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IDENTITY & CATEGORY

About M1 Performance Group.

We build decision performance under capital pressure—so traders, PMs, CIOs, and investment teams execute with clarity when uncertainty is high and consequences are real.

If you’re looking for trading strategies, signals, or motivation—this isn’t for you.

FOUNDED BY EVAN MARKS

Former portfolio manager & trader, now a mental performance coach for high-stakes decision-makers.

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THE FOUNDATION

Why M1 Exists

01. Capital Environment Roots

M1 Performance Group was born out of 25 years spent in high-stakes capital environments. This isn’t theoretical; it is a framework built from the realities of portfolio management and active trading where uncertainty is the only constant.

02. The Execution Gap

In the institutional world, the problem is rarely a lack of information or strategy. The real failure point is execution reliability under stress. When the pressure of capital increases, the gap between what a professional knows and what they do begins to widen.

03. Engineering Repeatability

M1 was built to close that gap. Performance shouldn’t be a lucky state of mind—it must be trainable, measurable, and repeatable. We treat decision-making as a technical skill that can be optimized through physiological and cognitive feedback.

This is not generic mindset coaching; it is decision-performance training for those who operate where consequences are real.

THE FOUNDATION

Why M1 Exists

01. Capital Environment Roots

M1 Performance Group was born out of 25 years spent in high-stakes capital environments. This isn't theoretical; it is a framework built from the realities of portfolio management and active trading where uncertainty is the only constant.

02. The Execution Gap

In the institutional world, the problem is rarely a lack of information or strategy. The real failure point is execution reliability under stress. When the pressure of capital increases, the gap between what a professional knows and what they do begins to widen.

03. Engineering Repeatability

M1 was built to close that gap. Performance shouldn't be a lucky state of mind—it must be trainable, measurable, and repeatable. We treat decision-making as a technical skill that can be optimized through physiological and cognitive feedback.

This is not generic mindset coaching; it is decision-performance training for those who operate where consequences are real.

High Stakes Environment
OPERATING PHILOSOPHY

Our Philosophy

A framework built on decision science and capital market realities. No fluff. No inspiration. Just execution.

01

Performance is a system, not a personality trait.

Reliability is engineered through technical protocols, not "having the right mindset."

02

Pressure doesn’t create problems—it reveals them.

Volatility simply accelerates the failure points in your existing operational structure.

03

The brain under threat optimizes for certainty, not accuracy.

In high-stakes environments, your biology is your biggest liability unless it is conditioned.

04

Discipline is not willpower—it's structure + reps + recovery.

Willpower is a finite resource; structural systems are infinite.

05

Consistency is trained through protocols, not inspiration.

Professionalism is the ability to execute the process when the motivation is absent.

06

You don’t rise to your goals; you default to your conditioning.

When the P&L moves against you, you will always retreat to the level of your training.

OPERATIONAL PARAMETERS

What M1 does
(and doesn’t do)

WE DO:

  • Execution reliability training Closing the gap between technical knowledge and real-time action.
  • Bias & stress response conditioning Mitigating cognitive shortcuts that trigger during market volatility.
  • Decision process reinforcement Strengthening the structural integrity of your decision-making loop.
  • Recovery protocols after drawdowns Physiological and mental reset strategies to stabilize capital management.
  • Team decision hygiene Cleaning up the group-think and committee friction at the desk level.
  • Performance stability over cycles Reducing the variance between your best and worst trading days.

WE DON'T:

  • Trading strategy or signals We don't tell you what to buy or sell; we train how you decide.
  • Asset management M1 does not manage capital or act as an investment advisor.
  • Generic motivation We avoid "peak performance" fluff in favor of evidence-based training.
  • Clinical therapy We borrow psychological principles, but our work is strictly performance-based.
THE OPERATIONAL ENGINE

The M1 Method

SEE THE FULL METHODOLOGY
01

DIAGNOSE

Identify the exact failure loops and physiological triggers that sabotage execution.

DELIVERABLE Comprehensive Performance Assessment
02

TRAIN

Drills, exposure, and decision reps under simulated pressure and capital constraints.

DELIVERABLE Customized Execution Drills & Protocols
03

STABILIZE

Integration into real workflows with ongoing review and radical accountability.

DELIVERABLE Systemic Review Cycles & Audit Logs
ENGAGEMENT CRITERIA

Who we work with

M1 is a specialized resource for high-stakes capital environments. We filter for professional intent and operational scale.

QUALIFIED PROFILES

Portfolio Managers & Analysts

Operating under specific mandates with active capital at risk.

Professional Traders

Prop, institutional, and serious independent operators with a proven track record.

CIOs & Investment Leadership

Allocators and decision-makers responsible for fund-level execution and stability.

Investment Teams & Desks

Committees and trading desks looking to clean up decision hygiene and group friction.

NON-SUITABLE PROFILES
  • Beginners looking for strategy

    We do not teach "how to trade." You must already have a system in place.

  • Hobbyists or casual traders

    Our training is designed for professionals where capital movement has real consequence.

  • Motivation seekers

    If you want "peak performance" fluff or a hype-man, we are not the right fit.

  • Low accountability individuals

    Anyone unwilling to measure their biology, track behavior, and do the drills.

We only engage when we can measurably stabilize performance.

