Many people ask, why did someone turn 5,000U into 100,000U in three weeks? The secret is actually not that mysterious.
I have observed some successful traders, and their common point is—no greed. It sounds very simple, but this is precisely the hardest to achieve.
**Gradual Positioning, Never Go All-In**
Enter with 20% of your total funds for the first time to test the waters. For example, only move 1,000U out of 5,000U, using 2-3x leverage to feel the rhythm. After making a profit, consider adding to the position, but also be restrained—if you earn 1,500U, only take out 500U to continue trading, and reduce leverage to 2x. This is not cowardice; it’s a way to survive longer.
Those who go ALL IN often die the fastest. A sudden reversal can wipe out your account instantly.
**Patience is the Ultimate Weapon**
Looking at BTC’s recent market behavior makes this clear. During two weeks of sideways movement, most people keep entering and exiting repeatedly, ending up losing everything. The ones who truly make money are those who sit tight.
What are they waiting for? Waiting for BTC to break through a key level (like 90,500), then they step in decisively. This is high-probability trading—not doing it every day, but waiting until the odds are in your favor before taking action.
**Liquidation Level is a Lifeline**
Suppose BTC is at 89,000; your liquidation level must be set below 80,000. Why? Keep at least a 10% safety margin. When the market dips sharply, you won’t be wiped out instantly, and there’s a chance to turn the situation around.
Some use 5x leverage and get stuck at support levels; a single spike can wipe them out immediately, with no time to react. This is not bad luck; it’s poor risk management.
**Profits Must Be Taken Off the Table**
Turning an account from 5,000 to 100,000 is not just about the numbers on the books, but whether you can withdraw the money to your bank account. A good approach is: double your principal and withdraw half, then let the rest grow. After reaching 100,000, withdraw 80,000 as a safety net, leaving only 20,000 to continue trading.
The benefit of this is that you lock in profits, and the remaining operations become more relaxed because you can’t lose your principal.
**A Rhythm Ordinary People Can Follow**
The first position should not exceed 20% of total funds; stabilize and then double down; only trade with confirmed setups, don’t act randomly; set your liquidation level at least 10% away from the current price; take profits when you earn, don’t be greedy for the last penny.
Is it simple? Very simple. Can you do it? That depends on your execution.
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PanicSeller69
· 01-11 22:23
You're right, the key really is restraint... Unfortunately, I always fail at the step of not being willing to cash out.
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BlockImposter
· 01-11 17:20
That's a good point, but can this theory really hold up in real market conditions? I mean the psychological test...
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CoinBasedThinking
· 01-11 13:16
That's right, execution is the biggest pitfall.
The all-in players indeed die quickly, but very few can truly restrain themselves.
Make money and run, this phrase sounds simple, but few actually do it.
Not being greedy—these two words are easy to say, but they target human nature.
I've seen too many stories of accounts going from 100,000 back to zero.
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LiquidityOracle
· 01-11 03:42
In simple terms, it's about taking profits and not cutting losses; most people do the opposite.
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AltcoinTherapist
· 01-09 08:55
That's true, but execution is really at hell difficulty level.
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GweiObserver
· 01-09 08:55
It sounds good, but how many can actually follow through?
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ImpermanentPhilosopher
· 01-09 08:55
No matter how beautifully you say it, the same old story: knowing is easy, doing is hard.
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orphaned_block
· 01-09 08:53
Speaking nicely, but the key still lies in having execution power. Knowing not to be greedy is easy to say but hard to do.
People who go all-in indeed tend to die quickly; I've seen too many wipe out with a single all-in move.
As for patience, I have to admit that most people really can't sit still, including myself...
Securing profits and taking the money off the table is the most realistic approach; the numbers on the books are just illusions.
80% of people know these truths, but only that 20% who can control themselves actually make money.
Bringing up this detail is good; otherwise, even the biggest gains are just illusions.
This logic applies well in any market condition, but it really tests human nature.
A slight lapse in risk control can lead directly to liquidation; there's no luck involved.
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rekt_but_not_broke
· 01-09 08:53
It's easy to say but hard to do; how many can truly come up with solutions...
I agree with the 20% testing water approach, but it's easy to be blinded by greed.
Going all-in feels great in the moment, but the account gets cremated. I've seen too many brothers go all-in.
Patience is really important; doing nothing is the strongest trading strategy.
Setting the liquidation line is crucial; it's really hard to prevent sudden spikes.
Securing profits is the most important; the paper gains are useless.
Execution... that's the real problem, isn't it?
Many people ask, why did someone turn 5,000U into 100,000U in three weeks? The secret is actually not that mysterious.
I have observed some successful traders, and their common point is—no greed. It sounds very simple, but this is precisely the hardest to achieve.
**Gradual Positioning, Never Go All-In**
Enter with 20% of your total funds for the first time to test the waters. For example, only move 1,000U out of 5,000U, using 2-3x leverage to feel the rhythm. After making a profit, consider adding to the position, but also be restrained—if you earn 1,500U, only take out 500U to continue trading, and reduce leverage to 2x. This is not cowardice; it’s a way to survive longer.
Those who go ALL IN often die the fastest. A sudden reversal can wipe out your account instantly.
**Patience is the Ultimate Weapon**
Looking at BTC’s recent market behavior makes this clear. During two weeks of sideways movement, most people keep entering and exiting repeatedly, ending up losing everything. The ones who truly make money are those who sit tight.
What are they waiting for? Waiting for BTC to break through a key level (like 90,500), then they step in decisively. This is high-probability trading—not doing it every day, but waiting until the odds are in your favor before taking action.
**Liquidation Level is a Lifeline**
Suppose BTC is at 89,000; your liquidation level must be set below 80,000. Why? Keep at least a 10% safety margin. When the market dips sharply, you won’t be wiped out instantly, and there’s a chance to turn the situation around.
Some use 5x leverage and get stuck at support levels; a single spike can wipe them out immediately, with no time to react. This is not bad luck; it’s poor risk management.
**Profits Must Be Taken Off the Table**
Turning an account from 5,000 to 100,000 is not just about the numbers on the books, but whether you can withdraw the money to your bank account. A good approach is: double your principal and withdraw half, then let the rest grow. After reaching 100,000, withdraw 80,000 as a safety net, leaving only 20,000 to continue trading.
The benefit of this is that you lock in profits, and the remaining operations become more relaxed because you can’t lose your principal.
**A Rhythm Ordinary People Can Follow**
The first position should not exceed 20% of total funds; stabilize and then double down; only trade with confirmed setups, don’t act randomly; set your liquidation level at least 10% away from the current price; take profits when you earn, don’t be greedy for the last penny.
Is it simple? Very simple. Can you do it? That depends on your execution.