Nice discussion going on....
This is what i have observed in trading........
1. Any average trading method will be able to keep you in green but the thing is
one has to take every single trading signal generated by method. If one tries to use one's logic over method then he/she is done. Use logic in making of method not in following it.
2. For above to be correct,
one must have a very sound money management plan. MM is not just entering trade, exiting, or putting SL. Its everything how you handle your account. Size, risks, profit/loss, withdrawals, expanses.
3. Last but not least. I dont see anyone talking about trading capital required for trading here. Many traders think they can enter with a few thousands and get X % of profit and they will cover their expanses and increase account value.. all bull... one need to be properly capitalized. We know trading can give 5, 10, 20 50 or even 100%
. but it would be fullish to expect such high returns no matter whether u r intraday trader or swing trader. I personally would not expect more than 5% per month. and those 5% should be able to cover all ur expanses + make some saving for account growth.
In short one should be properly capitalized.