading with a focus on momentum strategies.
Honest reviews of tools, resources, and trading techniques.
A step-by-step guide to building a sustainable trading foundation.
An engaging narrative of my personal trading journey, including successes, challenges, and lessons learned.

"Stock Trading for Beginners" is more than just a podcast—it’s a community for aspiring traders to learn, grow, and succeed together. Join me as I share the strategies and mindset that have driven my success, and let’s embark on this educational adventure together.

Subscribe now and join our free Skool community at Skool.com/trading to start trading smarter!

Play

Open in

25 episodes
weekly
Avg 14 min
English

Episodes 25

Newest Oldest Longest

All20 Unplayed20 In progress0 Played0

Counted on this page — what you have heard stays on this device, so it is not something the list can be paged by.

S5 · E9
Monday · 8 min
The Entry Is Only the Beginning: Inside Momentum Trading Alliance
Momentum Trading Alliance is now open. If you’d like to build a more structured swing and momentum trading process, book a strategy call here: 👉 https://calendly.com/tylerstokes-com/strategy-call A good entry matters, but getting into the trade is only the beginning. Once you own the position, the chart keeps developing, and you still need a process for deciding what comes next. In this episode, we look at the decisions that happen after the entry and how having a structured plan can make trade management clearer. We cover: Why buying near support instead of chasing resistance can improve the starting point of a trade How your Trading Avatar helps define the type of trade you're taking The four decisions that come after an entry: Hold, Add, Reduce, Exit Why position size, timeframe, and invalidation should be planned before emotions take over Common execution traps that can pull you away from your original plan Why hindsight makes trading education look easier than real-time decision-making How the new Momentum Trading Lab will help us practice decisions while charts are still developing I also explain more about Momentum Trading Alliance (MTA), why I created the mentorship, and who it may be a good fit for. MTA is designed for traders who want a more structured swing and momentum trading process—not an alert service telling you what stock to buy. The goal is to help you build a process you can eventually apply independently. Momentum Trading Alliance Applications Are Open Applications are currently open for the next MTA cohort. If you'd like to see whether the mentorship could be a good fit for where you are with your trading, you can book a strategy call using the link below. 👉 Book a Strategy Call: https://calendly.com/tylerstokes-com/strategy-call We'll talk about where you are right now, what you're struggling with, what you'd like to improve, and whether MTA makes sense for you. Key Takeaway The entry gets you into the trade. The process tells you what to do next. A complete trading plan goes beyond finding a good entry. It also helps you decide when to hold, add, reduce, or exit as the chart develops. Send me some feedback! Momentum Trading Alliance is now open. If you’d like to build a more structured swing and momentum trading process, book a strategy call here: 👉 https://calendly.com/tylerstokes-com/strategy-call Join Our Free Community on Skool: https://www.skool.com/trading
S5 · E8
September 8 · 12 min
A Winning Trade Can Still Be a Bad Trade
Momentum Trading Alliance is now open. If you’d like to build a more structured swing and momentum trading process, book a strategy call here: 👉 https://calendly.com/tylerstokes-com/strategy-call Making money on a trade doesn’t automatically mean you made a good decision. And losing money doesn’t automatically mean you made a bad one. Trading is based on probabilities, which means a strong setup can fail and a poor decision can still get rewarded. In this episode, we look at why it’s important to separate process from outcome when reviewing your trades. 📈 Join the FREE Stock Trading for Beginners Community Inside the community you'll find: A complete beginner-friendly trading course Weekly live Q&A calls Lessons on market structure, support and resistance, confluence, Trading Avatars, execution, and more 👉 https://skool.com/trading We cover: The four combinations of good/bad process and good/bad outcomes Why profitable trades can sometimes reinforce dangerous habits How a losing trade can still be an example of excellent execution Why chasing resistance, oversizing, or ignoring invalidation isn't justified just because the trade worked How your Trading Avatar helps define what good execution actually looks like Why luck and skill can look very similar over a small number of trades A simple framework for reviewing your trades without letting hindsight take over One of the most useful questions to ask after a trade is: Would I repeat this process under the same conditions, without knowing what happened next? The goal isn't to stop caring about results. Results matter. But one profitable or losing trade shouldn't be the full judgment of the decision. Over time, the objective is to build a process that deserves to be repeated. Key Takeaway A winning trade can still be a bad trade, and a losing trade can still be a good trade. Review both the outcome and the quality of your execution. Over a large enough sample of trades, improving the decisions you can control is what matters most. Send me some feedback! Momentum Trading Alliance is now open. If you’d like to build a more structured swing and momentum trading process, book a strategy call here: 👉 https://calendly.com/tylerstokes-com/strategy-call Join Our Free Community on Skool: https://www.skool.com/trading
S5 · E7
August 24 · 12 min
Why High Conviction Can Be Dangerous
Momentum Trading Alliance is now open. If you’d like to build a more structured swing and momentum trading process, book a strategy call here: 👉 https://calendly.com/tylerstokes-com/strategy-call Conviction is an important part of trading. It helps you take action, stay patient during normal volatility, and stick with a valid thesis when the chart is behaving as expected. But conviction becomes dangerous when it starts replacing your rules. 📈 Join the FREE Stock Trading for Beginners Community Inside the community you'll find: A complete beginner-friendly trading course Weekly live Q&A sessions Lessons on market structure, support and resistance, confluence, Trading Avatars, and execution 👉 https://skool.com/trading In this episode, we explore the difference between healthy conviction and certainty, why high conviction often leads traders to oversize positions, chase poor entries, ignore invalidation, and become emotionally attached to a trade. You'll learn how to stay confident in your analysis while still respecting risk management and allowing the chart—not your emotions—to guide your decisions. In this episode, we cover: Why conviction is not the same as certainty How conviction can distort position sizing Why a great company can still be a poor trade at the wrong price How conviction influences Trading Avatar behaviors The danger of confirmation bias Why traders often move their invalidation after entering Looking at portfolio risk instead of individual positions Building conviction from evidence instead of emotion A practical high-conviction checklist to review before increasing a position The goal isn't to trade with less confidence. It's to build disciplined confidence—confidence that's supported by market structure, support and resistance, confluence, and clear risk management. Key Takeaway High conviction should support your process—not replace it. A strong thesis can justify taking a trade. It should never justify: Ignoring support and resistance Oversizing a position Moving your invalidation Averaging down emotionally Holding simply because you believe the story Remember: Your Trading Avatar gives you the plan. Your execution determines whether you actually follow it. Send me some feedback! Momentum Trading Alliance is now open. If you’d like to build a more structured swing and momentum trading process, book a strategy call here: 👉 https://calendly.com/tylerstokes-com/strategy-call Join Our Free Community on Skool: https://www.skool.com/trading
