125 episodes

Mastering trading is not about mastering markets but mastering yourself. The AlphaMind Podcast focuses on the 'Trader Self'. We look at the person doing the trading, their interactions with the market, the impact the market has on them, and the skills, actions and activities needed to navigate their way through the complex and uncertain terrain of financial, commodity, energy and crypto markets.

The AlphaMind Podcast Steven Goldstein & Mark Randall

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    • 4.7 • 109 Ratings

Mastering trading is not about mastering markets but mastering yourself. The AlphaMind Podcast focuses on the 'Trader Self'. We look at the person doing the trading, their interactions with the market, the impact the market has on them, and the skills, actions and activities needed to navigate their way through the complex and uncertain terrain of financial, commodity, energy and crypto markets.

    #125 Rajan Dhall: Great Trading Lessons from a Humble Trader

    #125 Rajan Dhall: Great Trading Lessons from a Humble Trader

    Welcome to the AlphaMind Podcast! In this episode, we're thrilled to sit down with Rajan Dhall, a remarkable trader and the head of the UK-based proprietary trading firm, DND Capital.

    Rajan generously shares insights from his journey in the trading world, offering invaluable lessons learned along the way. Despite his significant success, Rajan's approach remains grounded in humility. He walks us through pivotal moments in his career, recounting challenges faced both in trading and in his early life, and the profound lessons that have shaped him into the trader he is today.

    His story serves as a testament to perseverance and continuous learning. Our conversation covers a diverse range of themes, from Rajan's unique market perspectives to his adept combination of fundamental and technical analysis with sentiment analysis. We delve into the importance of mindset, discipline, and risk management, with Rajan sharing practical strategies for maintaining composure during volatile market conditions.

    Drawing from his rich experiences, Rajan emphasizes the value of resilience and adaptability in navigating the ever-evolving financial markets. His humility, paired with his depth of knowledge and experience, makes this episode essential listening for traders at all levels. Whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting out, Rajan offers valuable insights and actionable takeaways that are sure to enhance your trading journey.

    Join us for this enlightening conversation with Rajan Dhall as we uncover great trading lessons from a truly humble trader.

    You can find more about DND Capital Ltd at https://dndcapital.co.uk/
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    AlphaMind: Powering Performance in Global Markets


    AlphaMind brings powerful change, growth and development to people and businesses within global markets.


    Driven by a deep understanding of how markets work, and how people and businesses function within them, we partner with clients to create personal performance improvements that elevate returns across their trading activities.

    Go to the AlphaMind website to know more.

    • 1 hr 2 min
    #124 Mohammad Ali: The Macro and The Micro of Trading, and so much more.

    #124 Mohammad Ali: The Macro and The Micro of Trading, and so much more.

    In this episode we dive deep into the world of trading with Mohammad Ali, a seasoned trader with a rich background in financial markets. 
    As the former Head of Global FX Trading at TD Securities, Mohammad brings a wealth of experience to the table. In this captivating episode, he shares invaluable insights and knowledge that will challenge and inspire traders of all levels.

    Drawing from his extensive experience, Mohammad discusses the profound impact of macroeconomic events on trading decisions, coupled with his nuanced understanding of liquidity, sentiment, and market dynamics at the micro level.

    We explore a myriad of topics, from Mohammad's reflections on his trading journey to his candid perspectives on navigating the financial markets. He offers frank insights into his career trajectory, reflecting on how experience has shaped his approach and what he would do differently given the chance.


    Moreover, Mohammad's expertise extends beyond trading floors. He now curates a remarkable newsletter, collaborating with leading traders from investment banks to hedge funds. From his base in Canada, he extends this valuable resource to both institutional and retail traders alike, bridging the gap between professional insights and private trading communities.


    Tune in to this episode and uncover the secrets of successful trading with Mohammad Ali.

    You can subscribe for Mohammad's Purity Macro Newsletter at : https://puritymacro.substack.com/

    You can follow Mohammad on
    Twitter at this link: https://twitter.com/macroali1
    Linkedin at this link: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mohammad-h-ali-cfa-340751a


    AlphaMind: Powering Performance in Global Markets


    AlphaMind brings powerful change, growth and development to people and businesses within global markets.


    Driven by a deep understanding of how markets work, and how people and businesses function within them, we partner with clients to create personal performance improvements that elevate returns across their trading activities.

    Go to the AlphaMind website to know more.

    • 54 min
    #123 Steven Goldstein: New Book - Mastering the Mental Game of Trading

    #123 Steven Goldstein: New Book - Mastering the Mental Game of Trading

    AlphaMind Podcast co-host Mark Randall engages in a dynamic interview with fellow co-host Steven Goldstein about his new book, "Mastering the Mental Game of Trading."

    This groundbreaking book has been making waves in the trading world, and Mark is on a mission to uncover the essence of its revolutionary concepts.

    Mark peppers Steven with insightful questions, extracting profound insights about the book's core concepts and its overarching purpose.

    Steven, in turn, takes listeners on an immersive journey through the pages of "Mastering the Mental Game of Trading," sharing invaluable thoughts and perspectives on the critical importance for traders to conquer the mental challenges inherent in the industry and the well-guarded secrets behind maintaining composure and making sound trading decisions in the face of adversity.

    Join us for an enriching dialogue that goes beyond the surface, as Steven and Mark unravel the layers of mastering the mental game of trading, offering a transformative listening experience for anyone seeking success in the dynamic and challenging realm of financial markets.

    To learn more about the book, visit https://www.masteringthementalgameoftrading.com

    Buy the book at these links: linktr.ee/MTMGOT
    AlphaMind: Powering Performance in Global Markets


    AlphaMind brings powerful change, growth and development to people and businesses within global markets.


