Having been involved in crypto trading for ten years, I’ve seen many seemingly unstoppable tracks suddenly collapse, and I’ve also witnessed projects overlooked by the market turn around and become kings. These reversals are not surprising—what matters is understanding the underlying logic.

Recently, I came across a set of economic data that made me think. In the early 2000s, one country’s GDP was $4.97 trillion, firmly ranking second in the world, while another country only had $1.21 trillion—such a gap that no one would have predicted a reversal. Similar to the status comparison between Bitcoin and altcoins, the former is a dominant leader, while the latter can only follow.

But what about 23 years later? The latter surged to $17.7 trillion, while the former stagnated at $4.23 trillion. This is not luck; it’s the dual effect of compound interest and correct direction.

What does this imply for traders? A very important point: the real big opportunities are not in short-term strength or weakness, but in long-term trends. There are always people in the market watching recent price movements, candlestick patterns, and short-term sentiment, but those who make big money are often those who see the right direction, persist in technological iteration, and align with industry needs.

Initial skepticism? That’s normal. All industry leaders in history started that way. The key is whether there is genuine innovation support, whether the team has strong execution capability, and whether the project solves real needs. These factors, combined with time and compound interest, can turn undervaluation into market dominance.

So next time you see a project being overlooked by the market, instead of rushing to conclusions, ask yourself three questions: Is the direction right? Is the team reliable? Have they given enough time? If the answers are yes, don’t let short-term fluctuations hold you back.