On March 7, 2025, Kody, Chief Experience Officer at Layer One X, hosted an Xtalk episode tackling Web 3 careers and recruitment. Joined by Russell and Trevor (Tectum), Louie and Adam (Jobs 3), and Dan (Priority Crypto), the panel explored how to unlock talent, bridge Web 2 to Web 3, and make jobs accessible—especially for the unbanked. Here’s the rundown.
Jobs 3: Empowering the Unbanked
Russell introduced Jobs 3, an incubated project on Tectum’s blockchain, aiming to decentralize hiring. A staggering 32% of people globally are unbanked—lacking IDs and accounts—locking out skilled workers like Indian web designers from global jobs. Jobs 3 uses smart contracts and multi-signature wallets to enable crypto payments, bypassing traditional banking. Louie, Jobs 3’s founder, shared his pain from Web 2 recruitment—endless interviews, high agency fees, and poor candidates. In Web 3, he faced similar issues plus bad actors, inspiring Jobs 3 to streamline hiring for roles like Discord mods and NFT artists, accepting crypto to ease cross-border payments.
Transitioning from Web 2 to Web 3
Kody, a UI/UX veteran who pivoted to Web 3, asked how to bridge skill sets. Louie urged joining communities—gaming, DeFi, or travel—to network and say yes to opportunities, even non-technical roles like moderation or HR. Adam, a former engineer turned Web 3 social media manager, stressed adaptability and learning from experts, citing Web 3’s $100B+ market by 2025 and 100M+ wallets. Dan emphasized community-driven sourcing, noting Web 3’s collaborative ethos—candidates are shared openly, unlike Web 2’s gatekeeping. Trevor (Tectum) highlighted one-on-one calls to gauge fit, warning that Web 3’s 24/7 pace demands discipline to avoid burnout.
Spotting Passion vs. Bandwagon Jumpers
Kody asked how to spot true believers in decentralization. Dan builds rapport over weeks to understand motives, avoiding one-off chats. Trevor throws candidates into the deep end—small tasks to test resilience—hiring a DM-driven Zoom caller who rose fast. Russell asks, “If regulators prosecuted us, how would you respond?” Passionate candidates vow to fight for decentralization, not dodge trouble. Louie noted gaming studios favor Web 2 hires for polished skills (art, design), but DeFi needs crypto-savvy minds. For smart contracts, he insists on doxxed, reputable devs to protect IP.
Remote Work and Web 3 Freedom
Host Sam, a remote worker, sparked a debate on office vs. home setups. Dan champions hybrid or remote work—clients in Bali or Dubai thrive creatively, though time zones matter. Adam, saving two hours daily from commuting, plans days better at home, aligning with UK trials of four-day weeks. Both agreed Web 3’s borderless nature lets talent shine anywhere with Wi-Fi, but discipline is key—slacking isn’t an option. Sam debunked the “coconuts on the beach” myth, calling her home an office with mindset freedom.
Recruitment Challenges
Dan groaned at application floods—1,000 in 30 minutes—making responses tough, so Priority Crypto now headhunts via networks. He ensures weekly check-ins with strong candidates to match them perfectly, treating job-hunting like a full-time gig. Russell noted Web 3’s best talents often flopped in Web 2 due to ADHD-like energy unsuited to slow corporate pace. Jobs 3 seeks these high-energy misfits, offering internships to bootstrap startups and give newbies a shot, especially in bear markets when layoffs hit.
Resumes in a Screening Age
On resumes, Adam suggested tailoring CVs to show how skills fix a company’s gaps—his pitch landed an interview. Dan begs candidates to engage—DM on X, LinkedIn, Telegram—to stand out. Russell added that rejected CVs don’t end the game; visibility through community posts or spicy X takes can catch recruiters’ eyes, as influencers prove.
Closing Pitch
Jobs 3 launches its token mid-March, with details on X, LinkedIn, and Telegram (@Jobs3Community). Louie hyped internships to onboard talent and support founders. Dan invited DMs (@DanFFranklin) for CV advice, no sales pitch needed. Trevor teased Tectum’s scaling solutions, tied to Jobs 3’s mission. Kody closed, urging unity—Layer One X’s April 2 TGE looms, with a liquidity bootstrap phase for stablecoin yields.
