Common Mistakes Funded Traders Make
Most blown accounts come down to a handful of avoidable mistakes. Recognise them and you're already ahead of the pack.
The big five
- Oversizing positions and breaching the drawdown
- Revenge trading after a loss
- Ignoring the daily loss limit
- Over-trading out of boredom
- Chasing the profit target instead of letting it come
How to avoid them
Fix your risk per trade, set a personal daily stop, and trade only your A-plus setups. Boredom isn't a setup, and revenge isn't a strategy.
Frequently Asked
What is the number one mistake?+
Breaking the daily loss limit on an emotional trade. It ends more evaluations than any strategy flaw.
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Last updated 2026-06-11.