This video clip was taken at the “Trading to Win” Seminar in Orlando, Florida. In it, John talks about the top reasons for losing the trading game and how Lady Luck always trumps skill. But don’t worry, YOU have a strong influence on whether you experience good luck or bad. 

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►00:00 Introduction
►00:50 - Top Reasons for Losing the Game
►04:19 - You’re playing a game of luck and skill
►06:09 - Death and Taxes

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John Locke has been working with options for 20+ years and has built himself up as a leader in the stock options trading industry. Having trained now hundreds of traders, his natural ability to teach complex topics with clarity and passion has made him invaluable to the trading community. 

Please remember: This presentation is for educational purposes only. We're not broker-dealers or financial advisors, and we're not making any specific trade recommendations. Also, please be aware that your risk and trading options is substantial, and please make sure you're aware of all your risks prior to placing any trades. Also note that if we show any trades or any results, please consider them to be hypothetical computer simulated trades and their results. They'd be believed to be as accurately represented as possible. Keep in mind live results can vary from simulated results for many different reasons.

Top 6 Reasons for Losing the Trading Game

One of the more challenging aspects of trading that our members have shared is the ability to leave your trade alone. Many times we want to over adjust and in return, we are left with reduced profits and higher commissions. Sometimes it makes sense to sit on your hands and let the trade breathe. This type of coaching is priceless AND IT IS AVAILABLE FREE TO EVERYONE, not just members! 

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00:00 Prevent Overtrading
01:18 M3.4U Trade 
02:47 Bullish Market
03:26 P&L
04:17 Hammit Trade
05:20 Let The Trade Breathe
07:39 Bearish
08:12 Delta
09:01 Texas Two-Step Adjustment
10:51 Employee vs. Entrepreneurial Mindset
12:19 Overadjust
14:44 V32 Trade
15:06 Super Bull Trade

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🛎️  Don't forget to subscribe and hit the bell to be notified when we post new content. Each week we cover some of the most important areas of options trading. Topics include broken wing butterflies, call/put options, monitoring your Greeks (Delta, Gamma, Theta, etc), assessing the price chart, making adjustments, and much more!

John Locke has been working with options for 20+ years and has built himself up as a leader in the stock options trading industry. Having trained now hundreds of traders, his natural ability to teach complex topics with clarity and passion has made him invaluable to the trading community. 

Please remember: This presentation is for educational purposes only. We're not broker-dealers or financial advisors, and we're not making any specific trade recommendations. Also, please be aware that your risk and trading options is substantial, and please make sure you're aware of all your risks prior to placing any trades. Also note that if we show any trades or any results, please consider them to be hypothetical computer simulated trades and their results. They'd be believed to be as accurately represented as possible. Keep in mind live results can vary from simulated results for many different reasons.

Letting Your Trade Breathe; Prevent Overtrading!

Using TA for 0DTE trades can be a tool to help a trader make better trading decisions which will lead to better trading results. Whether it is a decision on an adjustment or when to exit, the tools we share in this video can make a BIG DIFFERENCE!

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00:00 - 0DTE is Day Trading
01:45 - Up Volume Minus Down Volume
03:00 - Trending Day vs. Chop Day
04:28 - SPX Price Action
06:08 - Opening Rigamaroo
07:10 - Bullish trending day
07:49 - Moving Average
08:39 - Chop day
09:52 - Confirmational indicators
11:38 - Options vs. Futures
13:51 - Buy Signal

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🛎️  Don't forget to subscribe and hit the bell to be notified when we post new content. Each week we cover some of the most important areas of options trading. Topics include broken wing butterflies, call/put options, monitoring your Greeks (Delta, Gamma, Theta, etc), assessing the price chart, making adjustments, and much more!

John Locke has been working with options for 20+ years and has built himself up as a leader in the stock options trading industry. Having trained now hundreds of traders, his natural ability to teach complex topics with clarity and passion has made him invaluable to the trading community. 

