Hello, and thanks for visiting my blog! My name is Jess.
I’m a private trader who had the misfortune to start my trading adventure in July 2008 – thankfully, despite the steep learning curve I survived to tell the tale! I am currently trading shares and using Contracts For Difference (CFD’s) to trade selected commodity and equity indices and intraday FX. The markets are my tool of choice to create a life worth living, so a lot of my time is devoted to learning about the markets and, as an extension, myself.
I’ve decided to write this blog because trading can be a lonely and solitary endeavor, and basically I like people. I hope other traders might connect with me on my journey and either be inspired, or on the other hand feel entirely blessed that they are a much better trader than me. Whoever you are – thanks for visiting. 🙂
Aside from trading, I contribute to the Your Trading Edge magazine website as a blogger and writer, and write for Destinations magazine as their finance contributer. I also have a few property projects on the go, currently a subdivision, reno and new build which keeps life interesting!
In my spare time I am a mum to my daughter and two sons, a wife to my one husband and a friend to anyone who knocks on the door – particularly if they come bearing red wine. Or any kind of wine, really. Mojitos aren’t frowned upon, either.
I write for an online magazine, mostly about trading but a few other bits and pieces too – feel free to have a browse by clicking here!
If you’d like to be kept up to date with any new blog posts or articles please ‘like’ my writing page on Facebook here or follow me on Twitter here. Please feel free to ask for posts/articles about anything you think is relevant – my email is roguetraderette@gmail.com
Once again, thanks for coming by – please feel free to comment on anything you like (or don’t like!) – I love feedback!
Rogue Traderette 
Comments on: "All about Rogue Traderette" (19)
Jessica,
I am new to Fx trading, as recently as my 3 week travel to Australia, when I stumbled upon your very enjoyable articles (during my jet-lag plagued nights).
It is wonderful how you lead and discuss your trading life.
Kind regards,
Peter
Hi Peter,
I’m so glad you enjoy my blog! I love writing it so it’s great to hear some positive feedback – to be honest I’m just thrilled that people are reading it! 🙂
All the best with your trading, and enjoy your time in Australia!
Jess
Jessica,
The funniest line — “In my spare time I am a full-time Mum to my daughter and two sons, a wife to my one husband and a friend to anyone who knocks on the door – particularly if they come bearing red wine.”
One husband — I’m sure he’s happy to know that. Ha !
Keep up the good work!
Bubble Boy Trader
Hi BBT – may I call you Bubbles? 😉
You have a great site too – I love your motto, “a journey in holistic finance”. That is a perfect wrap of what I’m trying to achieve.
Gorgeous pictures, too!
Hi Jessica,
I like the direction you are taking with this blog. I also agree that trading should be a way to create a lifestyle and freedom. Looking forward to reading your posts!
Cheers,
Hugh
PS – Liked the portrayal of the stock trader vs forex trader.
Hi Hugh, thanks for the feedback! I’m really pleased you like the blog 🙂
I love the blog! I agree that this world of trading can involve much too much time staring at a screen instead of at the people you care about. 🙂
Happy Trading!
Hi Brian! Since moving I’m finding I have less and less time in front of the screen – my internet connection only works when it feels like it! lol Which I must admit, is not half as bad as it sounds. I also can only trade from my front porch. As luck would have it, it’s a gorgeous spot to sit. 🙂
Hey there, I recently stumbled upon your blog and must say that I am impressed! Even though you’ve been trading for only a little over three years now, you seem to write with the proper frame of mind of any seasoned trader. Well done!
P.S. I added you to my blogroll, http://rinvesting.com/blogroll/
Hey Mr Editor – Thanks for adding me to your blog roll! Very much appreciated! 🙂
Jessica:
I like your blog. It is refreshing and honest. Good luck with your trading.
plb
Thank you Peter! I’m honoured that you visited – I feel like a 12 year old that just caught Justin Beibers eye! 🙂
HI. I lost about 40% of my account selling naked puts in the crash last August 2011. Coincidentally i was on holiday at the time not far from you at Carrarang station. Going up a hill to get a mobile signal just to watch my money disappear. Boy did that suck! It ruined what was a great holiday.
So its with great interest i read your posts on: trading while on holidays, stupidity of writing puts and living with your losses. Your posts have a human feel to them and have given me the first spark of inspiration to try trading again, since giving up on options.
Thanks
Paul
Hi Jess,
I am relatively new trader. A friend of mine told me to check out your blog. I dig it.
Thanks for being out there!
Jeremy
Hey Jeremy, good to meet you 🙂
Encountered your witty blog via a link from a FXCM analyst …. any endeavor can use a good dose of humor, so props. Thought did occur that as I’m putting on positions in the land of Yankees and agonizingly long political season, that my losses turn up as profits downunder, as seasons, driving and much else is mirror opposites of things north of the equator. Cheers, GS
Hey Jess… you’ve got such a fun blog! You’re doing a great job of making trading a little more approachable for newbies like me!!
Hi Manasi, so pleased you like my blog! Thanks for the feedback, I appreciate it 🙂
Hi Jess,
I certainly agree that trading teaches you about yourself. It certainly makes you think on a number of levels. Enjoyed your site and look forward to receiving your next post in the mail!