Like it or not $BTC is here and while a lot of folks are panicking, many others are busy positioning themselves for the bear. We all know during bear market, most activities like airdrop farming, trading, etc, gets significantly affected by the bad market. Even degen trading gets crazy as you would find it very difficult to find a X2 compared to a bull market where X100, X1000 are many. Making money hence becomes difficult at such times. This is the time when most project use to build as they wait for the bull market again for TGE. During this times, the one thing that will be in surplus are crypto or web3 jobs as they call it. Many projects will need professionals in different niches and areas, therefore you need to know which skills to learn if you don't have one or even skills to add to your portfolio if you already have one so as to not suffer during this period. I have made a compilation of top 10 highly demanded web3 skills/roles that can land you a good paycheck during this bear market. Both Technical/Non-technical.

The Market Reality: BTC at $69K and the Slide Ahead

As of today, Bitcoin (BTC) is trading at approximately $69,366. While this might seem high compared to years past, the momentum has shifted. We are currently seeing a 22% drop in a single week, and the technical charts suggest the floor hasn't been hit yet.

Most analysts are bracing for a continuation of this trend, likely pushing prices down into the $40,000 to $35,000 region. This boring sideways and downward movement will definitely shake out a lot of people. But for those with a plan, this is the accumulation phase, not just for coins, but for skills.

$10K Lesson: Why Skills Beat Luck

During the brutal bear market of 2022, I was hit hard as my portfolio went as low as -90%, most of the coins I held dipped crazily as I wasn't prepared for the bear. I panicked sell some to cut loss but even at that I was still almost stripped naked. I stared at charts for hours on many days, on many days I couldn't afford a meal for myself again. Finally I stopped fighting the market and started looking for a way to survive the market and that led me to ''Writing''. By focusing on content writing and content creation, I was able to generate over $10,000 in a period where most portfolios were down 80% from different gigs here and there. From the part of the world where I come from, that is a lot of money

Why? Because even in a bear market, projects have budgets for education, marketing, and development. They need people who can explain their tech, manage their communities, and keep the lights on while waiting for the next bull run.

I want you to learn from my story. Also not just learn but be inspired and motivated to learn a skill and stay afloat hence this article. So lets get into it:

10 In-Demand Web3 Skills to Master in 2026

If you want to make money regardless of BTC's price, here are the top 10 skills to learn right now, along with how to master them:

1. Data Analytics and Indexing

Blockchain data is transparent but messy. Companies pay handsomely for people who can organize on-chain data into actionable insights.

How to learn: Focus on SQL and blockchain indexing protocols.

Resources: Start with Dune Analytics tutorials or The Graph Academy to learn how to build subgraphs.

2. Game Development

Web3 gaming is evolving from "Play-to-Earn" to actual high-quality "Play-and-Own."

How to learn: Learn Unity or Unreal Engine, then integrate Web3 libraries like Thirdweb or Moralis.

Resources: ChainSafe Gaming documentation and YouTube tutorials on "Blockchain Game Dev."

3. Content Creation

The ability to simplify complex DeFi or ZK concepts into threads, videos, or articles is a superpower.

How to learn: Study copywriting and video editing (CapCut/Premiere).

Resources: HubSpot Academy for content strategy and Dickie Bush’s Ship 30 for 30 for digital writing.

4. BD and Partnerships

Business Development in Web3 is about connecting ecosystems (e.g., getting a DEX integrated into a wallet).

How to learn: Master the art of "cold reaching" on X/Telegram and understanding "ecosystem flywheels."

Resources: Follow Crypto Jobs List blogs on Web3 BizDev roles and also watch Youtube videos.

5. UI/UX Design and Product Design

Web3 is notorious for terrible user experiences. Designers who can make "signing a transaction" feel as easy as "double-tapping an IG post" are in high demand.

How to learn: Learn Figma and study the "Web3 Design Principles."

Resources: UXservices offers a specific Web3 UX Design Course, Cousera, YouTube.

6. Social Media Management

In a bear market, keeping a community engaged on X, CMC, Tiktok, Reddit and Lens is the difference between a project surviving or dying.

How to learn: Study "Growth Hacking" and community psychology.

Resources: Engage with the Lens Protocol, YouTube, Cousera.

7. Blockchain Architecture and Engineering

Architects design the entire flow of a protocol, from the consensus layer to the application layer.

How to learn: Deep dive into peer-to-peer networking and cryptography.

Resources: The Blockchain Council’s Certified Blockchain Architect program, Coursera, YouTube.

8. Zk Proofs and Design

Zero-Knowledge technology is the "Holy Grail" of 2026 for privacy and scalability.

How to learn: Learn the basics of "Succinct Non-Interactive Arguments of Knowledge" (SNARKs).

Resources: RareSkills ZK Bootcamp or the ZK Whiteboard series on YouTube.

9. Smart Contract Auditing and Testing

Security is non-negotiable. One bug can cost millions, making auditors the highest-paid individuals in the space.

How to learn: Master Solidity and security tools like Slither and Echidna.

Resources: Cyfrin Updraft (by Patrick Collins) is currently the gold standard for auditing education, Youtube, etc.

10. Marketing (Product, Growth, etc.)

Web3 marketing has moved past "Airdrop farming." Projects now need sustainable growth through SEO and product-led marketing.

How to learn: Learn data-driven marketing and SEO

Resources: YouTube, Coursera, Top marketing gurus on X like @thegreatola.

Bannks, I am confused, which should I pick?

Take out your time to research more about each to find out which suites you best. Don't try to learn all ten. Pick one that aligns with your current interests and dedicate the next 3 months of this bear market to becoming an expert. By the time $BTC hits its bottom and starts the climb back up, you won't just be an investor, you'll be an essential part of the industry.