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CFDs are complex instruments and come with a high risk of losing money rapidly due to leverage. 69% of retail investor accounts lose money when trading CFDs with this provider. You should consider whether you understand how CFDs work, and whether you can afford to take the high risk of losing your money. CFDs are complex instruments and come with a high risk of losing money rapidly due to leverage. 69% of retail investor accounts lose money when trading CFDs with this provider. You should consider whether you understand how CFDs work, and whether you can afford to take the high risk of losing your money.

Your Trading DNA

While it’s true that good traders aren’t born, they’re made, it’s also true that some people are more predisposed to taking risks than others. Recognising what’s in your trading DNA is crucial to mastering your mindset, executing your plan and getting the most from your trading.

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Introduction to your trading DNA

Learn from successful trader and trading mentor Louise Bedford on how to play to your inherent strengths and identify any weaknesses.

Written by: Louise Bedford | Analyst,
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YOUR TRADING DNA | TRADING DNA • PERSONALITY TRAITS • TRADING PERSONA

Reading time: 20 minutes | Trading level: Beginner

Learn the traits of successful traders

Learn from the results of extensive research what successful traders do differently when trading financial markets. Read more

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YOUR TRADING DNA

TRADER TRAITS • MONEY MANAGEMENT • COMMON MISTAKES

Reading time: 2 minutes

Trading level: All

The uncut truth about female investors with Kate Hill

Get expert insight into why female traders are often more successful when trading financial markets than male traders.
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Written by: Louise Bedford | Analyst,
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YOUR TRADING DNA

FEMALE TRADERS • TRADING DNA • SELF-DOUBT

Reading time: 32 minutes

Trading level: Beginner

Does gender make a difference for traders

Discover why female investors often outperform male investors and how inherent gendered traits can influence your success. Read more

Written by: Louise Bedford | Analyst,
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YOUR TRADING DNA

FEMALE TRADERS • TRADING DNA • GENDER

Reading time: 8 minutes

Trading level: Beginner

Debunking top trading myths with Dr. Gary Dayton

Get expert commentary on misleading trading myths from Dr Gary Dayton of Trading Psychology Edge. Read more

Written by: Tammy Da Costa | Analyst, DailyFX, Johannesburg
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YOUR TRADING DNA

TRADING PSYCHOLOGY • TRADING PERSONALITY • RISK CONTROL

Reading time: 3 minutes

Trading level: Beginner

Is your personality affecting your trading?

Learn how your personality can influence your trading. See techniques you can use to overcome personality dispositions that could hamper your trading success. Read more

Written by: Louise Bedford | Analyst,
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YOUR TRADING DNA

DISCIPLINE • MANAGING EMOTIONS • TRADING PERSONALITIES

Reading time: 6 minutes

Trading level: Beginner

Traits of successful traders

What is the number one mistake traders make? Read more

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YOUR TRADING DNA

COMMON MISTAKES • DECISION MAKING • BIASES

Reading time: 8 minutes

Trading level: Intermediate

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