E-E-A-T FRAMEWORK

Credibility you can audit

VERIFIED EXPERIENCE
01 / TRACK RECORD

25 Years Exposure

Active portfolio management and trading across multiple market cycles. Built on the reality of capital at risk, not theory.

Capital Markets
02 / ENGAGEMENT

Institutional Scope

Trusted by professionals across hedge funds, prop desks, and family offices managing concentrated risk.

Private Engagements
03 / SCIENCE

Evidence-Based

Integration of neuroscience, behavioral finance, and physiological performance conditioning.

Applied Science
INSTITUTIONAL PLACEMENT:
OPERATIONAL PROTOCOLS

How M1
Operates

ENCRYPTED & CONFIDENTIAL
PROTOCOL 01

Confidentiality-first (NDA Available)

We operate in high-alpha environments where discretion is paramount. Standard and custom non-disclosure agreements are established before any operational data is shared.

PROTOCOL 02

Outcome-focused Metrics

Success is not measured by "feeling better." We track specific behavioral changes, process adherence, and physiological metrics to verify performance stability.

PROTOCOL 03

Zero-Script Policy

No generic peak-performance scripts or "one-size-fits-all" templates. Every session is a technical response to your specific failure loops and current market conditions.

PROTOCOL 04

Seamless Workflow Integration

Our training is designed to sit inside your current process, not replace it. We optimize your existing edge by reinforcing the execution of your own strategy.

PROTOCOL 05

Individualized Conditioning

Every operator has a unique physiological profile. Your conditioning plan is built specifically for your cognitive endurance and your specific risk-appetite thresholds.

Evan Marks - M1 Performance Group
FOUNDER & HEAD COACH

Evan Marks

With 25 years navigating high-stakes capital environments, Evan Marks transitioned from a career in portfolio management and active trading to bridge a critical gap in the industry: execution reliability. Today, he operates as a mental performance coach specifically for those who manage risk, helping them navigate the biological and cognitive friction of uncertainty.

SPECIALIZATION

Decision-making optimization and stress-response conditioning under capital pressure.

Direct & Individualized: No generic scripts; every engagement is a technical response to specific failure loops.

Execution-Focused: Priority is placed on measurable behavior changes and process adherence over "mindset" fluff.

Evidence-Based: Utilizing behavioral finance and performance science to engineer stable decision cycles.

SPEAKING WORK WITH EVAN
DUE DILIGENCE

Frequently Asked
Operational Questions

Q.

Is this therapy?

No. While we may borrow principles from behavioral science and psychology, our work is strictly performance-based training. We focus on execution reliability and decision-making logic, not clinical diagnostics.

Q.

Is this trading coaching or strategy?

No. M1 does not provide signals, technical analysis, or investment advice. We assume you already have a strategy with an edge; our role is to ensure you possess the biological and cognitive stability to execute that edge flawlessly.

Q.

What outcomes do clients typically see?

The primary outcome is the stabilization of performance variance. Clients report a significant reduction in "unforced errors," better adherence to risk parameters during drawdowns, and increased cognitive endurance during high-volatility periods.

Q.

How do you measure improvement?

We use a combination of process-adherence logs, physiological data (where applicable), and behavioral metrics. We look for a measurable narrowing of the gap between your intended trade plan and your actual execution.

Q.

How long does it take to see changes?

Physiological conditioning and habituated response patterns typically require 8 to 12 weeks of consistent protocol adherence to stabilize, though cognitive awareness of failure loops often occurs within the first 3 sessions.

Q.

Do you work with teams or firms?

Yes. We provide training for institutional desks and investment committees to clean up decision hygiene, reduce groupthink, and synchronize risk-response protocols across the team.

Q.

Confidentiality and NDAs?

Confidentiality is our baseline. Standard NDAs are provided at the start of every engagement, and we are comfortable working with firm-specific legal requirements to protect proprietary workflows.

Q.

Do you work with non-finance performers?

No. By design, M1 is exclusively focused on the unique pressures of the capital markets. Our methodology is built for those operating where the feedback loop is a fluctuating P&L.

FINAL ALIGNMENT

If your job is to make decisions under uncertainty, you need a system for pressure.

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Direct institutional inquiries to evan@m1performancegroup.com

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Welcome To M1 Performance

M1 Performance Group is a premier mental performance coaching firm dedicated to elevating the performance and well-being of high achievers. Our mission is to empower traders, athletes, and CEOs to unlock their full potential by optimizing their mental and emotional resilience. We combine cutting-edge performance psychology with personalized coaching strategies to help our clients thrive in high-pressure environments.

At M1 Performance Group, we offer a range of services tailored to the unique needs of our clients, including:

  • Mental Performance Coaching: Personalized coaching sessions to develop mental toughness, focus, and resilience.
  • Workshops and Seminars: Interactive sessions designed to teach practical strategies for peak performance.
  • Team Coaching: Customized programs to enhance team dynamics, communication, and overall performance.
  • Performance Assessments: Comprehensive evaluations to identify strengths, areas for improvement, and actionable insights for growth.

what we do

M1 Performance Group offers mental performance coaching tailored for professional athletes, traders, portfolio managers, and C-suite executives. We develop techniques to increase engagement and foster a focused approach to decision-making, elevating clients' performance goals.

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