Paulo Dobroes – 5K Funded Trader Interview

Please introduce yourself. Who are you, your age, where you’re from, and what do you do for a living?

Hello, my name is Paulo Dobroes. I’m 33 years old and from Portugal. I currently work part-time as a security guard, and I’m also a day trader.

How did you get introduced to trading?

I was introduced to trading over five years ago when a friend of mine was part of a trading group that shared signals. That’s when I first encountered forex trading and became interested in learning more.

Do you have any hobbies? What do you enjoy outside of trading, and do these activities benefit your trading?

Yes, I do. I regularly go to the gym and spend a lot of quality time with my family, going to the park with my daughter or playing football occasionally. These activities help me a lot because they keep me from staring at charts all day and help me reset mentally.

What is your trading routine?

I wake up at 7 AM every day, do my analysis, take my daughter to school at 9 AM, and then return to the charts to continue trading.

What are your goals with funded trading?

My first goal was to pass the $5K challenge, which I’ve already achieved. My next milestones are the $10K and then the $100K challenge. Once I reach that level, I plan to pause and focus on maintaining consistency and stability.

Do you have a trading plan in place, and do you strictly follow it?

Yes, I do. I’ve revised my plan several times, which I believe is part of the learning process. I now trade based on supply and demand and price action on the 1-hour chart, and I wait for entry confirmations on the 5-minute chart.

How would you describe your trading style?

My trading style is disciplined and rooted in structure. I believe trading becomes much easier once you remove emotion and hesitation from the equation.

What was the most challenging obstacle in your trading journey?

Without a doubt, fear. The fear of failing again and again. But everything changed when I stopped being afraid and detached my emotions from trading.

What did you find easier – the FUNDING FRONTIER Challenge or the Verification Phase?

I found the Verification Phase easier. By then, I had already developed confidence and discipline from the challenge stage.

How would you rate your experience with FUNDING FRONTIER?

My experience has been very good. Funding Frontier is my first prop firm, and I have no complaints. All of my questions were answered quickly, and support has always been available. Kudos to the team.

What advice would you give to traders attempting the FUNDING FRONTIER Challenge?

Everyone will have their own journey, but in my opinion, you can trust Funding Frontier. They’re reliable and honest. Just follow the rules and focus on your process.

Do you plan to take another FUNDING FRONTIER Challenge to manage more capital?

Yes, absolutely. As I mentioned earlier, I aim to reach the $25K challenge next and maybe even $100K in the future. It’s all in my hands now.

Describe your best trade.

My best trades are the ones that move into profit within 15 minutes. I love fast, clean setups that hit my targets quickly.

What is the number one piece of advice you’d give to a new trader?

Be consistent, stay focused, and never give up. One day, all your hard work will pay off.

How did you first hear about FUNDING FRONTIER?

If I remember correctly, it was through an Instagram ad.

Can you describe your risk management plan?

My risk management is simple and consistent. I use a 1:2 or 1:3 risk-to-reward ratio and risk 1–2% per trade.