Why picking a web3 mentor can backfire

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b3n_d1amondFull Member
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#1Nov 12, 2021, 04:38 PM
web3 dudes think they know everything. Once they start making money on metamask or engaging with DeFi, they act like they’ve reached the pinnacle of knowledge. I know a guy who lost a ton just using Metamask. Crazy stuff.
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0xLaserFull Member
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#2Nov 12, 2021, 10:01 PM
Right? Like how can they mentor anyone if they can’t even properly store their crypto? Hardware wallets are a must for safety. You can use non-custodial wallets for quick stuff, but real security comes from hardware.
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BasedHashNewbie
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#3Nov 13, 2021, 03:43 PM
For sure. It’s wild how some people forget that crypto's foundation is all about being trustless. Just because someone has a big following doesn’t mean they know what they’re talking about. People need to remember the basics.
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alt_forkMember
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#4Nov 13, 2021, 05:06 PM
Exactly! I see so many folks acting like they’re crypto experts after reading a couple of articles. I relate to what you said; those who truly know their stuff usually stay quiet while the newbies make all the noise.
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tom_satMember
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#5Nov 13, 2021, 07:08 PM
I can’t even with this whole mentor thing. Why would I follow someone whose only proof of success is a flashy lifestyle? Some investors are just too scared to make their own choices.
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s3ed365Full Member
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#6Nov 13, 2021, 08:22 PM
Nobody has all the answers, but some people get so cocky when they make a bit of cash. They stop listening to anyone else. Let them learn the hard way if they won’t take advice about safety.
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max365Newbie
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#7Nov 14, 2021, 01:31 AM
Seriously. It’s just not smart to take a web3 guy as a mentor if they don’t even know how to secure assets. Safety should be the priority, even before making profits.
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LuckyDeg3nFull Member
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#8Nov 16, 2021, 12:53 PM
You’re right, good advice usually comes from various sources. I wouldn’t mind learning from different people, but sticking to just one opinion can lead to trouble.
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th3_h4wkNewbie
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#9Nov 16, 2021, 01:53 PM
So many people are just hopping on the airdrop train and calling themselves web3 experts. They might have some knowledge, but a lot of them are just in it for the quick bucks.
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#10Nov 16, 2021, 03:21 PM
True. Metamask and other small wallets are a step down from hardware wallets. But even a hardware wallet won’t save you if you’re clueless about what you’re approving.
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Hyp3rCh4inFull Member
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#11Nov 16, 2021, 08:50 PM
Airdrops are a mixed bag now. Some are decentralized, others are not. The term web3 guy is kinda outdated because so many just want attention and followers.
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#12Nov 16, 2021, 10:20 PM
Couldn’t agree more. Many web3 fanatics think they’re gods just because they made a quick buck. They ignore the risks and pay for their ignorance.
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gmfrensMember
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#13Nov 17, 2021, 01:16 AM
What’s your suggestion then? I’m open to learning from mentors who actually elevate my knowledge. There’s a wealth of info in the web3 space if you know how to sift through it.
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b3n_d1amondFull Member
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#14Nov 17, 2021, 02:44 AM
Jealousy? Maybe. But isn’t it wild that people are losing their savings on Metamask? They’re literally asking for trouble.
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#15Nov 17, 2021, 04:29 AM
Exactly! How can anyone recommend storing thousands on Metamask? If you’ve got that much, just buy a hardware wallet already. This stuff is basic.
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