Building a Strong Community in Web3: Insights from Bearish's Carlo Garcia

This episode of 'Everything is a Game', sponsored by Drip Rewards, features a comprehensive discussion on community building in the Web3 space. Hosted by Phil from Drip, with guests Mike, head of partnerships at Drip, and Carlo Garcia, COO at Bearish, the conversation delves into Carlo's journey into crypto and community management. Carlo shares his experiences from entering crypto in 2017 to becoming a key leader at Bearish. He highlights the essential elements of successful community management, including empathy, active engagement, and the strategic use of tools like Drip. The discussion also explores the differences between NFT and meme coin communities, the importance of rewarding active participation, and how brands in both Web2 and Web3 can benefit from a strong community focus. Mike and Carlo offer practical advice for startups and established brands alike to foster genuine, long-lasting connections with their communities.

00:00 Introduction and Guest Background
00:15 Carlo's Journey into Crypto and Community Building
03:10 Differences Between Meme Coin and NFT Communities
04:34 Maintaining Community Engagement in NFTs
07:16 Using Drip for Community Engagement
09:02 Empathy and Genuine Connections in Web3
13:32 Building Community in Web2 vs Web3
25:02 Strategies for Rewarding Community Participation
34:22 Final Thoughts and Advice for Community Building
40:44 Conclusion and Farewell

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