The Problem: Logging That Disrupts Trading
If documenting a trade takes 10 minutes, the trader naturally starts skipping trades — and soon abandons the habit entirely. The solution is building a fast, standardized logging system.
Principle 1: Log Immediately, Not Later
Records made hours after a trade are inaccurate. Log immediately after closing — or in seconds, before opening the next trade.
Principle 2: Standardize the Fields
Define which fields to log in EVERY trade:
- Pair, direction, lot size
- Entry, stop, target and result
- Setup (1-2 words: "H4 breakout")
- Quality: A/B/C
Principle 3: Use a Fast Entry Tool
ForexTracker is designed so that logging a trade takes less than 30 seconds. Pre-defined fields, no manual configuration, accessible on mobile or desktop.
Principle 4: 5-Minute Post-Session Ritual
Set aside 5 minutes at the end of each session to review records. This ritual consolidates learning and prepares you for the next session.
Principle 5: 20-Minute Weekly Review
Once a week: profit factor, win rate, result by pair and session. What was the biggest lesson this week? Write it down. In 6 months you will have 26 concrete lessons.
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