# Strategy vs. Execution

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Hey friend, Let’s see how the markets have been moving as we end the trading week.

## The Daily Direction

![](https://tradersdailydirection.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Screenshot-2023-08-18-at-10.05.29-AM-1024x236.png)

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![](https://tradersdailydirection.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/WarRoomVSLeBook.png)

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## The Daily Nugget

**_Before blaming the strategy – look at how you’re executing it._** Different strategies work better during different times. If a trader is primarily using breakout strategies – and is STILL trying to use them during extended pullbacks – he shouldn’t be surprised if he gets negative results. The issue is not with the strategy, but with himself for executing it at the wrong time. This is not to say a strategy itself cannot be suboptimal. But most strategies operate on sound and proven principles. So, if a strategy isn’t working, make sure to look at your execution first. _**The Traders Agency Team**_