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Learn how our top performers have overcome their greatest challenges to develop a strong mental game in the face of adversity, and transform their experiences into career defining successes. The featured stories in this section provide insight beyond the numbers of each trade; they reveal how each individual trader was able to grow mentally, learn from others, and build upon their experience along the way.
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- How Christian Passed a $50K Prop Firm Evaluation in 308 Daysby Simon MasseyReading Time: 6 minutesBy Simon Massey, CEO of Funded Trading Plus How long does it take to pass a prop firm challenge? Because Funded Trading Plus was one of the very first prop firms to entirely remove time limits, you can take as long as you need to pass an evaluation. In this review, we analyse Christian from Germany, who took 308 days and over 1,000 trades to successfully pass his $50K simulated evaluation through extreme discipline and strict risk control. Many traders mistakenly believe that a prop firm evaluation is a sprint to the finish line. They overleverage their simulated accounts, take… Read more: How Christian Passed a $50K Prop Firm Evaluation in 308 Days
- Prop Trader Success Story: How Khansh Achieved a $20K Simulated Payout in 2026by Andrew LockwoodReading Time: 5 minutesHow did Khansh achieve a $20K simulated payout? Khansh is a Funded Trading Plus swing trader who overcame a two-year losing streak to secure a $20,000 performance reward. He achieved this by strictly risking less than 1% per trade, focusing exclusively on the S&P 500 and JPY pairs, and intentionally reducing his position sizes during winning streaks. Note: Results like this are exceptional and not typical. Achieving this level of simulated profit requires a highly refined strategy and unwavering risk management. I have been trading for over 35 years, and if there is one thing I have learned, it is… Read more: Prop Trader Success Story: How Khansh Achieved a $20K Simulated Payout in 2026
- Trader Interview: How Chetin Mastered Discipline and Risk Managementby Andrew LockwoodReading Time: 3 minutesIn our latest trader interview, Head of Trader Education Andrew Lockwood sat down with Chetin, a full-time day trader from Bulgaria. After passing a two-stage evaluation, Chetin has been trading on a live simulated account for the past couple of months with impressive consistency.
- From Losing Accounts to Consistent Payouts: Prop Trading Lessons from Brandon’s Journeyby Andrew LockwoodReading Time: 9 minutesEducational Content Notice: All Funded Trading Plus programs operate in a simulated environment using virtual funds. No real or regulated capital is traded. Any payouts are calculated from simulated profits. This content is for educational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice or a recommendation to trade. Results mentioned are not typical. Past performance is not indicative of future results. In a recent trader interview, I sat down with Brandon, a prop trader who has been with Funded Trading Plus since 2023. On paper he looks “successful”: multiple passed evaluations and three simulated payouts, including two back-to-back. But what… Read more: From Losing Accounts to Consistent Payouts: Prop Trading Lessons from Brandon’s Journey
- The Simple Prop Trading Strategy Behind an $8,460 Payoutby Andrew LockwoodReading Time: 4 minutesI recently sat down with Adrian, one of our Funded Trading Plus traders who earned an $8,460 simulated payout from the funded stage of our Experience Trader Challenge. His strategy is simple, but it works. It’s a great reminder that success in prop trading often comes from discipline and consistency, not complexity. What Is a Simple Prop Trading Strategy? A lot of traders think a “simple” strategy means it’s easy. It’s not. A simple strategy is clear, repeatable, and rule-based. It’s built on structure, not emotions or a pile of indicators. Adrian’s approach fits that description perfectly. His method is… Read more: The Simple Prop Trading Strategy Behind an $8,460 Payout
- Reviewing an Account With Andrew Lockwood: How Anthony Successfully Completed His $50K Simulated Challengeby Andrew LockwoodReading Time: 5 minutesIn this blog I highlight the account of Anthony, one of our funded traders, who recently completed the Experience One Phase Program ($50K) and has moved into a live simulated account. I must admit; Anthony’s results really caught my eye in both good and bad ways. As a reminder, all of our trading programs operate in a simulated environment using virtual funds. The results provided by our users are for educational purposes only and should never be considered as professional financial guidance. Overview – Discipline Over Drama Anthony successfully completed the challenge in 52 days, which is neither too quickly… Read more: Reviewing an Account With Andrew Lockwood: How Anthony Successfully Completed His $50K Simulated Challenge
- He Was Winning Fast, Then Lost It All: What Every Prop Trader Can Learn from Mahub’s $25K Accountby Andrew LockwoodReading Time: 4 minutesProp Trading Account Review: The Story of Mahub At Funded Trading Plus, we often say you can learn just as much from a losing trader as from a winning one. That’s exactly what today’s story is about. Meet Mahub, one of our Experience Trader participants. He joined our $25,000 simulated trading program, which runs in a virtual environment using simulated funds. Like all our programs, no real or regulated capital is traded, and any payouts are calculated from simulated profits under our terms and conditions. This review is for education only, not financial advice. Strong Start in a Simulated Prop… Read more: He Was Winning Fast, Then Lost It All: What Every Prop Trader Can Learn from Mahub’s $25K Account
