Having been in the crypto world for 8 years, I’ve gone from a young guy to a middle-aged man. Now 37 years old, I’ve settled in Hangzhou with three properties—one for living, one for settling down, and one for rental income. The proudest thing is that I’ve never had a job; all of this is thanks to my strategic positioning in the crypto asset market over the years. The principal has increased nearly a hundredfold, and this is not luck, but method.

Many people ask me what my secret is. Honestly, there’s nothing mysterious about it. I never follow the herd or chase after pump-and-dump schemes, and I’ve never touched air coins. The whole process boils down to four words—no greed, no impatience. That’s it, so simple.

Regarding market judgment, I have some insights. Slow growth accompanied by small adjustments is actually the healthiest rhythm. If a certain coin suddenly surges, then immediately plunges, it’s usually the manipulators shaking out weak hands. In such markets, it’s best to stay on the sidelines. Conversely, those who shout every day “it will definitely rise ten times”? I never listen to them. Truly valuable projects don’t need brainwashing marketing to attract investors.

In terms of position management, my rules are very strict. Even for projects I believe in, I only invest 30% of my capital; the remaining 70% should either stay in cash or wait for opportunities. This setup may seem conservative, but when extreme market conditions hit, it’s the capital that keeps you alive. Making money is important, but staying alive is even more so.

Don’t be greedy once you’re profitable. My approach is to take out 50% of the gains as soon as I reach my target. Floating profits can turn into losses in an instant. I don’t fully agree with the saying “long-term holding is the way to big profits.” Sometimes reducing your position at the right time can help you survive longer.

And finally, the most important point—stay away from things you don’t understand. I know how hot DeFi and NFTs are, but if I can’t grasp the underlying logic behind them, I will never follow the trend. I’ve heard too many stories of bagholders.

After surviving two bull and bear cycles, these are my insights. I don’t make big promises or promise huge profits. I just want to work with partners who genuinely want to break through their current situation and have strong execution. To succeed in the crypto space long-term, you need to be steady and follow the rules.