TRADING ROADMAP: FROM ZERO TO CONFIDENT TRADER
🧠STEP 1: Build the Right Mindset
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Understand that trading = skill + patience + discipline.
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Accept losses as learning experiences.
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Don’t expect to get rich quick.
📚 STEP 2: Learn the Basics
Understand:
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What is the stock market?
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Difference between stocks, options, futures, and mutual funds.
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Types of trading: Intraday, Swing, Options Selling, Investing.
👉 Resources:
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YouTube channels: PR Sundar, Booming Bulls, Rachana Ranade.
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Books: "Trading for a Living", "Options Trading Basics".
💻 STEP 3: Open Demat + Trading Account
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Recommended brokers: Zerodha, Upstox, Angel One, Groww.
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Link your bank account.
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Learn to use their trading platform (like Kite or Upstox Pro).
📊 STEP 4: Practice with Paper Trading
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Use tools like Sensibull (mock trading) or TradingView to simulate trades.
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No risk, just learning how entries/exits work.
🔎 STEP 5: Choose Your Trading Style
| Style | Time Required | Risk | Example Strategy |
|---|---|---|---|
| Intraday | Full day | High | Momentum, Scalping |
| Swing | Few days/weeks | Medium | Trend Following |
| Options Selling | Weekly/monthly | Low–Medium | Iron Condor, CSP |
| Long-term | Years | Low | Buy & Hold |
💡 STEP 6: Learn Risk & Money Management
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Never risk more than 1-2% of your capital per trade.
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Use stop-loss in every trade.
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Keep emotions out—fear and greed kill traders.
⚙️ STEP 7: Master 1-2 Trading Strategies
Examples:
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Breakout Strategy (for intraday)
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RSI + Moving Average (swing)
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Option Selling (with hedging like Iron Condor, Credit Spread)
📈 STEP 8: Start Small, Track Results
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Start with small trades (even ₹1,000–₹5,000).
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Maintain a trading journal:
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Entry/Exit
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Profit/Loss
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Reason for trade
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Emotion at the time
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🧠STEP 9: Keep Learning
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Watch market daily (even without trading).
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Join Telegram/YouTube communities.
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Analyze your mistakes.
🎯 STEP 10: Scale Up Slowly
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Increase capital only after 3–6 months of consistent profits.
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Learn taxation rules.
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Explore advanced strategies (Options Greeks, Hedging, etc.)
