Start slow and protect your capital first. Never trade with money you can’t afford to lose. Learn the basics—spot trading, market vs limit orders, and fees—before touching futures or leverage. Use small position sizes and always set a stop-loss to control risk. Don’t chase hype or follow random signals on social media. Focus on one or two coins and study their price action. Emotions are your biggest enemy, so avoid overtrading. Keep a simple trading journal to learn from mistakes. Consistency beats fast profits.