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Designing a Weekly Review That Actually Improves Your Trading

Designing a Weekly Review That Actually Improves Your Trading

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Weekly Review Blueprint for Transforming Metrics into Trading Success

1. STRATEGY CONTEXT

In the fast-paced world of trading, a structured weekly review can be the difference between stagnation and success. This Playbook is designed for swing and position traders who aim to refine their strategies by transforming raw metrics into actionable insights. A disciplined weekly review helps traders understand market structure, manage risk conditions, adapt to volatility regimes, and avoid common behavioral pitfalls like FOMO and oversizing.

2. THE STRATEGY: STEP-BY-STEP

  1. Schedule Your Review

    • Set a fixed time each week for your review. Consistency is key. Allocate at least one hour to ensure a thorough analysis.

  2. Gather Your Data

    • Collect all trade data for the week, including entry/exit points, position sizes, and outcomes. Use the Decision Edge Dashboard for a snapshot of market conditions during your trades.

  3. Analyze Market Conditions

    • Review the Market Dashboard to understand the market state (Bullish, Neutral, Warning, At-Risk) during your trades. Adjust your strategy based on these insights. For example, if the dashboard was in a Warning state, consider reducing position sizes by 50%.

  4. Evaluate Risk Conditions

    • Check the Crash Warning Index (CWI). If it was above 6 during your trades, assess whether your risk management was adequate. Consider using ≤2% risk per trade in such conditions.

  5. Assess Volatility

    • Look at the ATR% to understand the volatility regime. If ATR% was above 1.2, evaluate if you adjusted your stop-losses and position sizes appropriately.

  6. Examine Breadth and Internals

    • Use % Above 50-DMA and A/D Net to gauge trend health and internal strength. If these indicators showed weakness, consider how this affected your trade outcomes.

  7. Identify Recurring Mistakes

    • Document common errors, such as entering trades without confirmation or ignoring stop-losses. Use this data to develop strategies to mitigate these mistakes.

  8. Adjust Your Trading Plan

    • Translate insights into actionable adjustments. If you noticed a pattern of losses in volatile markets, consider tightening your risk parameters.

  9. Incorporate Feedback Loops

    • Establish a system for ongoing feedback. Use peer reviews or mentor insights to refine your review process.

3. MARKETVIBE FEATURE INTEGRATION

  • Decision Edge Dashboard: Provides a clear view of market conditions, aiding in the analysis of trade environments.
  • Market Dashboard: Guides behavior based on market states, helping adjust strategies accordingly.
  • Crash Warning Index (CWI): Aids in assessing risk levels and adjusting position sizes.
  • ATR%: Helps in understanding volatility and adjusting trade parameters like stop-losses.

4. REAL-WORLD EXAMPLE

Imagine you had a week where the % Above 50-DMA rose from 38% to 47%, indicating improving breadth. The CWI was at 5.4, with the Market Dashboard showing a Neutral state. The Tech Sector Score improved from 62 to 70, suggesting sector leadership. However, the ATR% was trending above 1.15, indicating high volatility.

In this scenario, you would:

  • Maintain normal position sizes due to the Neutral market state.
  • Adjust stop-losses wider by 10% due to elevated ATR%.
  • Focus on tech stocks due to their improving sector score.

Using the Daily Edge execution panel, set a Buy direction with a Price Low of $150 and a Price High of $155, noting "watch 50DMA" for additional confirmation.

5. COMMON PITFALLS

  • Ignoring Market Conditions: Failing to adjust strategies based on the Market Dashboard can lead to unnecessary losses.
  • Overlooking Volatility: Not adapting to ATR% changes can result in inappropriate stop-loss placements.
  • Behavioral Biases: Emotional trading, such as chasing trades, can be mitigated by sticking to a structured review process.

6. OPTIONAL FRAMEWORK SECTION

📋 PLAN

  • Define entry rules based on market conditions.
  • Set risk parameters using CWI and ATR%.
  • Prepare a watchlist focusing on sectors with high scores.

⚡ EXECUTE

  • Use the Daily Edge for precise entry and exit points.
  • Follow order execution logic based on predefined criteria.

📊 MONITOR

  • Track trade performance and market conditions.
  • Adjust stops if the market state changes.
  • Conduct a nightly review to prepare for the next day.

7. PLAYBOOK CHECKLIST

□ Clear tactical objective — Improve trading performance through structured weekly reviews.
□ Specific entry rules and thresholds — Use Market Dashboard states and CWI levels to guide trades.
□ Risk rules with numbers — Adjust risk per trade based on CWI and ATR% levels.
□ 2–4 MarketVibe references — Utilize Decision Edge, Market Dashboard, CWI, and ATR% for comprehensive analysis.
□ Real example with numbers — Apply strategy using hypothetical market data and trade scenarios.
□ Common pitfalls — Avoid ignoring market conditions and behavioral biases.
□ Execution checklist — Follow a structured sequence for preparing, entering, managing, and exiting trades.

If you’d like a structured way to monitor these signals and run your daily plan, MarketVibe provides dashboards and execution tools at 1marketvibe.com.

This article is for educational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. Trading involves risk, and you should consult with a financial advisor before making any investment decisions.