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Math Whiz Not Required: Conquering Math-Based Options Trading With Ease!
When I first heard the term "math-based options trading", I'll admit, I was a little intimidated. Visions of complex equations, dense...
Justin Maxwell
Jun 8, 20232 min read
Overconfidence – The Silent Profit Killer in Options Trading
When it comes to options trading, there's one word that trips up many traders: Overconfidence. I've seen so many put sellers get overly...
Justin Maxwell
Jun 2, 20233 min read
Setting Profit Targets: Why do we target 50% Profit in Math-Based Options Trading
Today we're discussing the rationale behind our standard 50% profit target strategy and how it contrasts with other trading styles like...
Justin Maxwell
May 31, 20233 min read
Decoding the 21 DTE Strategy: The Winning Approach to Rolling Option Trades
Today is Friday May 26th, 2023 and it's 21 days away from the regular June option expiration. What a great time to discuss a core...
Justin Maxwell
May 26, 20232 min read
Beginner’s Guide to Options Trading – Selling Put Options
This is an exciting article to write for several reasons. The biggest reason is that the art of selling a put has generated tons of...
Dr Eric B.
May 23, 202310 min read
Staying on Track: Managing Your Trading Plan During Vacation Season
Memorial Day weekend is coming up, summer is approaching! It's that time of the year where many of us take a well-deserved break to...
Justin Maxwell
May 22, 20233 min read
Don't Fear Losses: Embrace Them, Learn from Them, and Evolve
Embrace the unexpected – that thought is in the back of my mind for every trade I make. This is not scary to me anymore because I know...
Justin Maxwell
May 17, 20232 min read
Embracing the 'Bad' in Trading: A Day with Tasty Live Personalities in Atlanta
Sometimes to become 'good' at something, you have to embrace being 'bad'. This might sound counterintuitive, so let me explain. This...
Justin Maxwell
May 14, 20233 min read
Strategies for Small Accounts: A Technical Dive into Math-Based Options Trading
If you're trading with a small account and ready to take your options trading to the next level this blog post is for you. I'm discussing...
Justin Maxwell
May 11, 20234 min read
Combating the Urge to Trade Constantly: Quality Over Quantity
In the fast-paced world of trading, it's easy to fall into the trap of feeling like you need to trade all the time. At Good Kids Trading...
Justin Maxwell
May 10, 20232 min read
It's Not Just About Entries: Exits Can Make or Break Trades
As options traders, we spend a considerable amount of time researching and planning our entry points. But what about exits? I see so many...
Justin Maxwell
May 6, 20233 min read
Staying Motivated and Disciplined in Options Trading: Keys to Long-term Success
Today I’m diving into the ‘secret sauce’ of successful trading: maintaining motivation and discipline. At Good Kids Trading (GKT), we're...
Justin Maxwell
Apr 28, 20233 min read
Beginner’s Guide to Options Trading – Buying Put Options
In this Beginner’s Guide to Options Trading series, I am covering basic option concepts in their most simple form. Check out the first...
Dr Eric B.
Apr 19, 20236 min read
Beginner’s Guide to Options Trading – Overview
Good Kids Trading is a community of ordinary people who all share an interest in trading options. Some good kids (we like to refer to...
Dr Eric B.
Apr 9, 20236 min read
From Stock Trading, Investing, and Option Trading: The Role of Diversification in a Portfolio
We've all heard "don't put your eggs in one basket!" I take the same approach with my trading and investing. As an experienced trader, I...
Justin Maxwell
Apr 6, 20233 min read
Behind Every Successful Trader: The Importance of Hard Work and Continuous Learning
Don't underestimate the significant amount of time and effort that successful people have invested in their pursuit of progress. Although...
Justin Maxwell
Mar 30, 20234 min read
Using Trading Profits for Tangible Rewards
I'm sure you have heard so many people (including me) discuss how stock trading is passive income, but there really is not any income if...
Justin Maxwell
Mar 1, 20233 min read
Focusing on outcomes of Covered Calls and Sold Puts, not P/L of the option
Disclaimer: everything I'm discussing is for educational purposes only. I am not a professional financial advisor, nor am I making any...
Justin Maxwell
Jan 26, 20234 min read
The Unexpected Outcomes of Investing in Your Education: A Personal Journey as an Options Trader
As an experienced trader, I can attest to the fact that participating in mentorships, joining trading communities, and spending time (and...
Justin Maxwell
Jan 20, 20233 min read
Beginner’s Guide to Buying Call Options
Welcome back to the Beginner’s Guide to Options Trading series. In case you missed it, check out this overview article where we covered...
Dr Eric B.
Jan 10, 20236 min read
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