Building a Daily Trading Routine

Why a Daily Routine Matters

Consistency is one of the most underrated aspects of successful trading. A well-structured daily routine helps you process information systematically, avoid emotional decisions, and stay on top of your positions without feeling overwhelmed.

Elements of a Daily Routine

• Morning Routine (15-20 minutes): Start by reviewing overnight alerts and market movements. Check your active positions and any alerts that fired while you were away. Review the AI chat assistant's daily market summary if available, and scan for any major news that might affect your watchlist.
• Pre-Market Preparation: Before markets open, review your portfolio and identify key levels you're watching. Set or adjust alerts for the day based on overnight price action. This is also a good time to check if any of your existing alerts need updating.
• During Market Hours: Let TradeSlayers do the monitoring. When alerts fire, take a moment to assess the broader context before acting. Not every alert requires immediate action—some are just information updates.
• End-of-Day Review (10-15 minutes): Review which alerts fired, which trades you took (or didn't take), and why. Update your trading journal, clean up expired alerts, and plan for tomorrow. This reflection time is crucial for continuous improvement.

Tips for Your Routine

Routines should serve you, not constrain you. Adjust this structure to fit your schedule and trading style, but try to maintain consistency in your review and planning processes.