Had an insane conversation with @leonabboud_ founder of unfungible.xyz, diving into his journey from shy, introverted kid to building a powerhouse Web3 brand.

Leon’s story is a journey in sacrifice, passion, and skill stacking. Don’t miss this one—it’s packed with insights for anyone building in Web3.

Here are the episode breakdowns and timestamps:

𝗘𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲 1
Leon shares his thoughts on the importance of friends and family, childhood lessons, and him pushing himself to come out of his shell as an introvert.
05:00 – Leon's early struggles and how personal experiences shaped his perspective on Web3.
12:45 – A turning point in Leon’s career where he almost gave up, but persevered through.
20:30 – Leon's family influence on his work ethic and decision to pursue Web3.
30:00 – The moment Leon realized that building community was more important than profits.

𝗘𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲 2
Leon dives deeper into personal and professional adversity, discussing how setbacks fueled his drive in the Web3 space. Pivotal experiences focusing on building meaningful connections in a decentralized world.
35:20 – Leon’s personal experience with overcoming failure and the mindset that helped him bounce back.
41:10 – A story of how Leon’s friendships helped him stay grounded in the volatile world of Web3.
53:00 – Leon reflecting on a difficult decision he made that changed his career path in Web3.
1:04:10 – A heartfelt moment when Leon shares the personal impact of being part of the Web3 community.

𝗘𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲 𝟯
Leon discusses the future of Web3, emphasizing its potential to empower creators and disrupt traditional systems. Leon inspires new builders to embrace the long-term vision of Web3.
1:13:00 – Long-term vision for the Web3 space and Leon’s optimistic outlook.
1:18:20 – Reflections on balancing integrity with success in a growing industry.
1:28:30 – Handling pressure and maintaining balance amidst Web3’s intensity.
1:36:20 – Lessons learned from adversity and the importance of staying true to oneself.


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