Please remember: This presentation is for educational purposes only. We're not broker-dealers or financial advisors, and we're not making any specific trade recommendations. Also, please be aware that your risk and trading options is substantial, and please make sure you're aware of all your risks prior to placing any trades. Also note that if we show any trades or any results, please consider them to be hypothetical computer simulated trades and their results. They'd be believed to be as accurately represented as possible. Keep in mind live results can vary from simulated results for many different reasons.

Using Technical Analysis for Day Trading (0DTE)

Dive into this candid coaching call as John Locke guides an emerging trader through the turbulent world of trading started during the lockdown. From initial successes to facing the harsh realities of market drawdowns, this discussion reveals the challenges and transitions in trading strategies over time. Watch as they explore practical steps to adapt and overcome in a shifting financial landscape. This video is essential for traders who experienced early wins and are now seeking stability and growth. Tune in to gain perspective on evolving your trading approach for long-term success!

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00:00 - Intro
00:46 - Member Background
03:05 - Trader Expectations
08:54 - Knowing your Probabilities
16:03 - Reasonable Expectations
20:13 - Outro

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John Locke has been working with options for 20+ years and has built himself up as a leader in the stock options trading industry. Having trained now hundreds of traders, his natural ability to teach complex topics with clarity and passion has made him invaluable to the trading community. 

Please remember: This presentation is for educational purposes only. We're not broker-dealers or financial advisors, and we're not making any specific trade recommendations. Also, please be aware that your risk and trading options is substantial, and please make sure you're aware of all your risks prior to placing any trades. Also note that if we show any trades or any results, please consider them to be hypothetical computer simulated trades and their results. They'd be believed to be as accurately represented as possible. Keep in mind live results can vary from simulated results for many different reasons.

How Can I Be Consistently Profitable? - Coaching Session

In this video, John provides an in-depth analysis of recent SPX market movements and the impact of upcoming news events on market volatility. He discusses the importance of understanding implied volatility and trader sentiment during uncertain times, such as election seasons. John breaks down key technical patterns, including bullish breakouts and false breakouts, and offers strategic insights for positioning trades effectively. This video is essential for traders looking to navigate market uncertainty and make informed decisions based on technical analysis and market sentiment.

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00:00 - Market Analysis
01:49 - Cup and handle pattern
02:39 - Breakout and failure pattern
03:27 - News Event
05:00 - Market reaction (Trader’s reaction)
06:34 - Price pattern target
08:10 - 2B reversal failure
09:43 - Fibonacci levels
11:35 - Implied volatility market
14:48 - Technical pattern broken down
17:35 - Head and shoulders breakdown
21:10 - Join us!

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🛎️  Don't forget to subscribe and hit the bell to be notified when we post new content. Each week we cover some of the most important areas of options trading. Topics include broken wing butterflies, call/put options, monitoring your Greeks (Delta, Gamma, Theta, etc), assessing the price chart, making adjustments, and much more!

John Locke has been working with options for 20+ years and has built himself up as a leader in the stock options trading industry. Having trained now hundreds of traders, his natural ability to teach complex topics with clarity and passion has made him invaluable to the trading community. 

Please remember: This presentation is for educational purposes only. We're not broker-dealers or financial advisors, and we're not making any specific trade recommendations. Also, please be aware that your risk and trading options is substantial, and please make sure you're aware of all your risks prior to placing any trades. Also note that if we show any trades or any results, please consider them to be hypothetical computer simulated trades and their results. They'd be believed to be as accurately represented as possible. Keep in mind live results can vary from simulated results for many different reasons.

Breaking News! How it affects market volatility and market analysis

In the fast-paced world of trading 0DTE options, every decision counts. Whether you're a seasoned trader or just dipping your toes into the market, understanding the power of Zero DTE (Days to Expiration) options can be a game-changer. In this podcast, we delve into why you should consider choosing a directional approach in this market and explore some winning strategies.

