Friends with less than 1800 USDT in capital, let me say a few words first.

Many people treat the crypto world as a casino, but actually it’s a place that values strategy and discipline. The smaller the account, the more you need to stay calm; otherwise, one mistake and it’s gone.

I know a trader who started with 1200 USDT. At first, he was so nervous he would tremble when placing orders, afraid that one wrong move would wipe out his account. Later, he and I worked together to develop a trading framework, following the rules. As a result, after three months, his account broke through to 18,000, and after five months, it reached 40,000. Throughout the process, he never experienced a margin call.

Some say it’s luck, but it’s not. It’s because he adhered to discipline.

**First Tip: Divide your capital into three parts**

Split 1200 into three 400s: one for day trading—focusing on Bitcoin and Ethereum, taking profits when volatility hits 3-5%; one for swing trading—waiting for clear opportunities, holding for 3 to 5 days; and the last one just sits in the account, untouched by extreme market conditions. This is the confidence to turn things around.

Look at those who put all their savings in at once—when prices rise, they get overly confident; when they fall, they panic and look for gaps to hide in. They can’t go far. Truly profitable traders know how to keep some strength outside the market.

**Second Tip: Follow the trend, don’t waste time in consolidation**

Most of the market time is spent in frustrating sideways movement. Frequent trading just pays platform fees. Don’t act without a confirmed signal—sit tight. When the signal is clear, act decisively.

Take profits at 15%, then withdraw half—only then is it truly profit. Top traders operate with the rhythm of “stay still until the right moment, then strike precisely.” When that guy’s account doubled, I saw him steadily collecting profits, never chasing highs or rushing.

**Third Tip: Rules above all, don’t let emotions control you**

Set a stop-loss of no more than 2% per trade. When the price hits your target, exit; when you gain over 4%, cut your position in half and let the rest run. Never add to a losing position—that’s emotional trading.

You don’t need to be right every time about the market, but you must always stick to your rules. The essence of making money is to use systems to restrain that restless heart.

Remember, having less capital isn’t the problem. The real fear is always thinking “I’ll change my fate in one shot.” Growing 1200 to 40,000 isn’t about luck; it’s about rules, patience, and execution.

Once, I was stumbling in the dark. Now, I hold a light in my hand. The light is always on—are you willing to follow?