Lesson 1: What are Options?
In this video, I explain what options are and how they work as financial contracts. You’ll learn the core structure of an options contract, what it means to have the right, but not the obligation, to buy or sell an asset, and how strike prices and expiration dates come into play. I also walk through a simple example and compare options to stocks and futures to help you see where they fit in the broader market. Whether you're brand new to options or just need a clearer explanation, this video is the perfect starting point.
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Lesson 2: Calls vs Puts
In this video, I explain the two main types of options contracts: calls and puts. You’ll learn what each one gives you the right to do, how they behave in rising or falling markets, and the difference between going long or short on an option. Using clear payoff diagrams, I walk through the profit and loss profiles of both long and short call positions, as well as long and short puts, so you can understand how each trade works at expiration. If you're new to options, this lesson will give you the foundation to build more advanced strategies later on.
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Lesson 3: Key Terms in Options Trading
In this video, I break down the essential terms every options trader needs to understand. You’ll learn the difference between intrinsic and extrinsic value, how to interpret volume and open interest, and why concepts like moneyness and the option chain are critical when analyzing trades. These terms are the foundation for understanding option pricing, selecting strike prices, and managing risk; all of which we’ll build on in future lessons. If you’re serious about options trading, this lesson will give you the language and tools you need to move forward with confidence.
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Lesson 4: How Options are Priced
In this video, I break down the key forces that drive option prices, and explain why premiums rise or fall even when the stock isn’t moving. You’ll learn the difference between intrinsic and extrinsic value, how time decay (Theta) eats away at options, and why implied volatility (IV) can inflate or crush a premium. I also show how supply, demand, and real-time market dynamics cause option prices to change minute by minute. If you want to truly understand what you’re paying for, and how to avoid overpaying, this lesson is a must-watch.
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Lesson 5: Why Use Options?
In this video, I break down the three main reasons traders and investors use options: speculation, hedging, and income generation. You'll learn how each approach works, when to use it, and what kind of mindset and risk profile it requires. Whether you’re looking to profit from short-term moves, protect your portfolio, or earn consistent premium through selling strategies, this lesson will help you understand which path best fits your goals. This is a key step in developing a personalized, purpose-driven options strategy.
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Lesson 6: Understanding Risk and Reward
In this video, I break down the risk and reward profiles of the four core options strategies: long call, short call, long put, and short put. Using clear visuals and real-world examples, I show you exactly how much you can make, and lose with each trade. You'll learn where the breakeven points are, how to interpret payoff diagrams, and how to choose strategies based on your outlook and risk tolerance. If you want to trade options with confidence, understanding these profiles is non-negotiable.
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Lesson 7: Option Chain, Real World Example, and Bonus Topic
In this video, we bring everything together with a real-world walkthrough of the option chain. I show you how to evaluate contracts, pick strike prices, and execute a trade using actual data. We go step by step through a real trade idea, discuss how to manage it, and finish with a powerful advanced concept; synthetic positions, that lets you mimic stock ownership or shorting using options alone. This is the final piece of the puzzle before you take your options knowledge into the market.
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