My 3-Step Scan For Breakout Setups

Happy Monday, trader!

There’s a simple way you can find high-probability trades before they take off.

•No crazy indicators.
•No Discord Hype. 
•No Chasing.

Just structure + your own research.

Here's how I spot breakouts before they happen:

I follow a three-part scan when looking for early momentum buys.

1. Look for high volume with minimal price movement:
If a stock is trading sideways—but volume is increasing quietly, someone is loading. That’s not retail.

2. Identify recent higher lows:
This shows pressure is building to the upside. You’re not guessing—you’re tracking intention.

3. Wait for a catalyst or breakout wick:
This could be a key level break, earnings, or a macro event. When it lines up with steps 1 + 2—you’ve got heat.

I know this is different from what you are used to.

Instead of being the early buyer, you become the reaction buyer.

You're not alone. Most traders wait for the move—then react.

I’m sure you know the problem with this, right?

By the time the move is obvious, smart money is already taking profits.

When I apply the 3-part scan, I’m not only:

> Getting in before the excitement
> But also leaving before the crowd 

And this is what’s allowed me and my students to break through $500 - $1000+ days.

Yes, it’s simple but very effective.

Here to help,
Nicholas.

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→How I trade
→What I look for in an entry
→How I do my chart markups
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