At first, I got frustrated, I messed up, but I learned...
Some COMMON MISTAKES:
⚠️ Touching things without knowing
💸 Confusing what is a small investment
🧾 Forgetting about fees or margin
PERPETUAL Futures 📈📉
The most used. They have no expiration date and you can open long or short positions with leverage.
Futures with Expiration 🗓️
They close on a specific date. They are used more for medium-term strategies and are not seen as much in day-to-day trading.
What many DO NOT SEE when starting with futures 💡
1. What is a small amount 💰 – Define what a “small” amount is for you. Putting very little money with a lot of leverage will not make you a millionaire. You can multiply gains, but you can also lose it all before reaching the Take Profit.
2. Fees and ETFs 🧾 – Very small gains can disappear due to fees, and you could even end up at a loss if you don’t consider them.
3. Margin and leverage ⚖️ – Whenever possible, use isolated margin instead of crossed. The more leverage, the faster you can gain… but also lose depending on the money you use.
4. Stop Loss, Take Profit, and Trailing Stop 🛑🎯 – Define them according to the crypto and its volatility. Stop Loss to protect, Take Profit to close gains, Trailing Stop to follow the price movement.
5. Take your time before opening another position ⏳
At first, it’s normal to get desperate when you see the numbers on the screen. Breathe, analyze the situation, and check if everything is well configured or automated before moving another position. Get used to the fact that there will always be a new opportunity, and if there isn’t, there will be another day. Don’t force it.
6. Sit down with time and simulate before trading 📊
Before making a real trade, try simulating it. Learn to read charts: simple things like RSI, volume, and basic patterns can guide you. This helps you understand what’s happening, make clearer decisions, and avoid mistakes when starting.
