I only have 5,000 yuan, how else can I play in the crypto world? Many beginners have this doubt. In fact, the amount of funds is not the issue; the problem lies in choosing the right strategy.

To survive, your mindset needs to be simple and direct. Summarized, there are only two paths.

First: Patience-based approach. The core is to wait for opportunities, not to trade every day. Those who can truly outperform are always a few select assets. Instead of placing random orders everywhere, it's better to focus on a few reliable directions. Selecting assets is very particular—stories need to be fresh so the market will give a premium; the entry point should be low enough for explosive potential; and there must be enough capital and participation. Once confirmed, don’t fuss around—set your take-profit levels in advance, sell part of your position when it reaches your target, and let the trend run with the rest. By capturing a few market moves this way, your account changes will become very clear.

Second: Active approach. Don’t rely on big market moves or expect a turnaround in one shot. The core is to control frequency and execution. Each trade should be small, only using a portion of your total funds. Don’t extend the cycle; the results will be clear within a short period. Cut losses immediately if things go wrong, and take profits once your preset target is reached—never be greedy. You don’t need to be right all ten times; just a few profitable trades are enough, and the rest avoiding big losses will naturally lead to overall growth. The key is never to predict the market but to execute rules consistently.

Many people fail not because of methodology issues but because they always rely on a single trade to change their fate. When emotions run high, all discipline is thrown out the window. In reality, making money in crypto isn’t that complicated—just do the right things repeatedly, and don’t let frustration lead to reckless trades.

Having 5,000 yuan can go far or not, what matters is choosing the right approach. Is it following the crowd and chasing others’ results, or steadily working at your own pace? The latter, once chosen, allows small funds to gradually stabilize.