My Daily Trading Workflow (30–60 Minutes)
I do not trade for a living. I trade alongside a normal job, daily responsibilities, and unpredictable schedules.
That reality shapes everything — especially my daily workflow. What follows is not an ideal routine, but one that actually survives real life.
No Morning Rush
I don’t wake up early just to “prepare the market.” If a workflow depends on discipline alone, it usually breaks.
My preparation happens the night before or during quiet moments, not in a rushed morning window filled with expectations.
The 30–60 Minute Rule
My daily trading activity rarely exceeds one hour. Sometimes it’s 30 minutes. Sometimes I do nothing at all.
This limit is intentional. It forces clarity and removes the illusion that more screen time equals better results.
What I Actually Do
Most days follow a simple pattern:
- Check higher-timeframe structure
- Review levels marked previously
- Wait for confirmation or stand aside
There is no scanning of dozens of instruments. No constant indicator adjustments. No emotional chasing.
When I Don’t Trade
Not trading is part of the workflow.
If price action is unclear or my attention is divided, I close the platform without forcing engagement.
Consistency over time matters more than activity in any single session.
Why This Works for Me
A short workflow keeps trading from bleeding into the rest of my life.
It protects energy, reduces emotional exposure, and allows trading to remain a deliberate practice instead of background noise.
This approach may look slow, but it is sustainable — and sustainability is the real edge for a part-time trader.
This workflow is built on the trading environment I described earlier in this series.