S5 · E6
August 17 · 17 min
Build Your Trading Rules Before You Buy
Momentum Trading Alliance is now open. If you’d like to build a more structured swing and momentum trading process, book a strategy call here: 👉 https://calendly.com/tylerstokes-com/strategy-call Most traders think the hard decisions happen after they enter a trade. But in reality, the quality of those decisions is usually determined before they ever press the buy button. In this episode, we explore why clear trading rules are one of the most overlooked parts of successful trading—and how defining your plan before entering can help you avoid emotional decision-making later. You'll learn how to build rules that match your Trading Avatar, define your controlling timeframe, manage positions consistently, and evaluate your execution without letting profits and losses distort your thinking. In this episode, we cover: Why most trading rules are too vague How your Trading Avatar shapes every trading decision Choosing the correct controlling timeframe What should be true before you buy Planning how you'll hold, add, reduce, or exit Why you shouldn't rewrite your rules mid-trade Separating process from outcome How to build a simple, repeatable trading plan The goal isn't to predict every move. It's to create a process that's clear enough to follow—even when emotions are trying to pull you away from it. 📈 Join the FREE Stock Trading for Beginners Community Inside the community you'll find: A complete beginner-friendly trading course Weekly live Q&A sessions Lessons on market structure, support and resistance, confluence, Trading Avatars, and execution 👉 https://skool.com/trading Key Takeaway The best time to make important trading decisions is before you're emotionally invested in the trade. Define your: Trading Avatar Controlling timeframe Entry requirements Position size Rules for adding Profit-taking plan Invalidation level Then let your plan guide your execution—not your emotions. Your Trading Avatar gives you the plan. Your execution determines whether you actually follow it. Send me some feedback! Momentum Trading Alliance is now open. If you’d like to build a more structured swing and momentum trading process, book a strategy call here: 👉 https://calendly.com/tylerstokes-com/strategy-call Join Our Free Community on Skool: https://www.skool.com/trading
S5 · E5
August 10 · 15 min
The Hidden Cost of Going All In Too Early
Momentum Trading Alliance is now open. If you’d like to build a more structured swing and momentum trading process, book a strategy call here: 👉 https://calendly.com/tylerstokes-com/strategy-call Many traders spend a lot of time looking for the perfect entry. But one decision that can quietly make every later decision more difficult is going all in too early. In this episode, we explore why committing your full intended position on the first entry can increase emotional pressure, reduce flexibility, and make it harder to follow your trading plan. You'll learn why a controlled starter position can help you stay objective, preserve capital, and give the chart time to develop before committing more. In this episode, we cover: Why traders feel the need to go all in How position size changes your emotions Why oversized positions lead to poor execution The hidden cost of losing flexibility How going all in can trigger common execution mistakes Why your first entry doesn't need to be perfect The opportunity cost of tying up too much capital A simple framework for choosing a better starter position The goal isn't to avoid conviction. It's to size your position in a way that allows you to follow your plan, even when the market becomes uncertain. 📈 Join the FREE Stock Trading for Beginners Community Inside the community you'll find: A complete beginner-friendly trading course Weekly live Q&A sessions Lessons on market structure, support and resistance, confluence, Trading Avatars, and execution 👉 https://skool.com/trading Key Takeaway Your first entry should create opportunity, not pressure. A controlled starter position gives you room to: Stay objective during normal volatility Add only if your plan allows Preserve capital for future opportunities Make decisions based on the chart instead of your emotions Remember: Your Trading Avatar gives you the plan. Your execution determines whether you actually follow it. Send me some feedback! Momentum Trading Alliance is now open. If you’d like to build a more structured swing and momentum trading process, book a strategy call here: 👉 https://calendly.com/tylerstokes-com/strategy-call Join Our Free Community on Skool: https://www.skool.com/trading
S5 · E4
July 27 · 8 min
Watching Trading Videos Is Not Enough
Momentum Trading Alliance is now open. If you’d like to build a more structured swing and momentum trading process, book a strategy call here: 👉 https://calendly.com/tylerstokes-com/strategy-call In this episode, I talk about why trading can feel clear when you are watching lessons, but much harder when you open your own charts. That is normal. Watching someone label structure, mark support and resistance, or explain BOS and CHOCH is very different from doing it yourself. The fastest way to improve is to start getting reps: mark up charts make mistakes paper trade notice your emotions ask better questions get feedback Join the free Skool group and post one chart you are currently working on: Skool.com/trading Send me some feedback! Momentum Trading Alliance is now open. If you’d like to build a more structured swing and momentum trading process, book a strategy call here: 👉 https://calendly.com/tylerstokes-com/strategy-call Join Our Free Community on Skool: https://www.skool.com/trading
S5 · E3
July 20 · 21 min
How to Know When Your Trading Thesis Has Actually Changed
Momentum Trading Alliance is now open. If you’d like to build a more structured swing and momentum trading process, book a strategy call here: 👉 https://calendly.com/tylerstokes-com/strategy-call One of the hardest questions every trader faces is: "Has my trading thesis actually changed?" A stock pulls back after you buy... Is it just normal volatility? Or is it a sign that the trade is no longer valid? In this episode, we build a practical framework for answering that question objectively. You'll learn how to separate chart-based evidence from emotion so you can make better decisions about when to hold, add, reduce, or exit a position. Join the Free Trading Community Join our free trading community (full course + weekly live Q&A): 👉 https://skool.com/trading Inside the community you’ll find the full Momentum Trading Strategy course, plus weekly live Q&A sessions. What You'll Learn: What a Trading Thesis Actually Is Learn why every trade should begin with a clearly defined thesis—and why knowing what would invalidate it is just as important as knowing why you entered. Why Your Trading Avatar Matters Discover why different Trading Avatars manage the exact same chart differently, and why your controlling timeframe should determine your decisions. The Strongest Signs of Invalidation We cover the key pieces of evidence that may signal your thesis has genuinely changed, including: Meaningful support failures Changes in market structure Failed breakouts and backtests Broader market and sector weakness Normal Volatility vs a Broken Trade Not every pullback means it's time to sell. Learn how to distinguish normal market movement from genuine invalidation so you don't exit healthy trades too early. A Practical Thesis Review Checklist A simple process you can use whenever a trade becomes uncomfortable to help you stay focused on the chart—not your emotions. Free Trading Avatar Execution Checklist If you'd like a copy of the Trading Avatar Execution Checklist, join our free Skool community using the link above and send me a message with the word EXECUTION. I'll send it over. Key Takeaway Your profit and loss tell you how the position is performing. The chart tells you whether the reason for owning it still exists. Your Trading Avatar gives you the plan. Your execution determines whether you actually follow it. If you enjoyed this episode, I'd really appreciate it if you subscribed and left a review. It helps more beginner traders discover the podcast and supports the show. Thanks for listening, and I'll see you in the next episode. Send me some feedback! Momentum Trading Alliance is now open. If you’d like to build a more structured swing and momentum trading process, book a strategy call here: 👉 https://calendly.com/tylerstokes-com/strategy-call Join Our Free Community on Skool: https://www.skool.com/trading
