how you determine the best entry and exit points As a trader, you are always making predictions in the market You are predicting the direction of the market, the price at which you will exit a trade, and the probability of success or failure This is why you will often hear traders say, don€™t try to make money, try to not lose money This may sound like a contradiction, but if you think about it, it makes perfect sense The fact is, if you can make a profit by not losing money and cutting your losses short, it€™s a great way to make money