It's possible to trade profitably on the Forex, the nearly $2 trillion worldwide currency exchange market. But the odds are against you, even more so if you don't prepare and plan your trades. According to a 2014 Bloomberg report, several analyses of retail Forex trading, including one by the National Futures Association (NFA), the industry's regulatory body, concluded that more than two out of three Forex traders lose money.
This suggests that self-education and caution are recommended. Here are some approaches that may improve your odds of taking a profit.
Prepare Before You Begin Trading
Because the Forex market is highly leveraged -- as much as 50 to 1 -- it can have the same appeal as buying a lottery ticket: some small chance of making a killing. This, however, isn't trading; it's gambling, with the odds long against you.
A better way of entering the Forex market is to carefully prepare. Beginning with a practice account is helpful and risk-free. While you're trading in your practice account, read the most frequently recommended Forex trading books, among them
Currency Forecasting: A Guide to Fundamental and Technical Models of Exchange Rate Determination, by Michael R. Rosenberg is short, not too sweet and highly admired introduction to the Forex market.
Forex Strategies: Best Forex Strategies for High Profits and Reduced Risk, by Matthew Maybury is an excellent introduction to Forex trading.
The Little Book of Currency Trading: How to Make Big Profits in the World of Forex, by Kathy Lien is another concise introduction that has stood the test of time.
All three are available on Amazon. Rosenberg's book, unfortunately, is pricey, but it's widely available in public libraries. "Trading in the Zone: Master the Market with Confidence, Discipline and a Winning Attitude," by Mark Douglas is another good book that's available on Amazon, and, again, somewhat pricey, although the Kindle edition is not.
Use the information gained from your reading to plan your trades before plunging in. The more you change your plan, the more you end up in trouble and the less likely that elusive forex profit will end up in your pocket.
Diversify and Limit Your Risks
Two strategies that belong in every trader's arsenal are:
Diversification: Traders who execute many small traders, particularly in different markets where the correlation between markets is low, have a better chance of making a profit. Putting all your money in one big trade is always a bad idea.
Familiarize yourself with ways guaranteeing a profit on an already profitable order, such as a trailing stop, and of limiting losses using stop and limit orders. These strategies and more are covered in the recommended books. Novice traders often make the mistake of concentrating on how to win; it's even more important to understand how to limit your losses.
Be Patient
Forex traders, particularly beginners, are prone to getting nervous if a trade does not go their way immediately, or if the trade goes into a little profit they get itchy to pull the plug and walk away with a small profit that could have been a significant profit with little downside risk using appropriate risk reduction strategies.
In "On Any Given Sunday," Al Pacino reminds us that "football is a game of inches." That's a winning attitude in the Forex market as well. Remember that you are going to win some trades and lose others. Take satisfaction in the accumulation of a few more wins than losses. Over time, that could make you rich!
CAJUN LIME CHICKEN AVOCADO CORN SALAD
Cajun Lime Chicken Avocado Corn Salad – this salad has so much flavor! Creamy, light, and drizzled with a Cilantro Lime Dressing. It is quick and easy to make and perfect for your next barbecue or get together. Light on the calories – coming in at only 202 calories per 1 cup serving.
The best part? It’s just as delicious the next day, making this a good meal for your to-go lunches for either work, school, or travel.
Cajun Lime Chicken Avocado Corn Salad - this salad has so much flavor! Creamy, light, and drizzled with a Cilantro Lime Dressing. It is quick and easy to make and perfect for your next barbecue or get together. Light on the calories - coming in at only 203 calories per 1 cup serving.
The best part? It's just as delicious the next day, making this a good meal for your to-go lunches for either work, school, or travel.
Ingredients
- Blackened Chicken:
- 1/2 lb chicken breast boneless, skinless, thinly sliced
- 1 tbsp olive oil extra virgin
- 1/8 tsp salt or to taste
- black pepper to taste
- 1/4 tsp smoked paprika or regular
- 1/8 tsp onion powder
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- 1/8 tsp ground cumin
- 1/8 tsp chili powder
- 1/8 tsp oregano
- 1/2 lime juiced
- Cilantro Lime Juice Dressing:
- 3 tbsp lime juice
- 2 tbsp olive oil extra virgin
- 1 tbsp cilantro freshly chopped (or parsley)
- 1/4 tsp salt or to taste
- 1/8 tsp pepper or to taste
- 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes or to taste, optional
- Salad:
- 1 english cucumber cut lengthwise and then into slices
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
- 1/4 medium red onion sliced thin
- 1 ear of corn cooked
- 1 medium avocado pitted, peeled, diced
Instructions
- Chicken:
- Preheat a nonstick griddle pan over medium heat with 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Be sure to brush the olive oil to coat the entire pan.
- Remove chicken from package. Rinse and pat dry.
- Combine all seasonings and 1 tablespoon of olive oil into a mixing bowl (or Ziploc bag).
- Add the chicken breast and toss to coat.
- Once the grill pan is heated, at the chicken breast and cook on each side approximately 3-4 minutes, flipping once. Time will be dependent on the thickness of the chicken breast.
- Remove from pan to a plate and allow to cool.
- Cilantro Lime Juice Dressing:
- While the chicken is cooking, combine all ingredients for the dressing into a small mixing bowl. Whisk to thoroughly combine.
- Salad:
- Once the chicken has cooled, cut each breast into small cubes. Combine in a large bowl with salad ingredients: cucumber, tomatoes, red onion, corn, and avocados.
- Drizzle dressing over the top. Toss to fully combine.
0 Response to " CAJUN LIME CHICKEN AVOCADO CORN SALAD"
Post a Comment