S5 · E2
July 13 · 19 min
Your First Entry Is Not the Entire Trade
Momentum Trading Alliance is now open. If you’d like to build a more structured swing and momentum trading process, book a strategy call here: 👉 https://calendly.com/tylerstokes-com/strategy-call Most traders put a huge amount of pressure on their first entry. They feel like they need to buy the exact bottom, and if the stock pulls back after they buy, they assume they made a mistake. But what if your first entry is simply the beginning of the trade? In this episode, we explore why successful trade management doesn't end when you click the buy button. We discuss how to think about your first entry, when it makes sense to hold, add, reduce, or exit, and why managing a position often matters just as much as finding the original setup. Join the Free Trading Community Join our free trading community (full course + weekly live Q&A): 👉 https://skool.com/trading Inside the community you’ll find the full Momentum Trading Strategy course, plus weekly live Q&A sessions. What You'll Learn: Why Your First Entry Doesn't Need to Be Perfect Learn why trying to predict the exact bottom often creates unnecessary pressure—and why it's better to think of your first entry as the start of a position management process. Planned Scaling vs Emotional Averaging Down Discover the difference between adding because your trading plan tells you to... and adding simply because the position is red. The Four Decisions Every Trader Faces After entering a trade, you always have four choices: Hold Add Reduce Exit Learn when each one makes sense based on your Trading Avatar and the current chart. Why Position Size Matters See how starting with a controlled position can reduce emotional decision-making and give you more flexibility as the trade develops. A Simple Framework for Managing Every Trade A practical five-step process you can use after entering a position to help you make decisions based on your plan—not your emotions. Free Trading Avatar Execution Checklist If you'd like a copy of the Trading Avatar Execution Checklist, join our free Skool community using the link above and send me a message with the word EXECUTION. I'll send it over. Key Takeaway Your first entry is not the entire trade. It's simply the beginning of the position. The chart will continue to develop—and your job is to respond to it with a plan, not with emotion. Your Trading Avatar gives you the plan. Your execution determines whether you actually follow it. If you enjoyed this episode, I'd really appreciate it if you subscribed and left a review. It helps more beginner traders discover the podcast and supports the show. Thanks for listening, and I'll see you in the next episode. Send me some feedback! Momentum Trading Alliance is now open. If you’d like to build a more structured swing and momentum trading process, book a strategy call here: 👉 https://calendly.com/tylerstokes-com/strategy-call Join Our Free Community on Skool: https://www.skool.com/trading
S5 · E1
July 7 · 28 min
Why You Keep Selling Your Best Stocks Too Early
Momentum Trading Alliance is now open. If you’d like to build a more structured swing and momentum trading process, book a strategy call here: 👉 https://calendly.com/tylerstokes-com/strategy-call In this episode, we continue our Trading Avatar series by looking at one of the most common execution mistakes traders make: Selling their winners too early. Taking profits isn't automatically the wrong decision. In fact, depending on your strategy and Trading Avatar, it may be exactly the right thing to do. The problem is when you sell because you're afraid of giving back unrealized gains, not because your chart or trading plan tells you it's time. In this episode, we explore why profitable trades can be just as emotional as losing ones, how different Trading Avatars should manage winning positions, and how to decide whether to take profits, take partial profits, or simply let the trend continue. Join the Free Trading Community Join our free trading community (full course + weekly live Q&A): 👉 https://skool.com/trading Inside the community you’ll find the full Momentum Trading Strategy course, plus weekly live Q&A sessions. What You'll Learn: Why Green Trades Can Feel So Emotional Making money often creates a different kind of pressure. Learn why unrealized gains can lead traders to abandon their original plan. Why Selling Too Early Can Hurt Long-Term Results Discover why a few exceptional winners can drive a large portion of your overall returns—and why constantly taking small profits can quietly limit your performance. How Your Trading Avatar Should Manage Winners We compare how: Active Traders Swing Traders Momentum Traders Long-Term Accumulators should think about taking profits and managing winning positions. Partial Profits vs Letting the Trend Continue Learn when taking partial profits makes sense—and how to avoid becoming a Raider by reacting emotionally to a green position. Five Questions to Ask Before Selling A practical framework to help you decide whether you're following your plan... Or simply reacting to fear. Free Trading Avatar Execution Checklist If you'd like a copy of the Trading Avatar Execution Checklist, join our free Skool community using the link above and send me a message with the word EXECUTION. I'll send it over. Key Takeaway Selling isn't the problem. Selling without a plan is. Your Trading Avatar gives you the plan. Your execution determines whether you actually follow it. If you enjoyed this episode, I'd really appreciate it if you subscribed and left a review. It helps more beginner traders discover the podcast and supports the show. Thanks for listening, and I'll see you in the next episode. Send me some feedback! Momentum Trading Alliance is now open. If you’d like to build a more structured swing and momentum trading process, book a strategy call here: 👉 https://calendly.com/tylerstokes-com/strategy-call Join Our Free Community on Skool: https://www.skool.com/trading
S4 · E19
June 30 · 36 min
The Biggest Trading Mistakes Happen After You Buy
