It's a day of reckoning... Sincerely, ever since I was stopped from creative drawing during my childhood I've found it difficult to have any other hobby...
For some reason, I'm happy I agreed to stop drawing... Well, maybe I'd love to write...
Good ol'days
Yeah, the days we don't worry about money... The days our happiness can be everlasting... Childhood was beautiful!
Back then, I used to be a playful teenager... I enjoy playing soccer the most and I spent most of my days on the local pitches playing football with my old friends.
There was a day I injured my tongue, I almost bit it into halves... Did I quit, No... I continued playing and I never told my mom what happened to me (y'all know what every African mom is capable of). If I did tell her, I would be beaten into pulps...
Childhood doesn't last...
"Sighs"
But now that I'm occupied with a lot, I enjoy watching football and I'm an Arsenal fan (a gunner, lol)
KNOW ME
My name is Abdullahi Adesola, a computer science graduate from the best state university and overall 4th best university in Nigeria. Yes, Ladoke Akintola University of Technology, Ogbomoso.
What do I do? I'm a freelancer but to be frank, I'm just a 25 y/o lad still wandering to make end meets (legitimately) on the streets of the internet.
Sometimes I can be a digital marketer, sometimes a graphics designer. I know the basics of programming but my strength still lies in graphics design, which I'm sure can't feed my appetite.
I used to be a Fiverr freelancer (I'm still one) earning $1k per month, for three months, not until my account got "deranked" by Fiverr. I love learning about financial literacy but I haven't for once put it into implementation. If I did, I won't be here writing on Hive... Maybe I would be busy managing a business from the capital I generated from Fiverr...
It never happened...
I didn't save up my Fiverr earnings. Such an ignorant I am that I thought my days of big earnings will continue for long, so I spent lavishly.
I GOT A GIRLFRIEND...
I got a girlfriend that I used to love even before I got the chance of making "big money".
Guess what?
After almost 3 years together and 8 months into the relationship, she dumped me when I got broke (even though I wasn't so broke, but 'broke' is still broke)...
I got served!
In my country, Nigeria, a breakup is synonymous with 'breakfast' (lol)...
How did it happened? What went wrong?
Well, that's a discussion for another good day...
The breakup got me on my knees. I was humbled. I got depressed... suicidal thoughts... I became lazy.
This story is uncalled for, but here is my introductory post on Hive and I want to come back to this post that I decided to move on today after 6 months of breakup and total mess.
Moving forward...
I've decided to pursue Blockchain Technology as a career and Hive is the best channel to express myself.
Yes, I'm an introvert, but I have an untiring attitude to writing and I'm inquisitive about what I love. I've never been convinced to write, not even in my undergraduate days - not even convinced if it will make me money or not. Here I am today on Hive! All I want to do here is write for passion, give free premium information endlessly...
and maybe one day I will be rewarded for my craft.
Hence, it's obvious that my long-term goal for joining Hive is to make money, whereas my biggest reason is to learn about Blockchain Technology in every way possible and let Hive be my memory and archive about Blockchain (in my own unique words). The more I write, the more I will learn, the more I will know what to learn, the more structured and organized my learning process will be. Learning should be a continuous activity.
How did I come across Hive?
I've never known @starstrings01 from anywhere else other than on WhatsApp. He plays guitar. Even though I don't fancy that (I'm an introvert you know), I still watch him play on his status. I like his energy. I used to know him as a blogger too. Then there was a day he posted on his status his latest Hive blog post - I checked it out. I've always wanted to do something similar. People do tell me I can write, but I still won't believe it, even though I'm here doing it at last. In short, I went to chat up @starstrings01 to create an Hive account for me. In less than 2 weeks, my account was ready for blogging, even though I delayed - but here I am.
That I can find a platform where I can post useful information and express myself about a concern without worrying about the bills, it's all thanks to @starstrings01 and the Hive community at large.
How do I intend adding value to Hive as a platform?
Ever since my 4 years of internet struggle, I've never had issue getting paid. These days, there are many ways to get paid online or as a freelancer and I've maneuvered my way through it (not many people know this, especially my country people). I will be writing posts relating to that and as well as digital help blogs on different digital concerns. Getting a job is still a big topic for me and I will surely get my way around it.
And Why will I pursue Blockchain Technology if not for the end goal (to make money)? When I finally get my way, I will feed the information here on Hive.
Even though I'm still a broke internet marketer pursuing a passion in Blockchain Technology, I've had 4 years of digital experience. Later in the days, I will be sharing my experience, the dos and don'ts of internet marketing, and related kinds of stuff.
