The document outlines the top 5 mistakes that traders make and provides solutions to avoid them. The key mistakes are: 1) Lack of a clear trading methodology; 2) Lack of discipline in following the methodology; 3) Having unrealistic expectations about returns; 4) Lack of patience as markets do not always trend; and 5) Poor money management such as risking too much capital on any single trade. Developing and following a consistent methodology, managing risks and being realistic about returns are emphasized as ways for traders to be successful.