Momentum Trading Alliance is now open. If you’d like to build a more structured swing and momentum trading process, book a strategy call here: 👉 https://calendly.com/tylerstokes-com/strategy-call Welcome to the Stock Trading for Beginners Podcast! Most traders think they have an entry problem. They spend months learning support and resistance, market structure, indicators, and finding the "perfect" setup. But what if the biggest mistakes happen after you buy? In this episode, we explore one of the most overlooked skills in trading: execution. Using ideas inspired by The Art of Execution, we look at the behaviours that cause traders to abandon their plan—and how the Trading Avatar Framework can help you stay consistent once emotions take over. Join the Free Trading Community Join our free trading community (full course + weekly live Q&A): 👉 https://skool.com/trading Inside the community you’ll find the full Momentum Trading Strategy course, plus weekly live Q&A sessions. What You'll Learn: Why Execution Matters More Than Most Traders Realize Finding a good entry is only part of the process. Many traders lose consistency because they change their plan once real money is on the line. The Five Execution Behaviours We break down five common trader behaviours inspired by The Art of Execution: The Rabbit The Assassin The Hunter The Raider The Connoisseur And more importantly, when each behaviour is helping you—and when it becomes a trap. How the Trading Avatar Framework Changes Decision Making Learn how defining your Trading Avatar before entering a position can remove emotional decision-making and create more consistent execution. The Questions Every Trader Should Ask Discover practical questions to ask before: Holding a losing trade Adding to a position Taking profits Staying in a winning trade Free Trading Avatar Execution Checklist I also mention a free Trading Avatar Execution Checklist during this episode. If you'd like a copy, join our free Skool community using the link above and send me a message with the word EXECUTION. I'll send it over. Key Takeaway Your Trading Avatar gives you the plan. Your execution determines whether you actually follow it. If you enjoyed this episode, I'd really appreciate it if you subscribed and left a review. It helps more beginner traders discover the podcast and supports the channel. Thanks for listening, and I'll see you in the next episode! Send me some feedback! Momentum Trading Alliance is now open. If you’d like to build a more structured swing and momentum trading process, book a strategy call here: 👉 https://calendly.com/tylerstokes-com/strategy-call Join Our Free Community on Skool: https://www.skool.com/trading
S4 · E18
May 12 · 11 min
Why Technical Analysis Feels So Confusing at First
Momentum Trading Alliance is now open. If you’d like to build a more structured swing and momentum trading process, book a strategy call here: 👉 https://calendly.com/tylerstokes-com/strategy-call Welcome to the Stock Trading for Beginners Podcast! In this episode, we break down why technical analysis feels so confusing at first — and how to simplify it. Join the Free Trading Community Join our free trading community (full course + weekly live Q&A): 👉 https://skool.com/trading Inside the community you’ll find the full Momentum Trading Strategy course, plus weekly live Q&A sessions. A lot of beginner traders feel overwhelmed when they first start learning charts. Too many indicators. Too many strategies. Too many opinions. And the more they try to learn, the more confusing it can feel. But a big reason for that is because most people approach technical analysis the wrong way. They look for certainty. When in reality, trading is about probabilities. This episode walks through a much simpler way to think about technical analysis so charts start to feel more clear, more structured, and a lot less overwhelming. What We Cover: Why Technical Analysis Feels Overwhelming Most beginners try to learn everything at once: Indicators Patterns Strategies Signals Predictions But more information does not always create more clarity. A lot of the confusion comes from trying to find certainty in a market that is built on probabilities. The Shift From Certainty → Probability Technical analysis is not about knowing exactly what will happen next. It’s about identifying higher-probability areas on the chart. Support: Areas where buyers are more likely to step in. Resistance: Areas where sellers are more likely to step in. Once you start thinking in probabilities instead of predictions, charts become much easier to understand. Why Structure Comes Before Tools Before adding indicators, you first need to understand the structure of the chart itself. Ask: Is the chart bullish? Bearish? Ranging? Making higher highs and higher lows? Making lower highs and lower lows? Without structure, indicators usually create more confusion instead of more clarity. Why Support & Resistance Simplifies Everything Support and resistance gives you the “map” of the chart. Instead of trying to predict every move, you start identifying: Better locations Worse locations Higher-probability areas Calmer entries This is the core idea behind the framework: Only buy support. Be cautious at resistance. How To Actually Use Technical Indicators Most beginners add too many indicators too quickly. But indicators should support the chart — not replace basic chart reading. The better approach: Read structure first Identify support/resistance Then layer tools for confirmation Examples include: Moving averages Fibonacci retracements Ichimoku Cloud Gann Squares This is where confluence comes from: Multiple tools lining up in the same area. Why Experience Matters So Much Some parts of chart reading cannot just be memorized. They need to be experienced. The more charts you watch: The more obvious support becomes The more obvious resistance becomes The more you recognize bullish vs bearish structure The more confidence you build This is why repetition and consistency matter so much in technical analysis. Takeaway Technical analysis becomes much simpler when you: Stop looking for certainty Think in probabilities Learn structure before indicators Focus on support and resistance Use fewer tools more effectively Spend time watching real charts That’s when charts stop feeling random… And start feeling structured and practical instead. Send me some feedback! Momentum Trading Alliance is now open. If you’d like to build a more structured swing and momentum trading process, book a strategy call here: 👉 https://calendly.com/tylerstokes-com/strategy-call Join Our Free Community on Skool: https://www.skool.com/trading
S4 · E17
May 4 · 10 min
Why Support & Resistance Actually Works (Most Traders Don’t Understand This)
Momentum Trading Alliance is now open. If you’d like to build a more structured swing and momentum trading process, book a strategy call here: 👉 https://calendly.com/tylerstokes-com/strategy-call Welcome to the Stock Trading for Beginners Podcast! In this episode, we break down one of the most commonly used concepts in trading — but also one of the most misunderstood. Join the Free Trading Community Join our free trading community (full course + weekly live Q&A): 👉 https://skool.com/trading Inside the community you’ll find the full Momentum Trading Strategy course, plus weekly live Q&A sessions. A lot of traders can draw support and resistance on a chart… But far fewer actually understand why price reacts at those levels. Why does price bounce at support? Why does it get rejected at resistance? And why do these same zones keep showing up over and over again? Once you understand what’s happening behind the scenes, support and resistance stops feeling random — and starts becoming one of the most powerful tools in your trading. Support and resistance is not just about drawing lines… It’s about understanding behavior, order flow, and probability. This episode breaks down what’s actually happening behind those levels — and how to start using them in a more structured way. What We Cover: Why Markets Remember Key Prices Charts aren’t random. When price reacts strongly at a level, traders remember it. Previous highs, lows, and key zones often act as future support or resistance. Why Support & Resistance Are Zones (Not Lines) Price rarely reacts at one exact number. These levels are areas where buying or selling pressure tends to show up — not perfect lines. What’s Actually Happening Behind the Scenes Support and resistance work because orders cluster in these areas. At resistance: Traders take profits New sellers enter Short sellers may step in At support: Buyers step in Traders look for entries Short sellers cover positions This clustering of orders is what causes price to react. The Role of Trader Psychology Support and resistance also work because traders believe they