How was your first few weeks on Hive?
Last week I was lucky, I used the tag "blockchain" as instructed by @clixmoney to find contents revolving blockchain. However, this morning, just like the previous week, I didn't plan the things that triggered this writing.
All I did was wake up at exactly 2:15am, got hold of my phone(this is turning into an habit, I gotta change), then, uninstalled my Facebook, and Messenger app.
Why on earth I'm I installing my favorite app from my phone? It was becoming too distracting, making me forget the things that are important. This week I didn't want to get those notifications from my friends, so I took it off my phone.
As l laid down thinking of what else I should be doing, I remembered, I had planned to wake up by midnight, use my almost 16k MB worth of YouTube data to view python courses on YouTube in preparation for my test. So, I went off to YouTube, and wasn't really pleased with what I found.
I stayed a while, and I saw a song I had viewed a few days ago, "Most Girls" by Hailee Steinfeld, I went off and downloaded the audio, and began to sing along. By the way, I am listening to it as I type this.
I did a few dance steps, and I remembered I was supposed to check if @calumam had given the results for the contest last week, I went to my peakd frontend and like fate would have it, the entry I was destined to use was staring at me on the face. I didn't even use the tag to find it.
I didn't open it because of the title, no, it was mere curiosity. I have seen this fellow around and he engages massively. The Hive Earning Stats confirms that, but I am always seeing the @spamminator downvote on his comments. So, you see, I wanted to know what it was he was talking about.
And once I read, I realize he just wanted to be forgiven, and treated better. Probably, get the spamminator tag off his back, since he has shown he is willing to refrain from the offense that earned him that tag on his trail.
@pthker20102 said the newbies should have access to beginners guides so they do not make tons of mistakes as he did. He mentioned it in his post, Letter to proofofbrain (A beginners guide proposal). This was his personal letter to the community.
Wait, is that the reason I am choosing this post for my entry or collaboration? No.
It is because of the comment made by @scholaris.pob. It triggered a memory. It is this memory that I want to share, and I hope you will learn a lot.
He gave a list of links that would help any newbie to function effectively in the Hive ecosystem, and proof of brain as well.
Its amazing how time flies, because I read those posts, and in one I found out, I had left a comment with tons of questions. These were questions I didn't understand when I first joined proof of brain community.
I almost fainted when I saw that comment (Just kidding) but I did reacted in a surprising way over that comment. I couldn't believe that three(3) months ago, I didn't understand what it meant to be in this space, and thrive with everyone else. I couldn't believe that 3 months later, I could boldly say one or two things about the community and Hive in particular.
You know, joining proof of brain helped me understand HIVE. POB was sort of new when I first joined, so I had access to a wide range of information. I used all of the things I learned, inside the community and outside of the community, most importantly, Hive, in particular.
In the early days of joining HIVE, I actually joined from the Leofinance frontend, I had read @melbourneswest post and left a comment. When he returned, he advised that I join communities and tribes that I loved and work my way up from there. Sincerely, I didn't understand what he meant, but, when I found proof of brain, I began to understand everything he said to me.
Did I get response on those questions? If you asked me this question yesterday or few hours ago, I would have told you, I had no idea because I didn't.
I was new, navigating Hive, and knowing where to get my notifications wasn't easy, yet, I had answers, but, I didn't get to see them until today.
Now, those links @scholaris shared pointed out those crucial information newbies are supposed to arm themselves with as they begin their blockchain journey in this space.
Getting back to @pthker2010 post, he did say something that caught my attention and it is what everyone should watch out for 👇👇
many today are vitcim of the hivewatchers not really because they want to engage in any act of plagrism or abusing of tags which as really lead them into it ,the fact that we have some that a fraudster too should not be overlooked,but with a guide to englighten every new users,it will be well said that user's as been educated even after they now go ahead to voilet the laws.
Yes, Hivewatchers, they are doing a great job keeping HIVE free from spam and plagiarism. And they are the folks you shouldn't allow to visit your post, not, for any reason.
To avoid spamming or being rated as a spammer, you have to learn to comment genuinely. You cannot comment genuinely if you read posts you do not like or connect with. This is why you need to find your place the moment you get here.
