The key factor to achieving success is to find a style of trade that fits your personality. Even better, to find a mentor via the web, book or video that can teach you how to trade the style of trade that fits your personality. 

Trading carries many looks and feels. The key to success in trading is having the discipline to apply the knowledge that you learn. In trading, knowledge is not power, but rather the ability to apply the knowledge effectively is what will give you the ability to succeed. 

To learn more about the variety of trading vehicles available in the futures market, click on the appropriate link below:

• S&P 500 E-mini
• Nasdaq 100 E-mini
• Mini-sized Dow 
• Single Stock Futures

A highly recommended discussion board for beginner to advanced traders is Elite Trader, (www.elitetrader.com).

	Trading for a Living: Psychology, Trading Tactics, Money Management By: Alexander Elder Price: $46.17 About: This book teaches key principles needed for successful trading. Level: Beginner-Experienced		Exchange Traded Funds and E-Mini Stock Index Futures By: David Lerman Price: $27.97 About: This book touches upon the basics of the E-mini and exchange traded funds. Level: Beginner-Experienced
	How to Trade the New Single Stock Futures By: Jake Bernstein Price: $28.00 About: This book touches upon the basics of the new SSF. Level: Beginner		Single Stock Futures By: Patrick Lafferty Price: $27.97 About: This book touches upon the basics of the new SSF. Level: Beginner
	Long-Term Secrets to Short-Term Trading By: Larry Williams Price: $52.50 About: Trading tactics of a successful trader.. Level: Beginner-Advanced		Market Wizards: Interviews With Top Traders By: Jack D. Schwager Price: $11.90 About: The book contains one-on-one interviews with top traders. Level: Beginner-Advanced

Two excellent resources for educational material are TradersPress.com and Elder.com.