We'll also answer a key question about  0DTE trades and explore why directional plays are preferred in the current bullish market. One approach involves using out-of-the-money calls and puts, focusing on SPX and QQQ for zero and one DTE, as well as futures for overnight trades.

We'll discuss strategies like scaling out of positions, managing risk, and positioning for end-of-week plays based on market patterns. The goal is to capture significant gains while minimizing stress over losses.

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00:00 - Trading 0DTE Options
00:44 - 0DTE question
02:45 - Directional plays & patterns
04:18 - Why SPX QQQ?
07:30 - Accept the risk
08:45 - Scale Out Into Targets
10:21 - Self-negotiation
11:54 - ES Futures Options
12:57 - Win Rate
13:55 - Hedge
17:35 - Condors and butterflies
20:14 - Trading community, Join us!

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🛎️  Don't forget to subscribe and hit the bell to be notified when we post new content. Each week we cover some of the most important areas of options trading. Topics include broken wing butterflies, call/put options, monitoring your Greeks (Delta, Gamma, Theta, etc), assessing the price chart, making adjustments, and much more!

John Locke has been working with options for 20+ years and has built himself up as a leader in the stock options trading industry. Having trained now hundreds of traders, his natural ability to teach complex topics with clarity and passion has made him invaluable to the trading community. 

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Please remember: This presentation is for educational purposes only. We're not broker-dealers or financial advisors, and we're not making any specific trade recommendations. Also, please be aware that your risk and trading options is substantial, and please make sure you're aware of all your risks prior to placing any trades. Also note that if we show any trades or any results, please consider them to be hypothetical computer simulated trades and their results. They'd be believed to be as accurately represented as possible. Keep in mind live results can vary from simulated results for many different reasons.

Trading 0DTE Options in a Bullish Market

Each time on Market Outlook John Locke reviews the upcoming week in the markets and gives you his take by leveraging technical analysis and price action. We explain how our expected move analysis relates to our technical levels and how that can be important if you are trading butterflies, broken wing butterflies, condors, calendars, or diagonals. Remember the flatter your T+0 line is the more implied volatility sensitive you are!

We are thrilled to share this Market Outlook session with you all!

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►00:00 - Market Analysis
►00:34 - Introduction
►04:07 - Required Disclaimer
►04:46 - Membership is OPEN
►05:03 - SPX (S&P 500)
►25:18 - NDX (NASDAQ 100)
►29:15 - DJI (Dow Jones)
►31:41 - RUT (Russell 2000)
►44:35 - RVX (Russell Volatility Index)
►45:25 - VIS (S&P Volatility Index)
►46:21 - Implied Volatility (VIX Futures)
►47:50 - Outro!

🛎️  Don't forget to subscribe and hit the bell to be notified when we post new content. Each week we cover some of the most important areas of options trading. Topics include broken wing butterflies, call/put options, monitoring your Greeks (Delta, Gamma, Theta, etc), assessing the price chart, making adjustments, and much more!

John Locke has been working with options for 20+ years and has built himself up as a leader in the stock options trading industry. Having trained now hundreds of traders, his natural ability to teach complex topics with clarity and passion has made him invaluable to the trading community.

Market Outlook Open House - July 2024

Every week John Locke reviews the markets and gives students insightful lessons on how to effectively read technical analysis and price action. This is a great opportunity to experience what "The Market Whisperer" (what some of John's students call him) had to say about the market this week. We explain how our expected move analysis relates to our technical levels and how important this topic is if you are expecting to maintain maximum profitability when trading butterflies, broken wing butterflies, condors, calendars, or diagonals. 

We are thrilled to share this Market Outlook session with you all! To see the charts, go to: 

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►00:00 - Introduction
►00:34 - Welcome!
►00:58 - Required Disclaimer
►01:33 - What Market Outlook is About
►04:31 - SPX Last Week
►15:30 - Market Internals
►19:13 - NDX
►21:44 - How do you determine weekly range?
►22:45 - Fibonacci level question
►29:52 - SPX going down?
►31:23 - PRO trades are contrarian entries?
►37:39 - NDX
►38:15 - DJI
►41:14 - Russell 2000 (RUT)
►46:25 - Finding Daily Ranges
►48:25 - 2B Reversal
►54:49 - S&P Volatility (VIX)
►55:11 - VIX Futures
►56:39 - SPX
►58:23 - Join us!

