Bernd Skorupinski - #1 Ranked Prop Trader in the World | The Psychology of Winning Traders
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Bernd Skorupinski is the FTMO All-Time Record Holder and top-ranked trader at the world’s largest forex prop firm, having dominated their leaderboard over 120 times. With 11+ years as a full-time multi-asset trader, $4M+ under management, and a verified track record of accurately calling major market moves, Bernd is the CEO of Online Trading Campus—a licensed investment consultancy helping traders escape the 99% who lose and join the elite 1% who consistently win.
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➡️ Talking Points
00:00 – Intro
01:35 – What Successful Traders Really Focus On
03:03 – The Rise of Day Trading
08:00 – Becoming a Trader
14:06 – The Harsh Truth About Trading
24:20 – Why Bernd Stands Out
27:25 – Beginner Trading Advice
34:07 – Sponsor Break
36:51 – Swing Trading Explained
43:15 – What People Actually Trade
53:18 – Trading Myths Debunked
57:01 – Market Outlook for 2026
1:12:00 – Sponsor Break
1:14:31 – The Trader’s Blueprint
1:15:29 – AI & Algo Trading: Bernd’s Take
1:18:09 – “Set and Forget” Trading Philosophy
1:23:48 – Passion Comes After Skill
1:30:30 – Realistic Expectations for New Traders
1:39:45 – The #1 Mistake Traders Make
1:41:24 – Advice to a 20-Year-Old Bernd
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