Ba “Con Dao Cùn” Helps Make Money in the Crypto Market Sideways

Recently, a friend asked me: “The crypto market these days is going sideways every day, no leverage, no hot trend, so can I still make money?” My answer is: YES, but not through luck or recklessness. In two months, I have gone from 2,800 USDT to 30,000 USDT, without staying up late, chasing altcoins, or betting recklessly. All based on three very “boring” principles, which many people find… unappealing after hearing. But these three principles have helped me avoid over 80% of the market traps this year. First Shark: Capital Allocation to Resist Shock, Absolutely No All-In In the current crypto market, with continuous long – short swings, all-in is like digging your own grave. I split 2,800 USDT into three clear parts, each with its own role:

1. Short-Term Position – Light Gains, Quick Withdrawals Trade no more than 2 times/dayProfit target of 2–3% for exit, enough for fees and living expensesNo holding orders, no dreaming of “big wins” The purpose of this part is not to get rich, but to keep emotional rhythm stable.
2. Trend Following Position – Safe Gains Enter only when MA30 weekly stays above MA60 Participate only when the price breaks recent highs When profit reaches 30% → close 50% of the capital, the rest set a trailing stop at 10% This method helps me lock in profits early, avoiding turning gains into losses due to greed.
3. Backup Position – Used for Recovery, No Additional Investment Only use during drawdowns Absolutely do not add new funds Thanks to capital allocation during sideways phases, I always have “ammunition” to turn around, much more stable than putting all in at once. Second Shark: Only Follow Trends, Avoid Sideway Traps Many newcomers blow their accounts not because they are wrong about the trend, but because they trade randomly during accumulation phases. My strict rule is: Only trade when there is a clear trend: MA30 > MA60 + volume breaks previous highs. Other than that? Turn off the software. Realities this year: Almost 60% of the market time is sideways Many people sit and watch charts all day, entering and exiting constantly Result: pay fees, headache, stuck orders Meanwhile, I use that time to: Exercise Spend time with family Work on other income-generating activities Remember a very important phrase: 👉 Sideway does not generate money, it only creates anxiety. Third Shark: Manage Yourself First, Make Money Later Many believe losses are due to a bad market. But in reality, 90% of newcomers “blow up their accounts” because of lack of discipline. Common mistakes: Seeing green candles and fearing missing out Panicking at corrections No plan, no stop-loss I always ask myself before entering a trade: If I’m wrong, how much do I lose? If I’m right, how much profit is enough? Does this trade fit my system? Only when I can answer all three questions clearly do I press the button. Conclusion: Making Money in a Boring Market Doesn’t Require Recklessness A sideways market is not scary. The real danger is people losing patience during sideways phases. These three “dull knives”: Won’t make you rich overnight Won’t make you excited But will help you survive, accumulate, and go the distance In crypto, the ultimate winner is not the one who trades the most, but the one who stays long enough. 👉 Before thinking about making money from the market, learn how not to let the market take your money first.