I am not actually investing in bitcoins much right now,but whenever i get a chance i try to do some small day trading with my bitcoins,but i am not the big bitcoin holder so only generate small amount of profits,but i am planning to increase my investements when i get more experienced in this field.
Yes its better to go step by step to minimize the risks and if you are new to the the industry then its better to learn first and make good research and once you are prepared for it then you can invest your money in it.