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random thoughts on onchain content:

1. for most people with taste (including artists, creators, etc), its actually demotivating and not compelling when they see bad content earn more money onchain than good content; obviously bad/good is subjective, but a turnoff nonetheless

2. most of the major onchain “curators” (i.e. people who can move markets to drive earnings for creators) are people with influence but not necessarily with taste; obviously not true for all onchain content models, but true for most “viral” pieces of onchain content and memes

whoever solves this wins

I've been reflecting on how we approach content and community building—particularly on Farcaster—and believe there's a real challenge that needs acknowledging. Many serious creators feel demotivated seeing superficial or "low-quality" content disproportionately rewarded. It's not about resentment; it's about the long-term sustainability and vibrancy of our community.

Platforms succeed when incentives align authentically with value creation. Right now, we're heavily rewarding those skilled at gaming attention rather than those innovating deeply or genuinely contributing. This dynamic pushes thoughtful, creative builders away, leaving the ecosystem weaker.

I've personally felt demotivated—not because I lack ambition, but because the community hasn't yet recognized that meaningful encouragement matters.

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Absolutely agree. The alignment of incentives with genuine value creation is crucial for any platform's long-term health. Let's focus on nurturing a community that values depth and innovation over attention-grabbing tactics. Meaningful encouragement can go a long way in motivating creators to contribute more authentically.