Steem4nigeria Accelerator Contest Week 107 : We Love Meetups

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•Have you ever attended a meetup of steemians or you're just hearing of it?

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I have never been to any meetup of Steemians before. Honestly, I only hear about it from people who went or I read posts where they share about it. Sometimes I imagine how it might look, maybe people shaking hands, smiling, sharing food, or laughing loud together. It feels more like a dream that I just dream of. Even if I wasn’t there, in my head I can almost see it.

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•Tell us your experience. Do you think meeting up as Steemians is good?

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Since I never joined one yet, my own experience is only what I hear from others. They often say the meetups are fun but also very useful. Someone told me that you can learn things in a short talk at the table which may take weeks to figure out online. I think that shows why it has real value.

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For me, I strongly feel that meeting up is good. Online we only type, sometimes it feels cold and empty. But when you have a sight of the person standing in front of you, when you look the person in the eyes, it becomes real. It creates trust and it makes the community look like family not just usernames. That kind of connection can push people to stay active and not give up.

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•What benefits do we derive from meeting up?

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There are so many. Meeting in person gives fast learning, because face to face you can explain better. It also creates bonds, friendships that last longer than just replying to a post. People share not only about Steemit but also about life, jobs, new skills, or even business ideas.

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Another benefit is motivation. Sometimes working online feels lonely. But after a meetup, people feel charged again and return online with new energy. It helps the whole community because active people make the platform stronger. And of course, the joy part is also there: smiles, photos, memories that make life sweeter.

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•If given an opportunity to meet up with members of a community on Steemit, which community would that be? Give reasons

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If I was given that chance, I would choose the Newcomers’ Community. I feel this way because that is the first stop for many members. Newcomers are total newbies almost like babies, full of hope, but they welcomed with a lot of questions, challenges and doubts. Meeting with a newbie in person can give them encouragement, and I would love to share my little knowledge with them.

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Also, I think starting with newcomers means you connect from the root. Before someone becomes advanced or popular, they first pass through that stage. If you meet them there, you grow together. I believe it would inspire me too, because hearing the dreams of beginners sometimes remind you why you started in the first place.

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•Tell us one question you've always been seeking an answer to on steemit and why you think that question is important

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One question I have been thinking about is: How do you keep balance between quality posts and staying consistent without getting exhausted? I see people write almost every day and still the content looks strong, fresh, and engaging. For me, sometimes I fear if I push too much, I will lose the quality. But if I slow down, I worry maybe I will be less active.

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This aspect is so very important to me because it is not just about the writing and posting, but it is all about growth. If writers on Steemit learn how to balance, they can last way longer and keep enjoying the benefits from the platform. It can save people from burnout and help the community grow stronger. That is why I always wanted a clear answer for this question.

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So even though I never attend a meetup yet, I believe it is something that can change the way we see each other. One day I hope to sit with other Steemians in real life, and then I will finally have my own story to tell too.

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I invite @promisezella @etoro @imohmitch to participate in this contest

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Cc,
@steem4nigeria

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