Mastering the Bear Market: A Practical Guide for Crypto Beginners

KEYTAKEAWAYS

TABLE OF CONTENTS

• KEY TAKEAWAYS
• THE MARKET IS COOLING, BUT OPPORTUNITY ISN’T
• STAGE 1: BEGINNER’S PATH — START WITH BN ALPHA
• STAGE 2: LAYER UP WITH DEPIN PROJECTS AND SMALLER FARMING
• STAGE 3: ADVANCED TRADING — DIVE INTO EXCHANGE PLATFORMS AND RISK MANAGEMENT
• STAGE 4: THE INSIDER PHASE — BUILDING LONG-TERM RELATIONSHIPS WITH PROJECTS
• CONCLUSION: START SMALL, THINK BIG
• DISCLAIMER
• WRITER’S INTRO

CONTENT

Learn how to master airdrop farming in a bear market. From beginner to insider, this guide shows you the path to Web3 success with low-risk strategies.

THE MARKET IS COOLING, BUT OPPORTUNITY ISN’T

As we’ve seen recently, the bull market seems to have been squeezed out, and many traders are now facing liquidation after pushing for shorts. Volatility is up, prices are down, and for many, the excitement is waning.

But while the market cools off, there’s a silver lining. Bear markets can offer something that bull markets rarely do — the time to learn and build. This is a moment where opportunities like airdrop farming (also known as “撸毛”) stand out as a low-risk strategy to engage with the crypto world. It’s simple, cost-effective, and doesn’t require large capital to get started.

As experienced traders and whales exit, new opportunities are emerging for beginners who are willing to put in the work. In fact, a bear market might be the perfect time to get started.

STAGE 1: BEGINNER’S PATH — START WITH BN ALPHA

Goal:

Learn the ropes by engaging with low-barrier, high-return tasks that build your experience without a large financial commitment.

Action Steps:

1.Start with BN Alpha

• Go into the Alpha section on BN (Binance) and study the point systems.
• Focus on the 4x point categories, and select the 5-minute candles for relatively stable assets. The idea here is to practice low-risk, high-reward farming by placing long and short orders.
• Focus on simply executing — you’ll eventually see how some coins go up and some get dumped. It’s not just about making a quick buck; it’s about understanding why certain tokens behave a certain way.
• Do this for a month, and after you’ve accumulated a few hundred points, start tracking the airdrop times and claim them as they become available.

2.Multiply Accounts

• After a month of farming on one account, set up a second one and repeat the process. The more accounts you manage, the more you’ll understand the mechanics of the process, including IP management, avoiding bot detection, and handling multiple wallets.

Capital Needed:$100–500 USD

Tools: Wallets (MetaMask, Rabby), airdrop tracking tools, Google Sheets.

STAGE 2: LAYER UP WITH DEPIN PROJECTS AND SMALLER FARMING

Goal:Transition into projects that require low funds and simple interactions but still reward you with useful tokens and entry points into higher-level projects.

Action Steps:

1.Engage with DePIN Projects

• As a beginner, don’t rush into high-cap projects. Instead, look for DePIN (Decentralized Physical Infrastructure Networks) projects like Nosana, NATIX, or Grass. These projects are low-effort and cost-effective, making them perfect for newcomers.
• In these projects, you’ll be participating in small, non-technical interactions such as staking, contributing data, or participating in community governance. These simple tasks help you build a reputation without needing a large capital investment.
• Example: Last year, I was able to farm on Grass, simply running a script in the background, and earned tokens effortlessly. It’s not about getting rich; it’s about learning the process.

2.Master Multi-Account Techniques

• This is where scaling comes into play. Learn how to run multiple accounts from a single computer, understand IP address management, and use tools to prevent being flagged as a bot. The goal is to maximize efficiency without increasing risk.

3.Start Thinking About Your Long-Term Goals

• Even if you’re just farming, take some time to reflect on what you want to do long-term in the crypto space. Do you want to be a KOL (Key Opinion Leader) or focus on long-term Web3 development?
• If you’re looking to quickly dive into Web3, there are projects that allow you to farm and share content. For example, you can contribute your thoughts and ideas to a content-focused project, get rewarded with tokens, and build a social media presence. You’ll be killing two birds with one stone: gaining followers and earning airdrops.

Capital Needed:$300–1500 USD

Tools: Telegram/Discord, multi-wallet setups, task trackers.

STAGE 3: ADVANCED TRADING — DIVE INTO EXCHANGE PLATFORMS AND RISK MANAGEMENT

Goal:Start interacting with more complex platforms, especially those focused on perpetual contracts and trading rewards. At this stage, you’ll need to manage risk and avoid pitfalls.

Action Steps:

1Choose the Right Trading Platforms

• Platforms like edgeX, StandX, and Lighter are great for those who want to step up their farming. These platforms offer perpetual contract opportunities and staking rewards.
• edgeX provides rewards based on trading volume and time held, while StandX focuses on DUSD for staking and earning passive income.
• The key to success here is learning how to execute small trades with low leverage and gaining consistent activity to qualify for rewards.

2.Understand Risk and Fees

• The higher the potential reward, the greater the risk. With trading, there’s no escaping fees, liquidation risks, and market manipulation. To avoid these, start with small amounts and focus on low-leverage strategies.
• Learn how to hedge and protect yourself from unwanted market swings, especially in volatile moments. Keep your position sizes manageable, and always have a stop-loss in place.

3.Track Airdrop and Incentive Programs

• As you grow your reputation in these platforms, be sure to keep an eye on their incentive programs, including airdrops and staking rewards. Participating consistently will increase your chances of receiving early allocations or private access to new tokens.
• edgeX and StandX have built-in mechanisms that reward active traders and market makers.

Capital Needed:$2,000–10,000 USD (start small and scale).

Tools: Trading accounts, portfolio trackers, risk management tools.

STAGE 4: THE INSIDER PHASE — BUILDING LONG-TERM RELATIONSHIPS WITH PROJECTS

Goal:Shift from executing tasks to becoming a trusted participant in ecosystems, collaborating with projects on higher-level initiatives like testing, advising, or even becoming part of their team.

Action Steps:

1.Build Your Social and Professional Presence

• As you progress, your primary focus should shift to building your network and becoming a trusted contributor. Projects will start recognizing your consistent participation and may offer you private access to their ecosystems. You’ll no longer be “chasing” airdrops; instead, they will come to you.

2.Engage in Developer, Content, or Community Roles

• Contributing to projects by developing, marketing, or helping with governance will push you into consultant or advisory roles. Many projects reward contributors with exclusive access to early rounds of token launches, allocations, or additional airdrop opportunities.

3.Start Participating in Partnerships

• Once you’ve built up trust within the community and with the projects, you’ll start receiving opportunities to work with projects directly. This could mean private funding rounds, early access to features, or team partnerships.

Capital Needed:Variable, based on the project and the role you’re offered (often project-specific).

Tools: Networking platforms (LinkedIn, Discord, Twitter).

CONCLUSION: START SMALL, THINK BIG

Airdrop farming is more than just a way to collect tokens — it’s a path to building long-term value in the Web3 ecosystem. By following a structured approach, starting small with low-risk projects, and gradually scaling your involvement, you can move from being a simple task executor to becoming a project insider with exclusive access to the most profitable opportunities.

While the market is cooling and many traders are struggling, you can leverage this downtime to build your reputation, acquire useful skills, and position yourself for the next bull run. The path is long, but if you stay disciplined and strategic, you won’t be chasing the next big opportunity — you’ll be the one creating it.

The market cools, but opportunity never freezes — especially for those who stay.