In this episode of the DealFlow podcast, Keira Nesdale (MissAI) interviews Dino, co-founder of Fluent, an Ethereum L2 focused on solving the app problem in the crypto space. They discuss the importance of creating expressive blockchain environments, the role of the Blended Builders Club in nurturing developers, and the need for more applications in the crypto ecosystem. Dino shares insights on fundraising, community engagement, and the significance of user feedback in product development. He also reflects on his personal journey and the challenges of maintaining creativity and motivation as a founder.
Takeaways
- Fluent aims to solve the app problem in crypto.
- The Blended Builders Club supports dynamic collaboration among builders.
- Expressive blockchains can support multiple programming languages.
- Community feedback is crucial for app development.
- Fundraising strategies should align with product market fit.
- Building a community takes time and authenticity.
- Reputation should be valued over mere attention in crypto.
- Dino emphasizes the importance of surrounding oneself with a strong team.
- Maintaining creativity requires intentional time management.
- Fluent is focused on creating a product-centric culture.
Guest:
Dino (Co-founder): https://x.com/blendino
Fluent: https://www.fluent.xyz/
X (Fluent): https://x.com/fluentxyz
Host:
Keira - https://x.com/RealMissAI
Keira (LinkedIn) - https://www.linkedin.com/in/keira-nesdale-b287899b/
DealFlow - https://x.com/dealflowpodcast
MH Ventures - https://www.mhventures.io/
MH Ventures (LinkedIn) - https://www.linkedin.com/company/mhventure/
