Crypto circles are never short of trend followers; what’s lacking are those who can survive long-term. Not a single liquidation in a year—what secrets are behind this achievement?

A year ago, I introduced a new friend to the crypto scene. He only brought $1,500, and his hands were trembling when he first clicked to place an order. And the result? A year later, his account grew to $56,000. No hundredfold coins, no gambler’s luck—just a strict and sustainable approach that has kept him alive until now. Today, I’ll break down this logic for everyone.

**Tip 1: Always divide your principal into three parts**

The first rule I told him was simple—don’t put all your chips in at once.

Split the $1,500 into three $500 portions, each with its own task:

$500 for intraday short-term trading. Focus on one opportunity per day, take profits at 5%, and cut losses at 3%. It sounds cautious, but it’s actually to keep your market feel sharp and to keep risks within controllable limits.

$500 for swing trading. Wait for weekly signals; if no signal, stay out. When a signal appears, strike hard. No participation in choppy markets. If the trend isn’t clear, sleep tight.

$500 as emergency funds. Keep it in stablecoins, do not touch it regardless of market movements. This is the emergency brake against sudden dips or if your own mindset cracks and you want to make reckless moves.

Many newcomers want to go all-in right away, but most end up getting slapped out of the market. Opportunities in crypto are plentiful; what’s truly scarce is the principal that keeps you alive at the table.

**Tip 2: Only eat the fat in a trend**

Short-term intraday trading emphasizes high frequency with low risk. Swing trading relies on following the trend and the overall market direction. For example, Solana’s upward momentum analysis is typical—find a clear uptrend, follow the fattest part, and exit immediately if the market turns sour.

Don’t be greedy, and don’t fight the market. Take profits when you’ve earned enough. That’s the way to survive the longest.