One of the easiest misconceptions in the crypto world is to think of it as a pure gambling place—believing that you can make money just by guessing the ups and downs. But the truth is quite harsh: it’s a contest of strategy execution and psychological discipline; luck has little to do with it.

Especially when your capital is not much, being able to judge the market correctly isn’t as important. The most critical thing is to avoid a fatal mistake. The smaller your capital, the more you need to slow down and prioritize "staying alive."

I once guided a friend into the market, starting with only 500U. During his first position build-up, he was trembling, afraid that one wrong decision would lead to liquidation. I told him one thing: don’t think about quick doubles; just focus on executing your trading discipline well.

Three months later? His account steadily grew to 18,000U. Throughout the process, he never experienced a liquidation.

Some people say it’s luck. But I want to say that what really makes a difference are three simple principles—just must be executed resolutely.

**First: Funds Must Be Managed in Layers**

Trading capital, trial-and-error funds, emergency reserves—these three should never be mixed. What’s the benefit? You have positions on the books and a clear card in your mind. Those who can truly go far in this market never push themselves into a dead end; they always leave a way out.

**Second: Don’t Act Without Clear Signals**

Eighty percent of the market time is actually just oscillation, not a trend. If you frequently trade without signals, you’re basically giving away money. The right approach is to wait patiently when no signals appear; when signals come, strike decisively. Take profits when your target is reached; don’t always aim to catch the entire move. Greed often prevents you from gaining much.

**Third: Rules Must Overpower Emotions**

Set stop-loss levels in advance and stick to them when reached—no hesitation; take profits in batches when appropriate—don’t be driven by greed; never add to a losing position. I’ve seen too many people add to their positions, which mostly comes from either irrational analysis or unwillingness to accept losses.

You don’t have to predict the correct direction every time, but you must follow the same set of rules every time. The value of a systematic trading approach is that it can give you a brake when you’re tempted to act impulsively.

I see many people losing money in the crypto space not because they have little capital, but because they always hope a certain market wave will turn things around for them. But sustainable growth comes from avoiding fatal mistakes every time. Take it slow, no need to rush. As long as the direction is right, the path will naturally light up.

I used to drift aimlessly in the crypto waves, now I hold a stable trading system. This ship has always been here, quietly waiting for those who truly want to learn how to steer.