What should a trading plan include?

A trading plan should include your strategy rules, risk management parameters (risk per trade, daily loss limit, maximum positions), preferred assets and timeframes, trading schedule, entry and exit criteria, and a review process. Keep it to 1 to 2 pages maximum.

How often should I update my trading plan?

Review your plan monthly based on journal data. Make updates quarterly. Never change your plan during a losing streak — emotional decisions lead to worse rules. Only update based on data from at least 50 trades.

How to Write a Trading Plan That Actually Works

Intermediate Module 6: Risk & Psychology

How to Write a Trading Plan That Actually Works

Create your personal trading plan with our proven template. Define your edge, rules, risk parameters, and daily routine in a structured document.

How to Write a Trading Plan That Actually Works

Create your personal trading plan with our proven template. Define your edge, rules, risk parameters, and daily routine in a structured document.

Key Takeaways

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Quiz: Test Your Knowledge

Answer these questions to check your understanding.

1. A trading plan should be:

2. Update your plan based on:

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