    Driven by a deep understanding of how markets work, and how people and businesses function within them, we partner with clients to create personal performance improvements that elevate returns across their trading activities.

    Go to the AlphaMind website to know more.

    • 46 min
    #122 Mark Randall: Setting your Trading Edge for 2024

    #122 Mark Randall: Setting your Trading Edge for 2024

    AlphaMind Podcast co-host Mark Randall reflects on insights gained from our podcast guests that he considers vital for traders as they look forward to 2024. 
    With an illustrious career spanning over four decades in the financial markets, Mark initiated his journey as one of the pioneering traders on the LIFFE London Futures Exchange. Over time, he transitioned into pivotal roles, spearheading broking and sales divisions at major investment banks, lending him a wealth of experience and expertise in the field.


    Mark's reflections on our podcast discussions shed light on indispensable lessons for traders as they gear up for the challenges and opportunities of 2024.


    You can also hear this episode on our Youtube Channel at this link: https://bit.ly/3J54QWx


     You can follow Mark at:
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    LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/3tLqU6I


    Follow AlphaMind at:
    Twitter: https://bit.ly/3J9SNHQ
    Newsletter: https://bit.ly/AM_Newsletter_SS
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    Instagram: https://bit.ly/AM101_Insta


    Book:
    Mastering the Mental Game of Trading by AlphaMind’s Steven Goldstein: https://bit.ly/MTMGOT_page


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    AlphaMind: Powering Performance in Global Markets


    AlphaMind brings powerful change, growth and development to people and businesses within global markets.


    Driven by a deep understanding of how markets work, and how people and businesses function within them, we partner with clients to create personal performance improvements that elevate returns across their trading activities.

    Go to the AlphaMind website to know more.

    • 54 min
    #121 Jason Shapiro: The Ultimate Contrarian Trader is Back

    #121 Jason Shapiro: The Ultimate Contrarian Trader is Back

    In this compelling episode of the AlphaMind Podcast, we immerse ourselves in the captivating realm of 'contrarian trading' with the remarkable Jason Shapiro, renowned as 'the contrarian' in Jack Schwager's "Unknown Market Wizards." Shapiro's adeptness in mastering the art of contrarian trading challenges the very core of many mainstream trading ideologies.
    This episode marks Jason's third appearance on the AlphaMind podcast, each visit sparking some fascinating feedback and gratitude from our listeners. Once again, Jason generously shares insights into his distinctive trading philosophy, shedding light on the nuanced approach that sets him apart in the trading landscape.

    Listeners, whether novices or seasoned traders, will discover invaluable guidance from Shapiro: courageously embrace discomfort, glean wisdom from setbacks, and cultivate the bravery to adopt a contrarian stance when your analysis and process justify it. Join us as we delve into the mind of this extraordinary trader whose unconventional strategies continuously redefine the dynamics of the trading arena.


    You can find out more about Jason at the Crowded Market report at this link:  https://www.crowdedmarketreport.com/about/
    Crowded Market Report on Twitter: https://twitter.com/Crowded_Mkt_Rpt
    Crowded Market Report on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/cmr-publishing/
    AlphaMind: Powering Performance in Global Markets


    AlphaMind brings powerful change, growth and development to people and businesses within global markets.


    Driven by a deep understanding of how markets work, and how people and businesses function within them, we partner with clients to create personal performance improvements that elevate returns across their trading activities.

    Go to the AlphaMind website to know more.

    • 1 hr 21 min
    #120 Louisa Nicola: The Synergy of Fitness, Nutrition, Wellness, and Trading Mastery

    #120 Louisa Nicola: The Synergy of Fitness, Nutrition, Wellness, and Trading Mastery

    It is all to easy to think the answer to success in trading solely hinges on top-tier analysis and the application of sophisticated trading approaches and systems. However, overlooking the essential factor of nurturing and optimising the person doing the analysis and applying their trading decisions within the volatile and uncertain context of markets is a critical oversight.

    This week we tackled this topic with Louisa Nicola, a renowned neurophysiologist and human performance coach, who is a visionary in the realm of optimising high performance in trading, investing and business.

    During the interview, Louisa emphasised the symbiotic relationship between physical well-being and cognitive performance. She articulated how nutrition, good quality sleep, and physical exercise fuels not only the body but also the mind, enhancing decision-making abilities, and the vital mental resilience crucial for navigating the dynamic and uncertain landscape of trading.

    Louisa's insights should inspire and empower you to adopt a comprehensive approach to your own lives, acknowledging the profound impact of wellness on your success in your work as a trader and beyond.

    Louisa is the founder and head performance advisor of Neuro Athletics - a human performance coaching firm that boasts the highest performing athletes and executives in the world. Neuro Athletics brings science based solutions to elite performers who want to perform at their peak.

    You can find out more about Louisa, her business, her podcast and social media links at this link.
    AlphaMind: Powering Performance in Global Markets


    AlphaMind brings powerful change, growth and development to people and businesses within global markets.


    Driven by a deep understanding of how markets work, and how people and businesses function within them, we partner with clients to create personal performance improvements that elevate returns across their trading activities.

    Go to the AlphaMind website to know more.

    • 52 min

Customer Reviews

4.7 out of 5
109 Ratings

109 Ratings

JMan7544787 ,

Fantastic

The best trading psychology podcast out there hands down

JYD5273 ,

Self Realization

This podcast is remarkable. Leave your ego behind and become the best you can be. Thanks guys!

maddie@podcastingyou ,

Great podcast!

This podcast is a great resource for traders everywhere! Steven and Mark’s holistic approach to trading is transformative and inspiring.

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