From $1,000 to $100,000 and beyond, honestly, it’s not luck, but these five iron rules that have pulled me out of the pit time and time again.

Contracts can make you fly, but they can also make you fall so hard you can’t get up. $BSB
Brother Mao’s approach is a bit extreme: split $1,000 into ten parts, go all in with $100 each time, and use 100x leverage.
If you get the direction right, you double your money with a little move; if you’re wrong? That $100 is gone to zero instantly.
But as long as you stick to these five rules below, the market won’t have a chance against you.
First rule: Cut losses when wrong, don’t hesitate
Always waiting for a rebound? The market won’t indulge you. When your stop-loss point hits, get out immediately. Accept the loss—it's a hundred times better than a liquidation.
Second rule: Shut down after five consecutive losses
When the market gets chaotic, stubbornly fighting it is just giving away money. Set a circuit breaker for yourself: after five wrong trades, turn off your computer and go rest for the whole day. When you check again the next day, you’ll often see everything clearly.
Third rule: Take profits when you earn
The numbers in your account are just floating clouds; the real money is what you’ve actually taken out. Every time you make at least $2,000, withdraw at least half to secure your gains.
Fourth rule: Follow the trend, avoid choppiness
In a trending market, 100x leverage is a money printer; in a choppy market, it’s a meat grinder. When there’s no clear direction, I prefer to stay flat and wait for the trend to emerge before acting.
Fifth rule: Never risk more than 10% of your capital in a single position
Stop thinking about going all-in every time. To win, you first need to survive. Only trade $100 each time—if you lose, you can afford it; if you win, it’s steady. Light positions keep your mindset stable, and you’ll operate with confidence.
Contracts are never a shortcut to overnight riches; they are a long-term battle.
Remember these five rules, and you’ll be able to smile last.