From Assembly Line Worker to Earning a Yearly Salary Thanks to Crypto: 3 Survival Principles for Beginners

Hey guys, I’m Nam. Today I want to share a very real story. There’s a friend who has followed me for many years, working as a factory worker, standing on an assembly line. His salary is about 6 million VND per month, working day and night shifts, constantly doing overtime, and his life revolves around three familiar points: home – factory – bed. He entered crypto just like many others: excited when prices go up, slow to cut losses when prices drop, taking quick profits when in profit, holding onto hope when in loss. But then, in less than a year, he made an amount of money from crypto equal to a whole year’s salary. I didn’t teach him any fancy indicators, didn’t draw complex price patterns. I only told him three things: Don’t follow the crowd – Always set stop-losses – Follow your own rhythm. I also gave him a very simple set of rules: Only 1–2 trades per dayNo “gambling” with the marketManage very small position sizesLosses mean stop, absolutely no revenge tradingEliminate gambler’s mentality Three months later, he messaged me: “I don’t need to get rich quickly, I just want crypto to bring in an income equal to a year’s salary.” At that moment, I knew for sure: people with discipline and good emotional control will, sooner or later, make money in this market. What Does It Really Take to Make Money in Crypto? Many believe that to make money in crypto, you need: “Insider tips”A divine strategyBeing able to catch the top and bottom But the truth is, that’s not the case. Those I’ve met who make steady profits all share one point: They don’t dream of “coin x100”Only do what they understandPrioritize consistent cash flow, not sudden big profits Crypto offers many ways to make money: Spot tradingFuturesAirdropsGridArbitrageMining… But for beginners, the most suitable methods are: Easy to understandLow emotional involvementNo need to stare at the screen all day For example, spot grid trading is like “rentting assets,” where market fluctuations generate income. Someone using 20,000 USDT, just running a BTC grid, can earn nearly 9,000 USDT in a sideways market over a month. The key is: You’re building a stable passive income source, not searching for a once-in-a-lifetime jackpot. 3 Easiest Paths for Beginners Airdrops – Start with Almost Zero Cost Airdrops are free tokens issued by projects to attract users. Ideal for beginners because: No large capital neededJust time and discipline But strict adherence is required: Separate wallet completelyNo use of main walletKeep detailed records of all actionsParticipate and take profits when available Some have received airdrops worth tens of thousands of USD (like Arbitrum). But many also over-participated, didn’t sell, and ended up with zero profit. Spot Grid – “Automated Income” in Sideways Markets Grid works by: Buying low – selling high within a defined price rangeNo need to predict trend Especially suitable when: Market is sidewaysParticipants don’t have much time The biggest advantage is reducing emotional stress because the system does the work for you. Arbitrage Thinking – Making Money from Imbalances The same coin’s price on different exchanges isn’t always identical. Arbitrage isn’t just: Buy low – sell high It’s about: Seeing delaysRecognizing system errorsExploiting discrepancies in the rules of the game This mindset isn’t only applicable in crypto but also very useful in business and investing in general. 3 Core Survival Principles in Crypto Risk Management Always Comes Before Profit Crypto is a harsh market: 10 people enter, 1 survives9 others lose money due to poor risk control Unbreakable rules: Don’t use living expenses moneyEvery trade must have a stop-lossNo all-inNo holding losses Personally, I always limit: Each strategy, each account only uses an amount small enough that losing it doesn’t hurt. Information Is an Advantage, But Don’t Be Blind Crypto is a market with asymmetric information. Those who know early have an advantage. But: Don’t chase hot newsDon’t FOMO when others boast about profitsChoose communities with rational thinking Controlling Emotions Is the Line Between Life and Death Many people lose not because they lack knowledge, but because: They get greedy when in profitPanic when in loss Familiar pattern: Initially indifferent → Then regret → FOMO → End up holding worthless bags Plan ahead, stick to the plan, don’t negotiate with emotions. Conclusion Crypto offers opportunities, but it’s not gambling. It’s like a mirror: Reflects disciplineReflects greedReflects self-control That factory worker’s success isn’t due to luck, but because of: Excellent executionStable psychologyRespect for discipline If you want to treat crypto as a side job: Start with small capitalPrioritize top coinsUse reputable exchangesGo slow but steady Slow is fast. Less is more. Longevity matters more than quick gains. Ultimately, the market will always reward those who are patient and disciplined.