I think long term trade is better than short term because trading is too much risky to all, so before starting trade you must have well knowledge about trading otherwise you will fall in loss. You may try to buy low rate and hold it until pump or reach new value..
I agree, a long trade is best especially if you are a newbie traders. Because you are not too worried, and you can think well if what your next step. But its base on you if what skills do you have. But the best is just study both, so that you dont need to choose if whichever you want.