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Options Boot Camp 369: What to Do When The Wheel Turns Against You


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In this episode of Options Boot Camp, hosts Mark Longo and Dan Passarelli (Market Taker Mentoring) dive deep into the mechanics of the Wheel Strategy—one of the most popular frameworks for generating consistent options income. Whether you are selling cash-secured puts or managing covered calls, the "Wheel" is a powerful tool for any trader's playbook, but what happens when the market moves against you?

Mark and Dan break down the specific scenarios traders face when a trade goes south, offering a masterclass in position management and cost basis reduction.

Key Topics Covered in This Episode:
  • Managing Losing Trades: What to do when your initial put sale goes in-the-money.

  • Stock Repair Strategies: How to use the "Repair Manual" to recover from underwater positions without adding more capital.

  • Averaging Down vs. Rolling: The pros and cons of lowering your entry price in a declining market.

  • The Importance of Objectives: Why a clear "exit plan" is the most critical part of the Wheel Strategy.

  • Advanced Covered Calls: Strategic strikes for when you've been assigned the underlying stock.

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