"Yash : What community building has to offer in driving digital success."

Hello Folks

Welcome to week's edition Actual One Protocol Spotlight series

In this new spotlight, the newsletter series will be covering stories of young and passionate builders, creators, and change-makers who are setting up new examples in the tech Twitter community.

And today, we have someone truly extraordinary to showcase - Yash Jhade!

Meet Yash Jhade 👋, the Head of the Community at Shardeum ✨, an experienced professional with a deep passion for the Web3 industry 🌐💙. With a background in startup leadership and eight years of managing online communities, Yash is skilled in various aspects of digital success 💪📈. They specialize in Web3 marketing 🚀, social media management 📱, community building 🤝, content strategy 📝, meme marketing 🐸, communications 🗣️, and digital marketing 📊. Yash's expertise and enthusiasm make them the perfect collaborator for businesses looking to thrive in the digital world 🌍🔥.

"Community is not just about being together; it's about growing together."

What initiated the spark?

In 2019, Yash discovered Bitcoin and it completely changed his life. 🚀💰 He was drawn to the world of cryptocurrencies not just for trading, but to learn and explore the technology behind them. 🌐🔬 As he delved deeper into this space, amazing things started unfolding naturally. 🌟🔓 It was like embarking on an exciting journey that opened up new possibilities and opportunities. 🗺️🌈 The simplicity and relatability of the Indian-friendly language made it all the more captivating as if he was experiencing a fascinating story unfold before his eyes. 📚👀✨.

How was the process of finding a way through the scattered web3 space in terms of opportunities, and how did he figure it out?

📚 Yash was studying for his CMA Final exams, but the COVID-19 situation made it difficult for him. With libraries closed and exams delayed, he lost interest in his studies. 😔

💻 One day, while browsing through projects and their communities on his computer, he decided to apply for a job. He had prior experience with startups and community building in the web2 space. 🌐🏢

🔨 After working on a few small projects, he eventually landed a major opportunity, perhaps even with WazirX. 🚀💼✨

What was his first $ in web3 story?

Once upon a time, Yash put his hands into a random project (let's call it "Pilxx") 🤔. It turned out to be a rug pull, which means it was a scam 🕳️😱. Surprisingly, this project managed to make $400 💸💰 by simply doing some research and working on their go-to-market strategy 📚💼. But remember, rug pulls are not good, and it's important to be cautious and do thorough research before investing in any project 🚫🔍.

What He is doing right now & What are his future plans?

Yash has been building communities at Shardeum since its inception. He successfully grew the Shardeum community from scratch to over 450,000 members across 20 different countries, with hundreds of contributors, all within just 15 months. 🌍🌱💪

Yash's dedication and efforts in fostering connections and engagement have made Shardeum a thriving global network. 🤝🌐✨ His story of community building at Shardeum is truly remarkable and inspiring. 🌟🙌

He loves exploring projects in web3 and reading more about how they are growing, etc. 🖥️🔍 He also enjoys exploring and building consumer-focused products on the web in his free time. ⏰💻🚀

What's His opinion/advice for people just starting in the web3 space or just trying to figure it out in general?

🌐🚀🌈 In this new #web3 world, don't be afraid to explore and try new things. Listen 👂 to what people have to say 🗣️ and focus on making genuine friendships 💙🤝 rather than just acquaintances. Remember 🧠, this space is run by a community 🤝, not a formal corporation. So, embrace the spirit ✨ of collaboration 🤝🌍 and enjoy the journey together 🤗. Imagine it like a group of friends 🙌 embarking on an exciting adventure 🌟, supporting and learning 📚 from each other along the way. Let's make it an unforgettable experience! 🥳🌟🚀

What makes Yash the Actual One?

Yash believes the key to being an 🌟ActualOne🌟 lies in the ability to connect ✨🤝, strategize 🧠📈, and nurture curiosity 🌱🔍. But the true essence of an ActualOne is found in the people around them 👥💫. They shape and define what it means to be an ActualOne. 💪🌟

Thank you for reading our newsletter! Stay tuned for the another crazy story in our next Actual Spotlight series.

Till then see you .