Hey, I'm Sam.
Welcome to Trades by Sam — your new cozy corner of the trading internet.
If you've landed here, chances are you're somewhere on the trading journey. Maybe you're just starting out and feeling completely overwhelmed. Maybe you've been at it for a while but consistency feels like a moving target. Maybe you've blown an account or two, fallen for a guru or three, and you're tired of the noise.
Same. I've been there.
This blog exists because I couldn't find the kind of trading content I actually wanted to read. Everything felt either too flashy, too vague, or too focused on making trading look glamorous rather than showing what it actually takes.
So I decided to build it myself.
What This Blog Is About
Trades by Sam is a space for real traders who want to get better — not just at executing trades, but at thinking clearly, managing risk, and building the kind of consistency that actually lasts.
Here's a glimpse of everything we'll be covering:
📈 Trading Theories & Methods
Dow Theory, Wyckoff Method, Auction Market Theory, trend progression, supply and demand, price action and more. We'll break it all down in plain English — no unnecessary jargon, no gatekeeping.
🧠 Psychology & Mindset
The mental side of trading is where most people lose. We'll talk about discipline, emotional management, building good habits, and why your mindset is your most important edge.
⚙️ Strategy & Systems
How to build a trading system that actually fits your lifestyle. Rules, frameworks, checklists and the kind of structure that removes emotion from your decision making.
🏢 Prop Firms
Honest reviews, comparisons, tips for passing challenges, and how to navigate the prop firm landscape without getting burned. No fluff, no paid promotions disguised as opinions.
💰 Compounding & Account Growth
The boring but powerful math behind growing a trading account consistently over time. We'll talk targets, scaling, and thinking long term.
🛡️ Navigating the Industry & Avoiding Scams
The trading industry is full of people trying to take your money. I'll share what to watch out for, how to spot red flags, and how to protect yourself as you build.
📚 Books, Tools & Reviews
Honest takes on trading books, journals, platforms, brokers, tools and resources. Comparisons that actually help you decide — not just affiliate link dumps.
✍️ My Story & Anecdotes
Real reflections from my own trading journey. The wins, the losses, the lessons, and everything in between. Because trading is deeply personal and I think sharing our stories makes us all better.
🌿 Community
More than anything, I want this to be a place where traders genuinely help each other. No egos, no gurus — just people who love markets and want to get better every single day.
Who This Is For
This blog is for you if:
You're tired of the trading guru culture and want something real
You're struggling with consistency and want practical frameworks
You want to understand the markets more deeply
You're curious about prop firms and don't know where to start
You want to build a trading practice that feels calm and intentional
You just love markets and want a community that does too
How to Follow Along
The best way to stay connected is to subscribe to the newsletter below. I send updates once or twice a month — no spam, just the good stuff.
You can also find me on:
YouTube: @trades_by_sam
X (Twitter): @trades_by_sam
Instagram & TikTok: @theescprotocol
And if you have questions, want to share your story, or just want to say hi — reply to any email, DM me or drop a comment. I read everything.
Trade calm. Think clear. Build consistency.
— Sam 🌿