From Elevator Technician to Funded Trader: Fabrizio’s Journey with Fintokei
From early losses and impulsive EUR/USD trades to disciplined risk management and his first prop success. Fabrizio’s story will feel familiar to many traders. He opens up about how strict rules, pressure, and consistency shaped his mindset and helped him grow. Not just as a trader, but as an elevator technician chasing independence and a future built on his own terms.
Hi Fabrizio, and welcome among Fintokei Stars! Let’s start at the very beginning. What was the impulse that made you think, “Yes, I’m going to start trading”?
It was curiosity, mainly. But not just curiosity about markets, more about life in general. I was looking for new stimuli, something different. Trading felt like a new chance, maybe even a new career path. That idea stuck with me.
And how were your beginnings? Do you remember that first phase?
Very clearly, and not for the best reasons. 😀 Like most people, I lost the money I invested almost immediately. I jumped into it knowing practically nothing. No preparation, no real understanding. Just excitement and a bit of naivety.
What about your first trade, do you remember it?
Unfortunately, I do. It was EUR/USD. I approached it with almost zero knowledge, and it went badly, like really, really badly. Looking back, it was more of a gamble than a trade.
And after that, did you look for a mentor? How did you build the knowledge you have now?
In the beginning, I wasn’t inspired by any specific person. No mentor, no guide. It was just pure curiosity that kept growing the more I explored trading on my own.
So the usual – YouTube videos, bits and pieces here and there. Then I started following dedicated trading channels on Instagram. I like experimenting with different techniques, testing them, and taking the best parts from each approach to build something that works for me.
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So, when did it all finally “click”?
It was when I passed the first phase of a prop challenge and received what they called a “professional trader” certificate. I realized that if I studied properly and approached trading in a deeper, more structured way, there were real opportunities and real rewards ahead.
Markets change, conditions change, and I change with them. In doing so, I try to maintain tight risk management – usually between 0.5% and 1% per trade. That helps me stay calm and consistent.
Deeper, more structured way – is that what attracts you to trading?
In a certain way, you could say so, yes. But then there’s definitely the adrenaline rush. I found out that if I can get a certain right amount of pressure out of trading, it helps me to stay in focus.
But If I were to name just one thing, it would definitely be the idea of independence. I currently work as an elevator technician, and my dream is to leave manual labor behind. I want the freedom to work on myself, without depending on a company.
Well, I certainly hope Fintokei will help you on your journey! Could you now tell me a little bit about your trading style? How would you describe it? How do you manage risks etc.
I like to say that my style is like a chameleon. 😀 I adapt. Markets change, conditions change, and I change with them. In doing so, I try to maintain tight risk management – usually between 0.5% and 1% per trade. That helps me stay calm and consistent.
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What do you enjoy the most about trading itself?
Analysis. I really like going back to past charts, reviewing my trades, and checking whether my analysis made sense. That process helps me grow the most.
Let’s now turn our attention toward Fintokei. How did you first discover us?
On YouTube. The person presenting it was very convincing, and the concept made sense to me. I decided to go for a $20,000 challenge. It was demanding, not gonna lie. You know the strict rules and limited drawdown. But that’s exactly why I chose it. I wanted to test my discipline and push myself to a higher level.
Judging from the fact that you’re now being interviewed as one of the Fintokei Stars, your wish came true!
Would you look at that, you’re right! 😀 You know, for me, the biggest “win” wasn’t about achieving a single best trade or making a huge sum of money. It was more about learning how to manage pressure. Thanks to Fintokei’s strict ruleset, I’ve learned strict money and risk management. And once you control that, you also control your stress. And that changed everything for me. That was the big win.
What about losses and stress?
I mean, it’s part of the game. Sooner or later, every trader has to face them; it’s unavoidable. When I hit a drawdown that doesn’t align with my analysis, I remind myself that tomorrow is a new day. I reset mentally, let go of the past, and move forward.
Fabrizio, thank you for your time. One last question before we wrap it up – Looking back, how would you describe your trading journey?
It’s been anything but easy. But it’s been real! 😀 Trading taught me discipline, patience, and self-control. And honestly, it gave me hope that I can build a different future for myself.
