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In episode 152, we're excited to release a special live episode hosted on Let's GROW Live! For this special episode, we welcome Kris Decoodt, Round Operator of Gitcoin Citizens, a retroactive grant program that rewards those who have contributed to the growth of the Gitcoin ecosystem. We discuss the evolution of Gitcoin Citizens, the value of retroactive funding, maximizing network effects in Web3, and much more.

Three Key Takeaways

• Retroactive funding makes it easier to evaluate the impact of individuals and projects, ensuring funds can be allocated appropriately. It helps ensure that funding goes to those who can create the most impact, not just those who can write a good proposal.
• The network effects that help grow the Gitcoin ecosystem come from the community of contributors and supporters that has been built around Gitcoin. If you grow a solid community around your project, network effects will happen naturally as these individuals align their work with the project and onboard more people to the ecosystem.
• When it comes to Gitcoin Citizens rounds, don't be afraid to jump in and apply to be a citizen. Many contributors to the Gitcoin ecosystem may feel a sense of "imposter syndrome" - that their contributions don't warrant participation. It's important to take the leap and put your name forward. The worse case scenario is that you get some feedback on your application for the next round.
  
  

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Episode Time Stamps

02:25 - Tell me your story! What are you building?

05:05 - What were some of the biggest challenges transitioning from the corporate world to the decentralized world of Web3?

07:45 - What does the word "Citizen" mean to you?

09:35 - The third Gitcoin Citizen's round wrapped up last week. Do you mind giving a quick rundown of how the round went?

16:20 - One of the innovative aspects of Gitcoin Citizens is the focus on retroactive funding. Tell me more about retro funding and why you decided to take this approach.

19:20 - Have there been any specific innovations that have come from Gitcoin Citizens that you'd like to highlight?

22:00 - How does Gitcoin Citizens maximize network effects to grow the ecosystem?

24:00 - What does the road ahead look like for Gitcoin Citizens?

28:00 - Many people may have "imposter syndrome" and feel hesitant to apply to the Gitcoin Citizen's round. What advice would you have for them?

31:35 - What advice would you give to grantees and community members on how to make the most of GG20?

33:45 - What is one piece of wisdom you would like to impact on the crowd?

Audience Questions/Comments

35:45 - Will T of Kingfisher's Media

37:55 - Ana of Koko DAO & Let's GROW DAO

43:10 - James of Carbon Counting Club

43:50 - Wasabi of Kokonut Network

45:25 - Utkarsh of $EARTH

47:20 - Wrap Up: What are you most excited for in GG20?