Can you still make money in the crypto world with little funds?

I've been asked this question countless times. To be honest, having less money can actually be an advantage. Many small accounts end up going further, while those who start by throwing in big money often get emotionally overwhelmed after just one setback.

The issue has never been about the amount of money, but about greed.

Look, people who rush in wanting to get rich quick usually follow this pattern: full position, heavy position, all-in. As a result, when the market just fluctuates slightly, their accounts shrink by 30%, and they break down emotionally. I've seen too many cases like this. The ones who last the longest are actually those who seem "very stupid"—they don't make flashy moves, just steady as a rock.

I've summarized a set of principles to share with you.

**First: Don't Be Greedy with Coins**

Most people's common problem is being dazzled. They see one coin rise and want to chase, see another with potential and want to get in. Then, when the market arrives, they try to operate on ten coins at once, ending up frantic, chasing highs and selling lows, and finally losing money.

Instead of that, focus on 2 to 3 coins. Concentrate your energy, truly understand these projects—when to buy, when to sell—know it in your heart. Bitcoin, Ethereum, or a small coin you really believe in is enough.

**Second: Don't Panic When the Market Moves**

This is the toughest test of human nature.

When prices rise, don’t rush to chase—what you chase is often the top. When prices fall, don’t sell in a panic—most losses start here. When emotions take over, your brain shuts down, and buying high and selling low becomes routine. The market loves people like this; clearing out such positions is very easy.

Wait, watch, think again—these three words are easy to say but deadly to do. But this restraint can keep you alive.

**Third: Never Fully Invest**

Full position is the biggest trap in investing. Once you're fully invested, if the market pulls back slightly, you can't add more. More importantly, the psychological pressure becomes overwhelming. After a small profit, a pullback hits, and your mindset collapses.

Smart approach? Always keep more than one-third of your funds in cash. When prices go up, use the cash to add positions; when they fall, buy the dip. This way, you have room to maneuver no matter what.

**Fourth: Set Take Profit and Stop Loss in Advance**

Many people's biggest problem is lacking rules. How much profit to take? How much loss to accept? When the time comes, they hesitate—miss the chance to sell or cut losses—and end up getting burned.

The best way? Write it down before entering. Take profit at 20%, stop loss at 10%. It’s that simple. Don’t change your rules on the spot. Your rules are your rules. Many losses come from being too reluctant to accept small losses, which results in bigger ones.

**Fifth: Don’t Overcomplicate Technical Analysis**

Are a bunch of indicators useful? Not really. MACD, Bollinger Bands, Fibonacci—sound advanced, but 99% of people can't use them well. They often just confuse you.

What you really need is basics. Know how to read candlesticks, understand moving averages, recognize simple support and resistance. That’s enough. With this, you can avoid most pitfalls in the market. Don’t aim to make the most money, just aim to survive longer.

**Sixth: Enter in Batches, Don’t Go All-In at Once**

Splitting your position into 3 or 4 parts and gradually building is completely different from going all-in at once. What does batching mean? It means no matter how the market fluctuates, you have room to respond. Going all-in means if the market moves against you, your account can be wiped out instantly.

And the most crucial point:

**Don’t Trust Anyone Blindly**

No matter how fierce the hype in chat groups, if you lose money, it’s on you. Others’ 100% returns are useless to you because that’s their account. You must believe in your own rules and discipline. The account is yours, and losses are your responsibility.

I also started with small funds and survived step by step. It’s not luck or secret tricks, but this seemingly "stupid" method. Strong execution, steady mindset, and long-term survival—turning things around is not a dream. If you’re still confused now, just stick to these few rules, and that’s enough.