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danbc · 4338 days ago · link · · parent · post: Hubski recruitment experiment: Invite someone who does NOT use similar sites.

It's quite a confusing site to use, even for people who are familiar with HackerNews or Reddit or Amuzor or etc.

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thenewgreen · 4338 days ago · link ·

Hey danbc, the learning curve can be steep but you are welcome to ask me any questions about functions/navigation etc. I'd be glad to help and through your questions we may be able to correct that which is confusing.

Glad to help and welcome to Hubski.

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