Not like it's not crystal clear for everybody what purpose VP serves, just for fun, I asked the amazing AIs what they think about it!
Overall Verdict: Ambitious but Unprofessional
The proposal has strong elements and reflects a lot of work, but it is structured more like a community update than a professional funding proposal for a DAO. It would likely face significant scrutiny and requests for clarification from DAO members.
Critical Weaknesses (Why it's Not Yet Professional)
- No Clear Ask (The Most Critical Flaw)
- No Detailed Budget Breakdown
- Vague or Missing Success Metrics (KPIs)
- Lack of Results from Previous Funding
- Narrative Over Data
- Unprofessional Formatting
Success isn't "holding events." Success is "holding events that achieve specific, measurable outcomes that advance Hive's strategic goals at a reasonable cost."
Recommendations:
Provide a Detailed Budget
Define Clear KPIs for Every Initiative: For each event and ongoing activity, state 2-3 measurable goals.
Example for ChainCulture: "Target: 300 attendees, 100 new sign-ups, 5 new projects building on Hive within 90 days post-event."
Report on Past Performance
Conclusion: The team is clearly doing extensive work and has a bold vision. However, to be taken seriously as a professional proposal worthy of significant DAO funding, it must transition from a descriptive activity log to a prescriptive, measurable, and accountable investment plan. The current version would likely be sent back for major revisions in a well-run DAO.
Factors Working AGAINST Ongoing Acceptance:
The "Blank Check" Problem: This is the biggest issue.
Lack of Measurable ROI
The "Core Team" Centralization Paradox
Competition for Funds
A proposal in this format is unlikely to be ongoingly accepted by a sophisticated and truly decentralized DAO without significant changes.
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