🛎️  Remember to subscribe and hit the bell to be notified when we post new content. Each week we cover some of the most important areas of options trading. Topics include broken wing butterflies, call/put options, monitoring your Greeks (Delta, Gamma, Theta, etc.), assessing the price chart, making adjustments, and much more!

John Locke has been helping options traders succeed in the markets for nearly 20 years and is respected as a leader in the stock options trading industry. Having trained now hundreds of traders, his natural ability to teach complex topics with clarity and passion has made him invaluable to the trading community. 

#tradingperformance #optionstrading #options #optionsstrategy #optionselling #optionstratergy #trading #options #focus #goals #impliedvolatility #technicalanalysis #confidence #butterfly #priceaction

Market Outlook Open House - January 2025

Discover the art of high probability options trading with John Locke as he discusses the X4v17 strategy. Whether you're new to trading or a seasoned pro, learn how to maximize returns with minimal time and effort using this powerful, non-subjective trading approach. In this episode, we break down the steps of entering, adjusting, and exiting trades while giving you practical examples and insights into market dynamics. Join us on this journey and master the technique to increase your profitability in both bullish and bearish markets. Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe for more valuable trading strategies!

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00:00 – Trade Win 
01:02 – Trading Coach John Locke
01:14 - High Probability Options Trading 
01:42 – Trading Strategy Overview: X4V17 
03:24 - Trade Entry and Timing 
06:06 - Managing Trade Adjustments 
09:03 – Failure! But nothing to do…
09:42 – Negative Delta
10:37 – Control Capital
12:15 - Exit Strategy and Rationale 
12:46 – PRO Trade Bonus Scenario
13:13 – Trade Return
13:42 – Trade with us!

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John Locke has been working with options for almost 20 years and has built himself up as a leader in the stock options trading industry. Having trained now hundreds of traders, his natural ability to teach complex topics with clarity and passion has made him invaluable to the trading community. 

#vertical  #optionstrading #options #optionsstrategy #optionselling #optionstratergy #trading #theta

*The result shown is from real-time, hypothetical trades such as those shown in the Options Trading for Income weekly webinar or Trading With The PROS biweekly webinars. Simulated trades are believed to be represented as accurately as possible, however, live results may have been different.  The result is shared as an example for educational purposes ONLY.

Unlock Profits with the X4v17 Strategy

Do you find yourself frustrated with your trading results, convinced that price movement is a chaotic force beyond comprehension? You are not alone. Many have experienced this disillusionment, yet it is here that the true lesson lies. Through profound insights, we emphasize why grasping price dynamics is not just beneficial but essential—indeed, it can make or break your trading strategy.

We'll also delve into the complexities of market neutrality and implied volatility, dispelling the myth that one can rely on these strategies without a solid understanding of price action. Discover how even market-neutral strategies are intricately tied to price movements, and why neglecting this knowledge can blind you to valuable opportunities.

Moreover, as we reflect on the evolution of trading—from once daunting options cycles to the modern marvel of zero days to expiration—learn how to leverage contemporary tools to optimize your risk-reward structures. 

This video is a clarion call to aspiring traders: cultivate your understanding of price movement, embrace the insights of the market, and watch as your profitability becomes not an elusive dream, but an attainable reality. 

If you’re ready to transform your trading perspective and sharpen your skills, watch now! And don't forget to like and share our videos to support this quest for knowledge. Together, we can illuminate the path to consistent profitability!

The Magic 7 Trading Formula; Part 1 of 5

John Locke has been working with options for 20+ years and has built himself up as a leader in the stock options trading industry. Having trained now hundreds of traders, his natural ability to teach complex topics with clarity and passion has made him invaluable to the trading community.

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