work. When enough people watch the same levels, their actions reinforce the reaction. This creates a self-fulfilling effect in the market. Why Institutions Use These Levels Too These zones aren’t just for retail traders. Institutions look for liquidity — and support/resistance levels are where large amounts of orders tend to sit. That’s why reactions can be stronger in these areas. The Core Rule: Only Buy Support If you buy at resistance, you are often entering where others are selling. If you buy at support, you are entering where buyers are more likely to step in. It doesn’t guarantee a winning trade — but it puts probability in your favor. A Simple Entry Framework Before entering a trade, ask: Is price near support or resistance? Is the overall structure bullish? Is there confluence (multiple signals lining up)? If not, it’s usually better to wait. Takeaway Support and resistance works because: Markets remember important prices Orders cluster in key areas Trader behavior reinforces reactions Institutions use these zones too When you understand this, you stop guessing… And start making more structured, higher-probability decisions. Send me some feedback! Momentum Trading Alliance is now open. If you’d like to build a more structured swing and momentum trading process, book a strategy call here: 👉 https://calendly.com/tylerstokes-com/strategy-call Join Our Free Community on Skool: https://www.skool.com/trading
S4 · E16
April 27 · 13 min
I Was Overwhelmed by Trading... Until I Learned This Simple Framework
Momentum Trading Alliance is now open. If you’d like to build a more structured swing and momentum trading process, book a strategy call here: 👉 https://calendly.com/tylerstokes-com/strategy-call Welcome to season 4, episode 16 of the Stock Trading for Beginners Podcast! In this episode, we do something a little different. Instead of breaking down charts or strategies, we walk through the story behind Momentum Trading Alliance — and how I went from feeling overwhelmed and confused… to building a simple, low-stress, rules-based framework for trading. Because what most beginners don’t realize is this: You don’t need more indicators, more strategies, or more information. You need a better process. If you’ve ever felt stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure where to actually buy a stock — this episode will likely resonate with you. Join the Free Trading Community Join our free trading community (full course + weekly live Q&A): 👉 https://skool.com/trading Inside the community you’ll find the full Momentum Trading Strategy course, plus weekly live Q&A sessions. Most beginner traders struggle not because they aren’t learning... But because they don’t have a clear, repeatable framework to apply what they’ve learned. This episode breaks down the key turning points that led to building a simpler, more structured approach to trading. What We Cover: Why More Information Actually Makes Trading Harder Most beginners think they need more indicators and strategies. In reality, too much information creates confusion and makes it harder to make clear decisions on a chart. Why Most Trading Styles Don’t Fit Real Life Many traders are drawn to fast-paced, high-stress trading styles that don’t match their schedule or personality. This often leads to burnout, inconsistency, and emotional decisions. The Shift From “What to Buy” to “Where to Buy” One of the biggest breakthroughs is realizing that success in trading comes down to location on the chart — not just the stock itself. Buying at support vs resistance changes everything. Why Most Losses Come From Bad Entries Losses are often caused by poor location, emotional decisions, and lack of structure — not because the trader picked a bad stock or needed more tools. The Core Rule: Buy Support, Not Resistance The foundation of the Momentum Trading Alliance framework is simple: Focus on support zones Avoid resistance Use confluence Respect structure Be patient How a Strategy Becomes Actually Useful A strategy only works if it’s simple enough to follow, flexible enough to fit different lifestyles, and clear enough to apply consistently. Why Confidence Comes From Clarity The real test of any framework is whether other traders can learn it, apply it, and feel more confident making decisions on real charts. The Bigger Mission Behind Momentum Trading Alliance Trading doesn’t need to be stressful, chaotic, or a full-time job. With the right process, it can be a calm, structured way to manage part of your portfolio and make better long-term decisions. Takeaway Most beginner traders go through the same journey: They start overwhelmed They chase complexity They try strategies that don’t fit their life They struggle with entries and emotions But the breakthrough comes when you simplify. A clear framework built around: Support Structure Confluence And patience …is what turns trading from stressful and confusing into something calm, repeatable, and manageable. See you in the next episode. Send me some feedback! Momentum Trading Alliance is now open. If you’d like to build a more structured swing and momentum trading process, book a strategy call here: 👉 https://calendly.com/tylerstokes-com/strategy-call Join Our Free Community on Skool: https://www.skool.com/trading
S4 · E15
April 20 · 14 min
Why Most Traders Bought the Top (And Why This Market Might Be Different Now)
Momentum Trading Alliance is now open. If you’d like to build a more structured swing and momentum trading process, book a strategy call here: 👉 https://calendly.com/tylerstokes-com/strategy-call Welcome to season 4, episode 15 of the Stock Trading for Beginners Podcast! In this episode, we break down one of the biggest mistakes beginner traders make — buying stocks at the worst possible time. What’s interesting is… it doesn’t feel like a mistake when you’re doing it. It feels like momentum is strong. It feels like you’re about to catch a big move. It feels like if you don’t get in now, you’ll miss out. But more often than not, that’s exactly where the pullback starts. Join the Free Trading Community Join our free trading community (full course + weekly live Q&A): 👉 https://skool.com/trading Inside the community you’ll find the full Momentum Trading Strategy course, plus weekly live Q&A sessions. This episode is especially important right now, because many traders bought into strength in late 2025… while today, in April 2026, many of those same stocks are sitting in support zones and starting to stabilize. This is where the shift happens. We don’t want to get bullish at resistance. We want to get bullish at support. Most losses don’t come from picking the wrong stock. They come from entering at the wrong place on the chart. This episode breaks down why traders chase price, how resistance and support actually work, and how to approach the current market with a calmer, more structured mindset. What We Cover: Why Traders Keep Buying the Top When stocks move quickly, emotion takes over. Urgency, excitement, and fear of missing out lead traders to enter too late — often right into resistance zones where pullbacks are likely. What Resistance Actually Means Resistance is where selling pressure increases. Earlier buyers take profits, new sellers step in, and price often pauses or reverses. Buying here increases risk and lowers your probability of success. Why Support Is the Better Entry Zone Support is where buyers are more likely to step in. When price pulls back into support, the risk-to-reward improves and the probability of continuation increases. Why the Current Market Is Different In late 2025, many stocks were extended and trading near resistance. Today, many of those same stocks have pulled back into support, are consolidating, and may be starting to stabilize. This creates a completely different environment for entries. Change of Character and Early Trend Shifts A change of character is often the first sign that a downtrend may be weakening. When