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Sam is the cofounder and CEO of MarketMates. He has worked for brokers since 2008 and is the author of the Amazon best-seller 'The Consistent Trader.' His 'Advanced Forex Course for Smart Traders' has over 45,000 students.
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Welcome to MarketMates, where real traders grow together.

At MarketMates, we’re building more than just a trading platform. We’re building a community of traders who are honest with themselves and each other.

It’s a place where traders show up, speak the truth, and support each other through the ups and downs.

What Makes MarketMates Different?

  • Openness – Everyone is welcome, no matter your experience or approach.
  • Honesty – We tell it like it is. No fluff, no ego.
  • Truth – We face what’s real in our trading and learn from it.
  • Acceptance – There’s no judgement here. Just support and growth.

The 5 M’s of Trading

We keep things simple by focusing on what matters most:

  • Method – Find a trading method that fits you, your goals, and your personality.
  • Measure – Track your results. Review. Refine. Improve one step at a time.
  • Mindset – Focus on process, not outcomes. Stick to your plan. Keep your head clear.
  • Money – Manage your risk. Size positions appropriately. Think long-term.
  • Mates – Surround yourself with people who lift you up and challenge you in the right way.

What Our Members Say

“MarketMates community is a group of people who bring incredible value both individually and collectively. This community helps me gain clarity on my ideas as well as on how I feel, and what I want by creating an environment of psychological safety, empathy, and support.

The group members welcome and encourage sharing views, feelings, challenges, successes, and failures that we have experienced. This is an invaluable asset to every successful trader – a group of like-minded, kind, and supportive people who want the best for you, rather than a bunch of competitive jerks who want to show who’s the biggest alfa in the room.

There is no judgment, no evaluation, just pure will to help, support, and encourage you to keep pushing toward that brightest twinkling star in your sky, your ideal version of yourself.”

— Michal

The MarketMates Community

If you’ve been looking for a genuine trading community—one that’s built on trust, not competition—this might be it.

Cheers,

Sam

Frequently asked questions

Who is the MarketMates community for?

MarketMates is for traders who want to improve. Whether you’re just starting out or have years of experience, if you value honesty, learning, and community over hype and ego—you’ll fit in here.

e welcome all types of traders, but our roots are in forex. Most members focus on FX, indices, gold, and crypto, and the principles we follow apply across markets.

No. You’re welcome to share if you want to, but there’s no pressure. The goal is to support each other—whether you’re asking a question, sharing a lesson, or just listening.

No hype. No spam. No inflated egos. Just a group of traders working together with openness, honesty, and support. It’s about real progress, not posturing.

You can sign up here:
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Sam is the cofounder and CEO of MarketMates. He has worked for brokers since 2008 and is the author of the Amazon best-seller 'The Consistent Trader.' His 'Advanced Forex Course for Smart Traders' has over 45,000 students.
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