We all know conventional wisdom is that electronic trading is often considered "you" versus the "machine." The reality more often is "you" versus "you."

So, what do you do when markets "dare you" to get in or out, reverse, add more or give up? The nature of electronic trading calls for developing unique emotional, intellectual and psychological tools and methods to achieve success. Controlling yourself is what this unique session is all about.

Watch three renowned experts in the field: Brett N. Steenbarger, Ph.D., Doug Hirschhorn, Ph.D., and Denise K. Shull, M.A. conduct a no-nonsense discussion and answer questions about what it really takes to attain peak performance electronic trading (Moderated by James Oliff – Vice Chairman, CME Board of Directors

Topics Include:

• Common emotional pitfalls traders face and how to solve them
• Causes and cures for unplanned, impulsive and compulsive trading
• Dealing with unrecognized and unmanaged emotions in relation to trading
• How expert performers develop over time and how this process can help traders accelerate their learning curves
• What is necessary for peak performance trading

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Peak Performance requires alteration of perceptions and thought There is a common path toward peak performance Success if a function of talent, skill, effort and opportunity Training yields a positive psychology

Fear of missing out Focusing on the money Losing Objectivity Taking inappropriate risk

Anyone can be afflicted A few unplanned trades change everything Often mystifying: Intellect does not resolve

Q&A Session (audio only)