Blockchain Technology is still a very new topic and I'm sure I've got a big deal of learning to do. I will share my journey here as I tread the path.
The previous years of struggle have been streaks of luck with a little bit of hard work...
With Hive, I'm ready to live - not anymore on survival mode - I'M INTENTIONAL.
I QUIT LIVING AN AVERAGE LIFE.
Hey @theonlysol
Welcome to the Hive.
You have it made with @starstrings01 ... Trust me, you've got it made.
Yeah, @starstrings01 is a great boss... Thank you 😊
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Hey man! Welcome to Hive, it is good to finally have you here. We have a lot to explore. Feel free to reach out if you have any questions available.
I really appreciate your supports boss and I'm willing to learn a lot more from you. I'm grateful. Thanks a lot.
Welcome on board bro
Your introductory post is well written
Hope to see more from you
Thank you victor. Sure, more is coming.
From your introductory post alone, you don't need any soothsayer to confirm this for you or any miracle from above.
You are a good writer 📝
I must say - even though I'm flattered, my spirit is lifted. To me, Hive is great a community, but more of a family and I'm so glad to be a member of the Hive family. I appreciate the love being shown. Thank you boss.
I just re-read the title of this post 😅😅😅
"Introductory Post, but I'm quiting..."
Na wa oooo
You're good!!!
Abi nah 😅
Thanks boss
That alone caught my attention 😁😁, this guy bad
@khingstan, I still dey learn o 😅
Even though it's funny to me, I understand the pain 3 years isn't a joke.. I hope you find true and real girl that will love you for who you are... and I'm sure Hive will bring the girl to you 😎
Hive is a great family, I'm sure, so I'm in anticipation (lol). Thank you sister. I appreciate
I'll definitely help you get one 😎
And you no wan get one for me 🥺🤦♂️
@mistural, is that a promise? Should I be expecting? 🙂
Me nko??
@theonlysol don't make mistural deceive you. I don dey Hive for years, I still dey single. Brother make we enjoy the single life together biko.
Hahaha 🤣😂
Hahaha
my brother tell am oooo
Being single is great boss, I'm enjoying it, but maybe we can try again... Let's give love a chance 😅
Yeah... Try again and give love a chance; in fact, I'm reading your introduction post for the third time... I love how you've expressed yourself, and I'm looking forward to reading your next post, and the next, and the next... In fact, I've subscribed to your blog because I don't want to miss any of your posts.
Awwn... I do hope I won't disappoint... I'm amazed, thanks a lot 😊
Welcome to the family, brother.
You have come to the right place where you can express yourself, build your writing skills and creativity.
Feel free to explore the tech communities here and meet new friends. I assure you that you are on the right track.
Keep it coming man. I love your story telling style.
Much love😍
Thank you, thank you... This is a lovely comment 🥰
Infact, I can only regret not joining this family soon enough... but still, I'm here...
You guys are amazing... Thanks to you all. Thanks @chosenfingers
Much love 🥰
Welcome to hive @theonlysol 🤝.
Thank you
This sure is a lot of words bruv😂
That's the only option available. We'll be your cheerleaders.
Interesting post! Welcome to hive señor
Well, I just love to express my thoughts 😂
Thank you @sekani. I really appreciate that.
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Thank you very much.
Thank you 😊
Welcome to hive, I'm sure you would make it here in no time, just try to get recognized for your good contents.
I must confess that you post title git me..
I see what you did with the click bait😜
Lol 😀... Thank you @jessicaossom... You will get see more of this often. And thanks for the 'tip'. Thank you 😊
I would love to see more and learn it too😁
Sure 😊
Nice to know about you brother. I am also an average guy and had very tough situations since the start of pandemic. But, then I put myself into freelancing for living, it did not work like I dreamed of but I try my best to touch the level where I can say that freelancing changed my life.
Anyway, all the best bro. Let's hope it gets us what we dreamed of.
Yeah bro... Being a freelancer, you can't ever regret it... Thank you boss. Much love 💕
Welcome to the blog man
One can tell how creative you really are, your gifs are awesome
And Also thanks to our wonderful man for bringing such vibrant guy into the platform
Hope to see more of your contents 😇😇✌️
Yeah @khingstan... Thanks boss... I do hope to learn a lot from you 😊
Smiles it will be a pleasure learning from each other 😇😇
I was wondering who is writing introductory post and he's quiting...
Little did I know it was a pen and mind wizard that could have the most engaged person engage to his write ups irresistibly...
You're good man..