There are tons of communities available on HIve, and lots of interesting writers. You could use your first few weeks to find them, follow, and read their posts.
As you grow with them, you will begin to find your voice, and leaving behind a genuine comment won't be so difficult.
If you still find it difficult to do this, then, read that post, think about your experiences or that of someone you know that is similar to what the author is talking about, share those experiences with him or her in the comment box.
It shows you are human, and you understand what the author is talking about, and to crown it all, you have walked through similar path.
You could make it a general rule for yourself, if a post doesn't trigger anything, leave the comment box empty, so you wouldn't be tempted to leave comments like, "great post" behind.
In order to avoid situations whereby you read something and it doesn't make you want to leave a comment, try, scrolling down your feed, and only open posts that interests you either because of the titles, the pictures, or the author (a perfect example is how I got started on this post, it was my curiosity over the author and what he had to say)
It can be overwhelming to see posts on Hive especially the trennding ones. As a newbie, you will be intimated, because, you will begin to feel there is something wrong with your writing skills. You will find yourself worrying if your post will trigger any response in the form of comments and upvotes from the community.
Soon, you will be experiencing writer's block, because of the fear in your head. Perfection is what you will find in most writings on Hive. This will bother you, I promise you... Lol. You will think your writing won't be a good match for all the wonderful ones in the trennding page.
Breath in and breath out, join contests. Yes, it will help you relax, and enjoy the atmosphere. Most contests on Hive asks that you engage with other contestants, as a criteria for topping the list of winners. And it's for your good, because once you start visiting other contestants, and leave comments, you will be exposed.
You will be exposed to how other people write, and their magic will rub off on you. You will be getting their writing initiatives, adding them to yours, and bloom with it.
The most beautiful part, is that you will make friends, and it's important that you do. So find a way to make friends.
Oh, there are so many things about Hive that will take you time to learn and understand. You will have to experience most of them for better understanding
There are things like following like-minded minds, doing a good introduction post, powering up tokens, using the markdown styling for better post formatting, protecting your keys, and most importantly using the right tags.
I'll leave you the links that @scholaris shared so you can read up other interesting facts about Hive.
3 things Newbies should do in their first week on Hive
The Absolute Beginner's Guide to Proof of Brain
How to post like a pro - Complete guide to Markdown formatting
It's already Tuesday over here, but, happy new week. See you at the top.
Omg, you really did uninstall them. That's rather daring but I must also advice you uninstall your whatsapp too because there's a certain distraction there too, lol. what a way to start the morning,singing and dancing, too much positivity.
I also had the privilege to read through that post and saw your comment or questions at that time. I must say you were always on the right path, learning, asking questions when questions where you didn't understand anything. No wonder you're this bright, blessing us amazon posts every single time.
Every newbie needs to go through those guides because it is really helpful in your navigation around the Hive. There's a lot to learn and obviously a lot to share, so I'll advise you fasten your seat belt, get a good camera to take shots, and enjoy the ride around POB.
Thank you as always for sharing, more wins dear
Hehehe.... Not my WhatsApp... It's where the most intimate of all my friends are.
Also, my family are there too, and I wouldn't want to miss talking to my brother and my sister always, especially my brother (we can talk from morning till night 🤣🤣)
Thank you very much, dear
It please me that you agree and you are already showing the energy and vibes needed around here......well done
More wins to you too, honey
Ohhh ohhh, I forget..But they might be distracting too especially your brother,haha. Don't mind me, if you leave whatsapp then I'll leave too
Ur welcome dear
Hmmm... I'm still lazy, always trying to discipline myself and get work done..Lol, I'm a hard nut to crack
Thank you
I think I will speak in the present tense
Because I'm still in the first few weeks
Hive is so amazing
I hope that you will find more reasons to stay
Welcome to Hive, buddy
Haha! Aren't they the questions of the century. It's hard because each community is a little different and people will vote differently based on your actions.
There's no clear cut answer to them really. Self voting on the small end probably not too much of a big deal but people whose upvotes are worth quite abit could just spend their days upvoting their own content. This then just becomes a circle of printing yourself free cash and not utilising the block chain as it's supposed to be.
