Recently, I keep getting asked: I only have 3000 yuan (about 400 USD), is there still a chance to turn things around in the crypto world?

Honestly, yes. But not by gambling recklessly.

**Rapid Accumulation Phase**

The first 100 USD is used for contracts, that’s all. It’s not about using leverage necessarily, but because with a small principal, you want to grow quickly—this is a straightforward way. Pick popular coins, watch news and candlestick patterns, and strictly follow take-profit and stop-loss rules. The first goal is simple—double your money and then exit, turning 100 into 200.

Continue with 200, aiming for 400. Then go all-in one last time to reach 800.

If luck and skill align, and you clear all three hurdles, your account can grow from 400 USD to over 1100 USD, nearly tripling your principal. Sounds great, but here’s where you need to hit the brakes.

**Why only three times?**

That’s just how the crypto world is. You might win nine times in a row, but one liquidation can wipe out all profits plus the principal. Most people get stuck here. Winning but not withdrawing is basically gambling with your life.

**From 1100 USD to Stable Compound Growth**

At this stage, your mindset needs to change. Don’t think about doubling quickly anymore—that’s gambler’s logic.

Divide your money into several parts. Spend time researching the fundamentals of projects, teams, and technical directions—don’t just follow others’ calls blindly, that’s the fastest way to get wrecked. For long-term directions like AI tracks, gaming chains, L2 solutions, choose coins with real implementation and diversify your holdings. Don’t aim for overnight riches; first, stabilize your foundation.

Then, hold your positions. The real profit-makers aren’t those staring at the charts every day, but those who pick the right targets and hold onto them. Don’t cut losses during dips, and you won’t miss out on quick surges during rallies. Time and compound interest will do the work for you.

Leverage isn’t inherently evil. The problem isn’t leverage itself, but how you use it. Use small positions, always set stop-losses, and know when to exit—that’s proper use of tools. Misusing leverage is like self-destruction.

In summary: rapid accumulation depends on discipline and luck; steady profit depends on research and patience. Be aggressive in the early stages but calm and focused later. Only then can you survive longer and earn more steadily in the crypto space.