QQQ puts up 180% in profit

On August 21, I bought 51 QQQ put options with a strike price of $711 and an expiration date of August 24. This trade was based on a combination of chart analysis, market structure, and my specific options strategy, rather than being a blind directional bet. QQQ’s movement aligned with my expectations; at its peak, the position yielded a return of approximately 180%—far exceeding my initial profit target. Instead of risking a market reversal in pursuit of a "perfect" exit point, I decisively closed the position and locked in a realized profit of $12,189. The key lesson I took away is simple: when a trade’s returns significantly exceed expectations, securing realized profits is more important than trying to capture the final leg of the move. 0DTE (zero-days-to-expiration) options are extremely volatile, making position sizing and disciplined exits crucial. I am not suggesting that others replicate this trade. Every trader has a different entry strategy, risk tolerance, and account size. I’m curious—what factors do you typically base your trading decisions on?