Jack Carter Trading

Hey traders,

Let’s be real — trading can feel overwhelming sometimes.

Especially when you get caught in the trap of trying to trade too much — too many tickers, too many trades, too many strategies.

Then there’s the constant question of when to get in.

And right when you’ve got that figured out, the next stress hits: when to get out.

These two questions are some of the biggest sources of anxiety for traders.

But what if I told you there’s a way to trade that cuts down on that stress and keeps you calm, focused, and in control?

The key is having a structured weekly trading plan.

Why Structure Matters in Trading

Imagine trying to trade without a clear plan. You’re glued to your screen, second-guessing every move, reacting to every market move and every piece of news.

That’s not trading — that’s chaos.

A structured strategy removes that chaos by giving you a roadmap.

You know exactly when you’re entering and exiting, so there’s no more “should I do this now, or wait?” running through your mind every minute of the day.

For me, the structure took me a while. I hit upon more than a decade ago — means getting in on Tuesday and letting my trades automatically close out on Friday.

A Plan That Cuts the Stress

Let’s break this down:

When to get in: For most traders, this is a guessing game. Is today the right day? Should I wait for a dip? A structured plan answers that for you. For me, the answer is simple: Tuesday. That’s when I enter my trades.
When to get out: If you’ve ever stared at a winning trade, trying to decide if you should close it now or wait for a little more profit, you know the mental toll that takes. With my plan, there’s no hemming and hawing. My trades close automatically on Friday, whether I’ve hit my target or not. No stress, no guesswork.

This kind of structure means I’ve eliminated two of the biggest stressors in trading. And let me tell you, once those are off your plate, trading becomes so much easier.

Limiting Market Exposure

Here’s another benefit: With a plan like this, I’m only exposed to the market for three days a week.

Think about that for a second. The market’s open five days a week, but I’m only “in it” for three of those. That means I’m not sitting on pins and needles through the weekend or wondering what the market will do Monday morning. My exposure is limited, and so is my stress.

Plus, less exposure means less risk. You’re not leaving yourself open to surprise moves outside your control. Instead, you’re focused on a specific window of opportunity.

The Power of Process Over Emotion

When you have a structured plan, you’re not reacting to every headline or market movement. You’re following a process.

That’s huge, because trading based on emotions rarely ends well. Fear, greed, impatience — they all lead to impulsive decisions. But when you know exactly what you’re doing and when you’re doing it, there’s no room for those emotions to creep in.

Instead, you’re trading with clarity and confidence, focused on the process rather than the noise.

The Bottom Line

A structured weekly strategy isn’t just about simplifying your trading. It’s about making your life easier — and giving you more time to live life.

By knowing exactly when to get in and when to get out, you’re cutting out the guesswork and stress that plague most traders. And by limiting your market exposure, you’re trading smarter, not harder.

So, if you’ve ever felt overwhelmed or stressed out by trading, take a step back. Simplify. Create a structured plan and stick to it.

And if you’re curious how I’ve been using this kind of structure in my own trading, you might want to check out what I’ve got going on this week. It’s a game-changer.

Trade well,

Jack Carter

This Week’s Stocks

We’re in a bull market, baby! And this week’s three trending stocks are surging higher!

Check them out here:

ATEN

CALM

TSEM

And don’t forget about last week’s list, which you can find here.

This week’s stocks show a strong trend and could still be in play for the next few weeks.

What can you do with these stocks?

Well, there are a couple of things you could consider — after doing your own research, of course:

You could just buy the stock. This is probably the simplest thing you could do. Then just wait for it to go up and sell when you hit a profit target you’re comfortable with. This is only for stocks we’re long on. For stocks we’re short on, you can short them.

You could buy an option. You know I’m not a fan of speculative plays, but every once in a while it doesn’t hurt to throw a little cash at a speculative option. Of course, while options can move bigtime if the stock goes up… the downside of options is that you have a time limit on how quickly you need the stock to make that move. So think about your risk tolerance and consider buying calls or puts depending on the stock recommendations above.

You could do an income play. If you’ve been following me for any length of time, you know that I’m a big fan of income plays, because they increase your odds of winning. We do this by SELLING options instead of buying them. If you haven’t tried your hand at income trading yet, I urge you to try this exercise for yourself.

Without risking any money, it will really let you see the power of income trading and why it’s my favorite method.

Whether you end up doing naked puts, covered calls or some kind of spread (like this bull put spread example), income plays like these are really my preferred method to use when I’ve found a great trending stock like the ones on this week’s list.

Because even if the trend comes to an end, you don’t have to be exactly right. With a direction play like buying a call, you have to be exactly right. But an income play gives you a lot more “leeway”, where the stock can move against you and you still have room to breathe and win the trade.

That’s it for now.

Stay tuned, because I’ll be sending you a new list of TrendPoint Best Trending Stocks every week! (usually Mondays)