2026-01-08 14:29:37

The AI era has given many people a chance to turn their lives around. Only after entering Web3 did I realize that this industry is far from as glamorous as it seems—actually, everyone is just an ordinary person exploring, and there aren't that many sophisticated things.

After attending several offline crypto events, I realized that many personas on Twitter differ greatly from reality. Some people who appear very high-end on social media behave completely differently when meeting in person. The biggest contrast is with certain low-key KOLs, who are restrained online but show completely different charm and presence offline.

This is the true face of Web3—after removing the filters, everyone is on the same starting line. Recognizing this is actually the beginning of finding opportunities.

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LuckyBearDrawer

· 01-11 12:42

Those personas on Twitter are falling apart completely. After a few encounters, you realize they're really just paper tigers. Reality is much harsher than filters; the more low-key, the more effective. The ones who pretend the most are often the least confident. Once you see through this, the opportunity arises. We're all just ordinary people. No need to pretend to be someone else.

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AlwaysMissingTops

· 01-11 12:16

Honestly, only after meeting in person did I realize what a "filter master" really is. The persona on Twitter is a complete collapse. The low-key KOLs really hit home. The more they pretend to be deep online, the more ridiculous it gets. Only when you meet and chat do you realize, is it really like that? Being on the same starting line is so true. The ones who pull ahead are often not because of secret skills, but because they dare to take the first step. When I first entered the circle, I thought I might have missed something. Now I see we're all just climbing the stairs in the dark together. This round is a bit satisfying. Finally, it taught those pretentious people a lesson.

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MetaverseVagabond

· 01-11 09:58

Honestly, I've met a few big V offline, and it's really just like that—once the filters are removed, everyone looks pretty much the same. Some people do rely on their persona to make a living, but this thing can't withstand scrutiny. The most interesting ones are actually those who appear low-key on the surface. Only when you meet them do you realize what it means to be deeply hidden—this is probably the threshold. Once you realize that everyone is just a rookie, you feel more at ease, no longer constantly thinking about competing with others. That's how the crypto world is—only after the bubble bursts can you see who really has something.

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SmartMoneyWallet

· 01-08 14:59

It sounds good, but on-chain data tells me a different story — the capital distribution of those "low-key KOLs" offline financing has long revealed their true intentions.

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NotAFinancialAdvice

· 01-08 14:59

Haha, okay, only when we meet offline will we realize that Twitter is full of actors. --- Filters are something that crypto people use the most skillfully. Once you take off the mask, everyone is the same. --- That's right, isn't it surprising and unexpected after removing the special effects? --- I knew it. Those who post fifty in-depth analyses every day still stutter when we meet and chat. --- Having the same starting line sounds comfortable, but the opportunities are indeed still unequal. --- Same starting line? Wake up, social connections and capital are not on the same level, okay? --- The most genuine are the low-key ones; they actually have some substance. --- That's why I never believe in Twitter personas. I've seen too many masters of contrast. --- Instead of stressing over this, think about how to strike gold from the chaos. --- Online elites, offline noobs—how many times has the crypto world used this formula?

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MeaninglessGwei

· 01-08 14:59

Haha, the scene of Twitter personalities collapsing is too familiar. It only takes a few seconds offline to be exposed. --- Well said, once the filters are removed, everyone is just an ordinary person, no difference. --- That low-key KOL moment really hit home; some people are truly two different persons... Reminds me of the awkward moment at the last event. --- Exactly, once you see through it, it becomes easier, no need to constantly worry about maintaining a persona. --- Web3 without Photoshop is really like that—everyone is just fumbling around, no need to pretend. --- I love hearing that. Finally, someone dares to tell the truth. --- Same starting line? Why do I feel like some people are still cheating? --- Out of the ten "big shots" I've met at crypto events, eight... forget it, not gonna say more. --- The earlier you realize, the better. Don’t be fooled by Twitter. --- The most annoying are those with huge contrasts; I still prefer the authenticity of offline interactions.

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PretendingSerious

· 01-08 14:52

Really? Are there still people pretending in the crypto world now? I've seen through it long ago. --- That persona on Twitter, who are they fooling? Meet them in person and everything is exposed. --- Is this all? And still dare to say they understand Web3. --- That group of low-key KOLs really have something; what are they pretending online for? --- Remove the filters, and they're just ordinary people. Isn't that obvious? --- Hah, same starting line but different brains, haha. --- I've attended a few events and I feel the same way, a bit speechless. --- There really are people who believe in that persona setup. --- Rather than saying look for opportunities, it's better to say don't get scammed. --- So, those who truly make money are not the ones bragging on Twitter. --- Hey, that's quite right. Recognizing reality is indeed important.

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MechanicalMartel

· 01-08 14:51

Damn, this is the real truth. The personas of those people on Twitter are collapsing so quickly. Meeting in person completely exposes them. Without filters, there's really no difference. Once you realize this, you can start making money. The KOLs who don't pretend are actually the most skilled. There's nothing wrong with that.

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