| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Program | CTI Funded Account |
| Result | PASSED ✅ |
| Account Size | $100,000 |
| Weekly Earnings | $10,000 in a single week |
| Recent Payout | $8,400 |
| Best Return | 12-13% in one week |
| Risk Per Trade | 0.5% to 1.5% |
| Risk-to-Reward | 1:3 |
| Validation | ✅ Validated by CTI Risk Team |
Top Advice for Traders
- Understand Your Why: Don’t trade solely for money; find a deeper motivation.
- Stick to a Plan: Have a strategy and be disciplined enough to follow it.
- Manage Your Risk: Keep your losses small and don’t let them spiral.
- Be Patient: Wait for the right setup rather than forcing trades.
- Learn from Failures: Every loss is an opportunity to refine your approach.
- Stay Healthy: Maintain a balanced lifestyle to keep your mind sharp.
A Leap into Trading
Vil’s trading journey started over a decade ago, and like many traders, it was far from smooth sailing. Originally working in hospitality, Vil’s first foray into trading was more akin to gambling—random trades, no research, and no strategy. Unsurprisingly, this led to losses. However, these early experiences fueled his desire to master trading. Vil’s passion for economics and his willingness to take risks led him to pursue trading seriously in 2020, after losing his job during the pandemic.
The Turning Point
Realizing that he needed structure and guidance, Vil immersed himself in learning, absorbing information from various mentors. He first experimented with swing trading, influenced by an American mentor from the “Conquer Trading and Investing” channel. However, Vil found that the returns weren’t enough for his goals, particularly on a small account. This led him to explore day trading and scalping, where he combined strategies from another mentor, “Trade Talk,” and added his unique approach to create a method that finally clicked.
Key Strategies and Insights
Vil’s strategy centers on combining supply and demand zones with support and resistance levels. He emphasizes the importance of patience and not rushing into trades. For Vil, timing is critical; he prefers to trade only one session per day, either London or New York, and avoids overtrading, which he recognizes as a common pitfall. He typically waits for the market to settle before entering trades, allowing the early volatility to play out. His approach is methodical: he looks for confirmation before fully committing to a trade, and he always has a clear exit strategy.
A Breakthrough Week
Last week was a milestone for Vil. With a 100K funded account from CTI, which he secured after investing only $400, Vil earned a staggering 10K in one week. This achievement wasn’t just luck—it was the result of years of learning, failing, and refining his strategies. Vil attributes much of his success to his disciplined approach, where he limits his daily risk and sticks to his trading plan. His biggest insight? The importance of accepting losses and moving on without letting them affect his future decisions.
Choosing CTI: The Right Fit
When choosing a prop firm, Vil conducted thorough research. He found that City Traders Imperium (CTI) offered the flexibility and structure he needed to succeed. CTI’s non-trailing drawdown and clear, trader-friendly rules were crucial in helping him maintain consistency and avoid the emotional pitfalls that come with tighter restrictions.
Closing Thoughts
Vil’s journey is a testament to perseverance and the importance of continual learning in trading. His success with CTI is a shining example of what’s possible when you combine discipline, strategy, and the right prop firm. For Vil, the journey isn’t over, and he looks forward to scaling his success even further—perhaps with a well-deserved vacation with his supportive wife.