- Prop Trader Review: How Ali Hit His 10% Target, and What We Can Learnby Andrew LockwoodReading Time: 4 minutesBy Andrew Lockwood, Head of Education, Funded Trading Plus At Funded Trading Plus (FT+), we regularly review trader performance so our community can see what works and what doesn’t inside our simulated prop trading evaluations. Real stories like Ali’s help traders understand how small decisions in risk, timing, and mindset can change an outcome. Ali’s Evaluation Journey When Ali signed up for the $100K Experienced Trader evaluation, he had one clear goal: make the 10% target without breaking the 6% drawdown rule. It sounds simple on paper, but anyone who’s traded knows that sticking to the rules when the market… Read more: Prop Trader Review: How Ali Hit His 10% Target, and What We Can Learn
- Trader Case Study: Brandon’s Evaluation Performanceby Michael FT+Reading Time: 3 minutesNote: Results like this are exceptional and not typical. IntroductionIn this video, Simon (CEO of Funded Trading Plus) walks us through a successful evaluation completion by Brandon, a trader from South Africa. What’s so remarkable? Over 34 days, Brandon executed 29 trades and won 27 of them. His average winning trade was around $95, while his average loss was only $32. It’s an interesting case to review, though individual results will vary. Let’s break it down. 🧮 Key Metrics & What They Reveal Metric Value Why It Matters Total trades 29 Decent sample size Wins 27 Win rate ~93% Losses… Read more: Trader Case Study: Brandon’s Evaluation Performance
- What Makes the Best Prop Firm? Inside Jaylynn’s Two‑Year Journey with Funded Trading Plusby Michael FT+Reading Time: 4 minutesIntroduction In the crowded world of proprietary trading, many firms promise big capital, flashy profit splits, or fast success. But how many deliver substance, the tools, structure, psychology, and support that actually enable consistency over time? Meet Jaylynn, a trader from Michigan who’s been with Funded Trading Plus (FT+) since 2023. Over roughly two years, he’s earned seven payouts, not by luck, but through discipline, patience, and a focus on execution over outcome. This post dives into Jaylynn’s journey, what makes FT+ stand out, and how you can use his experience to evaluate what the best prop firm really is.… Read more: What Makes the Best Prop Firm? Inside Jaylynn’s Two‑Year Journey with Funded Trading Plus
- Why This Trader Thinks Funded Trading Plus Is the Best Prop Firmby Michael FT+Reading Time: 4 minutesThousands of traders around the world are exploring prop trading as a way to access capital without risking their own savings. But with so many prop firms available, how do you choose the one that’s right for you? Today, we share the story of Craig – a self-employed trader, father of six, and active participant in the Funded Trading Plus Master Trader Program. After just a few months with us, Craig has already demonstrated the kind of risk management and mindset that separates long-term success from short-term hype. And he’s doing it all without the pressure of traditional evaluations. Let’s… Read more: Why This Trader Thinks Funded Trading Plus Is the Best Prop Firm
- How to Become a Successful Prop Trader: Nikolaos’s $42K Journey in 90 Days with Funded Trading Plusby Andrew LockwoodReading Time: 3 minutesHow a Trader from Greece Made $42K in 3 Months with Funded Trading Plus If you’re researching how to become a successful prop trader, you’re in the right place. Meet Nikolaos, a trader from Greece who joined Funded Trading Plus in March and earned over $42,000 in payouts within just 90 days. And he did it while juggling a full-time job. In this blog, we explore his strategy, tools, and mindset so you can apply the same methods in your trading journey. Note: Results like this are exceptional and not typical. Why Nikolaos Chose Funded Trading Plus Choosing the right… Read more: How to Become a Successful Prop Trader: Nikolaos’s $42K Journey in 90 Days with Funded Trading Plus
- Quickfire Q&A with Prop Trader Raj – How He Made Over Six Figures in Profitby Michael FT+Reading Time: 4 minutesAt Funded Trading Plus, we love diving deep into the minds of our most successful traders. Raj has made over six figures in profit, and in this session, we’re bringing you an exclusive quickfire Q&A session where he answers rapid-fire questions about his trading preferences, strategies, and insights.
- Raj’s Six-Figure Success with Funded Trading Plus – Best Prop Firm for Tradersby Michael FT+Reading Time: 4 minutesIntroduction At Funded Trading Plus, we are committed to providing traders with the best opportunities to scale their capital and achieve financial success. With numerous proprietary trading firms available, choosing the best prop firm is crucial. More importantly, understanding how to pass prop firm evaluations can be the key to a successful trading career. In a recent interview conducted by Simon Massey, CEO of Funded Trading Plus, Raj, a highly successful prop trader, shared his journey to making over six figures in simulated profits. His story is an inspiring case study on how patience, strategy, and the right most trusted… Read more: Raj’s Six-Figure Success with Funded Trading Plus – Best Prop Firm for Traders
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