combined with support and confirmation, it can signal that the market is transitioning into a new uptrend phase. Why Backtests Matter More Than Breakouts Strong moves often happen after a breakout, not during it. Waiting for a pullback into support (a backtest) can lead to calmer, lower-risk entries instead of chasing momentum. A Simple Entry Framework Before entering a trade, ask: Is the overall structure bullish? Is price near support? s there confluence? Are we seeing a potential change of character? If not, it may be better to wait. Takeaway Most beginners buy at the wrong time for three simple reasons: They chase price after a big move They don’t recognize resistance They enter without a clear framework But in the current market, the opportunity is shifting. Many stocks that were overextended have now pulled back into support. Instead of chasing strength, the focus should be on: Support zones Structure Confluence And early signs of trend change This is what makes trading more calm, more repeatable, and much less emotional. See you in the next episode. Send me some feedback! Momentum Trading Alliance is now open. If you’d like to build a more structured swing and momentum trading process, book a strategy call here: 👉 https://calendly.com/tylerstokes-com/strategy-call Join Our Free Community on Skool: https://www.skool.com/trading
S4 · E14
April 13 · 12 min
Has the Market Bottomed? (BOS vs CHOCH Explained)
Momentum Trading Alliance is now open. If you’d like to build a more structured swing and momentum trading process, book a strategy call here: 👉 https://calendly.com/tylerstokes-com/strategy-call Welcome to season 4, episode 14 of the Stock Trading for Beginners Podcast! In this episode, we break down two core concepts in technical analysis — Break of Structure (BOS) and Change of Character (CHOCH). These are simple ideas, but they play a major role in helping you understand whether a trend is continuing or starting to reverse. Given the current market conditions, this is especially important. We’ve been in a downtrend for months, and many traders are now asking: have we bottomed, or is there more downside? Understanding these concepts can help you read charts with more clarity and confidence. Join the Free Trading Community Join our free trading community (full course + weekly live Q&A): 👉 https://skool.com/trading One of the biggest challenges for beginner traders is not knowing how to read market structure. They see price moving, but they don’t have a clear framework to understand what the chart is actually telling them. This episode simplifies that process by focusing on how trends form, how they continue, and how they potentially change. What We Cover: Market Structure Basics Every chart is built on four simple ideas: Higher Highs (HH) Higher Lows (HL) Lower Highs (LH) Lower Lows (LL) An uptrend is a series of higher highs and higher lows. A downtrend is a series of lower highs and lower lows. Once you understand this, everything else becomes easier. What a Break of Structure (BOS) Means A Break of Structure happens when price breaks a previous level in the direction of the trend. In an uptrend, this means breaking above a previous high. In a downtrend, it means breaking below a previous low. This signals continuation — the trend is still intact and momentum is still strong. What a Change of Character (CHOCH) Signals A Change of Character is the first sign that a trend might be weakening. It happens when price breaks structure in the opposite direction of the current trend. For example, in a downtrend, if price breaks above a lower high, that’s a CHOCH. It doesn’t guarantee a reversal, but it’s an early warning that something may be changing. How BOS and CHOCH Work Together The real value comes from combining these two concepts. A typical reversal may look like this: A stock is in a downtrend Price breaks above a lower high (CHOCH) Price pulls back and forms a higher low Price breaks higher again (BOS) This sequence provides stronger confirmation that the trend is shifting from bearish to bullish. Why This Matters Right Now With the market recently holding support, many charts are starting to show early signs of potential trend changes. Seeing a CHOCH followed by a BOS can help build confidence that a bottom may be forming. This allows for more structured and less emotional entries. Send me some feedback! Momentum Trading Alliance is now open. If you’d like to build a more structured swing and momentum trading process, book a strategy call here: 👉 https://calendly.com/tylerstokes-com/strategy-call Join Our Free Community on Skool: https://www.skool.com/trading
S4 · E13
March 16 · 7 min
Why Most Traders Buy at the Wrong Time (And Lose Money)
Momentum Trading Alliance is now open. If you’d like to build a more structured swing and momentum trading process, book a strategy call here: 👉 https://calendly.com/tylerstokes-com/strategy-call Welcome to season 4, episode 13 of the Stock Trading for Beginners Podcast! In this episode, we talk about one of the biggest reasons beginner traders lose money — and surprisingly, it’s not always because the stock itself was a bad investment. Join the Free Trading Community Join our free trading community (full course + weekly live Q&A): 👉 https://skool.com/trading Inside the community you’ll find the full Momentum Trading Strategy course, plus weekly live Q&A sessions. Most losses happen because traders enter at the wrong place on the chart. They buy after the move has already happened, often near resistance, instead of waiting for a lower-risk entry near support. This episode breaks down why that happens, what support and resistance actually mean, and how a more patient, structured approach can improve your entries. What We Cover: Why Beginners Buy at the Wrong Time Many traders buy after a stock has already run up. Momentum looks strong, people are talking about it, and fear of missing out kicks in. The result is often buying near resistance — just before a pullback. What Resistance Actually Is A resistance zone is an area where sellers tend to step in. Earlier buyers may take profits, short sellers may enter, and price often pauses or retraces. If you don’t know how to read charts, it’s easy to buy right into that zone. Why Support Is Different Support is an area where buyers have stepped in before and are more likely to step in again. When price pulls back into support, the probability of stabilization and continuation is much higher. Why the Best Trades Often Happen After Pullbacks With this strategy, the higher-probability entries usually happen after a stock retraces into support — not after a breakout has already run. If you miss the breakout, patience is often the better decision. The Role of Confluence Support is rarely just one exact price. It’s usually a zone where multiple signals line up, such as previous resistance flipping to support, moving averages, Fibonacci levels, the Ichimoku Cloud, or Gann levels. When several tools align, probability increases. A Simple Entry Checklist Before entering a trade, ask: Is the overall market structure bullish? Is price near support? Is there confluence suggesting buyers will step in? If not, it may be better to move on and wait for a better setup. Takeaway Most beginners buy at the wrong time for three simple reasons: They chase price after a big move They don’t recognize resistance zones They enter without a clear framework When you start focusing on bullish structure, support zones, and confluence, trading becomes more systematic, less emotional, and much easier to manage. See you in the next episode. 📈 Send me some feedback! Momentum Trading Alliance is now open. If you’d like to build a more structured swing and momentum trading process, book a strategy call here: 👉 https://calendly.com/tylerstokes-com/strategy-call Join Our Free Community on Skool: https://www.skool.com/trading
S4 · E12
March 2 · 7 min
Should You Really Be Using a Stop-Loss?
