Trading Through the Grind: Nicolas Ferrin’s Interview

Please introduce yourself: Who are you, your age, where you are from, and what you do for a living?
My name is Nicolas Ferrin. I’m 27 years old and from Argentina. I currently live in La Plata, Buenos Aires. Right now, I’m living off another job while trading when I can — I run a construction painting business.

How did you get introduced or start trading?
My older brother Manuel introduced me to the world of trading. He explained everything to me from day one. After several attempts and a lot of studying, I finally managed to get funded with Funding Frontier.

Do you have any hobbies, and what do you enjoy outside of trading? Do you find that these hobbies benefit your trading? Please elaborate.
Yes, I have a few hobbies I really enjoy. I play a lot of soccer with my friends, and I also love going to the field with my dad. These help me take my mind off things and stay relaxed — especially when I’ve had a tough trading day.

What is your trading routine?
I wake up early and go to the gym. When I get back, I work a bit until the New York session opens. On days when I can, I go home to trade from my computer. If I’m out, I’ll trade from my phone.

What are your goals with funded trading?
To grow into managing larger accounts so I can increase my withdrawals and scale my profits.

Do you have a trading plan in place, and do you strictly follow it? Please elaborate.
Yes, I have a strict trading plan with several rules. I usually risk 0.5% to 1% per trade, and I never take more than two trades per day. I always trade during the New York session, among other guidelines.

How would you describe your trading style?
I’m a day trader. I prefer to close my trades within a few hours and not leave them running too long. I often use pending orders to calculate my risk more precisely.

What was the most challenging obstacle in your trading journey?
Honestly, the entire journey has been full of challenges — it’s a long and difficult road. Every step has tested me in different ways.

What did you find easier, the FUNDING FRONTIER Challenge or the Verification phase? Share your thoughts.
I found the Verification phase a bit easier.

How would you rate your experience with FUNDING FRONTIER?
It’s been a great experience. They stick to what they promise — the spreads are very low, and I’ve never had any issues with them. It’s a really solid company.

What advice would you give to other traders attempting the FUNDING FRONTIER Challenge?
Don’t give up. Try as many times as it takes, it’s worth it, and you’ll have a great experience in the end.

Do you plan to take another FUNDING FRONTIER Challenge to manage even bigger capital?
Yes, I’m working on raising capital to take on a bigger challenge. My goal is to manage more funds so I can make larger withdrawals.

Describe your best trade.
I’ve had a few great ones, but the ones I enjoy most are based on Fair Value Gaps on higher timeframes. I wait for price to reach key areas and then look for a reaction.

What is the number one piece of advice you would give to a new trader?
Make a solid trading plan, stick to it, and never risk money you can’t afford to lose.

How did you first hear about FUNDING FRONTIER?
My brother Manuel recommended it to me, he even gave me my first Challenge.

Can you describe your risk management plan?
I usually risk 0.5% to 1% per trade, always with a well-placed stop loss before entering. I mostly use pending orders in areas where I expect a strong reaction. For me, the stop loss is a trader’s best friend.