How to Survive the Top and Still Win the Cycle
I’ve seen it happen every cycle: People make life-changing gains, then give it all back trying to squeeze out that last 20%.
I’ve done it too. Held too long and watched the gains vanish.
This time, I’m doing it differently. Here’s my playbook when the market feels near the top 👇🏻
[1] Take Profits Early
If your bags are up 3x, 5x, 10x → start selling. Don’t wait for the absolute top. Cash is underrated when everyone else is euphoric.
[2] Reduce Overall Exposure
As risk goes up, I pull capital out. Not fully out of the game, just not overexposed. I'd rather miss a bit of upside than ride the full downside.
[3] Keep a Small High-Risk Stack
I still want upside but I size it like a lottery ticket. A few bold bets with asymmetric payoff, while the rest is already safe.
[4] Don’t Re-enter Too Soon
I’ve learned this the hard way: once I exit, I stay out. No FOMO, no revenge trades. Most of the damage happens trying to chase “one last pump.”
[5] Wait for the Reset
Markets always reset. If I’ve kept my capital intact, I’ll be ready to buy when everyone else is panicking. That’s where the real wealth is built.
📌 Simple rule I follow now:
Be aggressive when others are scared. Be cautious when everyone’s partying.
Bull markets don’t end with warnings they end with greed.
So I cash out early, keep a sniper’s mindset, and make sure I’m still here for the next cycle.