Empowering experts! Targeting information to your desired client base can be as COMPLEX as you want it. To simplify, prepare yourself by build a customer avatar. Opportunities are abundant-choose the ones you know you can maximize! I had at least 2 paid meetings everyday for the last 3 weeks. How? Education and bartering are powerful leverage points when engaging with potential clients. By offering SIMPLE solutions we can add value as thing progress given how well an individual fits the profile for who can get the most VALUE from our goods/services. Don't know how to build your customer avatar? Come to Class 2 Weekly, Tuesday 3pm CST

Connecting your Defi skill-set to traditional business has been made simple here in Member Services! Whether you're a consultant, educator, marketer, or developer, adding DeFi to your offerings can unlock new income streams and expand your client base. 1️⃣ Sign up as a Block Cycle Labs Member 2️⃣ Showcase your skills, offer your services, and connect with businesses needing DeFi expertise 3️⃣ Set your own rates and start earning while growing a cutting-edge blockchain brand Why? 🔹 Be a Leader in DeFi – Manage and grow our social presence while educating and engaging the crypto community. 🔹 Monetize Your Expertise – As an independent contractor, you set your own rates and earn based on your knowledge and skills. 🔹 Expand Your Network – Connect with businesses, investors, and DeFi professionals seeking guidance and strategy. 🔹 Stay at the Forefront of Web3 – Gain insider access to DeFi insights, exclusive opportunities, and real-world blockchain applications. How: (More contract templates coming soon!) - List your services on Web3 job boards, freelance platforms, and DeFi communities. - Leverage Block Cycle Labs as a hub for connecting with clients who need DeFi expertise. - Offer flexible pricing models (hourly, per project, or revenue-share agreements).

Zoom to YouTube to Skool Is a pipeline for content! How many thousands of videos have you watched today? Where did those videos come from? Where your attention is, post content and get your funnel going!

After stewing on the most valuable parts of this week's session, I've created a few actionable steps for you to connect with your audience! Special thanks to @Bruno Semedo for his contributions to this Cycle! By increasing the use of what resources we have in the classroom we can target large groups that fit our offer(s). Bruno brought the 'Dream 100' customer acquisition model to my attention which groups customer avatars by revenue, influence, or strategic value. By taking our unique position with defi education on the Alogrand Blockchain and combining the Dream 100 model we can group clients but category. This example will also be added in the classroom tab! 1. Revenue-Based Targets (High-value potential clients) - Algorand-based projects: Companies and startups building on Algorand that need marketing, community development, or DeFi education. - DeFi platforms: Liquidity providers, staking services, or lending protocols using Algorand. - Retail businesses: Merchants open to integrating $Cycle for payments. - Crypto investors & traders: High-net-worth individuals investing in Algorand-based assets. 2. Influence-Based Targets (Thought leaders and key figures) - Founders of Algorand-based projects (e.g., CEO of Folks Finance, Algofi team) - Algorand Foundation leaders (decision-makers for grants and ecosystem growth) - Crypto influencers & educators (Twitter, YouTube, Medium writers specializing in Algorand and DeFi) - VCs & angel investors (funding Web3 startups, particularly in the Algorand ecosystem) - Top crypto media outlets (CoinDesk, Decrypt, The Defiant—especially those covering Algorand) 3. Strategic Targets (Partners and ecosystem enablers) - Web3 accelerators & incubators (supporting Algorand startups) - Developers & DAOs (teams building DeFi, NFTs, or governance tools) - Government or enterprise blockchain adopters (countries or banks exploring Algorand for financial applications)

The global success of DeFi presents new investment opportunities. Many Americans might see DeFi as a "risky" space, but when shown how it is thriving worldwide, they may be more open to learning and investing. The article titled "Unlocking the diversification benefits of DeFi for ASEAN (Association of Southeast Asian Nations) stock market portfolios: a quantile study" examines the return connectedness between decentralized finance (DeFi) assets and stock markets in the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN). Utilizing a quantile vector autoregressive framework, the study analyzes data from March 2018 to December 2022, focusing on four major DeFi assets and six ASEAN stock markets. The findings reveal a moderate level of return transmission between DeFi and ASEAN stock markets under normal conditions, which intensifies during extreme market scenarios. Notably, DeFi assets often act as primary shock transmitters within this system. The significant role of DeFi in ASEAN markets highlights its potential as a diversification tool and a key player in financial markets. By showcasing such international studies, educators can emphasize the importance of understanding DeFi to remain competitive in a globalized economy. This global perspective can serve as a compelling argument for the adoption and study of DeFi in the United States. Article: https://jfin-swufe.springeropen.com/articles/10.1186/s40854-024-00678-4