Honestly, my journey in crypto is a story of going from three million to eight million in debt, and then back to ten million. It sounds like a movie, but it's a reality I lived through. And now I see many people asking: how much do they really make from cryptocurrency? I'll answer simply — it depends on discipline, not luck.
In 2017, I jumped in on the altcoin wave. Greed of course threw me off course — buying at peaks, selling at bottoms, using huge leverage. By 2018, I lost everything and was left with debts. That’s when I realized the main thing: how much you make from cryptocurrency depends not on the size of your capital, but on the size of your discipline.
For two years, I systematically studied techniques and developed my own strategy. By 2021, during the bull market, I earned ten million, paid off my debts, and accumulated serious profit. Here’s what worked.
My main scheme is the monthly MACD plus the 60-day daily moving average. It sounds complicated, but the logic is simple: I choose the trend on the monthly chart, and determine entry points on the daily. Four steps, and that’s it.
First — I select cryptocurrencies from the top 50 by growth over 11 days. But if a coin drops three days in a row, that’s a signal that capital is leaving. I skip those.
Second — I wait for a golden cross on the monthly MACD. When DIF crosses DEA, it indicates a long-term bullish trend. Such assets tend to give bigger moves.
Third — I switch to the daily chart and wait for the price to return to the 60-day moving average. When it’s there and strong volume appears — that’s my entry point. That’s a low-risk point.
Fourth — strict profit and stop management. If the price rises by 30%, I sell a third of my position. At 50% — another third. I hold the rest until the price drops below the moving average. And if the price drops below the 60-day MA the day after entry, I exit completely. No hopes for a rebound.
Why does this work? Because I only trade upward trends, avoiding conflicting signals. The entry point at the 60-day moving average is a level where big players often support the price. And most importantly — I control risk step by step.
But here’s the real truth: many lose not because the method is wrong. They lose because they can’t follow the method. When it’s time to set a stop, they hesitate. When it’s time to lock in profits, they get greedy. How much you ultimately earn from crypto is simply the result of how disciplined you are.
In 2024-2025, my capital reached an eight-figure sum. Now I just monitor the market, make a few trades when needed. My portfolio value exceeds 60 million. And do you know what’s most important? Psychology, not technique.
There are a few things I’ve noticed over ten years. Bitcoin is usually the leader of volatility. Ethereum and other major tokens sometimes deviate, but altcoins almost always follow BTC. When USDT grows, be cautious — BTC might fall. When BTC rises, it’s time to buy USDT.
Timing also matters. Sharp moves often happen from midnight to 1 a.m. American traders wake up around 5 p.m. — that’s when serious volatility can occur. Fridays vary, but watch the news.
If a cryptocurrency with volume drops, don’t panic. Be patient — you’ll return to your capital in three to four days or a month. If you have free USDT, gradually add to your positions to lower your average price. If not — just wait.
Long-term trading with the same coins yields more profit than frequent trades. It requires patience, but it works.
Now about profit math. The win rate is the number of winning trades divided by total trades. If you win 50% of your trades, that doesn’t mean you’re losing money. It all depends on the risk-reward ratio.
For example, if you risk $100 per trade but make $500 on winning trades, even with a 40% win rate, you’ll be in profit. Because wins outweigh losses. Conversely, if you lose $1000 but make $150, you need to win 9 out of 10 trades just to break even.
I use the risk-to-reward ratio: profit:risk. For example, 3:1 means your profit is three times your risk. For such a ratio, you need at least a 30% win rate to be profitable. For 5:1, 20% is enough. For 10:1, just 10%.
Here’s an example: you have a $20,000 account. You make 30 trades a month, risking 1% — $200 — per trade. With a 33% win rate and a 5:1 ratio, you lose 20 trades at $200 — minus $4,000 — but win 10 trades at $1,000 — plus $10,000. Total profit: +$6,000 per month. It works.
The big problem — many can’t hold a position until the target. They close profits too early, afraid of losing even a little. But if you close losses quickly and profits quickly, you’re just slowly losing money.
The question is: who are you as a trader? Do you prefer big rare profits or frequent small wins? Both approaches are valid. But trading against your nature is a mistake.
I like to catch trades with high returns — 10R, 20R, even 30R. One such trade a year, risking 1%, can increase your account by 20-30%. But you need the psychology to hold through fluctuations.
At the same time, I’m satisfied with stable 2:1 and 3:1 trades. Most of the time, that’s what I do, but I pay attention to conditions where big moves might happen.
Forget about guarantees. No one can predict the market 100%. Even I, after ten years, have stepped on my own toes. Especially with 100x leverage. But I’ve developed a system that works.
First — a fixed capital for trading contracts. I always risk the same amount, like $300. The maximum loss — $300, but in good times, I can make several thousand.
Second — I start with micro positions. A few dollars or a dozen. As Livermore said, you need to start with wins to keep your psyche stable.
Third — I increase my position only after profit. I see a trend — I add. I don’t add during losses. Capital preservation is key.
Fourth — flexible stop-loss. I adjust depending on the market to avoid losing capital. That gives peace of mind.
Regarding memes and hype — yes, I entered a few trends early with friends, made profits, and when others started FOMO entry, we already quietly exited. But that’s dangerous for beginners.
For those in doubt, here are three tips. Divide your money: 50% for long-term investments, 30% for short-term trading, 20% for speculation where you’re willing to lose money for learning. Don’t focus only on crypto. If you have positions, know what you have. If not — don’t constantly think about them. The highest skill is to step outside this circle. And learn to wait. Waiting is not wasting time — it’s understanding yourself and your goals.
How much do they really make from cryptocurrency in the end? Those who learn, observe, analyze, and most importantly — follow their system. No one can understand all markets. Set aside some money for long-term investments, don’t trade too often — the more you trade, the more mistakes you make. Wait patiently for your opportunity.
I’ve been in this market for ten years. I’ve seen three bull and three bear cycles. Started with $8,000, fell many times, but finally achieved results. My advice — technique is second, psychology is first. Even the wisest can make mistakes, and a fool can profit. Time won’t stop, get up and keep going. Follow the trend, position early, and you’ll get your share of profit.
