For friends with a principal below 2000U, let me tell you a true story.

The crypto world is not a gamble, but more like a strategic arena. Those with less capital need to be more cautious, like seasoned hunters who remain patient. Last year, I mentored a trader new to the market, with only $1200 in their account, trembling even when opening positions, afraid that one move would wipe out the principal.

I only said one thing at the time: "Play by the rules, and you can gradually accumulate."

Three months later? The account surpassed $15,000.

In five months, it reached $32,000. Throughout the process, they never liquidated a position in a panic.

Many people ask, is this luck? The answer is straightforward—absolutely not. It’s all about strict discipline.

Here are three rules that helped him grow from a $1200 account to the current scale:

**Rule 1: The Three-Part Division Method, Always Keep a Backup**

Divide your principal into three parts. Use $500 for short-term trading, focusing only on Bitcoin and Ethereum, and take profits quickly when volatility hits 3%-5%. Use $400 for medium-term swings, waiting for clear opportunities before acting, usually holding for 3 to 5 days to close positions, aiming for stability. The remaining $300? This is your backup, never touch it regardless of how extreme the market gets—this is your confidence to turn the tide.

Have you seen those who put all their funds into one trade? When it rises, they get cocky; when it falls, they panic and lose their way. People who truly make money understand one thing deeply—keep money outside the market.

**Rule 2: Follow the Trend, Don’t Grind in Range**

About 80% of the market time is spent in sideways consolidation. Frequent trading during this period just pays fees to the exchange. Sit tight without signals; once a clear signal appears, act decisively.

When profits reach 15%, take out half of the gains—real cash in hand is reliable. The rhythm of a master trader is "Don’t trade unless necessary, but when you do, hit the mark." When I see his account doubling, I notice how steady he is—collecting profits calmly, not rushing, not chasing highs.

**Rule 3: Systematic Approach, Lock in Emotions**

Set a stop-loss at 2% for each trade; exit immediately when hit. When profits exceed 4%, reduce half of the position, letting the rest run. Never add to a losing position—emotional trading is the biggest enemy.

You don’t have to predict the market perfectly every time, but you must stick to your rules every time. The secret to making money is using a system to control those hands that want to operate recklessly.

Finally, I want to say: having less capital is not the scary part; what’s scary is always dreaming of "doubling in one shot." From $1200 to $32,000, there’s no luck involved—only rules, patience, and execution.

Once lost in darkness, now the light is in your hand. This light can illuminate the way—are you willing to follow?