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October 9, 2026 Investor Mindset

When Should You Take Profits in Crypto?

You should take profits in crypto when your plan tells you to, not when your emotions tell you to. The right time to sell is rarely obvious in the moment, which is exactly why the decision needs to be made in advance, calmly, against a defined framework. Most investors are excellent at buying and poor at selling. Profit taking is the discipline that turns paper gains into realised wealth, and it is the single biggest difference between investors who keep…

September 18, 2026 Investor Mindset

Joe Shew

What Is FUD in Crypto?

FUD stands for fear, uncertainty, and doubt. In crypto, it describes negative information, often exaggerated or misleading, that drives investors to sell, panic, or step away from the market. Like its opposite, FOMO, FUD is one of the most powerful and most expensive emotions in this asset class. Some FUD is rooted in genuine concerns worth taking seriously. Some is recycled noise that returns in every cycle. Telling the difference is one of the most useful skills a sophisticated investor…

September 11, 2026 Investor Mindset

Joe Shew

What Is FOMO in Crypto?

FOMO stands for fear of missing out. In crypto, it is the feeling that drives investors to buy something because it has already moved, because everyone else is talking about it, or because they cannot stand to watch from the sidelines any longer. It is one of the most expensive emotions in this market, and almost every investor experiences it at some point.I have felt it. Every investor I respect has felt it. The difference between investors who get hurt…

July 24, 2026 Investor Mindset

Joe Shew

How to Avoid Emotional Decisions in Crypto?

Emotional decisions are the single largest source of underperformance in retail crypto investing. Not bad analysis. Not bad luck. Emotion. Fear at the bottom, greed at the top, and a thousand small reactive decisions in between. Mastering your emotions in crypto is not about pretending you do not feel them. It is about building a process that does not depend on you being calm at exactly the wrong moments. Why emotion is so destructive in crypto? Crypto is uniquely emotional…

July 17, 2026 Investor Mindset

Joe Shew

The Biggest Crypto Investing Mistakes Beginners Make

After more than a decade in crypto and thousands of conversations with new investors, I can tell you that beginner mistakes are remarkably consistent. The same patterns repeat in every cycle, in every country, with every new wave of investors. The good news is that once you know what they are, they are almost entirely avoidable. Here are the biggest mistakes I see beginners make, and what to do instead. 1. Investing without a strategy Most beginners do not have…

June 26, 2026 Investor Mindset

Joe Shew

How to Create a Crypto Exit Strategy?

A crypto exit strategy is a predefined plan for how and when you will take profit or cut losses on an investment. It is the single most underused tool in retail investing, and arguably the most important. Without an exit plan, every decision becomes emotional, and emotional decisions are how cycles of gains get given back. At CCI, our position is simple: you should know your exit before you ever enter. Why most investors fail to exit well? Most crypto…

June 19, 2026 Investor Mindset

Joe Shew

What Is Dollar Cost Averaging in Crypto?

It is one of the simplest, most accessible strategies in investing, and for many newer investors it is also one of the most effective.How dollar cost averaging worksThe mechanics are straightforward. You decide on an amount, a frequency, and an asset. For example, $200 into Bitcoin every Friday. You execute the same purchase regardless of whether the price is up, down, or sideways.Over time, you naturally buy more units when the price is low and fewer units when the price…

June 14, 2023 Investor Mindset

Joe Shew

NOT Knowing HOW to Invest in Cryptocurrencies WILL Cost You A Fortune!

Are you struggling to understand the world of cryptocurrency and don’t know where to start?With the rise of digital currencies, it’s essential to have them in your investment portfolio. But the fear of scams, making the wrong investment, or losing capital can be overwhelming.Don’t let frustration hold you back from a life-changing opportunity. I understand the challenges of starting in crypto, as I faced them myself in 2014. However, by overcoming costly mistakes and overcoming hurdles, I now earn more…

June 13, 2023 Investor Mindset

Joe Shew

How to Choose Successful Cryptocurrencies With 3 EASY STEPS!

Endless hours spent researching cryptocurrencies can lead to frustration and confusion.With 1000’s of options, it’s hard to know where to start. Reading about the benefits of different coins only adds to the confusion and can lead to poor investment decisions.Don’t let overwhelming information turn you off from investing. Avoid confusion and simplify your journey with the right strategies.Don’t let poor investment decisions LOSE you money. Make informed choices and enjoy the benefits of cryptocurrency investing.Here are 3 ways YOU MUST…