My Prop Firm Management Experience After 7 Days
A Week into Managing a Proprietary Trading Account

Erik Burton
Dec 26, 2025
Managing a proprietary trading account has been both exhilarating and demanding in these early days.
Navigating complex risk management, strategy testing, and performance tracking has defined my first week.
Proprietary trading firms offer access to firm capital and the chance to share in profits, but they also enforce strict risk controls to minimize losses.
Effective risk management, especially through stop-loss orders and clear risk limits, is essential to protect investments.
Striking a balance between seeking profits and containing losses is crucial.
Frequent trade reviews and profit evaluations keep strategies sharp and aligned with firm goals.
Open communication with management, including transparent reporting, builds trust and encourages meaningful feedback for professional growth.
Discipline and respect for guidelines ultimately form the backbone of sustainable success in this field.
This initial phase has set a strong foundation for future growth in prop trading.







































