How Small Capital Traders Can Survive the BTC Rally Amid FOMO at New Highs
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How Small Capital Traders Can Survive the BTC Rally Amid FOMO at New Highs
Will you choose to achieve profitability on your own, or apply for a job at a crypto company?
Navigating Web3 tides with focused insightsAuthor: Route 2 FI
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Some Advice for Those Who Are Underfunded and New to Crypto
The market is booming, and with Bitcoin hitting new all-time highs, it's easy to fall into FOMO (fear of missing out) and take on more risk than usual.
First, ask yourself: what are you good at? In this industry, perhaps the most important skill is endurance. Even if you're not exceptionally smart, putting in 12 to 14 hours a day gives you an edge. Therefore, for those who are underfunded, time is your most valuable asset. Be willing to learn and improve yourself. So, which areas should you focus on? Content writing, trading on centralized exchanges (CEX), research, memecoin trading, NFTs (non-fungible tokens), YouTube, newsletters, Telegram, podcasts—there are many options.
If you enjoy writing, consider publishing content on Twitter, newsletters, or Telegram. If you prefer speaking, YouTube or podcasts might be better fits. Good with numbers and enjoy watching market movements? Then focus on improving your trading skills and connect with skilled traders you admire on Twitter. You might be surprised to find many excellent traders on Twitter with only 500 to 2,000 followers—they aren't necessarily big names like Hsaka, ENAS, or Nachi.
Once you’ve identified your strengths, ask yourself: "Are my skills strong enough to get paid?"
If not → look for internships. This could be at a crypto company, startup, venture capital firm, family office, assisting KOLs with various tasks, or helping a trader you admire with their work (if you perform well, they might share some insider insights). Internships usually offer low pay, so prioritize gaining experience and wisdom that may serve you later.
If yes → do you choose to go independent and generate profits yourself, or apply for a job at a crypto company?
Going independent can be a difficult and long road, requiring immense dedication. But if you’re confident in your abilities and believe long-term returns could far exceed a regular job, I’d recommend giving it a try.
Applying for a job at a crypto company is the safer route—you’ll receive a steady salary (often higher than traditional 9-to-5 roles). And who says you can’t focus on your own projects outside of work? While you may not have full bandwidth, a stable income allows you to pursue side ventures with peace of mind. Here’s a tip: many might think, “The bull run is here—I need to focus on trading; no time for a job.” Actually, jobs are easier to land during a bull market. And if you have little capital, why focus on trading at all?
If Ethereum quadruples in price, your $1,000 becomes $4,000. That amount can easily be earned through one or two weeks of entry-level work. Most people won’t be the kind of memecoin winner who turns $1K into $1M. And if you truly had that ability, you probably wouldn’t be considering a job anyway.
If you do apply for jobs, choose a company you respect and where you’d want equity or token compensation. If financially feasible, request as much of your salary as possible in tokens (provided you believe in the company). If the company succeeds, you could reap significant rewards. Think of EigenLayer’s 16-year-old ( @gajesh )—he’s a great example.
Twitter Account: In this industry, the best way to access top players is by increasing your visibility on Twitter. Write about topics you’re interested in and want to explore deeply, post lighthearted or humorous content, and actively engage with people you admire. Tweet every day—even if it’s just saying “gm.” Send people advice via DMs without expecting anything in return. That’s how friendships form, and who knows—maybe future collaborations will follow. Just stay friendly, helpful, and active every single day.
In crypto, your Twitter feed is essentially your resume. You don’t need LinkedIn. If you’re applying for a job, your best resume is the content you’ve created on Twitter. Moreover, recruiters often seek out influential voices on Twitter and offer various opportunities—collaborations, paid projects, referral links, funded trading accounts, and even angel investment or KOL-round opportunities when your influence grows large enough. Regarding sponsored content or paid promotions: as long as you disclose them, I think it’s acceptable. This cycle has seen some accepted behaviors I personally find odd—like someone simply sharing a contract address (CA) for a memecoin and calling it a must-buy cheap gem. Don’t do that. It’s better to only share such CAs privately within friend groups.
For traders or aspiring traders: This is likely the most challenging path, but also the most profitable if you have skill and unique edges. You need to find your own trading style. Don’t blindly follow conventional rules and expect to outperform others. You must develop a unique and effective method to do what others aren’t doing. A top trader on crypto Twitter (CT) once said he never uses TradingView. I mention this because many rely too heavily on excessive indicators and imaginary trendlines, which isn’t necessary.
Crypto markets are rife with inefficiencies—these are opportunities you can exploit. For instance, when Andre Cronje announced on Twitter in March 2022 that he would shift focus beyond DeFi, the market reacted slowly—tokens like FTM and YFI didn’t start dropping until at least 10–15 minutes later. Looking back, that was one of the easiest short trades I’ve done on Fantom. For me, it was just a quick move, but given how poorly the market performed afterward, I should’ve held longer. My point is: crypto markets aren’t as efficient as stock markets. When news hits stocks, prices reflect it within seconds.
Crypto attracts a massive number of retail investors, and frankly, many aren’t professional. I’m referring to those who randomly buy dog coins hoping for a moonshot. There’s a clear gap between the sharp minds on crypto Twitter (CT) and those relying on TikTok influencers or BitBoy for investment advice. By the way, I don’t count myself among the smart ones. I mean people like GCR, Cobie, Light, and maybe another 50 or so.
For those actively tracking crypto developments and seeking alpha, this is a real advantage. As the crypto market matures, I expect it to become more efficient, making trading harder in the future. It’s crucial to think in probabilities, use common sense, practice self-awareness, resilience, patience, and delayed gratification. Interestingly, traits like obsessive personality or mild autistic tendencies might actually be advantages. Also, remember: markets are cyclical. Only 20% of the time do we see trending markets—the other 80% is range-bound, which requires completely different strategies.
Oh, and if you think you’re already ahead in trading, I’ve got bad news: you’re probably still at the starting line.
If you want to level up to “E” status, check out this list and read this article.
In trading, don’t expect anyone to guide you step by step. We often talk about profits, but in reality, you’re taking money from other people. When you go long BTC and profit, it means another trader who went short $BTC is losing. Thus, trading is fundamentally a player-versus-player (PvP) game.
You’ll receive countless tips on platforms like Twitter, Discord, and Telegram. But always question the motivation behind shared information. Are they being genuine, or trying to dump on you by triggering your FOMO? With low-market-cap coins, advice from others requires extra caution due to high price volatility.
That said, you absolutely should learn from better traders.
Good luck.
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