Welcome onboard 💕💕🙏
I'm flattered boss 😊 Thank you 😊
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I noticed you’re not a verified member of our community, so please do join us on discord to fully complete your verification process. Here are Guidelines on how to complete verification process from our discord server:-
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Also, don’t forget to read our community rules and guidelines in other to avoid going against any of them.
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Thank You
Alright. I will do that. Thanks
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Omo, no be juju be this!
Welcome on board boss
No be juju o 😊
Thank you boss. I'm happy to be here
Welcome on hive bro @theonlysol
You really know ‘your onions’ about grabbing attention.
I hope to seeing more of your contents here.
Thanks @temmyttee...
I'm glad I had your attention 😊
Im surprised no one actually told you that you're a really good writer!!, Cuz I'm not going to tell you, hehe.
You know what I enjoyed the most?
The fact that you finally got to be served breakfast despite being broke, most of us don't ever get served, we just serve ourselves breakfast, that's just the irony of our life.
Man, if to say I been sabi you, I for slap you I swear. You were making $1k dollars on a steady and still ended up poor..how did that happen??!!!..
😂😂😂, Don't mind me, I know the feeling and cravings that comes with having money, it'll certainly not be enough, but, if only you knew it wasn't going to last, you would have saved up for a rainy day or planted a seed that'll germinate later.
I'm glad you found hive (theres a really soothing music playing in the background), and Hive found you. You're well on your way to becoming a blockchain technology guru, I believe in you @theonlysol and I'll be with you every step of the way. You just got yourself a fan,😏😏 don't say you prefer A.C.
Great post, and I really mean it, even though I've said that to posts that aren't all that. Glad you came. .made this post and .......I dunno, it's raining over here and it's actually doing something to me ..
❤️❤️❤️❤️😏😏😏🥺🥺🥺🥺🥺🥺🥺🥺😁😁😁🙂🙂🙂🙂💪💪💪💪✅✅✅✅✅😊😊😊
I've been reading your comment over and over again and I will dedicate time to give a proper reply as I'm so glad you are a fan of mine... Of course, I dare not prefer A.C, lol... Thank you boss.
Lol, have you been able to dedicate time yet, because it seems you're so busy even for a mere fan like me.
😂😂😂😂😂😂
You're welcome @theonlysol
Mad! Write up, I would love read about the breakfast you were served. Welcome on board, I too I have a keen interest on blockchain Technology hence why I am here.
Well, maybe in the future... I'm glad meeting a fellow Blockchain Technologist... Thank you boss
You are welcome mate
Ohh God!! They severed you breakfast..lol
Breakfast makes you stronger...lol
I love people that love football just wonder why people like you support that barren club I come I peace..lol
Welcome champ enjoy and explore hive
Arsenal is a great club and I love it... It's all entertainment, so it's understandable. Thank you boss
This is exclusive. Your storytelling skills hooked me to read right from start to finish without omitting any sentence at all. Joining hive is another major milestone for you and hopefully you get to learn much more about the blockchain as you desired.
Once again, your writing is super and you've indeed brought your digital marketing skills here on hive. Welcome to the community mate! 😊😊
Yeah, digital marketing is a persuasion skill and it's a great plus for a successful journey on this platform. Thank you Emmanuel, I'm glad to be a family.
You're welcome
Omoor. This is more than an introductory post 😁. @theonlysol It is quite detailed for one. But you are very well welcome to Hive. Feel free to explore the goodies of Hive!!
I'm sure has got a lot goodies for me... I'm all in for the Hive's originality and uniqueness. Thank you Temi
You are welcome boss..
Welcome on board champ, have a pleasant Hiving experience.
Thank you
You're welcome
Sorry about your love life.
Welcome to hive. Seeing you detail your first article like this and even use gifs then you are probably well taught lol.
Hope to see you around.
Yeah... Thank you
Welcome to Hive man!
You're surely doing well already!👏💥
Thank you
Now that's a click-baity title 😄 Welcome to hive @theonlysol
Do check out the Hive Naija community to connect with more Nigerians.
Thanks
Welcome to Hive community bruv
I can bet you are going to like it here
@starstrings01 ,@ksam and at @obaro
You guys are just so wonderful
Much love Frome me to you all💖❤️💗
Hehehe❤
Thanks for the love shown mama!
We love you too!❤
Of course! Thank you boss lady
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Me boss lady😂😂
Amen oo
Yes you are. That you are on Hive, that's already an advantage 😉
Yeah, that's the trend... It hurts, but that's life... Thanks you boss. I'm glad to be here