Frequently Asked Questions

TPI (Trader Personality Inventory) is a self-reflection tool for trading behavior. The full 110-question assessment examines tendencies across decision mode, time preference, risk attitude, and emotional control, then maps them to one of 16 trader personalities.

The full version has 110 questions and takes about 15-20 minutes. Standard has 50 questions and takes about 8-10 minutes; Lite has 30 questions and takes about 3-5 minutes. Answer from your actual trading habits rather than choosing what sounds correct.

TPI draws on concepts from behavioral finance and personality psychology to help traders notice recurring decision patterns. The current sample is not yet sufficient for a defensible test-retest or satisfaction claim; we will publish those metrics only when the sample and method can be independently checked. Use the result for reflection and journaling; it is not a clinical assessment or investment advice.

The 16 personalities are based on 4 core dimensions: S/I (Systematic/Intuitive decision-making), T/L (Short-term/Long-term time preference), A/C (Aggressive/Conservative risk preference), R/E (Rational/Emotional control). Each dimension has 2 tendencies, combining to create 2×2×2×2=16 unique personality types.

After understanding your trader personality, you can: 1) Choose trading strategies and timeframes that suit you; 2) Identify and avoid common blind spots for your type; 3) Establish targeted risk management rules; 4) Find complementary trading partners or mentors.

MBTI is a general personality test, while TPI is specifically designed for trading scenarios. TPI's four dimensions (decision mode, time preference, risk preference, emotional control) directly correspond to key decision points in trading, providing more accurate predictions of trading behavior and potential blind spots.

Yes, the basic TPI test is completely free. You'll receive your trader personality type, basic trait analysis, and core recommendations. The Pro report offers more detailed analysis, strategy matching, and personalized advice.

Emotional trading means letting fear, greed, and other emotions drive trading decisions. Common signs include: chasing rallies/selling panics, revenge trading, inability to cut losses. Prevention methods: 1) Establish and strictly follow trading rules; 2) Set automatic stop-losses; 3) Limit daily trade count; 4) Understand your emotional triggers.

Beginners should first understand their trader personality, then choose matching strategies. General advice: 1) Start with paper trading; 2) Use longer timeframes (daily or weekly); 3) Keep single position size under 5% of total capital; 4) Learn to protect capital before pursuing profits.

Main reasons for retail losses include: 1) Emotional decisions, chasing rallies and panic selling; 2) Poor position sizing, excessive single-trade losses; 3) Lack of consistent trading system; 4) Not understanding their trader personality and blind spots; 5) Overtrading, fees eating into profits. Understanding your trader personality is the first step to improvement.