For many traders with a principal below 1000U, especially beginners just entering the market, the easiest mistake to make is to seek quick profits. I know a friend who started with 800U and grew it to 30,000U over five months; currently, his account is close to 50,000U, and he never experienced a margin call during the entire process. Many people might think this is luck, but in reality, it follows three timeless trading principles.

**First Rule: The Three-Fold Capital Allocation, No Random Bets**

Divide your capital into three parts: the first 300U for intraday trading, focusing only on mainstream coins like BTC and ETH. Enter when small fluctuations occur, take profits of 3-5%, and immediately exit—never be greedy; the second 300U for swing trading, waiting for clear market opportunities (such as good news or macro policy changes). Once you position, hold for 3-5 days, emphasizing stability over speed; the third 400U remains calm, regardless of market volatility, and is not touched. This is your lifeline and the foundation for a comeback.

Many make the mistake of putting all their capital into one position—becoming complacent when it rises, panicking when it falls. Remember: surviving is the first priority, and preserving your principal is always the most important.

**Second Rule: Focus on Big Opportunities, Don’t Get Caught in Small Fluctuations**

Most of the time in crypto, patience is worn down by frequent trading, which just contributes to transaction fees paid to exchanges. Without a clear trend, it’s better to rest—watching shows or playing games is more worthwhile than reckless trading. Wait for a real trend to form, such as BTC stabilizing at a key support level or ETH breaking previous highs. When profits reach 15% of your principal, take out half of the gains—lock in your profits. True gains are the money transferred into your wallet; the numbers on your account are just paper wealth.

Successful traders who consistently make money understand this: patience in normal times, biting when the opportunity arises, then pulling out—never greedy.

**Third Rule: Strict Discipline, Emotions Are Your Biggest Enemy**

Set a stop-loss at 1.5%. When reached, cut your position immediately—no luck-based thinking. When profits exceed 3%, reduce your position by half, allowing the remaining to run for larger gains. During losses, never add to your position; averaging down only deepens losses and increases panic.

You don’t need to predict correctly every time, but every operation must be disciplined. The essence of making money is simple: let your trading system and stop-loss rules manage your positions, not emotions.

Honestly, small capital is not scary; what’s truly frightening is the gambler’s mentality of always trying to recover in one shot. Turning 800U into 30,000U isn’t about luck, but about restraint, calmness, and respecting the rules. When the market is uncertain, observing and learning more is always wiser than impulsive actions.