I'm glad you were able to find a community that you enjoy and like. PoB is really good. I am BUIDL here and it's been good.
Hivewatchers is like an initiation to Hive almost I think. People join and go hard out because no one says anything and we have the RC to do it. Next minute someone's got you on a list for spam.
Is it bad? Well. We have Resource Credits so surely we can post until our hearts content. But I've been on the receiving end of it too and have pulled back on the amount I post.
Hive is just an ever growing journey, learning new things and making new friends.
You are right, each community is different, you just need to be a part of them to really understand them. Once you have learned the ropes, the rest becomes easier.
Speaking of Spam, does that mean you could be placed on spam list because you utilize your RC by doing a lot of things on Hive?
This, I very much agree
Thanks for your contribution, sir, as always, I appreciate it
Could we potentially be flagged as a spammer simply for too many posts or replies??? Even if they are of good quality?
If yes, how can it be avoided?
Yes, for posts no for comments which is quite odd. But I have come under fire for posting too much even two posts a day is too much for some. Comments can be as much or as little as you like. Infact I believe everyone is trying to lift post engagement
Thank goodness it has nothing to do with comments
I was already beginning to get scared here 😌
Thanks for responding, sir
So I should definitely keep it below three posts a day, even to different communities?
I love hanging out in comments so I am glad that won't be an issue :)
I'm pretty sure one week on Proofofbrain is the same as a thousand years in any other social network. I have been on vacation and had a hard time keeping up.
Lol
Where on Earth did you go to?
Don't worry, you will catch up very soon, I am sure of it
Stay at home with kids is the same as visiting a zoo.
Hahahahahahha...... I completely understand
By the way...
Your facebook page was interesting, but I can see how it would be a waste of time^^
Hehehe..... You went through that link too?
Boom..... Caught ya 😁
I am blushing 🙈, thank you
Nice post you really did a great job putting all this together and also hitting a lot of points which is necessary at some point.
I will say it anyone wants to survive in this platform for the first time they should try as much as possible to avoid being downvoted for any cause in the community. I certainly understand what @pthker2010 is talking about and I also made a similar post too. The guide guide really need to be provided for newbies in the platform.
My first few weeks in hive was actually amazing and I basically spent most on the times on sportstalk than Proofofbrain because I was so interested on sportstalk and also enjoyed the curation I got from it.
Newbies should be careful with there post and avoid plagiarism in the platform because as far as I can sense it this is one of the major crime They commit that allows spaminator to always be on there tail and if they can avoid that them they will enjoy the platform.
Thank you very much, @da-prince, I really appreciate your compliments
Being downvoted for spamming or plagiarism dents our image and reputation, we should try not to get stuck in this net.
There are guides everywhere, I am thinking the bots that welcomes newbies should leave behind comments that has links to those guides too
Well, I am happy, that we have been able to convert you, even if a little bit, to Proof of brain 😁
Thank you very much for this advice..... All the newbies appreciate it 😊
😆😆😆
You're welcome, your post was actually amazing and I'm sure it took you a lot of work to put that together.
I just did my best to air my mind and also advice the newbies because non of them is actually passing 1 week old and spaminator is already following them around.
Well converting me you say lol no problem but I don't think you gave me a warm welcome.
Oh no! What do I do to change your mind? 🥺
I don't know what you have to do, maybe I will leave it to you to think something out
Is never an easy things my first few weeks on hive engine all I did was to quit because the more I try to get it the more confused it become
But when I started notice and telling myself why cant I know and endure with this motivation being to come and visit become very strong about it, and now I believe have really improve more than the way I stated few people that know me can testify about this.
I'm a kind of person that doesn't like much things troubling me once I noticed then I quite immediately you might now be wondering how I turn up to become in love to the community..
I received alot of motivation from friends,even those that I join along time ago before the come to the community have started do well with good reputation that was why i decided to continue and the to is that have started enjoy it now
My advice for the new user is that their should all believe that no matter how tough and critical the journey might be the should learn how to endure and have the believe that their is nothing their can not know once their have this mind then their are good to go
Is never an easy things my first few weeks on hive engine all I did was to quit because the more I try to get it the more confused it become
But when I started notice and telling myself why cant I know and endure with this motivation being to come and visit become very strong about it, and now I believe have really improve more than the way I stated few people that know me can testify about this.
