<h1>From Novice to Pro: Your Guide to Starting a Successful Crypto Career in Malaysia</h1>Like it or not, cryptocurrency is making waves and determined to stay. As more companies across different sectors adopt blockchain-based systems, crypto jobs in Malaysia are becoming increasingly lucrative and accessible.So if you're ready to take your career to the moon, here are 4 things you need to do before venturing into cryptocurrency—even if you're not a Tech Specialist!<h2>4 Essentials for Starting Your Crypto Journey in Malaysia</h2><h3>1. Get a solid grasp on cryptocurrency</h3><a href="https://my.hiredly.com/companies/nem-blockchain-centre?utm_source=Career%20Advice%20Blog&amp;utm_medium=Body%20Link&amp;utm_content=NEM%20Blockchain%20Centre&amp;utm_campaign=4%20Things%20To%20Know%20Before%20Working%20In%20Crypto" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><img class="image_resized" style="width:100%;" src="https://blog.hiredly.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/jobs-malaysia-nem-blockchain-centre-1557474285_show-1024x683.jpeg" alt="crypto career in malaysia" srcset="https://blog.wobbjobs.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/jobs-malaysia-nem-blockchain-centre-1557474285_show-1024x683.jpeg 1024w, https://blog.wobbjobs.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/jobs-malaysia-nem-blockchain-centre-1557474285_show-300x200.jpeg 300w, https://blog.wobbjobs.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/jobs-malaysia-nem-blockchain-centre-1557474285_show-768x512.jpeg 768w, https://blog.wobbjobs.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/jobs-malaysia-nem-blockchain-centre-1557474285_show.jpeg 1080w" sizes="100vw" width="1024"></a>A strong grasp of cryptocurrency basics is important if you want to thrive in this field. The <a href="https://www.8spaces.co/nem-blockchain-centre" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">NEM Blockchain Centre</a> provides support and education on cryptocurrency by offering training and technical support for events and service providers.If you are aiming for technical jobs, having a solid understanding of cryptography, smart contracts, etc is non-negotiable. The good news is, these hard skills are possible to learn online, making cryptocurrency a career accessible for anybody willing to put in the work.But a cryptocurrency career isn’t limited to technical roles. In fact, based on the <a href="https://www.scribd.com/document/538476094/2021-Global-Blockchain-Employment-Report" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">2021 Global Blockchain Employment Report</a>, 40% of cryptocurrency careers are non-technical.&nbsp;The most sought after roles in the cryptocurrency industry after Engineering are Operations, Marketing, Design, Sales, and Customer Support.But like the technical roles, you won’t go anywhere without a solid foundation of cryptocurrency, market dynamics and the willingness to learn consistently.&nbsp;Get started with the basics of cryptocurrency by checking out <a href="https://www.coinbase.com/learn/crypto-basics?__cf_chl_f_tk=KEGQyrlS4UZYSydscxJF6LNCx_dlPCbLHky5CgBTD8s-1649144691-0-gaNycGzNCf0" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">beginner articles on Coinbase</a>!<h3>2. Stay updated on the latest crypto news</h3>Cryptocurrency is a new and ever changing landscape, so make sure you stay on top of cryptocurrency news and projects on platforms like <a href="https://www.coindesk.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">CoinDesk</a> and <a href="https://decrypt.co/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">DeCrypt</a>.Besides news sources, get the latest on crypto in real-time by following the right social media accounts. According to Medium, some of the top X accounts to follow are:<ol><li><a href="https://twitter.com/cz_binance" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Changpeng Zhao</a>&nbsp;(@cz_binance)</li><li><a href="https://twitter.com/APompliano" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Anthony “Pomp” Pompliano</a>&nbsp;(@APompliano)</li><li><a href="https://twitter.com/aantonop" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Andreas Antonopoulos</a>&nbsp;(@aantonop)</li></ol>For the rest in the list, check out <a href="https://medium.com/geekculture/12-cryptocurrency-twitter-accounts-everyone-should-follow-1b5936877eaf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">this article by Medium</a>!The bottom line is you’ll need to immerse yourself in cryptocurrency which won’t be a problem if you are invested in the long term potential of cryptocurrencies.<a href="https://my.hiredly.com/companies/block-solutions-sdn-bhd?utm_source=Career%20Advice%20Blog&amp;utm_medium=Body%20Link&amp;utm_content=Blockchain%20Solutions&amp;utm_campaign=4%20Things%20To%20Know%20Before%20Working%20In%20Crypto"><img class="image_resized" style="width:100%;" src="https://blog.hiredly.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/jobs-malaysia-block-solutions-sdn-bhd-1526549502_show.jpeg" alt="crypto career in malaysia" srcset="https://blog.wobbjobs.