Having been in this market for 8 years, I have seen too many smart people vanish in a single bet. The ones who survive in the end are actually those who seem conservative but never violate their own rules. The biggest realization over the years is: the secret to making money is never about complexity, but about self-discipline.

Many people like to look for sophisticated strategies, such as gap theory, Bollinger Bands combinations, multi-indicator linkages... but the more they study, the more confused they become. In fact, truly useful methods are so simple they are almost ridiculous. My 8 years of practical experience can be summarized in these few points: follow the process strictly, which is far better than guessing daily price movements.

First, learn to look at the top gainers list to select coins. This is not about chasing trends, but acknowledging a fact: only assets that are already gaining momentum have the capital and heat supporting them. Coins that have been stagnating at the bottom, with cold trading volume, should not be touched no matter how cheap they are. Instead of waiting passively, it’s better to find assets with vitality.

Before entering, ignore the noise of the daily chart and focus on the monthly MACD. Only a golden cross is a signal; otherwise, stay in cash and wait. Confirming the major trend is always more reliable than short-term rebounds. The idea of trying to buy the dip at lows often marks the beginning of losses.

After entering, keep a close eye on the 60-day and 70-day moving averages. When the price retraces near the 70-day line and trading volume clearly increases, then consider adding positions. Don’t try to guess the bottom or chase the high; let the market show its signals. Often, the best opportunities are right at this point.

Stop-loss and take-profit must be executed like a machine. If the price breaks below that key moving average, exit immediately—don’t think about a rebound. Holding onto illusions will only lead to getting slapped in the face. When making profits, also take profits in stages: for example, take half when gaining 30%, then another half at 50%. This way, you can secure your gains steadily.

The last rule is something I learned from painful experience: always prioritize exiting. Any position that breaks below the 70-day line should be decisively closed—no negotiations, no luck. This line has saved me countless times and is the fundamental reason I can survive long-term in this market.

In an era of intense volatility, complicated methods only trap people in a cycle of self-doubt. Simplicity and discipline are much easier to stick to. Making money never relies on a big gamble, but on repeatedly executing effective rules and controlling your emotions. This market does not forgive rule-breakers, but it always favors those who are consistent and disciplined traders.