CafeSatoshi on Nostr: I took to the streets of DC with my flashy #StudyBitcoin Halloween costume yesterday ...
I took to the streets of DC with my flashy #StudyBitcoin Halloween costume yesterday and it sparked many interesting conversations. Here are some of the things I learned...
1) I need to work on my Bitcoin elevator pitch! It's really important to have a quick & relatable explanation of what Bitcoin is and the problems it solves when the orange-pilling window of opportunity is short. π
2) Many thought I worked for Bitcoin which tells me that they associate it with some kind of corporation or business. I explained that Bitcoin is a global monetary network companies can build on, similar to how a company can be built atop the internet. π
3) Most do not know the difference b/w Bitcoin and the rest of "crypto". π€¦ββοΈ
4) A few thought I was out to sell them something which is understandable given we're bombarded with ads 24/7/365. They seemed surprised when I said I just believed in Bitcoin so much that I spent my time & money to build an elaborate costume just to raise awareness. π
5) Handing out tipcards loaded up with real Bitcoin is really fun. My redemption rate so far has been very low, but I think most are too skeptical and need some time to look into it before downloading a strange wallet to get a strangers' free sats. π€
6) I'm an introvert who avoids attention like the plague but got pretty comfy walking around in my costume. I even jumped onstage for a costume contest! The only cheers I got came from friends (I lost) but I was happy to have a hundred ppl thinking about Bitcoin for 5 mins. πΊ
7) I got way more positive shout outs than I expected. I got a few fist bumps, honking cars and a few asked for photos. One guy even shouted a price prediction at meπ€£
8) It's VERY important NOT to tell people to buy Bitcoin. Someone, somewhere is always trying to sell us something but orange-pilling should be about encouraging others to study & learn. I think if you lead them to the rabbit hole, they'll fall in just like I did. π
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