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Inspiration
Before you can triumph, you have to try. But what motivates you to try in the first place? Inspiration can be elusive, but good traders know not to just sit back and wait for inspiration to come along. Rather, they go looking for it – and once they find it, they nurture it.
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The benefits of military discipline with Erik Smolinski
Learn from Erik Smolinski how his military background helped prepare him for a successful career as a financial trader. Read more
INSPIRATION | INSPIRATION • DISCIPLINE • RISK MANAGEMENT
Reading time: 44 minutes | Trading level: Beginner
Forging your own path on the road to success with Jack Viney
Throughout his career, Jack Viney has used the saying that successful people are not born talented, but rather achieve success through hard work. In this interview, Viney opens up about the essential elements that contribute to succeeding, emphasising the significance of work ethic and routine. Read more
HIGH PERFORMANCE • MINDSET •
OVERCOMING EXTERNAL PRESSUREG
Reading time: 16 minutes
Trading level: Beginner
Overcoming mental hurdles – on the field and in the markets
Despite his impressive career, Christian Petracca still struggles with uncertainty and anxiety surrounding his performance. To overcome this, he leverages high-performance psychology and consciously manages his emotions. Read more
MANAGING EMOTIONS • HIGH PERFORMANCE PSYCHOLOGY • OVERCOMING INTERNAL UNCERTAINTY
Reading time: 3 minutes
Trading level: Beginner
Early season low leads to a big win for Max Gawn
In this episode of The Melbourne Mindset, Demons captain Max Gawn joins club legend Garry Lyon to discuss his journey from an early-season injury to triumphing in the blockbuster Anzac Day match against Richmond. Read more
Early season low leads to a big win for Max Gawn
In this episode of The Melbourne Mindset, Demons captain Max Gawn joins club legend Garry Lyon to discuss his journey from an early-season injury to triumphing in the blockbuster Anzac Day match against Richmond. Read more
Using psychological fitness to achieve a positive trading mindset with Shannah Kennedy
Should traders be prioritising their mental wellbeing to succeed? Industry expert Shannah Kennedy explores the mindset required to maintain positivity and excel in trading and other high-performance activities. Read more
INSPIRATION • PSYCHOLOGICAL FITNESS • MINDSET
Reading time: 25 minutes
Trading level: Beginner
Uncover the commonalities of AFL and trading with Simon Goodwin
What do AFL and trading financial markets have in common? Melbourne Demons coach Simon Goodwin shares how having a winning mindset doesn’t only apply to high-performance sports, but how it can also be very useful in trading. Read more
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The benefits of a balanced life for market success with Market Wizard Tom Basso
‘Market Wizard’ Tom Basso shares how self-awareness, focus and a balanced life can contribute to a trader’s success in the markets. Learn from a seasoned pro how these elements can help you understand your goals as trader. Read more
INSPIRATION | MARKET WIZARD • LIFE BALANCE • MARKET SUCCESS
Reading time: 36 minutes | Trading level: Beginner
Is willpower essential?
Delve into the role of willpower in trading and learn how a written trading plan can help you improve your performance. Read more
INSPIRATION • HIGH PERFORMANCE • RESILIENCE
Reading time: 6 minutes
Trading level: Beginner
How to stay inspired and trade confidently
Discover the tips and tricks experienced traders use to stay inspired and trade financial markets with confidence. Read more
INSPIRATION • MINDSET • HIGH PERFORMANCE
Reading time: 6 minutes
Trading level: Beginner
Anthony Ackroyd explains the neurological effects of laughter in trading
Australian comedian Anthony Ackroyd explains how laughter and other positive emotions can stimulate the cingulate cortex and enhance traders' skills in recognising and duplicating patterns in their trading activities. Read more
NEUROSCIENCE • STRESS MANAGEMENT • MENTAL HEALTH
Reading time: 31 minutes
Trading level: Beginner
Approach your goal setting the right way
Learn how to distinguish between approach and avoidance goals, plus how self-mastery can help you stay satisfied while achieving better results.
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Introduction to Inspiration
Having helped traders excel in the markets for over three decades, learn from Louise Bedford how to avoid despondency and stay inspired for long term success.
INSPIRATION | INSPIRATION • HIGH PERFORMANCE • SPORTS PSYCHOLOGY
Reading time: 20 minutes | Trading level: Beginner
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