Having navigated the crypto space for 8 years and accumulated experience through over 50 million in real trading capital, I’ve stepped into countless pitfalls, but the 10 core principles I’ve summarized are becoming increasingly clear.

Many people have been in the market for over a year and are still stuck in the same place; it’s usually because they haven’t grasped these key points. If you’re also hitting a profit plateau, these suggestions are likely to help you avoid three years of detours.

**Fund management is the most critical** — For retail investors with less than 200,000 in capital, catching one major upward wave per year is enough; never hold a full position all year round and endure the risk. Your understanding determines your profit ceiling. First, use demo accounts to refine your mindset and build courage. The real trading environment’s tolerance for mistakes is painfully low—one error could mean complete exit.

**The pitfalls of good news and holidays are the deepest** — Haven’t exited on the day of major positive news? If the next day opens high, sell decisively. This isn’t caution; it’s a rule. Good news often marks the start of a downturn. Also, during holidays, start reducing positions or even go completely flat a week in advance. Historical data repeatedly confirms that the probability of a pullback before and after holidays is very high.

**Medium- to long-term rolling strategies are the most stable** — Keep enough cash reserves, sell at high points, buy back at lows. Don’t expect to get everything in one step. For short-term trades, focus only on active targets with increased volume and enough volatility in the charts. Avoid stagnant stocks at all costs.

**Technical analysis skills are essential** — When a decline slows, expect a slow rebound; when the decline accelerates, expect a quick rebound. Follow the trend and don’t fight it. Cut losses if you buy wrong; preserving your capital is the first rule for survival in the market. Always check the 15-minute K-line for short-term trades, combined with indicators to find more precise entry and exit points.

The last point, which is often overlooked — You don’t need many technical methods. Mastering 2-3 techniques is enough to stand firm; overcomplicating leads to confusion. I only rely on real trading validation and never believe in those flashy promises.