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An Ode to WhiteCoco4U: Lessons From 2024

Merry Christmas! Happy Holidays! We hope you all had a lovely time away from the markets for a few days. For those who didn’t, we sincerely hope you weren’t rugged on a holy day.

On the whole, news is a bit sparse at the moment as everyone is still in holiday mode. As we approach the dawn of 2025—the year destined to be the most abundant in health and wealth yet—this seems like a good time to revisit the lessons WhiteCoco4U has shared with us on XO throughout 2024.

What lessons and mindset can we carry into this final stage of the bull run?

1. Take Profits and Avoid Bagholding

WhiteCoco’s mantra is clear: “Nobody ever lost money taking profits.”

As tempting as it is to hold assets in hopes of catching the absolute peak, he emphasizes the importance of disciplined selling.

The advice remains consistent: DCA out (dollar-cost averaging on the way out) and resist the urge to round-trip your bags with the thought, “It can go higher!” The markets are cyclical, and gains today can vanish tomorrow.

2. Market Cycles Matter

On that note, understanding the broader cycle is fundamental to WhiteCoco’s strategy. He frequently references the importance of timing exits and anticipating shifts.

For example, during Bitcoin’s climb to $84.4k, he predicted pullbacks and emphasized that while the top wasn’t yet in, most gains had already been realized. His advice is rooted in the principle of prudence: sell during euphoria and buy during despair.

3. Manage Risk and Set Targets

Risk management is a recurring theme. WhiteCoco reminds traders to align their decisions with their risk tolerance and to stick to their strategies.

By setting clear targets for gains (e.g., aiming for 20-50% rather than chasing rare 10x returns), traders can maintain control over their portfolios.

Moreover, he advises using tools like stop-loss orders to protect gains and reduce emotional decision-making. “Your financial future depends on it,” he warned in mid-November, urging us to take a measured approach rather than acting on fear or greed.

4. Altcoins and Shitcoinery

Yes, Ordinals and Runes may be our bread and butter, but WhiteCoco sees value in other plays, particularly in the later stages of market cycles.

He’s bullish on coins like Ethereum, Solana, and AVAX for moderate gains, while keeping an eye on the odd bit of shitcoinery as an optional high-risk endeavor. With Ordinals and Runes he advises patience, explaining that these assets may lag behind Bitcoin during its surges—something we have seen quite a bit of lately.

5. Community and Collaboration

WhiteCoco consistently acknowledges the importance of the community, celebrating shared successes and encouraging members to stay informed and engaged.

His humility shines through when he admits, “I’m not part of any cabal” and “I still have a day job,” grounding his advice in terms we can all relate to.

6. The Big Picture: Building for the Future

Finally, WhiteCoco4U’s philosophy extends beyond short-term gains. He champions the mindset of “bear builders” who lay the groundwork for success during market downturns.

That’s who we are at XO. We never left. We’re currently going through another dead period. Do not get slack. Do not get bored or disheartened. This is when you should be paying attention! When volume and attention return, we will be ready to capitalize.

WhiteCoco has been a rock for the XO community since our inception—showing up not just to drop alpha and advice but to chat daily in the Inner Circle.

As we head into 2025, let’s ensure we all take what the market gives us and don’t give it back. Let’s win together!

Make sure you show your love and appreciation for WhiteCoco in the XO Discord—or better yet, on X—where others outside our bubble can see the impact he’s made.

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…..They’ve landed in 7th place for volume over the past 24 hours, still unable to break out of the 0.13 BTC range.

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It’s worth noting that we said the same a few weeks back—looks like everyone is catching up.

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$ZBIT makes a reappearance in the top 10, though with only 0.15 BTC in volume clinching the 8th spot, it’s a clear sign that we are still in a lull.

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