Guest Jason Mo, a former high-stakes poker player turned crypto trader, shares lessons from his poker days and his objective and rational approach to eliminating bagholder bias. Topics include being early to BTC and participating in the ETH ICO, lessons from poker, managing bag bias, Ethereum's moat and differentiating value, the potential comeback of DeFi, advice to new crypto participants, and traits of successful traders and investors.
Being objective and practicing risk management, similar to poker, is crucial for successful crypto trading.
Patience is essential in the crypto market, as significant advancements and technological developments take time.
Diversify your portfolio allocation based on conviction, not just by investing in multiple assets within the same category.
Deep dives
The importance of risk management and objectivity in trading
One of the main lessons from poker that can be applied to crypto trading is the importance of risk management and objectivity. Just like in poker, where players can make all the right decisions and still lose or make all the wrong decisions and win, it's essential to be objective about your trades and review your actions regardless of the outcome. Risk management is also vital, ensuring that you don't over-leverage or gamble with positions. Emotionally detaching yourself from wins and losses and approaching trading analytically can lead to more rational decision-making.
The need for patience in the crypto market
Having patience is crucial in the crypto market. It can be tempting to chase quick gains or feel discouraged when progress seems slow. However, it's essential to remember that significant advancements and technological developments take time. Just like in previous cycles, where there were periods of stagnation and doubt, the crypto market continues to evolve, and it's important to stay patient and believe in the long-term future.
Diversification and conviction in portfolio allocation
When it comes to portfolio allocation, diversification based on conviction is key. It's not enough to invest in multiple assets within the same category, as they tend to be highly correlated. Instead, allocate your assets based on your level of conviction for each investment. This allows you to have a higher position in your highest conviction plays, while still having positions in assets that serve as hedges or secondary choices. By aligning your allocation with your level of belief in each asset, you can better navigate the market.
Beware of misconceptions about crypto
One of the biggest misconceptions about crypto is that it's solely used for illicit activities. While there have been instances of scams and illegal actions in the crypto space, they represent only a small portion of the market. Most people in crypto are simply looking for financial sovereignty, control over their assets, and the ability to transact without intermediaries. It's important to differentiate between the actions of a few bad actors and the broader community of individuals who see the potential of blockchain technology.
Remaining in the crypto game by surviving bear markets
Surviving bear markets is crucial for long-term success in crypto. Bear markets can be challenging, but they also present opportunities. It's important to remain in the game and not be discouraged by temporary market downturns. By maintaining your positions and adapting to market conditions, you'll be ready to capitalize on future opportunities and navigate the ever-changing landscape of crypto.
Episode 12 of Crypto Market Wizards, a new interview series focused on crypto traders in the trenches of the liquid markets. Today we have Jason Mo talking about his journey from high-stakes poker to being early to BTC and participating in the ETH ICO. He shares major lessons from his poker days and how he's able to eliminate bagholder bias by being objective and rational.Crypto Market Wizards is an ad-free and sponsor-free podcast.Guest's Twitter: https://twitter.com/cuntycakes123
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Timestamps:
0:00 Being Early to BTC & ETH ICO
3:30 Lessons from Poker
9:51 Managing Bag Bias
17:34 Ethereum's Moat & Differentiating Value
28:46 Does DeFi Comeback?
34:54 Advice to New Crypto Participants
41:56 Traits of Successful Traders and Investors
46:05 Diversification vs Concentration
51:05 Biggest Trades
53:59 Advice to Younger Self
59:37 Final Advice to the Degens
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