Process6 min read
The two-minute pre-trade routine that prevents sloppy entries
A compact sequence for checking context, invalidation, risk, and execution before a setup turns into a position.
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Notes from the desk
Process, risk, and product — written for traders who journal for edge, not scrapbook screenshots.
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