Michael

It's never too late for a GM right? What was the topic today?

Do you test the strength of a bridge with its heaviest load first? Obviously no. But that’s exactly how most people approach crypto in Nigeria. There's this saying that goes, “If you’re broke in Nigeria, crypto will either save you or ruin you.” There’s rarely an in-between. What do I mean? For many, cryptocurrency is the first real shot at financial leverage. No gatekeepers or even degrees required, Just a phone, internet, and the willingness to learn. Crazy right? You see people do 1078% when they short or long 😂 They flip small capital into something meaningful, earn in dollars, and escape the pressure of a struggling economy. That’s the “save you” side that everyone loves or hears about. But here’s the part nobody tells you early enough. The same space that gives opportunity also amplifies desperation. You need to understand this! When you’re broke, you’re more likely to chase quick wins, ape into hype, trust the wrong influencers, and ignore risk. One bad trade, one scam, one emotional decision, and you’re back to zero or even worse. Here's why: Crypto rewards discipline, patience, and skill. But being broke often comes with urgency, and urgency makes you reckless. So instead of asking if crypto works, Ask yourself whether you’re approaching it with the mindset of building or the mindset of escaping. Because if you treat crypto like a shortcut, it will ruin you. But if you treat it like a skill, it just might save you. Choose carefully.

Have a great weekend❤️

How long are we gonna be stuck in this cycle??? For 3 months, I took a break from X for no particular reason. Well actually, I went off to look for web2 money, which I still didn't see💔 And honestly, I expected everything here to feel different when I came back. I came back expecting new narratives and even new systems. Or is web3 no longer an evolving space?? But then again I began to understand that maybe, Web3 moves fast on the surface, but slowly at its core. Attention is still the most valuable currency in this space Many are still chasing quick wins and projects are still fighting for relevance. Once you take out the trends, and you’ll see it, Nothing really changed. I just did. And stepping away gave me the clarity I needed. I started to see what actually matters and not what just feels urgent. Cos when you're deep in it every day, everything looks important. When you step back, you realize most of it isn’t. But does this mean I'm leaving web3? NO, I can never do such a thing. Instead, I’m coming back differently. I'm coming with less noise and more intention. I'll be thinking and building more now. Because I know the real edge we have in this space is not being everywhere. It’s knowing exactly where to stand.