Having been in the crypto world for over ten years, I have seen too many people stumble repeatedly in the same pit. Those who consistently lose money are often not unlucky, but make the same avoidable mistakes. Today I want to share these proven experiences—not as motivational clichés, but as the cost of survival.

First, the strategies for small funds are completely different from those for large capital. With less than 200,000, you simply can't afford the costs of high-frequency trial and error. Instead of daily full positions and reckless trading, it's better to patiently wait for a genuine main wave of upward movement. Catching one trend per year is enough to double your investment.

Second, don’t expect to make money outside your knowledge scope. Use a demo account first to train your emotions—fear, greed, hesitation. Losing a hundred times in simulation is okay, but a major mistake with real funds could wipe out your account. This is the most overlooked and deadly trap.

Handling good news is also crucial. Don’t act on major positive announcements on the day they are released; wait until the next day’s gap-up, then reduce your positions. History repeatedly shows that “profit realization” often marks a market turning point, and greed here is the easiest way to get wrecked.

Next, pay attention to rhythm. A slow rebound is needed to repair a downward correction, while a sharp decline often leads to a quick rebound. Your operational approach must adjust accordingly. Speed determines your entry and exit timing.

Mid-to-long-term strategies require action, not just holding. Keep some cash on hand; when prices are high, reduce your positions, and buy back in panic. This rolling operation helps you avoid becoming the bagholder.

For short-term trading, focus only on coins with high trading volume and volatility. Zombie coins are not worth wasting time on. If you make a wrong move, don’t hold on—cut your losses. As long as your principal is intact, there’s still a chance. For 15-minute level short-term trading, using candlestick patterns and KDJ is enough; don’t let a bunch of indicators confuse you.

Finally, a piece of advice: don’t overcomplicate your methods. As long as you can consistently repeat them, that’s enough. There are thousands of trading styles in the market, but truly profitable traders usually master only two or three tricks. Stable compound growth comes from focus, not fancy tricks.

The market will never pity you for your effort, but it will reward those who stick to discipline, dare to admit mistakes, and can survive.