Momentum Trading Alliance is now open. If you’d like to build a more structured swing and momentum trading process, book a strategy call here: 👉 https://calendly.com/tylerstokes-com/strategy-call Welcome to season 4, episode 12 of the Stock Trading for Beginners Podcast! In this episode, we answer a question that’s been coming up frequently inside the group: Should I be using a stop-loss? Join the Free Trading Community Join our free trading community (full course + weekly live Q&A): 👉 https://skool.com/trading Inside the community you’ll find the full Momentum Trading Strategy course, plus weekly live Q&A sessions. The honest answer inside the Momentum Trading Alliance framework is: it depends. Not on the strategy — but on how you are executing the strategy. This is where the Trading Avatar system becomes critical. What We Cover: Stop-Losses Are a Tool — Not a Rule Stop-losses aren’t right or wrong. They’re simply a risk management tool. The real question is whether that tool fits your trading identity. Avatar 1: The Active Trader For active traders, stop-losses are often appropriate and recommended. This avatar: Trades more frequently Manages lower timeframes Takes profits sooner Prefers tighter risk control In this context, stop-losses: Define risk before entry Prevent short-term trades from becoming long-term holds Enforce discipline Limit emotional “hope holding” Stops should always be structure-based — not emotional. Avatars 2 & 3: Swing & Momentum Traders For higher timeframe traders, stop-losses are not the primary risk management tool. These avatars: Trade bullish weekly structure Enter at support with confluence Expect normal pullbacks Use small, incremental position sizing Tight stops often work against this approach. In bullish markets, price frequently dips into support before continuing higher. A tight stop can remove you from a valid trend. Instead, risk is managed through: Proper position sizing Structure-based invalidation Patience Consistency Exits happen when structure breaks — not simply because price moves temporarily against you. The Real Issue: Mixing Styles Problems arise when traders mix avatars. Entering like a momentum trader but exiting like an active trader creates inconsistency and stress. Risk management must match execution style. Both approaches work. What matters is alignment. Takeaway If you’re confused about stop-losses, it’s likely not a strategy issue — it’s an identity issue. Once you define your trading avatar, risk management decisions become clearer and emotions decrease. For deeper training on avatars, structure, and execution, join our free Skool community above. See you in the next episode. 📈 Send me some feedback! Momentum Trading Alliance is now open. If you’d like to build a more structured swing and momentum trading process, book a strategy call here: 👉 https://calendly.com/tylerstokes-com/strategy-call Join Our Free Community on Skool: https://www.skool.com/trading
S4 · E11
February 27 · 10 min
Scaling In & Out - How Momentum Traders Actually Build Positions
Momentum Trading Alliance is now open. If you’d like to build a more structured swing and momentum trading process, book a strategy call here: 👉 https://calendly.com/tylerstokes-com/strategy-call Welcome to season 4, episode 11 of the Stock Trading for Beginners Podcast! In this episode, we break down one of the core engines behind the momentum trading strategy: scaling in and scaling out. Join the Free Trading Community Join our free trading community (full course + weekly live Q&A): 👉 https://skool.com/trading Inside the community you’ll find the full Momentum Trading Strategy course, plus weekly live Q&A sessions. This is how positions are built. This is how volatility is managed. And this is how emotional mistakes are reduced. Losses don’t only come from bad analysis — they often come from bad allocation. Buying too much too fast. Selling everything on the first pullback. Going all in emotionally… then all out emotionally. Scaling fixes that. What We Cover: Why Scaling Matters Markets move in waves — not straight lines. Perfect entries and exits aren’t realistic, and they aren’t necessary. Scaling removes the need to be perfect and keeps you aligned with structure instead of emotion. Scaling In (Momentum Trader Focus) For the momentum trader, scaling in means building a position over time — not entering all at once. Start small (often 1–3% initial exposure). Maximum exposure per stock around 10% (adjust to your risk tolerance). Add only at support with bullish structure and confluence. Never add just because price is rising or to “make it back.” Small entries create flexibility. They make pullbacks tolerable. They allow you to improve risk-to-reward if price rotates lower into valid support. In strong trends, deeper pullbacks often become opportunities — not automatic exits. Scaling Up With Momentum As higher highs form and structure confirms, additional entries can be made at new support zones or breakout backtests. Exposure grows with confirmed structure — not emotion. Scaling Out (Momentum Approach) Scaling out is not about selling because you’re green. It’s not about reacting to every pullback. The momentum trader is paid for patience. Reduce exposure when: Weekly structure shifts bearish Major support breaks and fails to reclaim Key tools flip to resistance Repeated highs fail If momentum remains intact, you stay. If momentum breaks, you protect capital. More active trading avatars may take profits sooner, but more activity also introduces more decisions — and often more emotional mistakes. Takeaway Scaling in and scaling out allows you to manage risk without guessing. It replaces perfection with structure. It keeps allocation aligned with trend and removes the need for emotional timing. This is how meaningful positions are built calmly over time. See you in the next episode. 📈 Send me some feedback! Momentum Trading Alliance is now open. If you’d like to build a more structured swing and momentum trading process, book a strategy call here: 👉 https://calendly.com/tylerstokes-com/strategy-call Join Our Free Community on Skool: https://www.skool.com/trading
S4 · E10
February 25 · 9 min
My Simple Stock Trading Strategy (Rules Based)
