In contract trading, the fundamental reason why most people lose money is often not due to incorrect market direction judgment, but rather poor timing and market rhythm grasp.

Making reckless moves at the wrong times, instead of patiently waiting for the right moment, leads to frequent stop-losses. The result is increasing trading fatigue and a slow depletion of account balance.

My recent experience has been especially profound: the same coin exhibits completely different characteristics at different times. Finding the right rhythm makes making money much easier.

**The core task in the morning is simple**: outline the main direction. Don’t rush to place orders; first, analyze the 4-hour and daily charts thoroughly, mark key support and resistance levels, and determine whether the market is bullish or bearish today. Building a basic trading framework in your mind is enough.

**Noon is usually a consolidation period**: the market is lukewarm and sideways. During this time, you can either buy low and sell high to profit from volatility or wait on the sidelines. Never let emotions drive you to chase rallies or sell-offs.

**Afternoon to evening is the real opportunity window**: large funds often test prices during this time, with big and rapid price swings. My approach is to secure profits first, then confirm it’s not a trap before following the trend. At night, the trend tends to strengthen significantly, making trading along the established direction easier.

**After establishing a clear trend late at night**, there’s no need to guess the top or bottom; just follow the market’s clear movement. But as dawn approaches, stay alert—large gains overnight can lead to a top, and sharp declines may trigger rebounds. It’s better to avoid forcing trades during these risky periods.

Short-term trading emphasizes quick entries and exits; don’t become overly attached to a single position. Ultimately, contract trading is not about who is smarter, but about who can do the right thing at the right time and survive longer.

You don’t need to catch every market move. As long as you trade with the correct timing and direction, the power of compound interest will naturally manifest.