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# Becoming a Leader/Member

Complete step-by-step guidelines

### **Leader (application required):**

1. Choose "Create A Team"<br>

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2. Connect wallet and finalize<br>

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3. After Admin approval, your Team is created and you get a default Leader link.<br>

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4. You can customize your referral link once the application is approved.

### **Member (no approval needed):**

1. Choose "Join A Team"\ <br>

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2. Get your desired Leader’s link or code.\ <br>

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3. Connect your wallet and finalize the process<br>

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4. Congratulations! You have joined a Team<br>

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