Momentum Trading Alliance is now open. If you’d like to build a more structured swing and momentum trading process, book a strategy call here: 👉 https://calendly.com/tylerstokes-com/strategy-call Welcome to season 4, episode 10 of the Stock Trading for Beginners Podcast! In this episode, I walk you through the exact stock trading framework I use — simple, rule-based, and repeatable. No flashy indicators. No complicated systems. Just clear rules that remove emotion and make trading surprisingly straightforward. Join the Free Trading Community Join our free trading community (full course + weekly live Q&A): 👉 https://skool.com/trading Inside the community you’ll find the full Momentum Trading Strategy course, plus weekly live Q&A sessions. The truth is, I don’t spend hours staring at charts. And it’s not because I’m guessing or moving fast — it’s because the rules are already defined. Once you know when to enter, when to exit, and when to stay out completely, trading becomes much calmer. In this episode, we break down the full structure. What We Cover: The Real Problem: Emotional Trading Without Rules Most beginners don’t struggle because they’re incapable — they struggle because there’s no structure. Entries aren’t defined, exits aren’t planned, and position sizes are inconsistent. That leads to chasing breakouts, buying near resistance, and reacting emotionally mid-trade. The Core Framework (Simple & Repeatable): Only Buy at Support — Never at Resistance If price is at support within a bullish structure, consider it. If it’s near resistance, wait. This one rule eliminates many bad trades. Use Confluence to Confirm Support Look for multiple tools aligning (moving averages, Fibonacci levels, prior breakout zones, Gann levels). Don’t force setups — let price come to you. Choose Your Trading Avatar Before Entry Decide if the trade is active, swing, or momentum before you enter. Execution depends on identity. Mixing styles mid-trade creates confusion. Journal Before You Enter Write down why you’re entering, where support is, what confirms the trade, and where you’ll exit. If you can’t explain it clearly, skip it. Strict Position Sizing Scale in slowly. Never go too heavy too soon. Manage risk through sizing — not emotion. The Outcome: When rules are predefined, decisions become faster and clearer. No debating mid-trade. No emotional exits. No chasing. Trading becomes structured instead of chaotic — and structured trading feels completely different. The strategy, at its core, is simple: Buy at support. Use confluence. Know your exit before entry. Manage risk with position sizing. Don’t chase. That’s it. If you want to see exactly how this looks on real charts, join the free Skool community. And if you’re ready for deeper implementation, live chart reviews, and structured feedback, the Momentum Trading Alliance mentorship opens again soon. See you in the next episode. Send me some feedback! Momentum Trading Alliance is now open. If you’d like to build a more structured swing and momentum trading process, book a strategy call here: 👉 https://calendly.com/tylerstokes-com/strategy-call Join Our Free Community on Skool: https://www.skool.com/trading
S4 · E9
February 23 · 12 min
I Gave My Money to a Financial Advisor… Here’s What Happened
Momentum Trading Alliance is now open. If you’d like to build a more structured swing and momentum trading process, book a strategy call here: 👉 https://calendly.com/tylerstokes-com/strategy-call Welcome to season 4, episode 9 of the Stock Trading for Beginners Podcast! In this episode, I share a personal experience that ultimately pushed me to start actively managing my own portfolio — and why that decision turned out to be one of the most important shifts in my trading journey. Join the Free Trading Community Join our free trading community (full course + weekly live Q&A): 👉 https://skool.com/trading Inside the community you’ll find the full Momentum Trading Strategy course, plus weekly live Q&A sessions. Several years ago, I placed a significant amount of money into a professionally managed fund. At the time, it felt responsible. But after two years of underperformance — while a separate account I managed myself was doing better — I began asking deeper questions. Was managing my own money irresponsible… or was managing it without rules the real problem? In this episode, we break down what I learned about: The true cost of management fees over time Why many active funds underperform basic benchmarks like the S&P 500 The difference between volatility and risk Why structure matters more than outsourcing responsibility How trading with rules changes everything This isn’t about being anti–financial advisor. For many people, advisors are the right move. But if you’re already studying charts, learning technical analysis, and trying to build skill — the conversation becomes different. The key realization: Managing your own money isn’t reckless. Managing it without structure is. We also talk about: Why chasing headlines creates stress The power of buying at support (never at resistance) How journaling removes emotional decisions Why choosing a trading identity (or “trading avatar”) simplifies execution How patience and position sizing reduce panic during pullbacks Over time, the goal stopped being “learn everything” and became “execute one strategy well.” Watching charts weekly, marking support zones, setting alerts, and following clear rules made trading calmer and more consistent. When I chose a momentum-style identity and stopped mixing trading styles mid-trade, execution became easier. No more reacting to every candle — just following a plan. If you’re interested in learning the exact momentum framework we use, you can join our free Skool community below. Inside you’ll find: A full free course on the strategy Weekly Q&A calls Community chart discussions Join here: https://www.skool.com/trading We also recently completed a Momentum Trading Alliance mentorship cohort, and the next small group opens soon. If you’d like deeper implementation, live chart reviews, and structured feedback, you can apply here: https://stokestrades.com/join If you’re already learning trading, you’re on the right track. Just make sure you’re building skill — not reacting emotionally. See you in the next episode. Send me some feedback! Momentum Trading Alliance is now open. If you’d like to build a more structured swing and momentum trading process, book a strategy call here: 👉 https://calendly.com/tylerstokes-com/strategy-call Join Our Free Community on Skool: https://www.skool.com/trading

Showing 1–20 of 25 episodes