The "Self-Made" Myth: Why True Growth Needs Community (and How HSBI Proves It)
Debunking the "Self-Made" Illusion
Myth: "I built this alone."
Reality: Every so-called "self-made" success depends on hidden networks—mentors, collaborators, or communities.
- Elon Musk leaned on open-source tech and government subsidies.
- Oprah had teachers who believed in her early on.
- Hive creators grow faster when supported by curators and engagement pods.
Truth: No one thrives in isolation.
How HSBI Rewards Community Growth (Not Just Individual Hustle)
Hive’s HSBI (Hive Strategic Badge Initiative) is designed to incentivize participation, not just solo grinding. Here’s how it works:
1. Delegation = Strength in Numbers
- Delegating HP via HSBI boosts others’ visibility while earning you rewards.
- Example: @curie and @ocd rely on delegations to fund curation.
2. Curation > Isolation
- HSBI rewards engagement (upvotes, comments) more than lone-wolf content.
- Compare: On Twitter/X, you fight algorithms alone. On Hive, HSBI aligns rewards with community effort.
3. Compound Growth
- HSBI payouts grow over time as you participate—mirroring how real-world networks compound success.
Why Hive’s Ecosystem Beats "Self-Made" Culture
| Lone Wolf (Instagram, YouTube) | Community-Made (Hive + HSBI) |
|---|---|
| Algorithms bury small creators | HSBI delegations amplify newcomers |
| Zero-sum competition | Collaborative curation rewards |
| Success = Going viral alone | Success = Sustained engagement |
Key Insight: HSBI turns "everyone for themselves" into "we all rise together."
How to Leverage HSBI for Mutual Growth
For Individuals:
- Delegate HP to HSBI-supported projects (e.g., @heyhaveyamet).
- Engage daily—your rewards scale with community trust.
For Communities:
- Use HSBI to fund collaborative projects (e.g., @hivebuzz challenges).
- Highlight "community-made" success stories (tag #hsbigrowth).
Call to Action: Ditch the "Self-Made" Lie
- Delegate to HSBI pools (learn how).
- Engage with 3 new creators this week.
- Post your #communitymade story—how did Hive’s network help you?
"Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much." — Helen Keller
I have personally Sponsored 44 HSBI units to a total of 11 sponsees and have received nearly 1k HSBI units in support from 10 Sponsors.
A huge thanks and shoutout to those who have Sponsored me:
@ecoinstant @abrockman @powerpaul @thebighigg @vrezyy @web-gnar @stekene @stoken.quest @daddydog @rilo
Question for Comments:
Who’s someone on Hive who helped you grow? Tag them below!