I'm a kind of person that doesn't like much things troubling me once I noticed then I quite immediately you might now be wondering how I turn up to become in love to the community..
I received alot of motivation from friends,even those that I join along time ago before the come to the community have started do well with good reputation that was why i decided to continue and the to is that have started enjoy it now
My advice for the new user is that their should all believe that no matter how tough and critical the journey might be the should learn how to endure and have the believe that their is nothing their can not know once their have this mind then their are good to go
Well said about taking our time in getting settled in, Edy :) A genuine connection is priceless!
Which frontend were you using? Notifications usually pop right out for me.
Thanks you @wrestlingdesires
When I first joined, I joined from leofinance frontend, and then, they didn't have the notification button.
I didn't know all my notifications was on peakd. Infact, it was few weeks on proof of brain that I came to understand that there are more frontend on hive
And then @clixmoney was the one who made me know that hive.blog exist....I didn't know that too
Proof of brain is the community that taught me a lot of things I know about Hive.
And that is because of the person who introduced me to it, and the people I found on this frontend
So, basically, I used Proof of brain frontend for posts, and engagements
Then use peakd for notification about mentioned or tags. Since I can only get notifications about replies on this frontend.
That's a good idea :) I usually use Peakd to format posts too.
Yes, using peakd to format post...... I did this yesterday with this post and the experience was worth it
I decided I was going to keep doing that
You know, initially, I usually format my post either on my word pad or POB frontend
And I usually had to go to peakd to insert images, copy the link, and move back to POB and paste it on the editor
Moving back and forth 😴
I learned yesterday to do everything on peakd, then, copy all of them to POB
Done and dusted 😊
Thanks for reminding me of that particular goal @wrestlingdesires
Much better to do it all at once :)
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Thanks for the mention. I appreciate it and the sharing of these links. More people need to have this information.
You are welcome, sir
Thanks for spreading the links too, it will help lots of people
As I was reading I felt as if I was myself thinking about everything that happened and still happens to me in Hive...hahahaha. I was lost for a good amount of days and honestly, when I stumbled upon POB I felt like I had found my habitat and it is the community where I have stayed the longest: it has something that catches!
I still have a long way to go: to improve, to grow, to learn, but I'm not running a speed race but an endurance race.
We have to keep on creating, interacting, participating...and meanwhile, let's enjoy the process!
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Lol.... I can relate to this feeling
I am happy we both found POB, and it became home.
One of these days you will reach the finish line, sweetheart, and there will be lots of prices waiting for you at the finish line 🙂
I agree with you, and I'll join you in this journey.... Thanks
I read this few hours after you posted but I realized that there will be much to learn in here so I had to leave it with the mind that I will return when I'm free to give it a careful read and open all the helpful link you shared.
There's really much to learn in here, in as much as I wish that I could get all the answers I need in a second, I have resolve to calm down, maximize the little I know while climbing the ladder of growth as I watch, engage and ask useful questions.
I'm already inspired by your growth. I can almost measure the rate of your growth since I knew you before now.
It's quite a huge margin. Kudos.
I read this few hours after you posted but I realized that there will be much to learn in here so I had to leave it with the mind that I will return when I'm free to give it a careful read and open all the helpful link you shared.
There's really much to learn in here, in as much as I wish that I could get all the answers I need in a second, I have resolve to calm down, maximize the little I know while climbing the ladder of growth as I watch, engage and ask useful questions.
I'm already inspired by your growth. I can almost measure the rate of your growth since I knew you before now.
It's quite a huge margin. Kudos.
I read this few hours after you posted but I realized that there will be much to learn in here so I had to leave it with the mind that I will return when I'm free to give it a careful read and open all the helpful link you shared.
There's really much to learn in here, in as much as I wish that I could get all the answers I need in a second, I have resolve to calm down, maximize the little I know while climbing the ladder of growth as I watch, engage and ask useful questions.
I'm already inspired by your growth. I can almost measure the rate of your growth since I knew you before now.
It's quite a huge margin. Kudos.