For Web3 enthusiasts, the "Rich Habits Model" helps everyone continuously improve their wealth!

The Web3 industry differs significantly from traditional industries: opportunities change rapidly, information gaps are huge, and competition is global.
Therefore, many people who make money in Web3 have developed a very unique set of behaviors. Many top practitioners (such as Vitalik Buterin, Changpeng Zhao) share similar habits.
Here is a summary of the "Web3 People's Rich Habits Model" (especially suitable for those working in the crypto industry, content creators, and traders).
Web3 People's "Rich Habits Model"
1. Daily Fixed Information Intake (Information Gap Habit)
Web3 is an information-driven industry.
Many successful people daily:
- Read industry news
- Check on-chain data
- Follow Crypto Twitter
- Read research reports
Popular platforms:
- CoinDesk
- The Block
- Dune Analytics
- X
Many Web3 practitioners spend 2–3 hours a day gathering information.
2. Global Perspective (English Information Sources)
Almost 90% of Web3 information originates in the English-speaking world first.
People who make money usually:
- Follow English Twitter
- Listen to English podcasts
- Read English research
Examples:
- Messari
- Delphi Digital
Most alpha information:
- Leads the Chinese community by 12–48 hours.
Therefore, English is one of the most important skills in Web3.
3. Deep Research Habit (DYOR)
Web3 has a core culture:
DYOR (Do Your Own Research)
People who truly make money:
- Read whitepapers
- Study Tokenomics
- Analyze on-chain data
Research examples:
- TVL
- Token unlocks
- VC costs
Common tools:
- DeFiLlama
- Nansen
4. Long-term Narrative Thinking
The core of making money in Web3:
- Grasp big narratives.
Historical narratives:
- 2017 ICO
- 2020 DeFi
- 2021 NFT
- 2024 AI + Crypto
Many people make money not because of trading skills, but because:
- They are in the right sector.
5. Building a Personal Brand
In Web3:
- Personal IP ≈ Asset.
Many people earn money through content creation, such as:
- YouTube
- Twitter
- Newsletter
Examples:
- Guy Turner
- Coin Bureau
Their income sources:
- Advertising
- Sponsorships
- Consulting
- Investment opportunities
6. Network Effect and Social Circles
Opportunities in Web3 often come from:
- Circles.
Many project opportunities originate from:
- Telegram groups
- Discord
- Twitter
Common communities:
- Project teams
- VCs
- Builders
Many airdrops and early investment opportunities:
- Come from these circles.
7. Multiple Income Streams
Successful Web3 earners usually have more than one income source.
Common combinations:
- Content creation
- Trading
- Investing
- Consulting
- Project collaborations
For example:
A KOL might have:
- YouTube revenue
- Twitter ads
- Investment gains
- Consulting fees
8. High Risk Tolerance
The Web3 industry is highly volatile.
Successful people typically:
- Can withstand 80% drawdowns
- Trade without emotional reactions
- Avoid all-in positions
Many veterans have experienced:
- The 2018 cryptocurrency crash
- The 2022 crypto market crash
But they survived.
9. Rapid Execution
Web3 opportunity windows are very short.
For example:
- Airdrops
- New chain ecosystems
- Narratives
Many opportunities last only:
1–3 months.
Therefore, successful people usually:
- Spot opportunities → Act immediately.
10. Digital Nomad Mindset
Many in Web3 are:
- Digital nomads.
They are often found in:
- Dubai
- Singapore
- Lisbon
- Bangkok
Reasons:
- Tax-friendly
- Entrepreneurial environment
- Numerous industry conferences