This NFP was no different than any other. Its simple: use the ideal broker, do not ever place straddles prior to the news, and follow along with market reaction. There's absolutely no reason not to make 30 to 50 pips quite safely. It takes patience and knowing when to execute. Do not blame your broker (except Oanda in this case) for you failing to have a successful egy. I hear this every NFP and it disturbs me people do not know how there platform will perform.