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Speakers:
• Dayana Aleksandrova (Moderator) is the Content Manager at WalletConnect, a global speaker, and a full-stack creative marketer with over 10 years of experience.

• Elliot Friedman is a smart contract engineer and the founder of Solidity Labs. He has deployed over 67 smart contracts, securing $2.1 billion in TVL with zero losses to hacks, and has built infrastructure for protocols like Optimism, Moonwell, and Olympus.

• Tokenbrice is the founder of DeFiScan and a contributor to numerous protocols including Liquity, Aerodrome, and Aave. He is a prominent voice in the DeFi space, known for his insightful articles and his live X show, "TokenBrice's Spotlight."

• DeFi Dave is the Head of Growth at Cap and has contributed to various projects over the years including Frax, Dinero/Redacted, and Gelato. He has built a respected audience for his unique insights into DeFi growth and education.

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00:00 - Welcome & Introduction to the Panel
01:18 - What did you do before DeFi? The panelists share their origin stories.
01:36 - DeFi Dave's journey from a congressional internship to crypto.
02:22 - TokenBrice on his background in digital strategy for tech startups.
03:12 - Elliot on his ideological interest in crypto and working on enterprise blockchains at IBM.
04:45 - What's the most helpful thing for building a career in DeFi?
05:12 - Dave: Create content consistently and go to conferences.
08:39 - TokenBrice: Follow your passion and get involved with a local community.
11:18 - Elliot: Go deep, find your niche, and become the best at it (even shitposting).
13:38 - How to Network: The Art of the Cold DM
14:02 - Dave's advice: Be genuine, have something unique to say, and give feedback on the product.
15:46 - TokenBrice's advice: Have a track record and get a warm intro if possible.
17:42 - Elliot's advice: Add value, have a genuine ask, and find common interests.
20:10 - Pro Tip: Use on-chain credentials like Gitcoin Passport to build trust.
22:02 - What was your biggest mistake in your DeFi career?
22:18 - Dave: Comparing yourself to others. Find what you're good at and double down.
23:33 - TokenBrice: Roles aren't clearly defined, so don't be afraid to try things and jump if it's not a fit.
25:20 - Elliot: Not trusting your gut. In a new space, intuition is key.
27:07 - Final Tip: One Practical Piece of Advice for Success in DeFi
27:37 - TokenBrice: Get on-chain. Use Gitcoin, try products, get a DeFiLlama premium account.
28:04 - Dave: Cold DM someone you look up to with a genuine, unique question.
28:18 - Elliot: Find your tribe. Message 100 people, be genuine, and be curious.
28:33 - Closing Remarks

How do you go from a crypto enthusiast to a successful builder with a career in DeFi? This panel is a masterclass for anyone looking to break into the space, featuring seasoned veterans who have built their careers from the ground up. The discussion is packed with actionable advice, covering everything from the power of content creation and the importance of attending conferences to the art of sliding into DMs without being cringe.

The panelists share their personal journeys, their biggest mistakes, and the single most important things they did to get noticed. They explain why finding your niche, developing a unique voice, and contributing to projects you're passionate about is more important than learning to code. If you're looking for the "alpha" on how to build a real, sustainable career in DeFi, this is a must-watch conversation.

This panel was part of the Octant DeFi Summit 2025, a one-day event that brought together the brightest minds in the industry to discuss the future of decentralized finance.

About Octant:
Octant is infra for sustainable growth, powered by DeFi and aligned with Ethereum. To date, Octant funding rounds have sustainably funded hundreds of projects (over $7 million USD in grant funding) over 8 epochs, all through staking rewards.

Follow the Speakers:
• Dayana Aleksandrova, Content Manager at WalletConnect: https://x.com/dee_centralized
• Elliot Friedman, Founder of Solidity Labs: https://x.com/elliot0x
• Tokenbrice, Founder of DeFiScan: https://x.com/TokenBrice
• DeFi Dave, Head of Growth at Cap: https://x.com/DeFiDave22

Follow the Organizations:
• Octant: https://x.com/OctantApp
• WalletConnect: https://x.com/WalletConnect
• DeFiScan: https://x.com/defiscan_info
• Cap: https://x.com/capmoney_

Keywords:
DeFi career, crypto jobs, web3 career, networking, content creation, personal branding, DeFi education, smart contracts, community building, Gitcoin, DeFiLlama