So, I know this isn't really an introduceyourself post in the traditional sense... but I was so excited by this platform that I couldn't help but immediately start posting things upon my arrival here. 4 days later, and here I am, My #introduceyourself post!!
Who Am I?
I'd like to start by saying that my name is Matt, not "Gnoc". I know my user name can be a little confusing (looking a lot like Gnoc DePatat would be my name) but I assure you it's not. Its actually derived from an inside joke between some of my friends, buts thats a story for another time!
I'm a finance student from Toronto with a passion for marketing. I turn 22 this upcoming weekend and couldn't be happier with how things have been going lately... I mean, I did just find steemit! I enjoy travelling, and later this summer I will complete a road trip to every single Canadian province! Perhaps most importantly, I LOVE food... I am Italian after all!!
(I'm on the left)
Why Am I Here?
A few years ago I injured myself during a Tough Mudder obstacle course race. I was left with an infection that very nearly lead to the amputation of my left leg from the knee down. I ended up confined to my wheelchair and then my crutches for a few weeks, and fell into a sort of depression. I had been an athlete my whole life, and now that was taken away from me.
(Me, my wheelchair, my gross leg, and my wheelchair-driving sister)
Since then I've been what many would call a "wantrepreneur". I've got many ideas and plans of attack, but havent really had the confidence to jump into anything like I used to. Well, that was until I found Steemit. A quick look at my post history will show this is my 4th post in 4 days (5 if you count the introduceyourself post that I messed up and now labelled "spam"...oops).
Steemit has helped me to regain my drive for improvement, and I really don't see it slowing down. The support groups are just incredible, and the community is active and determined to produce value to other users. I love this place!
I can't wait to see this platform grow, I have every bit of confidence that this will continue to grow into a social media giant. Until next time, Matt!
Ps.. On reddit there is what we call a "doggo tax", an obligatory photo of your dog or cat and the end of the post. I've noticed that here on steemit it seems to be popular to add a picture of you holding a sign with the date of this Introduction post.. So below I present to you a creation of mine... The Doggo-Date Tax, enjoy!!!
(1 of my 2 dogs, Beau)
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Welcome to Steem @gnocdepatat I have sent you a tip
Welcome to the platform, I wish everything work out for you. It’s not easy here but not difficult neither but just ask an extra effort, engagement is the key good luck I’m @goodaytraders Start by following people and they will do the same.
wanna to see the other dog, so cute. followed!
Thank you! She will be making an appearance soon :)
Hey @gnocdepatat!! Happy to have found your post. See you on Discord! :)
Please read my welcome message! SteemOn! :)
You look like a little bugger lol j/k. Welcome man.
You know it man! Thanks for the warm welcome!
Welcome to Steemit, I know you will have lots opportunities here. :)
Nice to meet you :D I believe that steemit needs more cool people who could bring quality content. I am also new about 4 days.
PDT I love your dog. Show the other please, :D.
thanks for being so kind :) nice to see new people learning about the platform as well! The other dog will be in a later post haha
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:D O.k I am looking forward for it :) there is so much going on here today with hard fork and other things lol
Welcome to steemit Matt and not @gnocdepatat :) steemit is a great community and I am sure you will love it here. As you said steemit is awesome and so hard to resist posting. Looking forward to your posts. Cute dog :)
thank you for the welcome! lets help this community grow :)
I'm also new to steemit, but you can check my posts and you'll see why I have been writing madly.
Welcome to steemit and invest your time on writing quality content! Everything will follow.
And of course find something to write about - travel! Then tell us how we can learn from your experiences. :)
thank you for the tips :) i hope to reach your level of success one day!
Happy early birthday Matt!
The community here is second to none. So supportive and encouraging. I honestly cannot say I have ever felt proud to be a member of any social media platform. Until now. I am proud to be a part of this wonderful community :)
Welcome!
Thank you!
I couldn't agree more. This community has been so welcoming and supporting. I can't wait to be able to give back :)
Oh, me too!
I am excited to take this journey with you, and look forward to reading your work :)