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I agree with you that this can be a very good option, people delay starting their investment by learning about Bitcoin before they start investing, which is of course unnecessary, and as a result they miss out on good opportunities to start their investment. There is no need to have complete knowledge about Bitcoin when starting your investment, you keep your investment consistent and gain knowledge about Bitcoin while investing, in that case your investment is not being delayed and you are able to accumulate Bitcoin holdings at an average price as a result of continuous investment and at the same time you are able to learn about Bitcoin, which is of course very positive. Over time, as you learn to understand Bitcoin, as with that also your holdings will continue building at an average price.
You can still delay becoming a trader if you don't understand how the market works and what strategies can make you profitable - but not with investing. You don't need to delay investing any longer if you've learned the basics - but if you're still too new to the concept, then don't invest in any assets you don't understand.
Regardless, everyone should at least know what Bitcoin is and learn the basics before investing. You shouldn't invest simply because you're jealous of someone else who's already achieved returns - while you don't know what Bitcoin is. So, in short, basic knowledge is essential for any prospective investor.
You don not have to rush into trading if you are still trying to figure out how the market works, that one definitely takes time and practice. But when it comes to investing, especially in Bitcoin, you don not need to delay forever either. Once you have learned the basics and understand what you are getting into, it is okay to start small and build from there.
That said, blindly jumping in just because others are making money is not the best move. If you do not really know what Bitcoin is or why people value it, then it is better to pause and learn first. A little foundation can go a long way, and it will help you invest with confidence instead of fear or Fomo.
In other words, there is some logic in getting started and even even starting out more conservatively in such a way that position size can make up for knowledge.. at least in the beginning, and as they learn more, they can increase their position size whether it is weekly through DCA or if they might at some point consider lump sum buying I would imagine that the more aggressive that they choose to become, then their increasing their level of aggressiveness would be based on their increasing their knowledge, their comfort levels and/or making sure that they have sufficient and adequate cashflow management systems and practices in place that may well include various sufficiently adequate back up funds.
That is actually a very balanced and practical approach, and one that often gets overlooked. Starting small while you are still learning allows you to build confidence and make mistakes without putting yourself at serious financial risk. It is like easing into the deep end of the pool rather than diving headfirst without knowing how to swim.
Position sizing as a function of your current knowledge and cash flow is a smart move. DCA works well as a beginner friendly strategy and especially if your income is steady and then, as your understanding deepens and your conviction grows, it makes sense to scale up either through larger periodic buys or well timed lump sums.
But you are also right to bring up the importance of cash flow systems and backup funds. The more aggressive one becomes, the more crucial it is to have those financial safety nets in place. It is not just about how much you can invest, it is more about how much you can afford to leave untouched when life throws unexpected expenses your way. That is what separates sustainable investing from emotional Fomo based decisions....