Crypto circles have never been a casino. For small investors to survive longer and live with dignity, it's not just luck that matters, but more about tactics and mindset.

Recently, many newcomers have asked: "I only have around 1,000 to 2,000 USDT to start with. How should I play in the crypto world to see some progress?" This question takes me back to when I first entered this space. At that time, I also watched others' stories of tenfold or hundredfold gains, feeling both envy and impatience. But the reality is in front of us: small capital faces tough bottlenecks—just one retracement can shrink the principal, leaving little room for trial and error. A single mistake can hurt the foundation.

Today, I want to share the strategies I’ve developed over the years. These methods really work.

**Step 1: Thoroughly understand "what to invest in" and "how to invest" before acting**

Many people make the mistake of trying to directly copy others' wealth formulas. But for small funds to accumulate the first bucket of gold, both target selection and betting techniques are indispensable.

My approach is to focus on tokens with solid fundamentals and reliable technical indicators. Why? Mainstream coins are relatively safe, but their growth potential for small funds is limited; conversely, a well-chosen small coin, once it gains momentum, can dramatically change the entire account.

**How do I pick projects? I look at these three aspects:**

First, does the project solve a real pain point? For example, in DeFi, AI, or blockchain gaming sectors, does it offer solutions that others haven't thought of or can't do?

Second, look at the team. Do the core members have successful track records? Is the development progress steady? Is the code on GitHub actively updated? These details can reveal whether a project is genuinely progressing or just raising funds.

Third, assess the ecosystem's popularity. How is the discussion atmosphere in communities like Telegram and Discord? Does the token have a vampiric mechanism? Is the tokenomics design reasonable? These can help determine whether the project has vitality.

**What about investment methods?**

I use a strategy called "focused concentration with moderate diversification." This means dividing your limited resources into several waves, rather than going all-in on one project at once. This way, even if one direction fails, there are still active funds to adjust.