Written Interview With Riccardo Parodo

Introduce Yourself. Tell Us Where You’re From.

My name is Riccardo Parodo, and I am originally from Italy. After recognizing its long-term potential as a highly scalable business, I embarked on my trading journey. My primary objective has always been to become a professional trader managing substantial capital.

How Did You Start Trading? What Made You Decide To Do Trading?

I embarked on my trading journey after recognizing its long-term potential as a highly scalable business.

What Are Your Goals For Going On The Path Of Trading?

My primary objective has always been to become a professional trader managing substantial capital.

Are You A Full-time Trader Or Trading Part-time?

Currently, I operate as a part-time trader while simultaneously managing my own business in the food industry.

Tell Us More About Your Trading. How Long Have You Been Trading For? What Is Your Trading Style/strategy On The Funded Account? What Pair Do You Like To Trade And Why?

I have been actively involved in the financial markets since 2015, and over the years, my approach has evolved significantly. Like any trader, my first two years were primarily dedicated to an in-depth study of the markets and a deep understanding of my psychological responses to trading. Both successes and challenges have marked this journey, each contributing to my professional growth. To balance trading with my professional and personal commitments, I initially specialized in swing trading. However, upon joining Audacity, I further refined my strategy, focusing on a disciplined and structured approach to risk management.

How Did You First Hear About Audacity Capital’s Funded Trader Program, And What Encouraged You To Join?

I first discovered Audacity through social media, and after conducting thorough research, I found myself deeply aligned with its core principles.

What Account Size Are You Trading With Right Now? And How Much Did You Receive In The Payout?

Currently, I focus primarily on the EUR/USD currency pair, a market I have studied extensively and whose behavior I understand in depth

Describe Your Trading Journey From The Time You Received Your Trading Account, To Your Trading Progression Until The Time You Received Your Profits. How Was Your Life Or Strategy Different From Before Compared To Now?

I am managing a $60,000 account, and although my initial transition to prop firm trading required an adjustment period, I quickly realized that the mindset needed in this environment is entirely different from trading with personal capital. It has been a process of growth: I started with a $15,000 account, scaled up to $30,000, and then to $60,000, to expand even further.

Share Your Experience With Audacity Capital’s Funded Account. What Struggles Did You Face And How Did You Overcome Them? Can You Share A Significant Moment That Helped Shape Your Trading Approach?

In my view, trading with a prop firm presents a remarkable opportunity, provided it is approached with the right mindset—the mindset of a professional working at a top-tier investment fund, where consistency and solid results are the only metrics that matter. It is crucial to ignore the illusions perpetuated by social media, which often portray trading as a quick path to wealth.

What Did You Like Most About The Program, And How Has It Helped You Develop Your Trading Skills And Overall Perspective On Trading And The Financial Markets?

To anyone entering Audacity or pursuing trading seriously, my advice is to avoid unnecessary comparisons and the rush for immediate success. This is a long-term journey—a marathon, not a sprint. There will be ups and downs, but the ultimate focus should be on sustainable growth, steadily building profits while maintaining rigorous risk control.