Money in the crypto world doesn't appear out of nowhere; ultimately, it flows from those traders without a plan to those who are truly patient.

I have a particularly deep impression of the time when ZEC hovered sideways at a key support level for a full seven days, neither falling below nor breaking through the resistance above. I watched the chart slowly realize that this might be a sign of an impending breakout. The moment it surged with volume and broke through the resistance, I entered the market directly and ultimately gained a profit of 12,500U.

There are many similar opportunities. When BEAT surged higher, it moved like a drunkard with a long upper shadow. I immediately reversed my position and shorted, earning 56,000U. PIPPIN suddenly broke out with increased volume after a period of consolidation on the larger cycle. I followed up and made another 23,000U.

These gains are not luck; they are executed according to a plan, trade by trade. Today, I want to talk about not shortcuts or secrets, but the discipline that has helped me survive—and even thrive—in this highly volatile market.

**Most of the time, wait; only act at key moments**

Many people treat the crypto market like a casino, afraid to miss any opportunity, watching the charts 24/7. The result? They’re like hunters shooting wildly in the forest—running out of bullets, and scaring away the prey.

My old friend Wang is just like that. He can’t go a day without trading; as soon as the market moves slightly, he rushes to place an order. Over a year, his trading record is as thick as a dictionary, and he ended up losing over 200,000U. That’s typical beginner thinking.

Professional traders are the opposite: 90% of the time they wait, 10% of the time they strike decisively. Warren Buffett’s words are very apt—“We wait for the good pitch, rather than swinging at every pitch.”

**Simple tools, surprisingly effective**

My trading toolbox is actually quite simple, without a bunch of complicated indicators. Just a few basic support and resistance levels, volume comparisons, plus an understanding of market cycles. Simplicity at its best, making it easier to execute.