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/jobs-malaysia-block-solutions-sdn-bhd-1526549502_show.jpeg 960w, https://blog.wobbjobs.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/jobs-malaysia-block-solutions-sdn-bhd-1526549502_show-300x225.jpeg 300w, https://blog.wobbjobs.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/jobs-malaysia-block-solutions-sdn-bhd-1526549502_show-768x576.jpeg 768w" sizes="100vw" width="960"></a><a href="https://my.hiredly.com/companies/block-solutions-sdn-bhd?utm_medium=article&amp;utm_source=hiredly_career_advice_blog&amp;utm_campaign=career_advice&amp;utm_content=jobseeker_article&amp;utm_term=four_things_you_need_before_launching_a_career_in_cryptocurrency" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Block Solutions,</a> the team behind <a href="https://etherscan.io/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Etherscan.io</a>, encourages self-learning to improve existing skills. They also provide their team with laptops with the latest specs to aid this!<h3>3. Have a decent command of English</h3>The perks of working in crypto is that many companies are open to hiring remote workers! This means you’ll have the chance to work with international companies without leaving your home country.For that reason, knowing how to communicate in English is essential.<a href="https://my.hiredly.com/companies/regov-technologies-sdn-bhd?utm_source=Career%20Advice%20Blog&amp;utm_medium=Body%20Link&amp;utm_content=ReGov%20Technologies&amp;utm_campaign=4%20Things%20To%20Know%20Before%20Working%20In%20Crypto"><img class="image_resized" style="width:100%;" src="https://blog.hiredly.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/jobs-malaysia-regov-technologies-sdn-bhd-1575622612_show-1024x683.jpeg" alt="crypto career in malaysia" srcset="https://blog.wobbjobs.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/jobs-malaysia-regov-technologies-sdn-bhd-1575622612_show-1024x683.jpeg 1024w, https://blog.wobbjobs.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/jobs-malaysia-regov-technologies-sdn-bhd-1575622612_show-300x200.jpeg 300w, https://blog.wobbjobs.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/jobs-malaysia-regov-technologies-sdn-bhd-1575622612_show-768x512.jpeg 768w, https://blog.wobbjobs.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/jobs-malaysia-regov-technologies-sdn-bhd-1575622612_show.jpeg 1080w" sizes="100vw" width="1024"></a><a href="https://my.hiredly.com/companies/regov-technologies-sdn-bhd?utm_medium=article&amp;utm_source=hiredly_career_advice_blog&amp;utm_campaign=career_advice&amp;utm_content=jobseeker_article&amp;utm_term=four_things_you_need_before_launching_a_career_in_cryptocurrency" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">ReGov Technologies</a> prides on offering an exciting and nurturing working environment to a diverse and talented team.And if you’re a Malaysian, you are most likely multilingual. Knowing additional languages could make you an asset to local cryptocurrency employers looking to make international connections!<h3>4. Participate in the crypto community</h3>You don’t have to be a social butterfly but getting involved in the crypto community will help tremendously.Cryptocurrency has garnered a devoted community known for being close-knit. As everyone treads new ground, many congregate on Discord, Reddit, and X to discuss the latest developments in cryptocurrencies, and exchange ideas and tips on the next hottest projects.Build relationships and establish a good rapport in existing groups. If you see a gap in the community, you can even start a niche group of your own!<a href="https://my.hiredly.com/companies/coingecko?utm_medium=article&amp;utm_source=hiredly_career_advice_blog&amp;utm_campaign=career_advice&amp;utm_content=jobseeker_article&amp;utm_term=four_things_you_need_before_launching_a_career_in_cryptocurrency" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><img class="image_resized" style="width:100%;" src="https://blog.hiredly.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/jobs-malaysia-coingecko-1599188564_show-1024x597.jpeg" alt="crypto career in malaysia" srcset="https://blog.wobbjobs.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/jobs-malaysia-coingecko-1599188564_show-1024x597.jpeg 1024w, https://blog.wobbjobs.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/jobs-malaysia-coingecko-1599188564_show-300x175.jpeg 300w, https://blog.wobbjobs.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/jobs-malaysia-coingecko-1599188564_show-768x448.jpeg 768w, https://blog.wobbjobs.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/jobs-malaysia-coingecko-1599188564_show.jpeg 1235w" sizes="100vw" width="1024">CoinGecko</a>, one of the largest cryptocurrency data aggregators in the world, prioritises a sense of community amongst team members.Don't know where to start? Join online forum groups for crypto enthusiasts and beginners who, in their own words, “are trying to figure out what this “bitcoin thing” is all about.”Ticked all the boxes? 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