Joining the DAO Labs ILO (Initial Labor Offering) wasn’t just another opportunity to earn tokens—it was a shift in how I see my role in Web3.
Unlike traditional bounties or short-term gigs, DAO Labs’ ILO puts contribution at the center of value creation. You’re not just doing tasks—you’re building alongside early-stage projects, with real stakes in their success.
Week 1: Immersing Into the Workflow
The first week was all about discovery and alignment. I explored different tasks, connected with project leads, and began contributing content, research, and community-building efforts.
This wasn’t passive work. The ILO encouraged deep engagement. I was choosing work based on impact—not just payout. That shift made a big difference in how motivated and connected I felt.
Here’s some of the content I created that made me proud:
Week 2: Value Through Vesting
DAO Labs introduces something called Flexible Vesting. At first, I thought of vesting as a way to delay rewards. But here, it felt different.
Flexible Vesting gave me a sense of ownership. I wasn’t just completing a one-time gig—I was investing my time and energy into something I believed in. My vested tokens weren’t just compensation; they were proof of long-term alignment.
This changed how I saw the value of my work:
I was contributing to the actual growth of a project.
I was motivated to go the extra mile, knowing I had a stake in the outcome.
I felt more like a partner than a freelancer.
Why Autonomys Hub Matters
All of this took place through the Autonomys Hub, a platform that brings structure, visibility, and trust to decentralized work.
It gives you:
A clear place to submit work and track progress
Real-time feedback and validation from project owners
A dashboard for vesting and token earnings
A community of builders and contributors just like you
DAO Labs isn’t just experimenting—it’s building a new way of working. And for the first time, I felt like my effort mattered, not just for me, but for the project’s future.